11/12

Contemporary Philippine Arts

from the Regions
Quarter 2 – Module 3-4
Local Materials and Techniques
Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Region – Grade 11/12
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 2 – Module 3-4: Local Materials and Techniques
First Edition, 2020

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Contemporary Philippine Arts
From the Region
Quarter 2 – Module 3-4
Local Materials and Techniques
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Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Contemporary Philippine Arts from Region -11/12 Alternative

Delivery Mode (ADM) Module Local Materials and Techniques!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators

both from public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in
helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while
overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help
learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration
their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of
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This contains helpful tips or strategies that
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As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module.
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manage their own learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist
the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.

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For the learner:

Welcome to the Contemporary Philippine Arts from Region-11/12 Alternative

Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Local Materials and Techniques!

The hand is one of the most symbolized part of the human body. It is often used to
depict skill, action and purpose. Through our hands we may learn, create and
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This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
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Key at the end of the module.

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 What I Can Do This section provides an activity which will
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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:

Content Shows understanding of the materials and techniques.

Standards:
Performance Discriminates among various materials and techniques.
standards:
Learning 1. Critiques available materials and appropriate
Competencies: techniques (CAR11/12TPP-0c -e-12); and
2. Justifies the use of materials and the application of
techniques (CAR11/12TPP-0c -e-13)

Objectives: 1. Identify local materials in the community and choose

techniques to create appropriate artwork; and
2. Present and support the chosen local material &
artwork to be created.

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 What I Know

Activity 1

What to do:

Below are pictures of art works by different artists. Identify what material/s are
used to create each. Check the box if the material/s are available in your community,
province or region. Write down your answers in the space provided for.

https://cutt.ly/EhD49WC

A. Material/s used: ________________________________________

Availability Locality Province Region

Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

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 https://cutt.ly/AhD7h3x

B. Material/s used: _________________________________________

Availability Locality Province Region

Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

https://cutt.ly/ghD7BEt
C. Material/s used: _________________________________________

Availability Locality Province Region

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https://cutt.ly/vhG91PE
D. Material/s used: _______________________________________

Availability Locality Province Region

What’s In
Study the work of art below 'The Fishermen', 1981 | © Ang Kiukok. Understand
and interpret it. Answer on the separate sheet provided for.

https://cutt.ly/jhG4eA0
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Lesson
Contemporary Art
1

What’s New

As you have explored in the previous modules, artists have their own way of
expressing art using different kinds of mediums/ materials and manner by which
materials are processed and transformed. In appreciating art, whether of its creativity
and or of its efficient functions, we need our senses. Thus on the process of giving
attention to it, we understand or make sense of a work of art; the mediums,
techniques and functions are part of the meaning of the work.

What is It
These are the factors which determine the viewer/ users experience and response:

Medium – are the material used to create an artwork. Artist use medium to express
their thought, ideas, feelings, etc.
Mediums and techniques may also differ depending on the inclination of the artists
and the place where it originated. Various artworks are inspired by the artist’s
locality: its rich resources, culture and practices.
Below are different common materials transformed into unique artworks which
became trademarks of the artist or of the locality it originated. But, not limiting
yourselves in the common materials usually used, you will find creative and efficient
materials which can be used to create different artwork in line with the form of art
you as an artist desires to make. It can even be an environmental hazard saver,
answer to people’s needs, or a locality’s trademark product for tourist attraction or
business. Here are potential materials not commonly and not commonly used:

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1. Abaca - Initially used as material for rope, and transformed into a wide variety of
efficient products. The versatility, durability and availability of abaca, or Manila
hemp, makes it easy to work with or create different designs.

Photo courtesy of Yanko Design & Dairy Darilag (Main Photo), from Real Living Team

2. Coconut Shells - Considered equal in quality and appearance with turquoise

shells or ivory. It may be used to create a wide array of boxes, lamps, tabletops,
chairs, bags, belts, body accessories, household ornaments.

Photo courtesy of Creative Commons Photo courtesy of Trilogy Tours, from Real Living Team

3. Bamboo- proved that it's a versatile must-have that designers and homeowners
should consider. Aside from being used in different pieces of furniture and house
parts, bamboo is also made into musical instruments, and creative decors.

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 Photo courtesy of Stefano Scatà, from Real Living Team Photo courtesy of Creative Commons

4. Blocks- out of rice hulls/ saw

dust.

Photo courtesy of Pinterest

5. Scrap/Cut tiles– made into decorative walls etc.

Tile-istic by Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas.2013.

Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

6. House cleaning materials (scrubs, rag, strainer) – made into furniture designs.
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 Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

7. Scrap wood - made into wall decors, etc.

Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

8. Beads

Beadazzle by Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas.2013. Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas Photo
courtesy of Artist

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9. Paper, corrugated boxes

Draw Lots by Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas.2013. Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

Photo courtesy of Artist

Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

10. Metal, tie wires, tin cans

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 Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

11. Empty & recyclable styro and plastic

cups/bottles

Photo courtesy of Amber Brink from Pinterest

Photo courtesy of wildbamboo.blogspot.com
from Pinterest

Photo courtesy of Nadia Bogari,

Article from mymodernmet.com
from Pinterest

12. Pieces of Cut cloth

Photo courtesy of Canna Luisa Cindrelle
Bernas

13. Cement, different types of

clay or plaster of Paris
Photo courtesy Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas

Aside from the above mentioned

materials, there is still a wide array of materials which
can be used out of creativity and functionality. From sea shells to human skull
shells, from leaves and flowers to insect and insect parts, from glass to cotton, and
from watercolor, coffee and soil painting to dirty water painting. Way too many
choices, you just have to explore your locality for potential materials and innovate a
unique and contemporary artwork that you desire to make.
For more ideas you may browse the internet or visit these websites:

https://www.realliving.com.ph/home-improvement/indigenous-materials-for-a-
filipinohome-a00043-20180109
https://www.spot.ph/arts-culture/arts-culture-peopleparties/72259/unusual-art-
Photo courtesy Canna Luisa Cindrelle Bernas
pinoysa1806-20171207-lfrm3

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Photo courtesy Canna Luisa

Cindrelle Bernas
 What’s More
Exploring your Locality Do the following:
Find out what materials, which are potential to be used as art medium, are rich in
your locality (ex. Bamboo, metal, shells). List it down and name the artwork created
by your locality using these materials. On the other column, you may write your own
idea of artwork which you think is also great for the material you listed. You may use
another paper, if needed be.
Materials found in Artwork made by your Your own idea
your locality locality out of the
material listed
Example: Tin Cans Coin bank Welded into a
vintage/metallic style
cupcake holder
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

A help for decision making!

To help you decide what artwork to create out of the resources available in your
locality, you may evaluate each material with the following factors:

Availability – is the material available and not scarce? Is it available anytime

of the year? Is it available at the nearest possible source?
Cost – the materials durable and can withstand weather changes? Can it
support its function? Will it last for years if not for lifetime?
Process needs – Does it involve a process with available tools/ equipment?
Do I have the skills to create this material and transform it into an artwork?
Durability – is the materials durable and can withstand weather changes?
Can it support its function? Will it last for years if not for lifetime?
Resourcefulness & Creativity– Is the material sourced out from scrap? Is it
a less consumed/ less used material? Does your community regard it as
unimportant or waste? Do you think it is a “first time” product? Can you

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 make this into a creative contemporary artwork? Will it “wow” the viewers/
users?
Number of possible uses – will this material be used for only one
function/artwork? Does it have any other purpose? Can you make this
material into a variety of artwork or function?

What I Have Learned

Why is it important to patronize local artists? How can we show our appreciation to
artists who make use of local materials and techniques? Write your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.

What I Can Do
Out of the materials you have listed available in your locality, evaluate each
with the Rating sheet below. Consider the factors given and rate each materials with
1-5, one(1) as the lowest rate & five(5) as the highest. Mark your rate with a check
Materials with the highest total score may be a potential artwork in terms of
audience appreciation and for business.
Name of Material:

Factors to Consider 1 2 3 4 5 Total

Score
1. Availability

2. Less Cost

3. Less Process Needs

4. Durability

5. Resourcefulness and
Creativity
6. Number of Possible
Use

Assessment
Become the artist:

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 Using your evaluation, choose three materials with the highest score and
present your idea to the class. You may present using the sample order of
presentation given. You will be rated with the Rubrics below.

Order of Presentation
Introduction
Background and information of the Material & related products
made out of it
How is it processed to create a material for artwork
What artwork are you planning to create out of it?
What is the process, the needs and the cost?
What is the purpose or function of the artwork?
Who are your target audiences?
What made you decide to use these materials and artwork?
Do you think your audience will embrace it?
Do you think it will be a good business or tourist attraction to your
locality?

Criteria % Total Score Actual Score

Appropriateness of
40
the material & 40
%
Artwork
30
Creativity 30
%
Content of the 15
presentation 15
%
Confidence in
presentation &
10% 10
defending
product
Grooming & Self
5% 5
Presentation
Total Score 100 % 100

References:
Datuin, Flaudette May, Roberto Paulino, Eileen Legazpi-Ramirez and Louise
Marcelino, Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Region : First ed. Manila,
Philippines: REX Bookstore, 2016.

https://www.realliving.com.ph/home-improvement/indigenous-materials-for-a-
filipinohome-a00043-20180109

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https://www.spot.ph/arts-culture/arts-culture-peopleparties/72259/unusual-art-
pinoysa1806-20171207-lfrm3

https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/451485931396305046/

https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/523262050457825351/

https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/574983077416264735/

https://www.pinterest.com

https://www.artbook.com

https://search.creativecommons.org/

For Inquiries or feedback, please write or call:

Department of Education – Bureau of Learning Resources (DepEd-

BLR)

DepEd Tagbilaran City Schools Division

Rajah Sikatuna, Dampas, Tagbilaran City

Telephone: 038)427-1702; (038)427-2506

E-mail Address: dtagbilarandivision@yahoo.com

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