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Concepts of Weaving and Arts

  • Weaving

    • Process of crossing weft (horizontal threads) and warp (vertical threads).

    • Used to create cloth and decorative artwork.

  • Kut-kut Art

    • Ancient Philippine art form.

    • Involves etching on banana leaves, applying natural pigments, and scraping to reveal intricate patterns.

  • Hagabi

    • Wooden chair symbolizing status, particularly of Kadanagyan (higher status individuals).

  • Bakbak

    • Local material derived from the outer layer of the abaca stalk.

  • Coconut Tree

    • Known as the "tree of life"; utilized entirely for food, water, and building materials.

  • Pandan

    • Tropical plant used for making banig (mats), hats, and bayong (bags).

  • Digital Photography

    • Contemporary art technique, replaces traditional photography.

  • Indigenous Art Material

    • Natural or local materials used in art.

  • Technique in Art

    • How artists manipulate materials to achieve desired effects and meanings.

  • Junk

    • Discarded materials considered useless but may be creatively repurposed.

  • Large-scale Arts

    • Art using large spaces for creation.

  • Found Objects

    • Contemporary art technique utilizing junk in production.

  • Molding

    • Technique of shaping pliable materials like clay.

  • Tikog

    • Material used to create intricate mats, bags, pouches, and boxes.

  • Contemporary Philippine Artwork

    • Value tied to incorporation of traditional techniques.

  • Basketry Techniques

    • Includes coiling, plaiting, wicker, and twining.

  • Coir

    • Durable material with a low decomposition rate.

  • Manila Hemp (Abaca)

    • Strong fibers, resistant to saltwater, common in Eastern Visayas.

  • Digital Filmmaking

    • Not traditional technique; combines technology with narrative artistry.

Techniques and Art Forms

  • Frottage

    • Technique using crayon/pencil rubbed over textured surface, creating patterned impressions.

  • Saniculas Cookie

    • Art form linked to a legend about a healing priest.

  • Taka

    • Art form using newspaper, associated with wooden molds and paste (gawgaw).

  • Maria Bangue

    • Credited with introducing "pagtataka" in Paete during the 1920s.

  • Robotics

    • Combines computer science and engineering to create machines (robots).

  • Film Production Stages

    • Development, Pre-production, Production, Principal Photography, Wrap, Post-production.

  • Creativity

    • Vital attribute of artists in creating distinctive artworks.

  • Art Criticism Steps

      1. Describe

      1. Analyze

      1. Interpret

      1. Judge.

    • Systematic study of art.

  • Artistic Ability

    • Continuous development of natural creative skills.

  • Manual Dexterity

    • Importance of practice in developing artistic skills.

  • Computer Editing Skills

    • Achieved by keeping up with technology for artistic purposes.

  • Communication Skills

    • Essential for conveying information clearly.

  • Self-Promotion/Marketing Skills

    • Important for artists to sell their products and connect with buyers.

  • Interpretation

    • Identifying artwork’s purpose and overall meaning.

  • Contemporary Art

    • Business-driven, technology-influenced, social realism.

  • Art Production

    • Making something, with final products like performances.

Techniques in Printmaking and Crafts

  • Silkscreen Printing Process

      1. Create and prepare the design screen.

      1. Expose the emulsion and wash it off to create a stencil.

      1. Prepare item for printing.

      1. Press ink through the screen onto the item.

      1. Let the product dry.

  • Footed Dishes from Batangas

    • Known for decorative elements like geometric cut-outs.

  • Bamboo Products

    • Used for flooring, furniture, musical instruments, kitchen utensils, etc.

  • Rattan

    • Durable for making picnic baskets.

  • Art Technique Assessment

    • Important for evaluation. Weaving is best applied to Tikog due to availability.

  • Raw Materials

    • Availability impacts arts and crafts uniqueness across regions.

  • Coir Products

    • Rope, brushes, trellises, matting, wall covering.

  • Found Object Art

    • Assembling junk items (buttons, screws) into décor.

  • Sculpture "The Victor" by John Gokongwei

    • Large-scale art that reflects societal themes.

  • Understanding Contemporary Arts

    • Provides insight into societal issues.

  • Decollage

    • Opposite of collage; removes layers to reveal textures and images.

  • Trapunto Painting

    • Outlined designs padded to create raised textures.