CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE ARTS FROM THE REGIONS
1ST SEMESTER SCHOOL YEAR 2021-2022
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET
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Week 3: Various Contemporary Art Form
Learning Competency : Describes various contemporary art forms and their practices from the
various regions
Speaking of art, there are many words that will always pop up in our mind. When we say forms,
classifications we can name them one by one. Today, we will discuss various art forms of contemporary arts.
1. PRACTICAL ( Utalitarian) ART . This art is intended for practical for practical use or utility. It is the changing
of raw materials for utilitarian purposes. However, they must possess ornaments or artistic qualities to make
them useful and beautiful.
2. INDUSTRIAL ARTS. It is the changing of raw materials into some significant products for human are shell
craft, bamboo crafts, leather craft, pottery making, sheet – metal work and manufacture of automobiles, home
appliances and televisions set.
3. APPLIED / HOUSEHOLD ART. It refers mostly to household arts such as flower arrangement, interior
decoration, dress making, home – making, embroidery, cooking and others.
4. CIVIC ART. This art includes city or town planning, maintenance, and beautification of parks. This refer to
beautification to improve the standards of living.
5. COMMERCIAL ART. It involves business propaganda in the form of advertisements in newspapers and
magazines, sign painting, billboard and announcements, leaflets, displays, poster designing, movie illustrations
and many more.
6. GRAPHIC ART. It is anything printed from raised or sunken reliefs and plane surfaces.
7. AGRICULTURAL ART. (crop production), horticulture (garden or orchard cultivation), husbandry (raising of
cows, carabaos, poultry and swine) and farming.
8. BUSINESS ART. This includes merchandising, accounting, bookkeeping, typewriting, stenography,
salesmanship, and business administration.
9. FISHERY ART. It includes shallow and deep-sea fishing, fish refrigeration and culture, net weaving.
10.MEDICAL / CLINICAL ART. It includes first aid treatments, medical manufacturing, surgery, medical
operation and rehabilitation
Activity 1 – My Art Collection
Direction: Choose five (5) art forms. Collect two sample pictures for each chosen art forms and paste it in a
bond paper. Tell something about each picture.
Contemporary art is an art of today produced by the artists of today. There are five elements and principles
of contemporary art.
1. Appropriation. It is the process of making new content by taking from another source pre-existing
image — books on art history, ads, the media — and incorporating or combining it with new ones
2. Performance art refers to art activities that are presented to a live audience and can combine music,
dance, poetry, theater, visual art and video. It interprets various human activities such as ordinary
activities such as chores, routines, and rituals, to socially relevant themes such as poverty,
commercialism, and war.
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3. Space is an art transforming space, for example the flash mobs, and art installations in malls and
parks. It also refers to the distances or areas surrounding, within, and within the components of an item.
4. Hybridity is another element and principle used by contemporary artist in their artworks. It is a usage of
unconventional materials, mixing of unlikely materials to produce and art work.
For example, coffee for painting, miniature sculptures from pencils.
5. Technology art. refers to the use of mass production and the manipulation of the virtual world, its
tools, and programs.
Activity 2 - Time to Evaluate!
Direction: What elements and principles of contemporary art is presented by the following pictures? Prove your
answer.
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Activity 3- Uniqueness of Arts
Direction: Using the lecture found in your Activity Sheet Week 2, compare the forms of arts of the following
artists
Music: Freddie Aguilar and Gary Valenciano
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Architecture: Felino Palafox Jr. and Francisco Manosa
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Sculpture: Harry Mark Gonzales and Wilson Baldemor
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Painting : Elmer Borlongan and Pacita Abad
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Week 4: National Artists of the Philippines
Learning Competency : Explains Filipino artists’ roles and identify their contribution to contemporary arts
By its definition, a National Artist is a Filipino who has made a significant contribution to the
development of Philippine arts in the fields of Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Literature, Film and
Architecture. A Filipino individual who should have been awarded the highest national recognition for the arts
namely, National Artist Award. In Filipino context, it is also known as the Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng
Sining.
Dr. Nicanor Tiongson said that, there is an important role played by contemporary artists in making art
that will contribute to social change by informing the viewers and audiences about the nature and causes of the
adversities they face as Filpinos. It was said that with this enlightenment, it gives that artists responsibility in
their craft. Dr. Tionson also challenges the artist to create art that has a social and political relevance. This kind
of art will contribute to an awareness of present realities and conditions of society.
Activity 1: In a clean sheet of paper, answer the following questions.
1. In your opinion, do you think it is important to recognize artistic individuals? Why?
2. How will this recognition help in the development of Philippine arts?
The Philippines value many significant Filipino artist who have a prominent contribution to the promotion
and preservation of our cultural heritage. They have made a notable contribution in their own field of expertise,
obtaining them the Order of National Artist. Categories for the Order of National Artist are, Music, Dance,
Theater, Visual Arts, Literature, film and Broadcast Arts and Architecture or Allied Arts.
The Order of National Artist
The Order of the National Artists Award (Orden ng Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng Sining) is the highest
national recognition given to Filipino individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of
Philippine arts. The order is concurrent administered by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts
(NCCA) and Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and conferred by the President of the Philippines upon
recommendation by both institutions.
Under the Proclamation No.1001 dated April 27, 1072 the Order of the National Artist Award (Orden ng
Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng Sining was established. It gives an appropriate recognition and prestige to
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Filipinos who have acclaimed themselves and made a remarkable contribution to Philippine arts and letters.
The first award was given to Fernando Amorsolo. On May 15, 1973 under the Proclamation No. 1144, CCP
Board of Trustees was named as the National Artist Awards Committee. The Presidential Decree No.28 that
was issued on June 7, 1973 reiterated the mandate of CCP to administer the National Awards as well as the
privileges and honors to National Artist.
The Order of National Artists aims to recognize:
1. The Filipino artists who have made significant contributions to the cultural heritage of the country.
2. The Filipino artistic accomplishment at its highest level and to promote creative expression as
significant to the development of a national cultural identity.
3. The Filipino artists who have dedicated their lives to their works to forge new paths and directions
for future generations of Filipino artists.
The following are the seven categories under which National Artists can be recognized:
Literature
Film and Broadcasting / Broadcast Arts
Architecture, Design and Allied Arts
Music
Dance
Theater
Visual Arts
Qualifications for the National Artist Award
1. Living artists who are natural-born Filipino citizens.
2. The content and form of their work have procured in building a Filipino sense of nationhood.
3. An artist who have developed a mode of creative expression or style and living a legend on
succeeding generations of artists.
4. An artist who manifest excellence in the practice of their art form
5. The artwork made has attained an international and national recognition.
National Artists of the Philippines
The following are the National Artists of the Philippines grouped according to their categories and arranged to
the chronology of National Artist Award:
Architecture Dance
1973 Juan Nakpil 1973 Francisca Reyes
1976 Pablo Antonio Aquino
1990 Leondro V. Locsin 1976 Leonor Orosa-
2006 Ramon Valera Goquingco
2014 Jose Maria Zaragoza 1988 Lucrecia Reyes Urtula
2006 I.P Santos 2006 Ramon Obusan
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Film
1982 Gerardo de Leon Literature
1997 Lino Brocka
1973 Amado V. Hernadez
2001 Ishmael Bernal
1973 Jose Garcia Villa
2003 Eddie S. Romero
1976 Nick Joaquin
2009 Manuel Conde
1982 Calos P. Romulo
Theater 1990 Francisco Arcellana
1997 N.V. M Gonzales
1987 Honorata " Atang" de la
1997 Carlos Quirino
Rama
1999 Edith L. Tiempo
1997 Levi Celerio
2001 F. Sionil Jose
1997 Wlfrido Ma. Guerero
2003 Virgilio S. Almario
1997 Rolando S. Tinio
2006 Bienvenido Lumbera
1999 Daisy Avellana
2009 Lazaro Francisco
2001 Severino Montano
2014 Cirilo F. Bautista
Music Visual Arts
1973 Antonio J. Molina 1972 Fernando C. Amorsolo
1976 Jovita Fuentes 1973 Carlos " Botong" V.
1988 Antonio R. Francisco
Buenaventura 1973 Guillermo E. Tolentino
1989 Lucrecia R. Kasilag 1976 Victorio C. Edades
1991 Lucio D. San Pedro 1976 Napoleon V. Abueva
1997 Felipe Padilla de 1981 Vicente Manansala
Leon 1990 Cesar Legaspi
1997 Jose Maceda 1991 Hernando R. Ocampo
1997 Levi Celerio 1997 Arturo R. Luz
1999 Ernani Joson 1999 J. Elizalde Navarro
Cuenco 2001 Ang Kiukok
1999 Andrea O. 2003 Jose T. Joya
Veneracion 2006 Abdulmari Asia Imao
2014 Francisco Feliciano 2006 Bencab
2014 Ramon Santos 2009 Federico Aguillar
Alcuaz
2014 Francisco Cochi
Some works of Filipino National Artist
The works of National Artist can be found in different University Campuses. One example is.
The known school symbol atthe University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City is based
on Oblation made by the sculptor Guillermo Tolentino. This work of art depicts a male nude with
arms outstretched that represents a gesture of sacrifice and freedom.
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In the Virata School of Business, Jose Tanig Joya’s mural can be seen entitled Barter of Panay
(1978). This work of art is rendered in the Abstract expressionist style and it consists of soft,
overlapping planes of black, white, orange, brown and golden yellow.
The Church of the Holy Sacrifice in UP Diliman which was inaugurated in 1955 was credited to
be the First Catholic Church in the country that were able to employ a circular architecture with
a fine thin shell dome. Intricate mathematical computations with the increasing popularity of
concrete that serve as the building material enabled the smooth rounded church construction.
The said church is recognized as a National Historical Landmark as well as a Cultural Treasure
by the National Historical Institute.
Jose Maceda’s Pagsamba involved a hundred mixed voices and indigenous musical
instruments like bamboo buzzers, clappers and the like. UP center for Ethnomusicology was
also founded by him where he donated his valuable collections of sound recordings, field notes
and the like in Ethnomusicology in the Philippines and South East Asia. In line with this,
he was recognized by the UNESCO Memory of the World.
Activity 2 : Direction: Answer the following questions truthfully. See the rubrics below for guidelines in
answering the questions.
1. Do the contributions and works of the artist have a great effect in recognizing him/her as National Artist?
Why?
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2. Choose one artist that you know who deserve to be awarded/recognized as National Artist of the
Philippines. Explain why you think he deserve to be awarded.
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Activity 3 : Complete the table below by providing the contribution to Contemporary arts and the description of
the work of the National Artist.
Name of National Artist Contribution to Contemporary Description of their works
Arts
1. Guillermo Tolentino
2. Fernando Amorsolo
3.Jose Tanig Joya
4.Napoleon Abueva
5.Vicente Manansala
ACTIVITY 4: Poster Making “ A Tribute to National Artist “
Goal You are expected to create a poster that shows appreciation to Filipino National
Artist entitled “A tribute to the National Artist”.
Role You are a Visual Artist who is tasked to make a poster and promote legacy of the
Filipino National Artists
Situation Nowadays, some students lack appreciation to our National Artists. They tend to
idolize more of the foreign artists.This output will make an awareness to the
people about the Filipino National Artist that we have. This activity also will make
the student enhance their creativity and be discovered that he/she have a talent.
Product Performance A poster that portrays appreciation to Filipino National Artist.
Standard This activity will enhance your creativity and resourcefulness. You are going to be
graded as follows:
Activity Guidelines:
1. Use long bond paper in landscape to create poster.
2. Use any available drawing materials at your home as a medium in doing your poster.
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3. Provide a short description at the back of your work.
ASSESSMENT : Multiple Choice. Read each item carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your
answers on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Who among of the following is the first recipient of being a National Artist?
a. Fernando Amorsolo c. Guillermo Tolentino
b. Jose Tanig Joya d. Vicente Manansala
2. What does the Oblation statue symbolize?
a. Freedom and Sacrifice c. Ambition and Loyalty
b. Compassion and Hard work d. Love and Empathy
3. Which of the following President issued the Presidential decree No.1001?
a. Corazon Aquino c. Ferdinand Marcos
b. Ramon Magsaysay d. Emilio Aguinaldo
4. Why is the Church of the Holy Sacrifice in UP Diliman recognized as the first Catholic Church in the
country to be known for its complicated mathematical computation?
a. It is simple in texture.
b. Its color is different as compared to other churches.
c. It has a unique circular architecture with a thin shell dome.
d. It is simply unique in texture.
5. What is the title of Joya’s mural in the Virata School of Business?
a. Barter of Panay c. Crucifixion
b. Oblation d. Pagsamba
6. Which of the following statement is the reason for the recognition received by Jose Maceda from the
UNESCO Memory of the world?
a. Jose Maceda is a National Artist
b. The art of Jose Maceda portrayed poverty.
c. Jose Maceda travelled the world with his art.
d. Jose Maceda founded the UP Center for Ethnomusicology where he donated his valuable
collections of sound recordings, field notes, and other materials on ethnomusicology in the Philippines
and Southeast Asia
7. Which of the following statements are true about the Church of the Holy Sacrifice in UP Diliman?
I. It employs a circular architecture with a thin shell dome.
II. Simple mathematical computations are made in the process of constructing it.
III. It is similar from other rectangular configuration of most churches.
IV. The spherical structure of the church indicated a keen interest in space travel.
a. I, II, III and IV c. I and IV
b. II and III d. I, II and IV
8. Which of the following statements is not true?
I. The iconic school symbol of UP is based on Oblation.
II. Guillermo Tolentino is the sculptor of the Oblation
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III. The Oblation symbolizes Freedom and Sacrifice
IV. Oblation is a painting.
a. I, II, III and IV c. III and IV only
b. I and II d. IV only
9. Which of the following statements is true in terms of Understanding the National Artist Award?
I. The National Artist Award was established in 1975
II. National Artist Award doesn’t share the same prestige of the Gawad Manlilikha Award
III. National Artist Award is conferred every three years through a rigorous deliberation and
selection.
IV. National Artist Award was established in 1972 under the Presidential Decree No. 1001
signed by Ramon Magsaysay
a. I and II c. III only
b. III and IV d. IV only
10. Which of the following statements are not true?
I. Barter of Panay is a mural in the Virata School of Business
II. Fernando Amorsolo portrays portraits of prominent individuals from Commonwealth and
World War.
III. Oblation statue of Guillermo Tolentino symbolizes Nationalism and Freedom
IV. Napoleon Abueva uses various materials in his public sculptures.
a. I, II, III and IV b. II and III c. III only d. III and I
Prepared by: Checked by: Noted by:
JOB F. SALAMERO JR. APOLLO A. REYES NENITA N. DE LEON
Senior High School Coordinator Secondary School Principal III
CHONA M . HILARIO
Subject Teacher
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