Visayas State University Main Campus - Baybay City, Leyte

• CAS 16-2-00026

• Lesson 4.3: Historical Development of Philippine Art Lesson Summary This lesson covers the development of the Philippine Art commencing from the indigenous beginning until the cotemporary status. The content also elaborates various art forms in the country that present the unique culture of the Filipino people from all walks of life. This lesson aims to provide the readers a concrete grasp of the tangible things that Filipinos should be proud of. Hence, it will help you appreciate the history, beauty and development of Philippine art. Learning Outcomes 1. Trace the development of arts in terms of aesthetics, appreciate art in the contemporary practice; and, 2. Appreciate the history and development of the Philippine Art. Motivation Question  What are the different traditions of the indigenous community that you know about? Were you able to have an opportunity to connect, use, interact and expose yourself to the different traditional Filipino culture in the form of music, architecture, events, and etc.? Discussion Culture and Arts of the Philippines The traditional Filipino arts greatly impact in improving the lives of the people because of its nature and aesthetics for it does not only speak for itself but also the people/community manifesting it. Filipino art is a multivalued and multifunctional form of art since it provides pleasure and entertainment. This is just one of the many reasons why Asian art in general is socially appealing. The music of the indigenous people possesses not only the aesthetic aspect but also the expressions that stimulate physical discipline, tool for healing, social interaction, rituals, mode of expression and a way of affirming beliefs, values and intellectual exercise and entertainment. It is evident that art provides us a unique idea of who we are as a person and a group of