Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions - Local Materials Used in Creating Art
Introductory Message
Importance of selecting appropriate materials in creating art.
Choice of materials influences the quality of artwork, but high cost does not guarantee better results.
Module aims to raise awareness about local art materials available to students.
Encourages creativity using affordable resources.
Learning Objectives
Understand the importance of art material choices.
Identify various local art materials from different Philippine regions.
Interpret the relationship between chosen materials and creation of purposeful artwork.
Different Parts of the Module
What I Need to Know
Overview of skills and competencies expected from the module.
What I Know
Initial activity assessing prior knowledge.
What’s In
Brief review linking current lesson to previous content.
What’s New
Introduction of new lesson through engaging formats (stories, activities).
What is It
Discussion and exploration of new concepts.
What’s More
Independent practice activities to reinforce learning.
What I Have Learned
Reflective exercises to solidify new knowledge.
What I Can Do
Real-life application of learned concepts.
Assessment
Tasks to evaluate mastery of competencies.
Additional Activities
Extra exercises to enrich understanding.
Answer Key
Solutions provided for checking exercises.
Importance of Art Materials in Creation
Art materials affect the artist’s creative expression.
Essential to select materials that suit the intended art form.
Local materials enhance accessibility and suitability in art creation.
Local vs. Indigenous Art Materials
Indigenous materials: Naturally occurring, inherent to locality.
Local materials: May include indigenous and introduced materials.
Clear distinction needed to properly source and utilize materials.
Types of Local Materials Available
Abaca: Used for rope and art, grown in Bicol and Mindanao.
Coconut Shells: Used for carving and utensils, widely available in coconut-growing areas.
Bamboo: Commonly found grass used in various art forms.
Capiz Shells: Used in artistry; found in coastal regions.
Rattan: Utilized for furniture and handicrafts in Visayas and Mindanao.
Cowrie Shells: Popular in jewelry-making; sourced from sandy seafloors.
Junk: Old articles repurposed for art (junk art).
Dried Leaves: Used for various crafts, available year-round.
Plant Seeds: Collected for creative designs in art.
Rocks and Sand: Abundant and versatile in art creation.
Activities for Students
Check local art materials in various personal spaces (home, community).
Use found materials to create art, promoting resourcefulness.
Exploration of the significance of using local materials vs. commercial ones.
Key Terms to Understand
Para-paraan: Resourcefulness in material usage.
Diskarte: Skillful manipulation of materials.
Swak na swak: Perfect match of materials for the intended use.
Talentado & Bihasa: Skilled and experienced in utilizing materials effectively.
Assessment and Evaluation
Multiple choice questions to test understanding of art materials and their uses.
Emphasizes skills in identifying materials and their appropriateness in art.
Focus on both traditional and non-traditional materials, fostering creativity.
Final Thoughts
Students encouraged to be more aware of their environment for finding art materials.
Practical exploration nurtures creativity, resourcefulness, and appreciation for local resources.