CONTEMPORARY ARTS IN THE PHILIPPINES Flashcards
LESSON 2 (102 cards)
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Refers to the artistic expressions, practices, and trends that have
emerged and developed in recent times. They encompass a wide
range of art forms, including visual media, arts, and performing
arts, and new interdisciplinary practices.
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CONTEMPORARY ARTS IN THE PHILIPPINES
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Encompass a wide range of artistic expressions and practices that
have emerged in recent times.
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CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS
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Creates immersive, three-dimensional environments using various
materials, objects, and techniques to evoke emotions, provoke
thoughts, and engage the audience physically and intellectually.
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INSTALLATION ART
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A live art form where artists use their bodies to convey ideas,
emotions, and narratives through movement, gestures, spoken
word, interactive elements, and durational performances.
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PERFORMANCE ART
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Utilizes digital technologies like computer graphics, painting,
photography, and interactive installations to create visually
stunning and conceptually rich works.
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DIGITAL ART
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An interdisciplinary approach that uses technology like VR, AR,
video, internet, and interactive installations to explore new artistic
modes and challenge traditional boundaries.
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NEW MEDIA ART
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Originating from urban spaces, employ techniques like stenciling,
mural painting, and spray paint to create visually striking, often
politically or socially charged artworks, challenging traditional art
notions and engaging a wider audience.
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STREET ART & GRAFFITI
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Focuses on the idea behind an artwork, using various mediums
and approaches to explore intellectual, philosophical, and social
concepts, manifesting as installations, performances, texts, or
even ideas and instructions.
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CONCEPTUAL ART
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A creative process where artists combine various materials,
techniques, and mediums to create visually and conceptually rich,
visually layered, and found objects-like works.
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MIXED MEDIA ART
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A form of art that uses natural materials found in landscapes to
create site-specific works, often highlighting environmental issues,
exploring our connection to nature, and challenging the
permanence of art.
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ENVIRONMENTAL AND LAND ART
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- refers to the process of applying color on a flat surface.
- Considered two-dimensional, meaning it only has height and
width.
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PAINTING
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- can be created using a wide variety of materials such as water,
color, acrylic, ink, oil, pastel, and charcoal’
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FORMS
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7 MAJOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS IN THE PHILIPPINES
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★ Visual arts.
★ Literature.
★ Music.
★ Stage.
★ Dance.
★ Architecture.
★ Film.
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MAJOR PAINTING STYLES (FORMS OF PAINTING)
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- EASEL PAINTING
- MURALS
- TELON PAINTING
- JEEPNEY AND CALESA PAINTING
- COLLAGE
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THEMES OF PAINTING
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- GENRE PAINTINGS
- HISTORICAL PAINTING
- INTERIORS
- LANDSCAPES
- PORTRAITS
- NUDES
- RELIGIOUS PAINTING
- STILL LIFE
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- It portrays people in daily activities. Subjects include planting and
harvesting rice, a young woman singing in front of guests,
barong-barong, vendors, and fiestas. - During the contemporary period, _____ painting took several
directions. - One of these new approaches is a folk _____ which mainly
focuses on the everyday activities of the folk.
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GENRE PAINTINGS
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- It depicts a scene from the past. It often has a lesson concerning
values.
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HISTORICAL PAINTING
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- refers to the painting of the space inside of part of a house or a
building. - This usually reveals the social class of the family living in that
house, as well as the traits of the people living in it.
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INTERIORS
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- These paintings portray natural scenery or urban scenes. Mixed
media is now used in creating landscape paintings. Closely related
to landscapes are seascapes, which focus on large bodies of
water, particularly the ocean or the sea.
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LANDSCAPES
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- a painting portraying one or more specific individuals. This usually
portrays the physical characteristics of the subject and seeks to
show an understanding of that person’s character
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PORTRAITS
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These are paintings that portray the unclothed human figure.
Nowadays, a wide variety of materials and styles can be used in
painting nudes. Nude painting sessions are conducted in galleries.
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NUDES
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Common subjects of _________ painting include a lone religious
image, lives of the saints, and scenes based on the scriptures like
the Nativity scene, and the Stations of the Cross.
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RELIGIOUS PAINTING
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refers to a painting that depicts natural or man-made objects that
form a composition in a natural setting.
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STILL LIFE
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In contrast to painting, the _________ has three dimensions:
height, width, and depth. It is created by either carving modeling
or assembling parts.
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SCULPTURE
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GENERAL KINDS OF SCULPTURE
1. FREE-STANDING
2. RELIEF
3. ASSEMBLAGE
4. KINETIC SCULPTURE
5. WELDED SCULPTURE
6. USE OF GLASS
7. SYMBOLIC SCULPTURE
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a sculpture that can independently stand in space. It has a flat
horizontal base. All its sides contribute to the overall form of the
sculpture.
FREE-STANDING
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This kind of sculpture does not have a flat horizontal base. The
form is projected from a flat surface.
RELIEF
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This sculpture is formed by putting together materials such as
found objects, pieces of paper, sponges, wood scraps, and other
materials.
ASSEMBLAGE
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a form of art that involves the entire or some parts of the
sculpture moving with the wind or vibrating with the surrounding
air, making it the simplest form.
KINETIC SCULPTURE
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Creating these sculptures involves the process of connecting
sheets of metal by using acetylene or an electric torch.
WELDED SCULPTURE
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A kind of sculpture where the medium of expression used by the
artist is glass.
USE OF GLASS
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a kind of sculpture in which an abstract idea is represented using
allegory and personification.
SYMBOLIC SCULPTURE
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OTHER FORMS OF VISUAL ART
1. ADVERTISING ART
2. BAMBOO ART
3. BASKETRY
4. BOOK DESIGN
5. COSTUME
6. EMBROIDERY
7. FOOD ART
8. FURNITURE
9. EDITORIAL CARTOON
10. LEAF ART
11. MAT WEAVING
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the use of paid media space or time to inform and influence the
public, encouraging them to patronize certain goods and services,
support policies, or support individuals.
ADVERTISING ART
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The traditional art of making architecture, furniture, and
showpieces out of strips of bamboo.
BAMBOO ART
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The art of making baskets through weaving or braiding various
pieces of material.
BASKETRY
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Refers to the cover art and the book’s layout
BOOK DESIGN
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A set of clothes in a style typical of a particular country or
historical period.
COSTUME
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It involves the use of needle and thread to create designs and
patterns on a fabric.
EMBROIDERY
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An artistic style that uses edible objects as a medium to create
visually appealing displays or offer social critique.
FOOD ART
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Large movable equipment, such as tables and chairs, is used to
make a house suitable for living.
FURNITURE
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An illustration containing a commentary that usually relates to
current events or personalities.
EDITORIAL CARTOON
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The use of leaves as a medium for creating artistic designs or
images.
LEAF ART
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A traditional handwoven mat of the Philippines predominantly
used as a sleeping mat or a floor mat
MAT WEAVING
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- A government-owned and controlled corporation in the PH.
- Considered the premiere institution for arts and culture in the PH.
- Established in 1966 through R.A 3846 and officially inaugurated.
- Aim to promote and preserve Filipino arts and culture by offering
a platform for artistic performances, exhibitions, and activities
across various art forms like music, dance, theater, visual arts,
film, and literature.
CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES (CCP)
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- The CCP complex, located in _____ City, Metro Manila, spans 62
hectares and features the Tanghalang Pambansa, a multi-purpose
theater capable of accommodating large-scale productions, along
with other facilities like the Little Theater, Main Theater, Studio
Theater, and Cultural Center of the Philippines Museum.
Pasay City
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It has significantly contributed to the growth of Filipino arts and
culture, fostering creativity, artistic expression, and cultural
appreciation in the country. It has also played a crucial role in
showcasing Filipino talent on the international stage.
CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES (CCP)
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The government agency in the PH responsible for the promotion,
preservation, and development of Filipino arts and culture. It was
created through R.A. No. 7356, also known as the “Law Creating
the ________ __________ ___ _______ ___ ___ ____ (NCCA)”, which was
signed into law on April 13, 1992.
NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS (NCCA)
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The NCCA’s ________ ______ _________ _____ honors individuals
or groups who have significantly contributed to Philippine
traditional arts and crafts, particularly master artists who have
dedicated their lives to preserving and transmitting these
knowledge and skills.
National Living Treasures Award
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ORDER OF NATIONAL ARTIST
- The highest recognition bestowed upon individuals in the PH who
made significant contributions to the development and promotion
of PH arts and culture.
- An honor conferred by the President of the Philippines upon
recommendation of the NCCA and CCP.
- established in 197_ by Presidential Proclamation No. 1001, was
amended in 2003 by Presidential Proclamation No. 11_4 to
recognize individuals who have excelled in their respective artistic
fields and significantly influenced Philippine culture, with
subsequent amendments.
NCCA and CCP
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The individual must have achieved the
highest level of artistry and creativity in their respective field.
Artistic excellence
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The individual must have a
substantial body of work or contributions that have significantly
enriched and shaped PH’s arts and culture.
Exemplary artistic achievement
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The individual must have made a lasting impact on the
artistic and cultural landscape of the Philippines through their
work.
Significant contribution to the development of PH arts and
culture
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WHAT DOES THE AWARD ENTAIL?
➢ Prestigious Recognition
➢ Lifetime Honor
➢ Medallion and Citation
➢ Monthly Stipend
➢ Medical and Hospitalization Benefits
➢ Priority in Grants and Assistance
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It is a prestigious recognition for
exceptional contributions to Philippine arts and culture, indicating
excellence, mastery, and impact in their respective fields.
Prestigious Recognition
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The title of National Artist is a lifetime honor. It
acknowledges the recipient’s significant achievements and lasting
contributions throughout their artistic career.
Lifetime Honor
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National Artists receive a medallion and
a citation during the conferment ceremony. The medallion
represents the official insignia of the award and serves as a
physical symbol of the honor.
Medallion and Citation
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National Artists receive a lifetime monthly
stipend to support their artistic endeavors and provide financial
assistance, as a token of appreciation and to help them continue
their artistic pursuits.
Monthly Stipend
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National Artists are
entitled to medical and hospitalization benefits, covering their
healthcare expenses and ensuring their well-being and access to
necessary medical services.
Medical and Hospitalization Benefits
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National Artists receive
priority in grant allocation for artistic projects, promoting their
realization and continued craft development.
Priority in Grants and Assistance
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PROCESS OF NOMINATION AND CONFERMENT OF THE ORDER
1. Nomination
2. Screening and Evaluation
3. Deliberation and Selection
4. Recommendation
5. Presidential Approval
6. Conferment Ceremony
7. Privileges and Benefits
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It begins with the submission of nominations for
potential National Artists. It can be made by individuals,
organizations, or institutions recognized in the field of arts and
culture.
Nomination
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NCCA and CCP review the
nominations and establish a selection committee for each field of
artistic endeavor. The committees are composed of experts and
practitioners in the specific field being considered.
Screening and Evaluation
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The selection committees evaluate
nominations based on artistic excellence, exemplary achievement,
and significant contribution to Philippine arts and culture,
assessing their work, impact, and reputation within their
respective fields.
Deliberation and Selection
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The selection committees present their
recommendations to the NCCA and CCP boards, who review and
endorse shortlisted nominees for the Order of National Artists to
the Philippine President.
Recommendation
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The President of the Philippines, upon the
recommendation of the NCCA and CCP, approves the conferment
of the Order of National Artists. The conferment is usually done
through a formal proclamation.
Presidential Approval
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The National Artist title is awarded to
approved individuals in a formal ceremony, recognizing their
exceptional contributions to Philippine arts and culture with a
medallion and citation.
Conferment Ceremony
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National Artists receive a lifetime
monthly stipend, medical and hospitalization benefits, and priority
in grants and assistance for artistic projects upon awarding.
Privileges and Benefits
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★ Dalagang Bukid
★ Planting Rice
FERNANDO AMORSOLO (1972, MANILA)
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★ First mass at Limasawa
★ Bayanihan
CARLOS “BOTONG” FRANCISCO (BULACAN)
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★ UP Oblation
★ Bonifacio Monument
★ Also known for designing the seal of the republic of the PH and
the gold and bronze medal for Ramon Magsaysay award.
GUILLERMO E. TOLENTINO (BULACAN)
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★ The Transfiguration
★ Hardin ng mga Diwata
★ Also known for creating “buoyant sculpture” which is a type of
sculpture to e viewed from the surface of a pool.
NAPOLEON ABUEVA (SCULPTURE, BOHOL)
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★ The Builders
★ Recognized as the father of modern painting. Known for using
dark somber colors in his painting.
★ He also introduced a degree program offering subjects in foreign
languages and art history, which would later lead to a bachelor’s
degree in fine arts.
VICTORIO C. EDADES (PAINTING, PANGASINAN)
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★ Nipa Huts
★ Tiange (Market Scene)
★ Known for his painting depicting realistic themes using abstract or
cubist style.
★ “The beauty of art is in the process, in the moment of doing a
particular painting, closely, associating it with the act of making
love.”
VICENTE MANANSALA (PAINTING, PAMPANGA)
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★ Genesis
★ Ina ng Balon
★ Largely known for his abstract painting
★ His masterpiece “Genesis” was used as the basis of the design of
the curtain of the CCP main theater.
HERNANDO R. OCAMPO (PAINTING, MANILA)
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★ Kargador
★ Mother and Child
★ Known for utilizing and refining cubism, a style involving breaking
parts into geometric shapes.
CESAR LEGASPI (PAINTING, MANILA)
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★ Black and White
★ Bagong taon
ARTURO LUZ (PAINTING, MANILA)
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★ Pieta
★ Seated figure
★ Known for paintings expressing nationalism and sociological
agenda during the 60’s through vivid cubistic figures.
ANG KIUKOK (PAINTING, DAVAO DEL SUR)
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★ Was noted as the best-selling painter of his generation of Filipino
artists.
★ Sabel: A symbol of dislocation, despair, and isolation—the
personification of human dignity threatened by life’s
circumstances.
BENEDICTO CABRERA (PAINTING, MANILA)
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★ Sarimanok
★ Known for popularizing the OKIR. (masinsing disenyo ng
pakurbang elemento na maaring tumutukoy sa alon, halaman o
baging sa Maranaw na ang ibig sabihin ay “umikit”)
ABDULMARI ASIA IMAO (SCULPTURE)
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- Considered a pioneer in modern Philippines Architecture
- His design emphasizes the use of natural light and cross
ventilation, aiming for true architecture that is progressive, simple,
dignified, and true to purpose without resorting to aesthetics. He
believes that buildings should eternally recreate truth and be
designed with austerity and stability in mind.
PABLO S. ANTONIO (ARCHITECTURE, MANILA)
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★ Unveiled
★ Mainly known for his oil and acrylic painting, and sketching in ink,
pencil, and watercolor.
FEDERICO AGUILAR ALCUAZ (PAINTING/SCULPTURE/MIXED
MEDIA, MANILA)
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★ Tagged as the “Dean of Filipino Illustrators.
★ Ang Barbaro
★ Pedro Penduko
FRANCISCO COCHING (VISUAL ARTS, MANILA)
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- Most well known for the designs of the palace of the Sultan of
Brunei, Istana Nurul Iman, and the five building of the CCP
complex.
- His designs usually feature themes of floating volume and a mix
of both Eastern and Western aesthetics.
LEANDRO LOCSIN (ARCHITECTURE, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL)
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- Tagaytay Highland Resort
- Pioneered landscaped architecture in the Philippines.
ILDEFONSO SANTOS (ARCHITECTURE, MANILA)
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a renowned Filipino writer in English, was known as Guerre
Quijano de Manila. His notable works include "The Woman," "A
Portrait of the Artist as Filipino," "My Manila: A History for the
Young," "Rizal in Saga," "Almanca for Manilenos," and "Cave and
Shadows."
NICK JOAQUIN
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- The first National Artist for Historical Literature, wrote numerous
articles and books on PH history and culture, including Maps and
Views of Old Manila”, “Live of the Philippines’ Presidents”, and
“Filipino Heritage”.
- Also known for writing "the great Malayan," an early biography of
Jose Rizal.
CARLOS QUIRINO
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- a diplomat and journalist, is the first Asian President of the United
Nations General Assembly and the only Asian to win the Pulitzer
Prize in journalism for his World War II articles. He has written 18
books.
CARLOS P. ROMULO
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a renowned contemporary poet, introduced the reversed
consonance rhyme scheme and punctuation, particularly commas,
under the pen name Doveglion, shortened for dove, eagle, or lion.
JOSE GARCIA VILLA
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- dubbed "The Boy Wonder of Philippine Movies" since 1939
- His film "Kalderong Pilak" was the first Filipino film showcased at
the Cannes International Film Festival.
- He received awards such as the Grand Prix at the Asian Film
Festival in Hong Kong for "Anak Dalita" (1956) and the Best
Director of Asia award in Tokyo for "Badjao”.
LAMBERTO V. AVELLANA
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- known for films exploring marginalized lives.
- His notable films are: "Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang" (1974),
"Bona" (1980), and "Maynila: Sa Kuko ng Liwanag" (1975).
- directed for theater organizations such as the Philippine
Educational Theater Association (PETA) and the Concerned Artists
of the Philippines (CAP).
CATALINO “LINO” ORTIZ BROCKA
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- More popularly known as Fernando Poe Jr.
- Considered a leon of the film industry working as an actor,
director, writer, and producer.
- His films are:
➢ Mga Alabok sa Lupa (1967)
➢ Totoy Bato (1977)
➢ Asedillo (1981)
➢ Partida (1985)
➢ Ang Probinsyano (1996)
➢ Ang Alamat (1971)
➢ Ang Pagbabalik ng Lawin (1975)
➢ The Panday Series (1980-1984)
➢ Ang Kampana sa Santa Q
➢ Alupihang Dagat (1975)
RONALD ALAN K. POE
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- a renowned researcher on Philippine folk dances, published a
thesis titled "Philippine Folk Dances and Games" which was
distributed to schools and teachers.
- served as the supervisor of physical education at the Bureau of
Education during the 1940s.
- Other notable works include "Philippine National Dances,"
"Gymnastic for Girls," and "Fundamental Dance Steps and Music."
FRANCISCA REYES AQUINO
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- known as the "Mother of Philippine Theater Dance," combined
folkloric and Asian styles in ballet choreography.
- she produced choreographies for 50 years, including "TREND:
Return to Native," "VINTA!", "Firebird," "Noli Dance Suite," and
"Filipinescas: Philippine Life, Legend and Lore."
- founding member of the Philippine Ballet Theater and Honorary
Chair of the Association of Ballet Academies of the Philippines.
LEONOR OROSA GOQUINCO
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- The dance director of the Bayanihan Philippine Dance Company,
choreographed various Philippine folk and ethnic dances,
pageants, and festivals.
- She was a researcher and educator, studying Philippine folk and
ethnic dance for nearly four decades
- Notable works include Singkil, a signature dance of the Bayanihan
Dance Company, and Vinta, a Filipino sailing dance.
LUCRECIA REYES-URTULA
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- was known for his marches like the "Triumphal March," "History
Fantasy," "Echoes from the Philippines," and "Ode to Freedom."
- He collaborated with National Artist for Dance Francisca
Reyes-Aquino on research on Philippine folk songs and dances,
and wrote compositions for solo instruments and orchestral works.
- He also reformed the Philippine Army Band.
ANTONINO BUENAVENTURA
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- Best known for his compositions: “Sa Ugoy ng Duyan”, “Sa Mahal
Kong Bayan”, “Dance of the Fairies”, “Triumphal March”, and
“Lahing Kayumanggi”.
- Conductor of the Peng Kong Grand Mason Concert Band, the San
Pedro Band of Angono, and the Band Angono Numero Uno.
Working with these bands and other town bands helped in the
development of a civic culture among Filipino communities.
- He wrote many works of different musical genres including band
music, cantatas, choral compositions, concertos, chamber music,
and vocal music
LUCIO SAN PEDRO
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- The only man who could play music with a leaf in the Guinness
Book of World Records.
- Earned Lifetime Achievement Award from the Film Academy of
the Philippines for writing songs for local movies.
- Also known as the dean of Filipino lyricists.
LEVI CELERIO
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- founded the University of the Philippines Madrigal Singers, the
first choir to win the European Grand Prix for Choral Singing twice.
- a key figure in Philippine choral music development and
established programs for musical education and exposure in
some provinces.
ANDREA VENERACION
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- co-founded the Barangay Theatre Guild with her husband,
National Artist Lamberto Avellana, in 1939, making theatre and
dramatic arts popular in the country.
- She portrayed Candida Marasigan in both stage and film versions
of “Portrait of the Artist as Filipino” by Nick Joaquin, directed
films "Diego Silang" and "Walang Sugat" (1968), and wrote
screenplays for "Sakat" (1939) and "Portrait of the Artist as
Filipino" (1955).
DAISY AVELLANA
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- Honored as National Artist for Theater Design in 2003, he used
local materials including bamboo, abaca, hemp twine, and rattan
in theater design for local productions.
- He organized the Philippine Association of Theater Designers and
Technicians (PATDAT) and the CCP Production Design Center.
- He was also instrumental in promoting Philippine theater design
through the PATDAT and the Philippine Center of the International
Organization of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and
Technicians
SALVADOR F. BERNAL
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- the director of the UP Dramatic Club since 1947, and founded the
UP Mobile Theater, which introduced theater campus tours. Over
19 years, the theater performed around 2,500 performances,
exposing audiences and students to basic acting techniques
through humorous plays like "Wanted: A Chaperon," "Condemned,"
"Forever," "Frustrations," and "Half an Hour in a Convent."
WILFREDO MA. GUERRERO
