ACTIVITY 3
Direction: Let’s play Double Puzzle. Unscramble each of the clue words.
Then, find out the hidden message by arranging the words accordingly in
the boxes.
1.What does the statement intend to
communicate?
2.How do you relate the statement
in the current condition of
Philippine arts and crafts?
Local Materials
In order to emphasize the wonders of Philippine
arts, one must have a glimpse of the potential materials
or medium used in common products of Filipino artists
and communities. Essentially, local materials are used
for indigenous art production. These resources are
readily available in bulk or large quantity in a specific
area or locality. Most often, local materials are utilized
to develop and support indigenous materials and raw
products. Indigenous materials are naturally abundant
in many places in the country. Timber, bamboo,
coconut, abaca, rattan, and many more are just some
examples of these. In less endowed areas, the number
of available local materials are based on geographic
location and climate condition.
Indigenouism
In general, this term refers to the movement of
protecting the environment through creations of
indigenous masterpieces. More than the aesthetic
value, arts and crafts created from indigenous
materials are supported to promote culture and
tradition of the people. This movement highlights the
works and products of local artists who use their
creations as direct influence in preserving Mother
Nature. Artworks of indigenous people are also given
emphasis by indigenouism. For a long time, this
movement has pushed local art communities to go
further and beyond in recreating, experimenting and
producing unique products.
Most Common Indigenous
Materials Used in Creating Art
1. Soft and Hardwoods
- Few of the popular woods used in art making
are narra, kamagong and mahogany. These are
commonly used in wood carving and furniture
making. Likewise, the coconut tree is believed to
be the most utilized because of its usability
from roots to fruits while bamboo is
considered the most accessible in craft making
and sometimes combined with abaca and
rattan. Abaca fiber is used in clothing, basketry,
weaving and rope making.
2. Capiz, Seashells, Corals and Pearls
Because the Philippines is an archipelago, it has
abundant marine resources. These treasures from the
deep are incorporated in making jewelry, souvenirs, and
house decorations. These materials are traditionally
used in mosaic and religious-themed artworks.
3. Traditional Materials like stone and clay
- The use of these traditional materials is still
famous in most art communities not only in the
Philippines but also in the world. Considered as
easily crafted and recycled, these materials are
also ecological and economical because no costly
processing is applied to them.
Directions: Make an interpretative
statement about the local arts below.
Artist’s Statement
Direction: What particular aspect of Philippine
cultural identity do local arts reveal? How do local
arts enliven diversity of ethnic arts? Write down
your answer inside the heart and tint it with the
color that best describe your feedback.
