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• What is the technique of modeling in sculpture art?

  Modeling involves shaping a soft material like clay or wax.
• How does the carving technique differ from modeling?

  Carving is a subtractive method where material is cut away to reveal the form.
• What is the first step in the casting technique of sculpture?

  A model of the sculpture is made first, usually in clay or wax.
• What happens after the model is created in the casting technique?

  A mold is created from the model, which is then filled with a liquid material.
• What is the technique of assembling in sculpture art?

  Assembling involves putting together different materials or pre-formed parts.
• What are the characteristics of wood as a sculpting material?

  Wood is easier to carve when fresh but hardens as it dries.
• What are the vulnerabilities of finished wood sculptures?

  They are prone to damage from insects, water, fire, and fungus.
• What is the significance of marble from Romblon in sculpture?


  Marble is valued for its smooth texture and quality, allowing for precise forms.
• How is metal used in sculpture, particularly with the lost-wax technique?


  Metal sculpture often employs the lost-wax technique to replicate original sculptures.
• What happens to clay after it is shaped?

  Clay is fired in a kiln to harden and strengthen it.
• What advantages do modern materials like resin and fiberglass offer to sculptors?

  They are lightweight and flexible, enabling exploration of larger designs.
• What characterized early Filipino sculptures in the pre-colonial period?

  They were linked to animistic beliefs and rituals.
• What were anito or bulul in early Filipino sculpture?

  They were small carvings representing ancestors or deities.
• How did the Spanish Colonial Era influence Filipino sculpture?

  It introduced Christian themes and religious images like santos and retablos.
• Who was Guillermo Tolentino and what is he known for?

  Guillermo Tolentino was a Filipino sculptor known for the Oblation sculpture.
• What significant change occurred in Filipino sculpture during the American Period?

  Filipino sculpture began to incorporate more Western styles and techniques.
• What themes emerged in Filipino sculpture after World War II?

  Artists reflected on nationalistic themes and the country's history and identity.
• Who is Napoleon Abueva and what is his contribution to Philippine sculpture?

  Napoleon Abueva is known as the "Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture" and created The Transfiguration.
• What is the significance of the sculpture The Oblation by Guillermo Tolentino?

  The Oblation symbolizes selfless sacrifice and is a prominent work in Philippine art.
• What is Abdulmari Imao known for in the context of Philippine art?


  Abdulmari Imao is known as a National Artist for Visual Arts and created the sculpture Sarimanok.
• What does the Sarimanok sculpture represent in Filipino culture?

  The Sarimanok is a legendary bird in Philippine mythology, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity.