Scribd
Upload
178 views

Module 1 - Lesson 1 - Contemporary Arts

The development of Philippine art came through three major traditions: the ethnic tradition prior to colonization, the Spanish colonial tradition, and the American colonial tradition. Indigenous art forms like pottery, weaving, and woodcarving used local materials and depicted tribal rituals and folk stories. Under Spanish rule, Western art and Christianity influenced local styles, though Filipino artists still incorporated indigenous elements. When the U.S. gained control, more Filipinos studied abroad, introducing modern art concepts. Contemporary Philippine art reflects today's society, using diverse methods and materials beyond traditional styles to create non-conventional works on broad themes.

Uploaded by

Cressia Mhay Barotea
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
178 views

Module 1 - Lesson 1 - Contemporary Arts

The development of Philippine art came through three major traditions: the ethnic tradition prior to colonization, the Spanish colonial tradition, and the American colonial tradition. Indigenous art forms like pottery, weaving, and woodcarving used local materials and depicted tribal rituals and folk stories. Under Spanish rule, Western art and Christianity influenced local styles, though Filipino artists still incorporated indigenous elements. When the U.S. gained control, more Filipinos studied abroad, introducing modern art concepts. Contemporary Philippine art reflects today's society, using diverse methods and materials beyond traditional styles to create non-conventional works on broad themes.

Uploaded by

Cressia Mhay Barotea
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 9

LESSON 1:Art in the Philippines

• The development of Philippine Art comes in three major traditions.


These are the Ethic Tradition, Spanish Colonial Tradition, and the
American Colonial Tradition, and Contemporary Traditions. Before
colonization, the Philippines already has its indigenous art. The ethic art
forms are primarily influenced by the geographical location and the
experiences of the Filipinos. For instance the dances in the country
during the pre-colonial times vary depending on the area where our
ancestors thrive. In the highlands, dance steps were imitations of the
movements of certain animals like birds while the choreography of the
Filipinos near the sea were mimics of the movement of the fishes
(Sayseng and Sandagan, 2016)
LESSON 1:Art in the
Philippines
• In terms of visual arts, pottery weaving, wood carving and metal
crafting were dominant during pre-colonial period making use of the
available materials surrounding them. About architecture, the early
Filipinos used local materials such as anahaw, bamboo, cogon cane,
rattan, and other light materials in constructing structures since these
were the materials accessible in the area, also our , also our ancestors
already have their folk literature which came in the forms of folk
speeches, songs, and narratives. This folk literature verbalized their
experiences. Regarding theatre arts, tribal presentations and rituals
were the early theatrical performances depicting their beliefs. In music
our ancestors also have their indigenous musical instruments like the
bamboo flutes and brass gongs. (Sayseng and Sandagan, 2016)
LESSON 1:Art in the Philippines

• Then came the Spaniards who tend to replace the Philippine


indigenous art with Western art forms , religion and secularization
greatly influenced the art in the Philippines under the Spanish regime.
And here are the list of the following influence and effect of Western
art forms during Spanish colonial tradition.
LESSON 1:Art in the Philippines
1. Friars were the ones supervising practice of arts in the country
2. Propagating their agenda and the Christianity
3. Maintaining the powers of colonizers
4. The literary works could be classified into religious and secular prose and poetry
5. In the area of theatre arts religious plays like the komedya became popular
6. In choreography religious dances are commonly performed to venerate patrons and
saints
7. Secular dances in social functions like (valse, fandango , polka and minuet)
8. Spaniards introduced westerns instruments and also the Piano (bands and orchestra)
9. Zarzuelas and operas became prevalent
LESSON 1:Art in the Philippines
10. In visual arts, they introduced painting and sculpture which mostly depicted religious
subject matters
11. In architecture stones and bricks were predominantly sed in constructing buildings(churches,
houses, and government offices)
12. Exterior and interior of the buildings were embellished with wood carvings or metal works
with intricate decorative design
However, despite the strong influence of the Spaniards, the arts in the Philippines did not result
in pure influence, though they have introduced western art but it resulted to western and
indigenous art. The Filipino artists still put touches on their art pieces. After more than 300 years
of Spanish colonization, the Americans took over the country which led to the declaration of the
independence on June 12, 189. The American brought about many changes in terms of politics,
economy, education and culture of the Philippines. (Sayseng and Sandagan, 2016)
LESSON 1:Art in the Philippines
These are the following changes brought by the Americans:
1. In the area of education, there are Filipinos who went abroad to study,
some studied under the tutelage of American educators while some
learned through observation and personal experiences

2. Those who went abroad to study came back to the country carrying the
concept of modern art.

3. Modern art the practice of art in the 1860s-1960’s during these years
western world was significantly developing

4. The urbanization, consumerism, rise of the middle class, change in the


political system, secularization, and the emergence of new technology
affected the way of art making in that period.

5. Technological innovations and experimental approaches in developing art


rose above traditional art practices and methodologies.

6. New forms of expression came which were Avant garde in nature.

7. Modern art continuously develops even after World War.


LESSON 1:Art in the Philippines
• Contemporary art refers to the recent and current practice of art
ranging from the 1970’s up to the present. It mirrors the society and
culture of the present times. It uses a combination of different
methods, materials and ideas that transcend the traditional way of
making art. All Philippine art forms had different twist as the
American way life became a part of lives of the Filipinos. The art
forms and art practices in the country broadened. Artist
experimented with different materials and methodologies and
produced non-conventional artworks with wide-range of themes.
(Sayseng and Sandagan, 2016)
Add a Slide Title - 4
Add a Slide Title - 4

You might also like

pFad - Phonifier reborn

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.

Note: This service is not intended for secure transactions such as banking, social media, email, or purchasing. Use at your own risk. We assume no liability whatsoever for broken pages.


Alternative Proxies:

Alternative Proxy

pFad Proxy

pFad v3 Proxy

pFad v4 Proxy