2. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, you are expected to:
1. Understand the principles of art and how
they are applied in Luzon's arts and crafts.
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5. Luzon is the largest island in the
Philippines, known for its rich cultural
heritage.
It is divided into two regions: the
Highlands and Lowlands.
Arts and crafts in Luzon are influenced
by its diverse ethnic groups.
7. Highlands
The Highlands of Luzon are home to
various indigenous tribes.
Art and craft traditions are deeply
ingrained in their culture.
Examples include the Igorot, Ifugao,
Kalinga, and Bontoc tribes.
8. Igorot Tribe
Known for intricate weaving,
particularly backstrap loom weaving.
Create colorful textiles, clothing, and
accessories using natural fibers.
Woven products include blankets,
baskets, and attire.
9. Ifugao Tribe
The name Ifugaos is derived from the term Ipugo
which means “from the hill”. According to Ifugao
mythology, however, the name “Ifugao” is derived
from Ipugo which refers to the rice grain given to
them by their god
Master stone carvers, famous for their rice
terraces.
Sculptures carved out of wood and stone are a
significant art form.
These sculptures often depict ancestral figures,
animals, and deities.
10. Kalinga Tribe
Skilled metalworkers, particularly in
silver craft.
Create intricate jewelry, including
necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.
Designs are influenced by nature and
tribal motifs.
11. Bontoc Tribe
Known for their traditional tattoo
art.
Tattoos are intricate and symbolize
social status, bravery, and identity.
Designs are inspired by nature and
cultural beliefs.
12. IVATAN
The Ivatans are a
Filipino ethnolinguistic
group predominant in
the islands of Batanes of
the Philippines. The
origins of the Ivatans
remained untraced
among scholars.
13. Elements and Principles of art that are
dominant in the art of some Luzon Cultural
communities
Lines : Vertical and Horizontal Lines
Colors: Brown Yellow Ochre Monochrome of Cool Colors
Rice terraces Ifugao hut
18. Lowlands
The Lowlands of Luzon are more
heavily influenced by Spanish
colonization.
Arts and crafts in this region
reflect a fusion of local and
foreign traditions.
19. Wood Carving
Lowlanders are skilled wood
carvers.
Wood carving is seen in churches,
furniture, and sculptures.
Religious themes and intricate
details are common.
20. Pateros
Known for their expertise in making balut
baskets.
Balut, a popular Filipino delicacy, is
wrapped in intricately woven bamboo
baskets.
The crafting of these baskets is passed
down through generations.
21. Bulacan
Famous for its delicately handcrafted
jewelry made of gold and silver.
Jewelry pieces include necklaces, rings,
earrings, and anklets.
Designs often incorporate precious
stones and intricate engravings.
22. BatangaS
Home to the traditional art of embroidery.
Embroiderers create intricate patterns on
fabrics like the Barong Tagalog, a
traditional Filipino shirt.
Designs feature flowers, leaves, and
various geometric patterns.
23. Arts and crafts in Luzon's Highlands and
Lowlands showcase the rich cultural
heritage of the region.
These traditions are passed down through
generations, preserving local aesthetics
and techniques.
The diverse influences in art and
craftsmanship reflect the unique history
and cultural diversity of Luzon.
26. Creation of Arts and Crafts
of Luzon (Highlands and
Lowlands)
Attire, Fabrics, and
Tapestries
27. Highlands and lowlands of Luzon are rich in fabric or
textiles, attires and tapestries. Fabric or textile is a
cloth produced by weaving, knitting, tufting, knotting
or bonding together using natural or synthetic threads,
yarns, and other materials. Attire refers to the clothes
or outfits worn by the group of people in a specific area
or community. Tapestry corresponds to any piece of
decorative fabric to where the designs were originally
applied through weaving as the fabric is being made. It
is used to cover furniture or floors, hang on walls and
clothing decorations. There are proper and unique
techniques in weaving of raw materials used in
highlands and lowlands of Luzon.
28. ILOCOS REGION
Textile/ Fabric
Inabel fabric is made of cotton and well known for its softness,
beautiful designs, and strength. Ilocanos use the wooden or pedal loom
or what they call pangablan, applied through several weaving
techniques and features different designs or patterns. One of their
techniques is the double-toned basket weave or dizzying binakul weave
that represents the sea waves. They believe that it protects the one
wearing it from evil spirits. Another technique is the suk-suk or
discontinuous supplementary weft technique. Among the complicated
ones is the brocade weave or pinilian which uses sticks inserted on
selected warp threads to create designs that float on the threads.
There are two kinds of pinilian: scattered and continuous
supplementary weft techniques. The weavers of Pinili, Ilocos Norte are
said to be adept in the simultaneous warp and weft-float type of
pinilian called the impalagto, a technique unique in the town.
31. The traditional Ilocano dress made from inabel came
in a two-piece ensemble – blouse and skirt. The
blouse called kimona is either plain white or pastel,
usually with a cowl neckline. The full-length skirt
called pandiling is cone-shaped with a drawstring
around the waist. The designs of the weave are
inspired by things in nature such as diamonds, milky
way, shells and stripes or checkered. The dress is
worn over a full slip called kamison. The tsinelas
meanwhile, is a pair everyday footwear made of
leather, while the formal footwear called kutso are
made of beaded felt and leather which are worn on
Sundays and fiestas.
32. Tapestries
A hand-woven wrap-around cloth called tapis is a
rectangular- shaped, vibrantly colored cotton fabric
traditionally worn by Ilocanos. It serves as clothing
decoration that compliments to the pandiling.
Another tapestry from Ilocos Region is their
blankets. The wasig blankets with striped design
are hundred percent originally handwoven by the
artistic weavers of Bangar, La Union.They use abel
weaving practices on a 2-pedal traditional wooden
loom. Each blanket is literally a work of art which
continuously preserves the beauty and usefulness
of itself for years.
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34. Directions: In this activity, you will be able to illustrate your own design. It
will enhance your creative imagination in designing weaving pattern from
simple to complex ones.
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