Overview of Philippine Art Through the Eras

ETHNIC ART

ETHNIC ART

In Pre-colonial Philippines, arts are for ritual purposes or for everyday use.

ISLAMIC ART

is characterized by geometric designs and patterns eliciting focus from the believers.

SPANISH ERA

Spanish Era Art became a handmaiden of religion, serving to propagate the Catholic faith and thus support the colonial order at the same time.

AMERICAN ERA

In the American regime, commercial and advertising arts were integrated into the fine arts curriculum. Moreover, Americans favored idyllic sceneries and secular forms of arts.

JAPANESE ERA

Since the Japanese advocated for the culture of East Asia, preference was given to the indigenous art and traditions of the Philippines.

MODERN ERA

Modern era in Philippine Art began after World War 2 and the granting of Independence.

CONTEMPORARY ART

Contemporary Art was an offshoot of social realism brought about by Martial Law.

ART

According to Greek philosopher Aristotle on his poetic, he claimed that humans have instincts for limitation and harmony.

Art Definition

Art may be defined as a human pursuit to imitate life and the world into something pleasing or beautiful.

CONTEMPORARY ART DEFINITION

The J. Paul Getty Museum defines contemporary art as 'art made and produced by artists living today'.

BENEDICTO CABRERA

This is The Oriental Fan. Benedicto Cabrera illustrates prototypes of female migrants.

VICTORIO EDADES

Modern Art - A period set chronologically after the Neo-classical period, pioneered by Victorio Edades in 1928.

SCULPTURE

Sculpture is a three-dimensional artwork that may be created using marble, stone, concrete, and wood.

THE OBLATION

The sculpture was made by National Artist for Sculpture, Guillermo Tolentino.

ARCHITECTURE

Architecture are the structures that are meant to be used as shelter.

PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTER (PICC)

It was built on September 5, 1976, being the first international convention center in Asia.

MUSIC

Music is the art form that appeals to the sense of hearing.

PAKSO NA NAMAN

The song was composed by Felipe Padilla de Leon and the lyrics were written by Levi Celerio.

LITERATURE

Literature is the art form of language through the combined use of words, creating meaning and experience.

PO-ON

The story was set in the late 1800s in the town of Rosales, Pangasinan.

THEATER

Theater is the art form of performance where scripts are portrayed on the stage by actors and actresses.

CINEMA

Cinema is a technological version of theater where special effects are used to enhance storytelling.

DANCE

Dance is the art of human form, mobilizing and choreographing the human body in specific time, form, and space.

TINIKLING

Tinikling is a folk dance in the Philippines that imitates the movements of a bird called tikling.

PICTURE

A picture is a two-dimensional image ranging from real-life images to the visually abstract.

PLANTING RICE

This painting was created by Fernando Amorsolo in 1951 using oil on canvas.

THE NIGHTMARE

Painted by Diosdado Lorenzo, the painting tells the story of Japanese brutality during World War II.

PHILIPPINES

Philippines, known as the Pearl of the Orient, is an archipelago country located in Southeast Asia.

Natural Resources

Abundant materials available for economic use.

Biodiversity

Variety of life forms in an ecosystem.

Cultural Melting Pot

Diverse cultures blending together in one area.

Ilocos Region

Region I known for unique arts and culture.

Ilocanos

Dominant ethnic group in Ilocos Region.

Pangasinense

Ethnic group from Pangasinan province.

Abel Weaving

Cotton fabric known for softness and designs.

Bangus Festival

Celebration of milkfish aquaculture in Pangasinan.

Bolinao Mats

Mats woven from buri, dyed and intricate.

Burnary Jars

Earthen jars with small openings for storage.

Cagayan Valley

Region II known for agriculture and festivals.

Cagayan River

Longest river in the Philippines, flows through Cagayan Valley.

Bambanti Festival

Festival celebrating scarecrows and harvests.

Stone House

Traditional Ivatan houses symbolizing strength.

Vakul

Headgear made from palm fiber for protection.

Cordillera Administrative Region

Landlocked region with diverse ethnic groups.

Batok Tattoo

Traditional tattoo technique using charcoal and thorn.

Barrel Man

Wooden figurine partially hidden in a barrel.

Kalinga Textiles

Textiles made from indigenous materials with geometric designs.

Labba

Wide mouth basket used for carrying food.

Lingling-o

Double-headed pendant from ancient Austronesian cultures.

Panagbenga Festival

Flower festival in Baguio City every February.

Central Luzon

Region III known as the Rice Granary.

Giant Lantern Festival

Festival showcasing large lanterns during Christmas.

Hot Air Balloon Festival

Annual aviation event in Pampanga, January-February.

Pastillas Wrapper Making

Intricate papercutting art from Bulacan.

Singkaban

Decorative arch for fiestas and celebrations.

National Capital Region

Metro Manila, center of culture and economy.

Don Bosco Church

Popular wedding venue known for unique architecture.

National Museum of Natural History

Popular museum opened in May 2018.

CALABARZON

Region IV-A in the Philippines, southeast of Metro Manila.

Balisong

A folding pocketknife with concealed blade.

Higantes Festival

Annual festival with giant puppets in Angono.

Paete Wood Carving

Known as the Carving Capital of the Philippines.

Pahiyas Festival

Showcases decorated houses for harvest thanksgiving.

MIMAROPA

Region IV-B, no land border with other regions.

Treasure Trove of Southern Luzon

Nickname for Mindoro due to gold mining.

Moriones Festival

Lenten rites with costumes of biblical soldiers.

Marble Crafts

Romblon is the Marble Capital of the Philippines.

Bicol Region

Region V, home to Mayon Volcano and diverse crops.

Abaca

Strong natural fiber, known as Manila hemp.

Magayon Festival

Celebration honoring Mayon Volcano's beauty and bounty.

Eastern Visayas

Region VIII, includes Leyte and Samar provinces.

San Juanico Bridge

Longest bridge in the Philippines, connects Samar and Leyte.

Lubi Lubi

Cultural dance highlighting the importance of coconuts.

MacArthur Shrine

Commemorates Gen. Douglas MacArthur's return promise.

Zamboanga Peninsula

Region IX, home to the Badjao ethnic tribe.

La Hermosa Festival

Fiesta Pilar, honoring Our Lady of the Pilar.

Vinta

Traditional outrigger boat with colorful sails.

SOCCSKSARGEN

Region XII, formerly Central Mindanao, acronym for provinces.

Hinugyaw Festival

Festival of Festivals in Koronadal, celebrates cultures.

CARAGA

Region XIII, northeastern Mindanao administrative region.

Balanghay Festival

Celebration in Butuan commemorating early Filipino migrants.

Mayon Volcano

Perfect cone-shaped volcano in Albay, Bicol Region.

Pili Nuts

Local crop known for its culinary uses in Bicol.

Siling Labuyo

Spicy chili variety grown in Bicol Region.

Kiping

Colorful rice wafers used in Pahiyas Festival decorations.

Pag-ukit

Traditional wood carving practice in Paete.