M1

• What is the focus of Module 1 in the Arts curriculum?


  Southeast Asian Art
• What are the main countries discussed in the fabric design lesson of Southeast Asia?

  • Thailand
  • Cambodia
  • Laos
  • Vietnam
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia
  • Brunei
  • Singapore
• What is the significance of fabric designs in Southeast Asia?


  They reflect traditions, beliefs, and identities of Southeast Asian nations.
• What is Thai silk produced from?

  Cocoons of Thai silkworms.
• Where is the center of the silk industry in Thailand?

  Khorat.
• What do Thai weavers feed the caterpillars to produce silk?

  Mulberry leaves.
• Why is Thai silk making considered one of the finest arts in the world?

  It involves a unique manufacturing process and features unique patterns and colors.
• When did silk weaving in Cambodia date back to?

  The first century.
• What are the two main types of Cambodian weaving?

  Ikat technique and uneven twill.
• What is the ikat technique in Cambodian weaving?

  Weavers tie and dye portions of weft yarn before weaving begins.
• What common motifs are found in Cambodian ikat patterns?

  Lattice, stars, and spots.
• How does uneven twill weaving produce fabric?

  It weaves three threads so that one color dominates on one side and the others on the reverse side.
• What natural dyes are traditionally used in Cambodian textiles?

  Insect nests, indigo, prohut bark, and ebony bark.
• What are some modern uses of Cambodian silk?

  Used in sampot, furnishings, and pictorial tapestries.
• What role do cotton textiles play in Cambodian culture?

  They are traditionally woven and used for garments and household purposes.
• What is the traditional check scarf worn by Cambodians called?

  Krama.
• How are Lao stories traditionally passed down?

  They are woven into textiles.
• What is a sihn in Lao culture?

  A traditional ankle-long skirt worn by Lao women.
• What do the patterns on a sihn represent?

  They express personal views and stories of the weaver.
• Where did many Vietnamese fabrics originate from?

  Ha Dong.
• What are some popular Vietnamese fabric types?

  Shantung taffeta, Bengaline weave, and ebony satin.
• What is unique about ebony satin fabric from Vietnam?

  It is hand-woven and naturally dyed using ebony fruit pods.
• What is the term "batik" believed to be related to?

  The Malay word "titik," meaning point, dot, or drop.
• What is the resist technique used in batik?

  Covering areas of cloth with a dye-resistant substance to prevent them from absorbing colors.
• What are the two categories of batik design?

  Geometric motifs and free form designs.
• How have modern batik designs changed from traditional ones?

  They include more colors and naturalistic motifs due to the use of chemical dyes.
• Which Malaysian states are considered the cradle of batik?

  Kelantan and Terengganu.
• What are the two main types of batik produced in Malaysia?

  Handpainted and blockprinted.
• How is handpainted batik created?

  The artist uses a canting, a small copper container with pipes.
• What is the process of blockprinted batik?

  Welding strips of metal to form a block, which is dipped in molten wax and pressed against the fabric.
• Why do Malaysian batiks often avoid human and animal images?

  To adhere to local Islamic doctrine against idolatry.
• How does Malaysian batik differ from Indonesian Javanese batik?

  Malaysian batik patterns are larger and simpler, with more brush painting for vibrant colors.
• When was batik first recorded in Singapore?

  The 12th century.
• How is batik used in modern Singapore?

  As uniforms for flight attendants of official airlines.
• What is unique about Brunei's traditional batik compared to others?

  It features designs of national flowers and traditional motifs unique to Brunei.
• What techniques are used in Brunei's batik production?

  Airbrushing, cracking, bubble, rainbow, sprinkle, geometry, and marble.
• What are the four different ways batik can be done in Brunei?

  Hand-drawn, using metal blocks, screen printing, and digital printing.
• What are the key learning objectives in the arts module?

  • Reflect on and derive mood or message from artifacts.
  • Appreciate artifacts in terms of their utilization and distinct use of art elements.
  • Create crafts using local materials and traditional techniques.
• What is the focus of Module 1 in the Arts curriculum?


  Southeast Asian Art
• What is the name of the festival celebrated in Thailand that involves releasing lanterns?

  Sky Lantern Festival.