Philippine Popular Art Flashcards
The art that is followed or accepted by the Filipino masses
Philippine popular art
Considered to be one of the most read forms of literature in the country. It have brought to life memorable characters of heroism and goodness like Darna, Captain Barbell, and Dyesebel by Mars Ravelo and Ang Panday of Carlo J. Caparas
Komiks
A local company that published some romance novels in paperback editions
Precious Hearts
An internet publishing site that has recently been a platform for aspiring Filipino writers to publish and for readers to read new materials
Wattpad
A strong force in Philippine arts wherein the musical talent and prowess of Filipinos shine bright in the country’s local music scene
Original Pinoy Music (OPM)
An important social activity in the Filipino community
Dance
It began in 1977 in the Philippines when National Artist for Film and Baguio-based movie maker Eric De Guia, better known as Kidlat Tahimik directed and starred in the film, Mababangong Bangungot (Perfumed Nightmare). It is characterized by their unconventional narratives, experimentation on style and technique, and their artful treatment of material
Independent “indie” films
His indie films have harvested worldwide recognition and won in different film festival abroad. Among his films which gained recognition abroad are: Masahista, Tirador, Serbis, Kinatay, and Thy Womb. He has been described by critics as “a neorealist, and his films depict the lives of ordinary people in extra-ordinary situations, set against the universal struggle of life, love and death.”
Brillante Mendoza
The seven Emerging Artists in the Philippines
- Ronald Ventura
- Kiko Escora
- Annie Cabigting
- Angeli Bayani
- Joshua Lim So
- Ed Lacson
- Sophia Lee
His works have been exhibited worldwide in Switzerland, New York, and Hong Kong. He holds the record for the highest bid at Sotheby’s Contemporary Southeast Asian painting auction. He is well known for his application of multiple layers of mixed media techniques. Some of his works are: The Grayhound, Ikinakambal, High Five 1
Ronald Ventura
His works is described as “an emotion expressed in a canvas and interpreted by the individual’s recognition of intelligence mixed with beauty.” His mix of oil and acrylic are works of narratives in paint. His works have been featured in several galleries and websites such as The Drawing Room, Artnet, Altromondo, and Christie’s. Some of his works are: An Error Occured, Untitled, charcoal on canvas, Plush
Kiko Escora
An eclectic artist with varied works of paintings and installations. Her works are historical perspectives on the constitution of art. Her works have been included in the Prague Biennale in the Czech Republic. Some of her works are: An Audience with Vermeer, Illustrator
Annie Cabigting
A theater and film actress who gained acclaim for her performance in Lav Diaz’s Norte: The End of History. She starred in the Singapore-produced independent film Ilo Ilo, which got her the nomination for Best Actress in the 56th Asia Pacific Film Festival. She was praised by the Academy Award-winning director Ang Lee as a “national treasure.”
Angeli Bayani
A Palanca winning fictionist and playwright. He is one of the founders of the Destiyero Theater Commune. His full-length play “Tungkol Kay Angela” won first prize in the Palanca Awards and was shortlisted in the 23rd BBC International Playwriting Competition.
Joshua Lim So
A theater group that aims to produce works that engage in critical and aesthetic discourses
Destiyero Theater Commune
