11/12

Contemporary Philippine Arts

from the Regions
Quarter 2 – Module 7-8
Lesson 1. Incorporate Contemporary Characteristics
to One’s Creation

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Lesson 2. Creation of Final Product

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Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Region – Grade 11/12
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 2– Module 3: Lesson 1. Conceptualize Contemporary Art Based on
Techniques and Performance Practices
Lesson 2. Artistic Skills and Techniques
First Edition, 2020

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Contemporary Philippine Arts
From the Region
Quarter 1 – Module 7-8
Lesson 1. Incorporate Contemporary Characteristics
to One’s Creation

Lesson 2. Creation of Final Product

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Introductory Message
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Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Defining Contemporary Art!

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 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
describes various contemporary art forms and their practices from the various
regions.. The scope of this module permits it to be used in many different learning
situations. The language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students.
The lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the
order in which you read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you
are now using.
Most Essential Learning Competency:

 Conceptualize contemporary arts based on technique’s and performance

practices in their locality (CAR11/12TPP-0c-e-14
 Applies artistic skills and techniques in the process of creation.
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At the end of this module, you are expected to:

 Identify the technical characteristics of contemporary arts.

 Incorporates contemporary characteristics to one’s creation with attention to
detail.
 Creates the intended product using appropriate materials for the best
possible output.

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 What I Know

Pre-Test
MULTIPLE CHOICE. Write the letter of the best answer from the choices.
1. Contemporary art is art that is living in _________________.
A. future times C. past times
B. present times D. mind
2. Neoplasticism uses _______________________.
A. straight lines and primary colors.
B. tapping into the unconscious mind to release creativity.
C. emphasizing the expressions of the self and emotions.
D. showing all the possible viewpoints of a person or an object all at
once
3. Surrealism art is focused on ____________________.
A. straight lines and primary colors.
B. tapping into the unconscious mind to release creativity.
C. emphasizing the expressions of the self and emotions.
D. showing all the possible viewpoints of a person or an object all at
once
4. This is a style of art that emphasizes the expressions of the self and
emotions.
A. Fauvism C. Neoplasticism
B. Abstract expressionism D. Cubism
5. ___________ is often one of the most exciting components of a painting.
A. Technique C. Color
B. Design D. Medium
6. Sculptors used pieces of junk to produce what is now known as
_______________.
A. poetry C. novel
B. painting D. junk art
7. Which of the following is not considered as a warm color?
A. Blue C. Orange
B. Red D. Yellow
8. A technique is called __________ because the items represented in the
artworks look like they are made from cubes and other geometrical shapes.
A. Fauvism C. Neoplasticism
B. Abstract expressionism D. Cubism
9. These colors bring a calming effect to the mind.
A. Cool colors C. Warm colors
B. Bright color D. Dark colors
10. Warm colors convey the following emotions expect ___________.
A. happiness C. excitement
B. violence D. dependability

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 Incorporate Contemporary
Characteristics to One’s Creation

What’s In

In previous module, we have learned the meaning of artistic skills and

techniques. Many contemporary artists do not have formal studies in the fine
arts. They develop their artistic skills and techniques by themselves. It is
necessary study the medium and techniques used by contemporary artist to
understand their work.

What’s New

ACTIVITY 1: WORD PUZZLE

Mark with red ink instead of crushing out word/words that corresponds
the characteristics of contemporary arts. Copy this on your answer sheet.

From the Word Puzzle presented, what should be our topic?

___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

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_____________________________________________________________________

What is It
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS
The most prominent feature of contemporary art is the fact that it has
no distinct feature or a single characteristic. It is defined by the artist’s
ability to innovate and bring out a modern masterpiece. Here are a few of the
technical characteristics:
Innovation in Art
From the meaning of contemporary, contemporary art is an art that is
living in present times. It reflects current issues or current events. So, from
time to time it changes along with the society. It could sometimes break the
rules of traditional art, created by modern humans.
Contemporary artists have been the pioneers in introducing new
forms of art to the world. Different art forms have been combined or newer
ideas employed to bring out newer types of art. It could be a public mood,
and it could be an effect of being resourceful of any artist. Contemporary art
guides us to have reflection on our society and its issues on politics,
economy, culture and the likes. Contemporary artists use their masterpieces
to comment on cultural, political, and global issues, including race,
feminism, human rights, civil, rights, gender equality, wars, economic
inequality, and global conflicts.
Change is a very significant aspect of humanity, still, art remain as
part of living.  
Collage art is an example of innovation
that proved to be a great example of modern
contemporary art. Likewise, mixed forms of
assemblage, different variants of kinetic art as
well as different categories of photography,
animations and land art are a result of bringing
together newer ideas.
Here are some contemporary art works that
reflects the society.
https://bit.ly/352o7XH
Emmanuel Garibay. Hangarin
(Aspiration/Goal), 2008. Oil on canvas. 79 x 75
inches. Courtesy of the artist.
Hangarin (Aspiration/Goal) is a depiction of the
passionate Filipino interest in sports, especially
Emmanuel Garibay. Pagpasok ni Kristo sa
basketball. The game is part of daily life for young men
Maynila (Christ Entering Manila), 2008. Oil on
https://bit.ly/3p2TclP
in particular, who enjoy its physicality and community
canvas. 58 x 76 inches. Courtesy of the artist.
appeal. In a dynamic, well observed work, Garibay
In the crowded complexity of a street festival, so
illustrates a group of youths jostling on a court set in
much a part of the rhythm of Filipino community
life, we see the signs and symbols of faith and
begin to look for the figure of Christ. https://bit.ly/3p2TclP

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 Emmanuel Garibay. Corpus Christi, 2008. Oil
on canvas. 48 x 72 inches. Courtesy of the artist.
Humorous and chaotic image comes a more
complex work entitled Corpus Christi, a
meditation on the meaning of Christ in culture.
https://bit.ly/3p2TclP The painting offers multiple perspectives and
invites the viewer to circumnavigate it like a
Using New Materials
Another characteristic that was employed to bring about modern art
was the employment of different objects, materials that looked useless to the
common man but were brought to great use by modern artists. The means or
instruments to make the works of contemporary art are changing and new
technologies are used day by day.
For instance, painters used pieces of newspapers as a backdrop to
their canvases and created masterpieces of modern art from it. It was
unprecedented to use something like a newspaper in a painting. Similarly,
sculptors used pieces of junk to produce what is now known as junk art.
Also, common items like cars, chairs, boxes have been used masterfully to
create assemblages. Some sculptors and other artists who work in three-
dimensional media, painters, photographers, video, and installation artists.
They make use of materials and media such as wood, paper, paint, milk,
rice, pollen, wax, plaster, stone, glass, metal, plastics, photos, slides, videos,
and computers.

Here are some contemporary art works that used new materials.

https://bit.ly/212ceZe
Art using https://bit.ly/32jCSTY
Art using pollen
rice Art using stone

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 https://bit.ly/38ibXfh
https://bit.ly/36bvXxp https://bit.ly/38gmcR9

Use of Color
Traditionally, color was used as means to bring reality to paintings
and art pieces. However, modern artists experimented with colors and used
it unconventionally to make new textures and themes and used them in their
pieces of art. The colors used are strong and the content is symbolic.
Color is often one of the most exciting components of a painting. In
both figurative and abstract painting, color can be used for its decorative
beauty, to create mood and to express or arouse an emotion. In nature and
in art, color has a profound effect on the viewer.
Cool colors, which is based on blue undertones, bring a calming effect
to the mind. These colors range from cold icy blues to warm and nurturing
Mediterranean turquoises. Blue represents dependability. Warm colors,
which is based on yellow undertones, tend to convey emotions ranging from
happiness to violence. Red, orange, and yellow colors trigger hunger. Red
instantly attracts, makes people excited and increases the heart rate.

https://bit.ly/2UaJmAt
Two watercolor paintings showing warm and cool colors. The warm
painting on the right is predominately shades of orange and yellow. The cool
painting on the left is predominately blue and green. These two paintings
serve as demonstrations of how different the feelings are between the color
temperatures.
As an example, expressionism was mostly based on the vibrant and
expressive use of colors as a tool to innovate their paintings. Expressionist
art tried to convey emotion and meaning rather than reality. Each artist had
their own unique way of "expressing" their emotions in their art. In order to
express emotion, the subjects are often distorted or exaggerated.
Newer Techniques
Modern art is not only about playing and experimenting with colors
and objects, rather it has also given birth to newer techniques that form the
basis for contemporary art today.
Abstract expressionism is a style of art that has meant one of the
main manifestations of the spirit of the 20th century. It emphasizes the
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content has a symbolic tint.

Example of abstract expressionism

https://bit.ly/36787my
Chromolithography is a prime example of a technique that was
developed by Jules Cheret. Chromolithography is a unique method for
making multi-color prints. A chromolithograph is made using anywhere from
eight to forty stones, one for each color. The chromist, who specialized in
breaking down the colors needed to re-create the painting in ink, would
document this process in a progressive proof book, so that the image could
be recreated easily again if needed.
Example of
chromolithography

https://bit.ly/
3mVXqtF

Another characteristic of contemporary art is that it is avant-garde

and surrealistic. Surrealism was focused on tapping into the unconscious
mind to release creativity. Surrealistic art is characterized by dream-like
visuals, the use of symbolism, and collage images.
Example of surrealism

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Fauvism comprises the first of the expressions of contemporary art.

Its name refers to a group of French painters who in 1905 filled the Paris
autumn salon with works. The specific characteristics of Fauvism are
aggression in the use of colors (basically primary, complementary along with
garish tones) and their autonomy in relation to shapes.

Example of fauvism

https://bit.ly/36c6JPH
Cubism is a style of art which aims to show all the possible viewpoints
of a person or an object all at once. It is called Cubism because the items
represented in the artworks look like they are made out of cubes and other
geometrical shapes.
Example of cubism

https://bit.ly/3k8Bpq0
Neoplasticism is based on two-dimensionality, use of straight lines
and primary colors. Its objective is to divest itself of the particular to
manifest the purity of art.
Example of neoplasticism

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Creation of Final Product

Contemporary artists found used bottles, hay, rice stalks, plastic straw and
other recycled materials useful in creating artworks. Art and recycling go hand-in-
hand. Eco-artists are, nowadays, transforming old, recycled and reused object into
amazing pieces of contemporary art. The trend started gaining prominence in 1980s
when museums and galleries in the Western world opened their doors for such
innovation and creativity.
In recent years, many artists in the Middle East has started expressing their
support for recycling and sustainability through artworks where they merge
traditional tone with contemporary themes creating attractive installation art that
express local cultural heritage in the larger public interests. Artists are expressing
their emotions and ideas... through a wide range of recyclables glass, cans, plastics,
CDs, PET bottles etc.
This type of art is termed as Installation Art which is 3-dimensional work using
common raw and natural materials to create an object with different messages
directed to the viewers and the public audiences. Installation art can be expressed
at any type of form like objects, videos, sound or even through the Internet.
Interestingly, installation art is also considered a part of Renaissance where people
can discover classical cultural movements like Surrealism and Futurism.
Many artists search for inspirations that surround them while others express
their feelings in the artwork. Artists use recycled or reused objects to make
attractive pieces of contemporary art and literally turn everyday trash into creative
treasures. Some create compositions from recycled plastic bags or themed works for
art galleries, while others create entire theme parks with trash, and even furniture
from recycled materials. For example, if an artist has a penchant for collecting
beverage cans, he/she might be interested in creating a replica of a famous
building or monument.

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 These are the sample arts and crafts production using appropriate materials.
“Creativity will change the World of Art”.

What’s More
ACTIVITY 2: SPOT THE DIFFERENCE
You have already learned the different Expressionism Arts. This time
let’s try how far your learning is. What you are going to do is to identify what
are the difference between the two Expressionism art. Fill in the table below:
Teacher will use rubrics for scoring.

https://bit.ly/3p61xp9 https://bit.ly/3p61xp9
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1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
4. 4.

What I Have Learned

ACTIVITY 3: SUMMARIZE
Write a brief essay that answers the question, How do the artists
incorporate the characteristics of contemporary arts to their artworks?

_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________

What I Can Do

ACTIVITY 4: CONTEMPORARY ART MAKING

Create a contemporary art using one of the techniques (abstract
expressionism, surrealism, fauvism, or neoplasticism). You can make it using
bond paper, illustration board, Oslo paper or any medium you want. Write a
brief explanation of your art. You can use the guide question below to write
you explanation. Teacher will use rubrics for scoring.
Guide questions:
1. What is the title of your contemporary art?
2. What technique did you use?
3. What medium/s did you use?
4. What is the theme of your art?
5. What ideas you to convey to the audience of your art?

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 Assessment

Post-Test
MULTIPLE CHOICE. Write the letter of the best answer from the choices.

1. Which is not true about warm colors?

A. happiness C. excitement
B. violence D. dependability

2. Which is true about Neoplasticism?

A. straight lines and primary colors.
B. tapping into the unconscious mind to release creativity.
C. emphasizing the expressions of the self and emotions.
D. showing all of the possible viewpoints of a person or an object all
at
once
3. Contemporary art is art that is living in _________________.
A. future times C. past times
B. present times D. mind
4. An art that emphasizes the expressions of the self and emotions.
A. Fauvism C. Neoplasticism
B. Abstract expressionism D. Cubism

5. A color that bring a calming effect to the mind.

A. Cool colors C. Warm colors
B. Bright color D. Dark colors

6. The technique that looks like they are made from cubes and other
geometrical shapes.
A. Fauvism C. Neoplasticism
B. Abstract expressionism D. Cubism

7. Which of the following is not considered as a warm color?

A. Blue C. Orange
B. Red D. Yellow

8. Contemporary art is an art of ____________.

A. future times C. past times
B. present times D. mind

9. The most exciting components of a painting is _________

A. Technique C. Color
B. Design D. Medium

10.Sculptors used pieces of junk to produce _______________.

A. poetry C. novel
B. painting D. junk art
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Key to Answers

Pre - Test Post Test

1. B 1. D
2. A 2. B
3. B 3. A.
4. B 4. B
5. C 5. A
6. D 6. D
7. A 7. A
8. D 8. B
9. A 9. C
10.D 10. D

What’s New (Activity 1: Word Puzzle)

 PERSPECTIVE
 EXTENSION
 GEOMETRIC
 VIRTUAL
 PRIMARY COLORS
 COLOR
 HARMONIES
 TERTIARY
 ANALOGOUS
 SURFACE
 VALUE SCALE
 GRAY
 PATH
 GRAY 10
 SPACE
 SITE
 VALUE
 SHAPE
 SHAPE
 COMPLIMENTARY

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Rubric for Grading Art Project
Points Creativity/ Originality Effort/ Perseverance Craftsmanship/skill
4 The student explored The project was The artwork was
several choices continued until it beautiful and patiently
before selecting one, was complete as the done; it was good as
generated many student could make hard work could make
ideas, tried unusual it; gave it effort far it.
combination or beyond that required.
changes, used
problem-solving
skills.
3 The student tried a The student worked With a little more effort,
few ideas before hard and completed the work could have
selecting one or based the project, but with been outstanding; lacks
his/her work on a the finishing touches.
someone else’s idea, bit more effort it
made decision after might
referring to one have been
source. outstanding.
2 The student tried an The student finished The student showed
idea but it lacked the project, but it average craftsmanship;
originally, might have could have been adequate, but not as
copied work, and improved with more good as it could have
substituted “symbols” effort, chose an easy been, a bit careless.
for personal project and did it
expression. differently.
1 The student fulfilled the project was The student showed
the requirements of completed with average craftsmanship,
the assignment, but minimum effort lack of pride in finished
gave no evidence of work
trying anything
unusual
0 The student showed The student did not The student showed
no evidence of finish the work poor craftsmanship;
original thought adequately evidence of laziness or
lack of understanding

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“Order of National Artists.” National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
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