Environmental reviews and case studies: Art, environment, and sustainability: Case studies on the Philippine art practice

College

College of Science

Department/Unit

Biology

Document Type

Article

Source Title

Environmental Practice

Volume

18

Issue

4

First Page

260

Last Page

266

Publication Date

12-1-2016

Abstract

Art is a powerful tool for conveying ideas. It transcends various modes of communication, allowing it to trigger mental, emotional, and physical responses from its target audience. Its effectiveness as a tool for environmental advocacy, however, is limited by the sustainability of the practice and the materials used. Contemporary art practices in the Philippines have found ways to support the campaign for environmental sustainability by using repurposed materials that result in a decreased carbon footprint in the art production process, while conveying environmental themes. This evaluative article presents two case studies tackling the new-found indigenous art practice of the Talaandig tribe in the province of Bukidnon, Philippines, and the contemporary art practice of select assemblage artists from Metro Manila using found objects. This article illustrates how Filipino artists in both the indigenous and contemporary art scenes are supporting the global campaign of environmental conservation in message and action. © 2016 National Association of Environmental Professionals.

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Digitial Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1017/S1466046616000429

Disciplines

Art and Design | Art Practice

Keywords

Recycling (Waste, etc.) in art--Philippines

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