Easter College

Senior High School Department

Easter School Road, Central Guisad, Baguio City

Contemporary Philippine Arts from the

Regions (CPAR)

1st Quarter, 1st Semester

SY 2021-2022

MODULE 2

Rouilla C. Doraiswamy
(Teacher)

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 INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Submit and answer all activities on time as scheduled with your NAME written
on it. No delays unless circumstances arise, please notify me. There
will always time for everything. Remember that all activities will be
recorded officially.
2. Submit the ANSWER SHEETS ONLY.
3. Please practice HONESTY. God is watching you!
4. Practice courtesy at all times when communicating with your teachers.
Address your teacher properly. (Saying “ma’am or sir)
5. Observe class hours inquiries between 8-4 pm . Avoid calling or texting beyond
8pm unless if its emergency. Respect teachers’ privacy.
6. Strictly follow instructions in all the activities given. Take note of the given credits.
Use only materials asked or required.
7. Time management is very much observed so as not to be delayed in submission.
Be diligent at all times.
8. Schedule of “pick-up module” is strictly followed. No delays so as not to create
confusion.
9. Always identify yourself when sending messages. Text muna bago tawag!
10. Use your official name in your FB account ONLY. No “alyas” names.
11. ALWAYS BE SAFE AND HEALTHY!
12. ALL THE BEST and GOD BLESS for this semester SY 2021-2022.

Ms. Rouilla C. Doraiswamy

(Teacher-in-charge)
Cp # 09478565952
FB account: Rouilla Cirilo
Email ad: rdoraiswamy@[Link]

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 Easter College
Senior High Department
Easter School Road, Central Guisad, Baguio City

MODULE 2

I. COURSE/ Contemporary Philippine Arts

SUBJECT TITLE from the Regions (CPAR)
Grade 12 (SY 2021-2022)
II. SCHEDULE OF THE SUBJECT

III. COURSE DESCRIPTION The subject covers various

contemporary art practices of the region
where the school is located. It aims to
provide students with an appreciation of a
broad range of styles in the various
disciplines with consideration on their
elements and principles, and engage them
to an integrative approach in studying arts.
Through this subject, students will broaden
and acquire the necessary creative tools
that open opportunities in pursuing their
individual career goals and aspirations.
IV. COURSE OUTCOME Demonstrates appreciation of
contemporary art forms, found in the
various regions by understanding the
elements and principles.
V. TOPICS Chapter 1: Contemporary Art
Topics:
1.4 The elements of art
1.5 Principles of design
1.6 Form, content and context
VI. COMPETENCIES/
OBJECTIVES 1. Acknowledge the significance of
Philippine Contemporary Arts
2. Reflect on the art forms found in your
community
3. Describe various contemporary art
forms and their practices from the various
regions.
4. Identify various contemporary art forms
and their practices from the various
regions.
5. Integrate the principles of design with
varied situations other than art
6. Discuss various art forms found in the
Philippines
VII. TIME FRAME

VIII. LEARNING EXPERIENCES:

1.4 The Elements of Art

A. Engage
After reading the lesson, you should be able to:
1. Recall the elements of art as a means to create contemporary art forms.
2. Create a visual design
3. Identify the elements of art.

B. Explore
The following topic is related to the previous lesson. Aside from defining
what an art is. Let us try to see what are the composition of that certain kind of art.
What does it comprises in order to complete that certain subject of art.
The elements of art are the most basic tools of expression in any art form. These
are stylistic features that are included within an art piece to help the artist communicate.

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 Elements of art are found in both nature and man-made environment. There are
seven basic elements include line, shape, form, color, value, space and texture. When
analyzing these intentionally utilized elements, the viewer is guided towards a deeper
understanding of the work of art.

C. Explain
Art forms in the different regions vary in subject, theme, style, medium,
and technique. However, as you have learned in Grade 7, there are certain
characteristics that are common to all. First, the arts share the same tradition and
influences which our country has undergone for more than four centuries. Second, the
arts can be used skillfully to suggest feelings and emotions. Finally, they share certain
elements and principles of organization or principles of design. These are essential to the
production of Philippine contemporary art. They serve as the basic and common
expressive tools of the art forms in the regions.

The elements of art are all around you at all the time – from the moment you
wake up until you go to sleep. Reviewing them will make you more conscious that they
are part of the environment and everyday living. Being aware of the elements educates
your senses and enriches your lives. Hopefully, after reviewing them, they will be stored
in your memory and you shall be able to retrieve them when you find cause for them and
when you start creating your own piece of art.

The following are the elements of art.

1. Space

Space in visual arts can be defined as a void, an emptiness which can either be positive
or negative. The positive space refers to a space enclosed in a shape, while negative
space denotes the opposite.

2. Line
Line is the extension of a point, a short or long mark drawn or carved on a surface. It is
an implied path suggesting –
a. Direction: vertical, horizontal, diagonal
b. Character: jagged, curved, series of dots or broken lines.

It is easy to pin point line in painting, drawing, and other artworks of the similar type.
But, in other types of art, such as performing arts and literary arts, a line is described
differently. In theater, a line may refer to the script of the actor. In dance, it is the series of
steps that a dancer makes.

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 3. Shape and Form
When the ends of a line meet, they form a shape. Shape can also be described as
figure separate from its surrounding area or background. It can either be geometric
(angular) or organic (curvy).

Form is slightly similar to shape. It is enclosed line, a figure separate from its
background. But, remember that shape is two-dimensional, while form is
three-dimensional. For instance, the square is an example of shape; the cube is a form.
The circle is a shape; the sphere is a form.

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 4. Color

Probably the most striking art element that catches the eye is color. It is a
sensation created by visible wavelengths of light caught in a prism. It is a mixture of
organic or synthetic substances called pigments, used as pain or dye.

Color creates a mood or tone, such as red for passion, anger, or love; blue for
peace, nobility, or sadness; and yellow for gaiety, innocence or jealousy. Color also
varies from dull to bright, depending on its intensity, like in music, where intensity can
also refer to the loudness or softness of a sound.

Color can also have different meanings, depending on one’s culture.

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5. Value

In visual arts, value is the degree of lightness and darkness of a color.

In music, it is called pitch, which is the highness or lowness of a tone. The tone color
or timbre refers to the quality of the sound.

Like color, value suggests an atmosphere or mood, also found in other art forms (e.g.
strong contrast suggests a strong emotional response, especially in writing).

6. Texture

Texture is the surface of an artwork. A texture can be actual or tactile, meaning,

it can really be felt by touch; or it can be simulated or illusory, which means it can
only be seen, or felt.

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 In music or writing, texture is the quality or style of a composition. The sounds
from different musical instruments allow one to hear texture in sound.
These elements are the basic tools of expression in any form. They can be found
in nature and in a man-made environment. Artists use, arrange, and manipulate
them to express feelings or mood and to convey their message to the viewers,
listeners, or readers.

D. Elaborate
By looking at the picture below. Do you see the elements of art? What are they?

E. Evaluate . See activity at the last page. This will be credited in your performance
task.

1.5 Principles of Design

A. Engage
After reading the lesson, you should be able to:
1. Recall that the principles of design form the overall structure of the arts.
2. Integrate the principles of design with varied situations other than art.
3. Analyze the design of a musical instrument.

B. Explore
The following lesson has something to do on how an artist designs the elements
of an art. These principles gives more beauty or it enhances the view of the certain
subject of art.
Design is a plan for order and is created to show the overall structure of an art
form. A design is composed of several elements. The organization of these elements
in a design are called principles of [Link] greatest designer of all is our
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[Link] of design are tools for organizing the elements of art to produce a
unified and harmonious design, composition, or performance.
Principles of design form the visual structure of the art forms.

C. Explain
Design is the overall structure of an art form. It is a plan for order. It is the means
by which artists indicate and demonstrate the ideas and feelings they wish to convey.
The principles of design are also called the organization of the elements. They
help people make sense of the environment, at the same time, make it aesthetically
pleasing and interesting.
Because contemporary art has moved from the classical styles, it is sometimes
hard to critic a contemporary work of art. Therefore, it is important to know the
principles of design to be able to evaluate its art value. A good contemporary work of
art follows most, if not all, of these principles. They are tools for organizing the
elements of art to produce a unified and harmonious design, composition, or
performance.

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 1. Harmony
This refers to the wholeness of the design, the pleasing arrangement of parts,
and the agreement between parts of a composition, resulting in a united whole.
It is easy to spot unity in visual arts. If each of the elements in a visual work of art
plays a vital role in the artwork, then harmony is present.
In music, harmony is the combination of musical notes simultaneously played to
produce music. No musical work has only a single note. It needs harmony to be
considered music.
In writing, the theme or the topic is the uniting factor. It binds all the parts and
elements of the story, making it worth reading. A piece of work that has no harmony
is confusing to read.
Harmony, or unity, can also be related to world affairs. The main goal of United
Nations (UN), an intergovernmental organization, is to create harmony among
peoples of all nations. Its slogan is “unity in diversity”.
Example:

2. Variety
Variety pertains to the assortment or diversity of a work of art.

We can see variety in all of our surroundings. Take flowers as example.

Flowers come in different colors, shapes, and scent because every flower varies
from one another.

Variations are produced so that monotony and uniformity in the environment

are prevented.
Example:

3. Rhythm
Slightly contrary to variety is the rhythm or beat. It is the regular, repeated
pattern in the elements of art. It is a flow, or feeling of movement, achieved by
the distribution of visual units or sound units in time. The beat can be regular or
irregular, simple or complex.
Rhythm, or beat, is natural in the universe. It exists in the human heartbeat,
in the cycle of night and day, in the waxing and the waning of the moon, and so
on.
Example:

4. Proportion

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 Elements in a work of art should have a relationship with one another. This
relationship is called proportion. A well-proportioned shape is pleasing to the
eye.
In a stage setting, the backdrop and the props must be appropriate to the
performers without outshining them so that they do not steal the audience
attention.
Example:

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Balance pertains to the even distribution of weight. It is the principle that deals with
equality. In art, there are two types of balance: - formal and informal balance.
Formal balance, or symmetrical balance, refers to two sides that are identical to each
other. An example is a cross-sectional image of butterfly. The spread wings of the
butterfly show balance in the image. Another example is the radial design.

On the other hand, informal balance, or asymmetrical balance, refers to two sides not
identical to each other yet equal in visual weight. Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower
arrangement, is a good example of a design that uses asymmetrical balance.

The word “balance” is used in many aspects of life and in world affairs. For example,
in order to be healthy, people need a balanced diet. In world affairs, people need a
balance of power from the stronger nations. Can you name other manifestations of
balance in the world?

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This is a fundamental principle in choreography and the theater arts. Movement is a
way to convey feeling and emotions. It is the means by which dancers make use of their
bodies to express an inner condition. Actors express their lines through facial
expressions, gestures, and body language as they move onstage.
It is also a basic principle of nature. There is the movement of time, of the tide, of the
planets around the sun, and so on.
Example:

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 7. Emphasis and Subordination

Emphasis is the principle that gives importance or dominance to a unit or an area.

This is opposite to subordination, which gives less importance to a unit or area.
There are many ways to represent these principles. In a classroom setting, the
teacher often stands and faces the class while the students sit at their desks neatly
seated in rows and columns.
In performing arts, actors and dancers are often placed at the front center stage while
the supporting casts stay on the sides or in the background.
In visual design, an element may stand out by itself attract attention because of its
size, position, or usage of elements.
These organizational principles form the design structure of the art forms. The artists
use elements appropriate to the theme or subject. They follow certain principles to
achieve an aesthetically pleasing effect.
These are only guidelines and the artists are not bound strictly to follow them. In the
end, however, the elements and principles will appear naturally in their works.
Examples:

D. Elaborate
Study the parts of a guitar.

Examine the parts of the guitar and try to see them as elements of art. What are the
elements of art that you see? What are their specific functions?
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 -Using the principles of design that we have discussed, analyze the guitar. How is the guitar
displayed in terms of Harmony?; Variety? ; Rhythm? ; Proportion?; Balance? ; Movement? ;
Emphasis and subordination.

1.6. Form, Content and Context

A. Engage
After reading the lesson, you should be able to:
1. Identify the three key elements in understanding a work of art
2. Give specific examples of artworks for each key element
3. Critique a painting based on the three key elements.

B. Explore
In order for one to fully experience a work of art, one must see it visually, feel
it emotionally, and understand it [Link] three key elements in
understanding art are form, content, and context.

C. Explain
When we look at a work of art, we have to consider three key elements in
order to understand it. These three are form, content, and context.

FORM

The first key element that a spectator should consider in an artwork is its
form.
Form is the surface feature of an artwork. It does not have anything to do
with the art’s in-depth meaning. As the saying goes “what you see is what you get”,
form is just what it is – nothing else.
The arts take up specific forms. In visual arts, forms can either be
two-dimensional such as drawings and paintings; or three-dimensional similar to
sculpture, architecture, and the like. In music, form pertains to the structure of a
musical composition. Some musical forms are the serenade, opera, rhapsody,
and others. Form also exists in literature, ranging from prose, drama, to poetry.
Theater on the other hand, has four basic forms: tragedy, comedy, drama, and
melodrama.

CONTENT

The next element to study in observing an artwork is its content. It is what

the artwork is about.
Content contains the subject matter that carries the message of the work. If
form is the embodiment of the work, then content is its substance.
Content is evident in visual, literary, and theater arts. However, in music, it is
not as distinct because music is the most abstract of the arts.
In music, content refers to the principal and recognizable melody of the
composition – something that is stated, developed and repeated in the duration of
the piece.

CONTEXT

Putting something in context means clarifying a word or subject by

describing the relevant circumstances surrounding it. Context in the arts refers to
the varied situations in which the works have been produced or interpreted. There
are two kinds of context in the arts: primary and secondary.

Primary context is the personal type, for it concerns the sentiments of the
artist – his beliefs, values, interests, attitudes, and emotions.
Secondary context refers to the place and period in which the artist has
made his work: the social, political, and economic environment he is in; his and
his society’s religious and philosophical convictions; the climate and geography of
the area in which the work is made; and his purpose in creating the artwork.
These are the various circumstances in which works of art are produced and
and/or interpret

D. Elaborate.

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 Explain the following statement. “Every work of art has form, content, and
context. If it lacks one key element, it is not an art.”

IX ASSESSMENT. See last page. This will be credited in your written output.

X REFERENCES
1. Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions by Veronica E. Ramirez. Vibal Book
2. Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions by Mario L. Mendez. Diwa Textbooks.
3. Philippine Contemporary Arts: Expressions and Experimentations by Angelita B.
Perez. Brilliant Creations Publishing, Inc.
4. Journey: Contemporary Arts of the Philippines by [Link] Luis C. Ganzon.
Phoenix Publishing House
5. Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions by Flaudette May Datuin. Rex
Bookstore.
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7. Other reference books available

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Prepared by: Checked by:

Rouilla C. Doraiswamy Anabelle B. Bengdaen

Teacher PRINCIPAL, SHS Department

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