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Art is a term that describes a diverserange of human activities and the products ofthose activities, but is most often understood to

refer to painting, film, photography, sculpture,and other visual media. Music, theatre, dance,literature and interactive media are included in a

broader definition of art or the arts. Until the 17thcentury, art referred to any skill or mastery andwas not differentiated from crafts or sciences, but

in modern usage the fine arts are distinguished

Art


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Many definitions of art have beenproposed by philosophers and others

who have characterized art in terms ofmimesis, expression, communication ofemotion, or other values. During the

Romantic period, art came to be seenas "a special faculty of the human mindto be classified with religion and

science". The meaning of art and it

relationship with humans and society is

explored in a branch of


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Arts-Like any other country inthe world, the Filipino way of lifeand the things surroundingthem are in one way or another,shaped by art. And with theexistence of art like music andpaintings in the Philippines, the

door to yet another world hasbeen opened to allow visitors toenjoy a truly diversified

experience of the country.

Philippine Arts


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Arts of the Philippines isdiverse. Weaving is popular in thenorthern part of the Philippines.Pottery is also common in pre-Hispanic societies. Ornate carvingsare found in the southern Philippineislands. Similarly, wooden art isalso quite popular and is displayedin various parts of Filipino homes.

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Artistic paintings created by Filipinosbegan in the 17th century during Spanishcolonial times and continued until the present,

with such revered artists as Luna, Amorsolo, andZbel. Other popular artists include Hugo C.Yunzn reflected an earthy style that touches onindigenous Malay culture in pieces such as Early

Risers and Mariang Makiling, Nstor Leyneswith Mag-ina Sa Banig, Fred De Asis with Legendof Sari-Manok , and Tam Austria with Mag-Anak.Filipinos have unique folk dances like where

assistants take two long bamboo sticks rapidlyand in rhythm, clap sticks for dancers toartistically and daringly try to avoid getting theirfeet caught between them.


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Also in the southern part of thehilippines, there is another dance calledingkil using long bamboo poles found in

inikling; however, it is primarily a dancehowing off lavish Muslim royalty. In this dance,here are four bamboo sticks arranged in a tic-

ac-toe pattern in which the dancers exploitvery position of these clashing sticks. Dancersan be found trying to avoid all 4 bambooticks all together in the middle. They can also

ry to dance an entire rotation around theiddle avoiding all sticks. Usually these stick

ances performed in teamwork fashion notolo. The Singkil dance is identifiable with these of umbrellas and silk clothing.


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Tanaga is a type of Filipino poetry.

Kut-kut is an art technique used between the 15thand 18th centuries. The technique was a

combination of European and Oriental style andprocess mastered by indigenous tribes of Samarisland.

Past notable Filipino artists include Juan Luna,Fernando Amorsolo, Felix Hidalgo, and Rey PazContreras. Present-day Filipino artists featuringFilipino culture include Anita Magsaysay-Ho, DanielCoquilla, Ang Kiukok, and Santiago Bose. The Artsor Paintings by Zbel, Amorsolo and many morecould be seen in most of the art museums in thePhilippines. Zobel's paintings can be seen in theAyala museum.


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It wasn't until recently that traditional

Philippine music began picking up inpopularity after being exclusively

restricted to ethnic minorities for quitesome time. With Western influence intheir music, it is definitely not

surprising to find that many Filipinobands all over Southeast Asia is wellknown for their ability to performmusic from the west.

Music


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Nonetheless, more and more localmusicians are embarking on the journey of

rediscovering their cultural heritage. With thereturn of the use of traditional instruments suchas bamboo flutes, wooden drums and gongs,the Filipinos are slowly bringing old melodies

back to life. Apart from that, Philippine folksongs in the original Tagalog have also made acomeback after Freddie Aguilar, the popularsocial critic sang Bayan Ko (My Country). This

song eventually became an anthem of Marcos'rivals during the revolution of 1986.


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Visitors to the Philippines will be awed bythe works of the country's talented individualsin the art of painting. The country's two most

famous painters of the 19th century are JuanLuna and Felix Hidalgo. The masterpiece'Spolarium', which won a gold medal at the1884 Madrid Exposition, is perhaps one of

Luna's best work. The mid-20th century gaveway to other internationally acclaimed artistslike Vicente Dizon, Fernando Amorsolo andVicente Manansala.

Paintings


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Those interested in contemporary art shouldgive the Ateneo Art Gallery a visit. This artgallery showcases the permanent collection ofselective contemporary works bycontemporary Filipino artists and is located atAteneo de Manila University, Loyola Heights,Quezon City.

The Metropolitan Museum of the Philippines atCentral Bank Complex, Roxas Boulevard,Manila is a must see for those with greatinterest in classical and contemporarypaintings and prints from America and Europe.Besides the exhibitions, visitors will also havethe chance to see slide shows and filmsalmost daily at this art gallery.


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Spoliarium


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SCULPTURE

Filipino sculptors came to be known inthe middle of the 19th century. ClassicalPhilippine sculpture reached its peak in theworks of Guillermo Tolentino (1890-1976).His best known masterpiece isthe Bonifacio Monument, which is a

group sculpture composed of numerousfigures massed around a central obelisk.

The principal figure is Andres Bonifacio,leader of the revolution against Spain in

1896. Behind him stands Emilio Jacinto, thebrains of the Katipunan. The BonifacioMonumen t - completed in 1933 -- markedthe apex of Tolentino's career.


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Bonifacio Monument


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The Sarimanok is a legendarybird of the Maranao people whooriginate from Mindanao, a major

island in the Philippines. It comesfrom the words "sari" and"manok." "Sari" means cloth or

garment, which is generally ofassorted colors. Mank, whichmakes up part of its name, is a

Philippine word for chicken.

Sarimanok


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SARIMANOK

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Examples of PhilippineArts

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Past PhilippineArtists

Juan LunaFernando

Amorsolo


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Contreras


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Famous Philippine

Artists (Present)

Anita Magsaysay-

Ho

SantiagoBose


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AngKiukok

DanielCoquilla

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