Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
National Capital Region
DIVISION OF CITY SCHOOLS – MANILA
Manila Education Center Arroceros Forest Park
Antonio J. Villegas St. Ermita, Manila

Contemporary
Philippine Arts from
the Regions
ARTISTIC SKILLS AND
TECHNIQUES TO
CONTEMPORARY ARTS
PRODUCTION
Quarter 2
Module 5
Most Essential Learning Competency:
Applies artistic skills and techniques in the process of creation
HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Before starting the module, I want you to set aside other tasks that will disturb
you while enjoying the lessons. Read the simple instructions below to successfully
enjoy the objectives of this kit. Have fun!

1. Follow carefully all the contents and instructions indicated in every page of
this module.
2. Write on your notebook the concepts about the lessons. Writing enhances
learning, that is important to develop and keep in mind.
3. Perform all the provided activities in the module.
4. Let your facilitator/guardian assess your answers using the answer key card.
5. Analyze conceptually the posttest and apply what you have learned.
6. Enjoy studying!

PARTS OF THE MODULE

 Expectations - These are what you will be able to know after completing the
lessons in the module.
 Pre-test - This will measure your prior knowledge and the concepts to be
mastered throughout the lesson.
 Looking Back to your Lesson - This section will measure what learnings and
skills did you understand from the previous lesson.
 Brief Introduction - This section will give you an overview of the lesson.
 Discussion - This section provides a short discussion of the lesson. This aims
to help you discover and understand new concepts and skills.
 Activities - This is a set of activities you will perform with a partner.
 Remember - This section summarizes the concepts and applications of the
lessons.
 Check your understanding - It will verify how you learned from the lesson.
 Post-test - This will measure how much you have learned from the entire
module.

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EXPECTATIONS

You will apply artistic skills and techniques in the process of creation.

Specifically, this module will help you to

 identify artistic skills and techniques in creating artworks.
 categorize artistic skills and techniques in creating artworks.
 enrich your artistic skills used in creating arts artworks.

Let us start your journey in learning more on artistic skills and

techniques in creating artworks I am sure you are ready and
excited to answer the Pretest. Smile and cheer up!

PRETEST
Directions: Analyze each picture, then identify the type of art technique that is
being used. Choose your answer from the box.

Graffiti on
the Berlin
Wall.
© Kalle

Kolodziej/Fotolia
With a Smile 1962© The estate of Mimmo Rotella

Get.loupe.com

Alberto Baumann,"Inheritance of the Twentieth Century" (1980).

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Ugo Rondinone's Seven Magic Mountains makes a splash in the Nevada desert.
PHOTO: GIANFRANCO GORGONI, COURTESY OF ART PRODUCTION FUND AND NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART

Collage Decollage Graffiti

Earth art Mix-Media art Digital Art

LOOKING BACK TO YOUR LESSON

Great! You have finished answering the questions. You may request
your facilitator to check your work. Congratulations and keep on
learning!

To prove your understanding of the past lesson, you should be ready to

accomplish this task.

Direction: Analyze the statements below and encircle the letter of the best
answer.
1. Pahiyas Festival is known in the whole Quezon Province as a
thanksgiving festival to honor “San Isidro Labrador”. What is the name
of the rice-wafer used in decorating house façade during Pahiyas
Festival?
a. hiyas c. kising
b. kiping d. pahiyas

2. Saniculas is the term given to a __________ that was named after St.
Nicholas who was known as the Patron Saint of Healer.
a. biscuits c. molder
b. cookies d. wood

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3. It is an art of paper maché or decoupaging that has been around in the
Philippines for centuries.
a. puni c. sinikulas
b. pahiyas d. taka

4. The first recorded created taka was by a woman named ___________.

a. Maria Piday c. Maria Makiling
b. Maria Dizon d. Maria Sinukuan

5. ____________ seeks to take away what is unnecessary and leaving only

what is essential.
a. Found Object c. Minimalist
b. Large-Scale Art d. Performance Practices

BRIEF INTRODUCTION
Artists in the 21st century have many means in creating art. Some artists use
new media art and digital storytelling to name a few. New media art is the use of the
latest technology in the creation of art while digital story telling is relatively a new
term.
Also, today’s artists are becoming mindful of the lushness of our natural
resources. There is also a consciousness to advance techniques and performance
practices that come from the customs and traditions of the regions and to apply them
in the present scenario. They are now making use of local and indigenous materials
for their artworks.

In contemporary art, mere manifestation might not be enough advancement

in expression to emerge with time. A novice contemporary artist who aspires to be
known in his/her field should learn how to be experimental and innovative.
With the lessons you have learned from the previous discussions, you are now
equipped, hopefully, to create artistic artworks- an artwork that not only you can be
proud of, but also, your family, friends, relatives or even your own locality as well.

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DISCUSSIONS

Lesson ARTISTIC SKILLS AND

TECHNIQUES IN
1 CONTEMPORARY ARTS

Many contemporary artists do not have formal studies in Fine Arts but are
self-taught. Concerned with the development of their talents and skills in Artmaking
Practice, they study on their own, read a lot about lives of artists and their artworks,
and interact with them. To keep the arts fresh and exciting, artists perform
experimentations in creating works of art. It consists of several trial-and-error
attempts until the desired result is achieved. The outcomes are usually original,
unique, and innovative. Artists engage themselves in various artistic activities and
endeavors.
Here are some of the artistic skills and techniques that you can use in various
artistic production as a struggling contemporary 21st century artist.

a. Collage, a technique of an art production used in

the visual artworks, is made from on assemblage
of different forms, thus creating a new whole. It
may sometimes include magazine and newspaper
clippings, ribbons, paint, bits of colored or
handmade papers, a portion of other artworks or
texts, photographs, and other found objects glued
to a piece of paper or canvas.
Reference:
http://www.shapecollage.com/

b. Decollage is the opposite of collage. Instead of

an image being built-up from parts of existing
images, it is created by cutting, treating away or
otherwise removing pieces of an original image.
The French word in English means “take-off” or
“to become unglued” or “to become unstuck.”

Reference:
https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-
terms/d/decollage

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c. Graffiti are writings or drawings that
have been scribed, scratched, or
painted illicitly on the wall or other
surface, often in a public space.
Graffiti range from simple written
words to elaborate wall paintings. It
may express underlying social and
political messages. A whole genre of
artistic expression is based spray
paint graffiti styles.
Reference:
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/826269862854897
226/

d. Land Art, Earth Works, or Earth Arts

is art movement in which landscape
and art are inextricably linked. It is also
an art form that is using natural
materials such as soil, rocks (bed
rocks, boulders, stones), organic media
(logs, branches, leaves), and water
which introduced materials such as
concrete, metal, asphalt, or mineral
pigments.
Reference: https://pinklover.snydle.com/diy-
stone-wall-art.html

e. Digital art is an artistic work or practice

that uses digital technology as an
essential part of the creative presentation
process. Digital art is placed under the
larger umbrella term new media art. It is
a term applied to contemporary art that
uses the method of mass production or
digital media. The techniques of the
digital arts are used extensively by the
mainstream media in advertisement and
by film makers to produced visual effects.
Both digital and traditional artists use
many electronic information and
programs to create their works.
Reference: https://medium.com/@jaejohns/5-
best-tools-for-digital-art-in-2019-50e7917e7ed7

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f. Mixed media refers to the artwork in the
making of which more than one medium has
employed. It refers to a work of visual art that
combines various traditionally distinct visual
art media. For example, work on canvas that
combines paint, ink, and collage.

Reference:
http://www.georgiamansur.com/mixed-
media.html

g. Print making is the process of making

artworks by painting, normally in the paper.
Prints are created by transforming ink from a
matrix or through a prepared screen to a
sheet of paper or other materials.

Reference:
https://www.artistsandillustrators.co.uk
/how-to/printmaking/226/how-to-start-
screen-printin

ACTIVITIES
Activity 1.1. Art Analysis
Objective: Identify artistic skills and techniques in creating artworks.
Directions: Make or create a collage presenting the effects of COVID 19
PANDEMIC.
Materials: - pages of colored magazine - paste - scissors – Oslo paper – permanent
marker
Procedure:
1. Gather pages of used colored magazines. Cut them into pieces.
2. Assemble the cut pieces of colored magazines.
3. Create figures that would represent the effects of COVID 19 PANDEMIC.
4. Paste them to the Oslo paper.
5. Label the causes and the effects using the black permanent marker. Put a title to
your collage.

Critical Thinking Questions:

1. While making your collage, what are the thoughts that run in to your mind?

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Why?
2. Using modern art, present your collage using 3D on your tablet.
3. How does your artwork become more interesting after using 3D?
4. Discuss how technology has changed the artist’s work in art creation.

ACTIVITIES
Activity 1. Case Study
Objective: Recognize and categorize artistic skills and techniques in creating
artworks.
Case Study 1. ARTISTIC SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES IN ART CREATION

You are an artist-historian. You need to write a paper about the history of art.
Your paper should compare the way artists worked centuries ago and the way they
create art at present. Make a presentation by filling out the chart below. You can ask
the help of parents/guardian/s or even your friends and relatives in filling out the
chart.
Chart 1. ARTISTIC SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES IN ART CREATION
Traditional Art Contemporary Art

Art Forms Materials used Sample of Materials used Sample of

artworks artworks

Sculpture

Painting

Music

Dance

Literature

Architecture

ACTIVITIES

ACTIVITY 1: Directions: Discuss and write a production for the following situation.
The Situation

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Now is the time to express your gratitude and appreciation for your artist’s
valuable contribution to Arts. Your region of origin is preparing for grand Fiesta
activities. The activities will focus on a local legend. As the leader, choose what kind
of multimedia and interactive production you will do. Here are the guidelines for the
preparation.
1. Explain your plan step-by-step, from the planning and preparation to the final
production.
2. Include the technology and materials to be used (props, costumes, musical
instruments, etc.).
3. Be original and resourceful in doing your activity.
After making your plan, ask yourself the following questions:
1. Is the plan clear, simple, and easy to understand?
2. Can you explain the process in detail and step-by-step?
3. How realistic and practical is your plan? Can your plan be interpreted into a
real performance?

Critical Thinking Questions:

1. What did you discover after doing the activity?
2. How can you strengthen your artistic skills and techniques in creating an
artwork?
3. What are the benefits that they can get from doing these activities?
4. Upon doing the activities, what Filipino practices or values do you think are
worth sharing? How will you promote these values and practices?

CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Name _____________________________________ Grade and Section ___________
School: _______________________ Date: ___________ Subj. Teacher: ___________
Activity 1. CONTEMPORARY ARTS PRODUCTION
Objective: Enrich your artistic skills in creating artworks. Transfer this in Check Your
Understanding.

ACTIVITY 1
Directions: Follow the steps given below in doing a contemporary art production.

Subject: Traditional and alternative materials used in a visual design, musical

instrument, music and writing composition, choreography, theatrical
performance and cinema
What You Need:
12 sheets of bond paper (2 for each art form)
Drawings or cutout drawings of the materials used in different art forms

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Pen and coloring tools
Glue
Scissors
Shoe Boxes

What to Do:
You can use picture cutouts from old magazines and newspapers. You can
also use printed materials downloaded from the internet. Pictures from photocopied
materials can also be used or you can just simply draw them.
1. Get at least 6 samples of traditional and alternative materials for each art
form. The other 6 are samples from your region of origin.
2. Use one paper for every art form sampler
3. Arrange the layout in either of the following:
a. Neatly arrange in rows and columns.
b. Design with your own arrangement as in a collage way.
4. Label each material and make a brief description on how each one is used or
treated in art form.
5. Identify those materials used in your region of origin.
6. Put the samples in shoe boxes. Be creative in designing your work.

REMEMBER

 Many contemporary artists do not have formal studies in the arts but are self-
taught. Concerned with the development of their talent and skills in art
making, they study on their own, interact with artists and read a lot about
lives of artists and their artworks.
 21st century artists have many means of creating with a multitude of available
materials and with the aid of modern technological advances. Technology has
revolutionized the way the contemporary artists produce art.
 Collage, a technique of an art production used in the visual artworks, is made
from on assemblage of different forms, thus creating a new whole.
 Decollage is the opposite of collage, instead of an image is being built up all or
parts of existing images, it is created by cutting, treating away or otherwise
removing pieces of an original image.
 Graffiti are writings or drawings that have been scribed, scratched, or painted
illicitly on the wall or other surface, often in a public space.
 Land Art, Earth Works, or Earth Arts is art movement in which landscape and
the art are inextricably linked.
 Digital art is an artistic work or practice that uses digital technology as an
essential part of the creative presentation process.
 Mixed media refers to the artwork in the making of which more than one
medium has employed.
 Print making is the process of making artworks by painting, normally in the
paper.

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POST TEST
Directions: Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen
letter on a separate sheet of paper.
1. This is an art technique where the artwork is made from on assemblage of
different forms, thus creating a new whole.
a. collage c. graffiti
b. decollage d. land arts

2. The French word “Decollage” in English means ______.

a. “take-off” c. “to become unstuck”
b. “to become unglued” d. All of the above

3. These are writing or drawings that have been scribed, scratched, or painted
illicitly on a wall or other surface, often in a public space.
a. collage c. graffiti
b. decollage d. land arts

4. It is also known as Earth Works or Earth Art in which landscape and the work
of art are inextricably linked.
a. collage c. graffiti
b. decollage d. land arts

5. It is an artistic work or practice that uses digital technology as an essential

part of the creative or presentation.
a. collage c. digital arts
b. visual arts d. land ar

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REFLECTIVE LEARNING SHEET

Name ____________________________________________ Grade and Section ___________

School: ______________________ Date: _____________ Subj. Teacher: _______________
Objective: 5. Incorporate a contemporary artistic skill and technique to one’s
creation with attention to detail.
Quarter: Module No.: Week No.:
MELC:
Objectives:
Topic:

Journal Entry

Directions: Read and analyze each question. Write your answers on a separate
sheet of paper. Out of five (5), just choose two (2).

1. Name and describe at least two (2) of the different types of techniques in art
making.
2. Discuss how technology has changed the way artists work in art creation.
3. Give examples of how Filipino artists can use those two (2) examples of art
techniques you have chosen.
4. Explain how contemporary artists do interactive and collaborative art.
5. Incorporate a contemporary artistic skill and technique to one’s creation
with attention to detail.

ANSWER KEY

PRETEST POSTTEST

1. A 1. A
2. D 2. D
3. C 3. C
4. D 4. D
5. B 5. B

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http://www.shapecollage.com/
https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/d/decollage
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/826269862854897226/
https://pinklover.snydle.com/diy-stone-wall-art.htm
http://www.georgiamansur.com/mixed-media.html
https://www.artistsandillustrators.co.uk/how-to/printmaking/226/how-to-
start-screen-printin

Management and Development Team

Schools Division Superintendent: Maria Magdalena M. Lim, CESO V
Chief Education Supervisor: Aida H. Rondilla
CID Education Program Supervisor: Amalia C. Solis
CID LR Supervisor: Lucky S. Carpio
CID-LRMS Librarian II: Lady Hannah C Gillo
CID-LRMS PDO II: Albert James P. Macaraeg

Editor/s: Herwin S. Gatdula (Content)

Maria Karla C. Tacuboy (Language)
Writer/s: Milagros Manabat
Illustrator:
Layout Artist:

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