Integrative Creative Works of Selected Philippine/Southeast Asian Music and Arts

Understanding Evaluation in Creative Works

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What is Evaluation?

Evaluation is the process of assessing the quality, effectiveness, and impact of creative works.

It involves analyzing different elements, such as originality, execution, coherence, and audience impact.

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Why is Evaluation Important?

It helps artists identify strengths and areas for improvement.

It enhances critical thinking skills by encouraging thoughtful analysis.

It promotes constructive feedback rather than negative criticism.

It fosters self-reflection, allowing individuals to refine their creative work.

Giving Constructive Criticism: The Sandwich Method

Start with a positive comment

Begin by highlighting what works well in the creative work. This establishes a positive tone and shows that you appreciate their efforts.

Give constructive feedback

Clearly but kindly explain what aspects need improvement in the creative work. Be specific and focus on the work, not the person.

End with encouragement

Close with specific suggestions for improvement and words of encouragement that inspire them to continue developing their work.

Example: "Your presentation was engaging and well-structured. However, adding more visuals could make it even stronger. Keep up the great work!"

Self-Assessment in Creative Works

What did I do well?

Identifying strengths and successful elements in your work

What challenges did I face?

Recognizing difficulties encountered during the creative process

How can I improve next time?

Planning specific actions for growth and development

Evaluation is not about finding faults—it is about learning, improving, and appreciating creativity!

Reflection Questions on Evaluation

Constructive vs. Negative Criticism

What is the difference between constructive criticism and negative criticism?

Self-Assessment

Why is self-assessment an important part of creative growth?

Using C.O.R.E. Criteria

How can the C.O.R.E. criteria help in evaluating creative works?

Lesson Purpose: Integrative Creative Works

Research and Analyze

Identify and study customs and traditions of the Philippines and Southeast Asia, including festivals, rituals, music, dances, clothing, architecture, and crafts.

Apply Artistic Techniques

Use appropriate materials, processes, and techniques in visual or performing arts (e.g., painting, sculpture, digital media, dance, drama, or music).

Demonstrate Cultural Understanding

Showcase knowledge of cultural heritage by incorporating traditional themes and symbols in their creative work.

Foster Collaboration and Expression

Work individually or in groups to create an integrative piece that conveys meaning, emotion, and respect for tradition.

Present and Evaluate

Share their work with peers and provide thoughtful feedback based on artistic and cultural criteria.

Learning Objectives

Create Integrative Artwork

Create an integrative artwork that highlights the rich cultural traditions of the Philippines and Southeast Asia.

Apply Artistic Techniques

Apply appropriate artistic techniques and principles to effectively communicate cultural meaning.

Appreciate Cultural Diversity

Appreciate and respect diverse customs and traditions through creative expression.

Reflect on Cultural Identity

Reflect on the role of arts in preserving and promoting cultural identity.

General Vocabulary Terms

Integrative Creative Work

A combination of different artistic forms (visual, performing, digital) to express a unified theme or idea.

Cultural Heritage

The traditions, customs, beliefs, and artistic expressions passed down through generations.

Tradition

A practice, belief, or custom that is handed down within a community or society.

Customs

Specific ways of behaving or rituals that are part of a culture or tradition.

Representation

The way ideas, themes, and cultures are visually or artistically expressed.

Visual Arts Vocabulary

Motif

A repeated pattern or symbol in art, often linked to cultural or historical significance.

Symbolism

The use of images or objects to represent deeper meanings or cultural values.

Medium

The material or technique used to create artwork (e.g., paint, fabric, wood, clay, digital media).

Composition

The arrangement of elements in a piece of artwork to create balance and harmony.

Techniques

Methods used in creating visual art, such as painting, sculpting, weaving, or carving.

Performing Arts Vocabulary

Choreography

The planned movement or sequence of steps in a dance performance.

Rhythm

A pattern of beats or movements in music and dance.

Gesture

Expressive body movements used in traditional performances.

Narrative

The storytelling aspect of a performance, often based on folklore or historical events.

Improvisation

The spontaneous creation of music, dance, or drama without a fixed script.

Southeast Asian Cultural Terms

Wayang Kulit

Traditional shadow puppetry from Indonesia that tells cultural and religious stories.

Batik

A fabric dyeing technique using wax-resistant methods, commonly seen in Indonesia and Malaysia.

Angklung

A bamboo musical instrument from Indonesia played by shaking.

More Southeast Asian Cultural Terms

Songkok

A traditional cap worn by men in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei.

Apsara Dance

A classical Cambodian dance that represents mythological celestial beings.

Philippine Cultural Terms

These cultural elements represent the rich artistic heritage of the Philippines, including Kundiman (traditional love songs), Pintados (tattooed warriors), Banig (handwoven mats), Kalinga Weaving (traditional textile technique), and Singkil (traditional Maranao dance).

What is an Integrative Creative Work?

It is an artistic creation that combines different art forms (visual, performing, or multimedia) to express a meaningful cultural theme.

Dance Performance

A dance performance incorporating traditional music and costumes.

Cultural Painting

A painting that integrates Philippine and Southeast Asian folk motifs.

Multimedia Presentation

A multimedia presentation that merges video, storytelling, and music about a historical festival.

Customs and Traditions in Art: Traditional Attire

Barong Tagalog

The national formal wear of the Philippines, made of lightweight fabric with intricate embroidery.

Ao Dai

Traditional Vietnamese garment featuring a long tunic worn over pants, known for its elegant silhouette.

Batik Clothing

Indonesian textile art used in clothing, featuring detailed patterns created with wax-resist dyeing technique.

Customs and Traditions in Art: Festivals and Celebrations

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Sinulog Festival (Philippines)

A cultural and religious festival held in Cebu City, featuring vibrant street dancing and colorful costumes to honor the Santo Niño (Child Jesus).

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Loy Krathong (Thailand)

A festival where people release decorated baskets (krathongs) onto rivers to pay respect to the water goddess and symbolically let go of misfortunes.

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Songkran (Thailand)

The Thai New Year celebration known for its water festival, where people engage in friendly water fights to symbolize purification and washing away bad luck.

Customs and Traditions in Art: Religious and Spiritual Practices

Balinese Hindu Rituals

Elaborate ceremonies featuring offerings (canang sari), traditional dance, and gamelan music to maintain harmony between the physical and spiritual worlds.

Ifugao Rice Harvest Rituals

Sacred ceremonies performed by the Ifugao people of the Philippines to ensure bountiful harvests in their ancient rice terraces.

Customs and Traditions in Art: Performing Arts

Singkil Dance (Philippines)

A traditional Filipino dance that tells the story of a Maranao princess navigating through moving bamboo poles, based on an episode from the Darangen epic.

Wayang Kulit (Indonesia)

Traditional shadow puppetry that uses intricately carved leather puppets to tell stories from Hindu epics and local legends.

Techniques Used in Cultural Artworks: Weaving

T'nalak Weaving (T'boli people)

A sacred textile art from the T'boli people of the Philippines, where patterns are said to come to the weavers in dreams and are created using abaca fibers.

Filipino Inabel Fabrics

Traditional handwoven textiles from the Ilocos region of the Philippines, known for their intricate geometric patterns and durability.

Techniques Used in Cultural Artworks: Wood Carving

Ifugao Bulul Figures

Sacred wooden sculptures from the Ifugao people of the Philippines, believed to guard rice granaries and ensure bountiful harvests.

Balinese Carvings

Elaborate wood carvings from Bali, Indonesia, featuring intricate details of mythological scenes, deities, and natural elements.

Techniques Used in Cultural Artworks: Hand-painted Textiles

Malaysian Batik

A wax-resist dyeing technique used to create colorful patterns on fabric, often featuring floral and geometric designs.

Filipino Hand-painted Textiles

Contemporary and traditional fabric painting techniques that incorporate Filipino cultural symbols and motifs.

Techniques Used in Cultural Artworks: Traditional Dance Choreography

Cambodia's Apsara Dance

A classical dance form dating back to the Angkorian era, characterized by graceful hand gestures and intricate costumes representing celestial dancers.

Philippines' Tinikling

A traditional Filipino dance that mimics the movement of the tikling bird as dancers step between moving bamboo poles, requiring precise timing and coordination.

Application: Creating an Integrative Creative Work

Research and Conceptualization

Choose a specific tradition, festival, or custom from the Philippines or Southeast Asia.

Gather information about its historical and cultural significance.

Planning the Artwork

Decide on the form: Will it be a painting, dance, multimedia presentation, or a combination of these?

Sketch ideas, draft storyboards, or plan movements if it's a performance.

Production and Execution

Use appropriate artistic materials and techniques.

Ensure cultural elements are authentically represented.

Presentation and Reflection

Showcase the work through a performance, exhibit, or digital submission.

Explain how the work represents cultural meaning and traditions.

Receive feedback and reflect on how the project deepened cultural appreciation.

Learners' Takeaways Activity

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Group Collage Creation

In groups of five, create a collage of meta cards which will showcase the reflections of all members from your group.

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Metacard Content

Include a word or phrase of your most significant learning from the lesson in class.

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Presentation

Each collage will then be presented in front of the class.

Reflection on Learning

I learned that...

Complete this statement in your notebook, reflecting on new knowledge gained.

I realized that...

Complete this statement in your notebook, reflecting on new insights or perspectives.

I was challenged with...

Complete this statement in your notebook, reflecting on difficulties encountered and how you overcame them.

Homework: Analyzing Biag ni Lam-ang Using Feldman's Model

Use the Feldman's Model to analyze this image of Biag ni Lam-ang.

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/58/Lam-Ang_Philippine_folklore_hero.JPG/800px-LamAng_Philippine_folklore_hero.JPG

Possible Analysis Structure:

Description: The image depicts a muscular figure with a staff, a small animal, and a large bird in a desert-like setting with pyramidal structures in the background.

Analysis: The use of vibrant colors and dynamic composition suggests a scene of adventure or a journey. The figure's pose indicates they are looking towards the distance, perhaps signaling a quest or discovery.

Interpretation: This could represent a mythical story or epic, where the central figure is a hero accompanied by animal companions, embarking on a significant journey or challenge.

Judgment: The artwork may be evaluated as a successful representation of a narrative, with effective use of visual elements to convey a sense of action and anticipation.