OVERALL Flashcards
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1
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an imitation of life and the
world rendered beautifully, which
gives pleasure.
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ART
2
Q
may have provided the
earliest assumptions of art as a linked to a human instincts.
❑ In his POETICS __________ claimed that humans have instincts
for imitation and harmony. He described that these instincts
are “lying deep in our nature”.
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Greek Philosopher Aristotle
3
Q
“Most imitative of Living
Creature.”
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human
4
Q
This is a two-
dimensional image of various
subjects ranging from real-
life image to the visually
abstract.
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Picture (Drawing, Painting,
Printmaking, and
Photography
5
Q
This is a
three-dimensional
artwork that may be
created using wood, and
concrete.
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Sculpture
6
Q
these are structure that meant to be
used as shelter. The art of _______is the
design and purpose of the structure.
A
Architecture
7
Q
This is the art form that appeals to the
sense of hearing. _________is composed by combining
notes into harmony.
A
Music
8
Q
This is the art
form of language through
the combined use of words,
creating meaning and
experience.
A
Literature
9
Q
This is the art form of
performance.
A
Theater
10
Q
This art
form is a
technological
translation of
theater.
A
Cinema
11
Q
This is the art of human form. The body is
used, mobilized, and choreographed in a specific
time, form, and space.
A
Dance
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Q
a Filipino poet, essayist,
and art critic.
said that, “The idea was the depiction of
scenes of everyday life and the surroundings
without idealizing them was closest in spirit
to the Filipino soul and native soil.”
As long as the work shows the Filipino way of
living
Eg. (Spending a day in a market, doing laundry in the
river, or attending a fiesta in town.)
It is “closest to the filipino soul and native soil.”
A
Leo Benesa
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Q
Benesa describes __________ works as
the “most expressive of the ethos of the
race and the predominantly agricultural
countryside”. Most of the _____________
paintings depict life in the fields.
A
amorsolo
14
Q
Depict life in the fields
✓ The men and women are portrayed in hard work
but with smiles in their faces.
✓ The landscape paintings feature the rural lands of
the Philippines. Scene is mostly covered by
vegatation and nature.
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Amorsolo’s Paintings
15
Q
In the case of Philippine literature in
English, where language casts doubt on the
Filipino-ness on the literary work, many
regarded the work in Filipino or other regional
languages (Visayan, Ilocano, or Bicolano)
more Filipino than those written on English.
A
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16
Q
defines contemporary
arts as “art made and produced by artist living
today. Today’s artist work in and respond to a
global environment that is, culturally diverse,
technologically advancing, and multifaceted.”
A
J Paul Getty Museum
17
Q
When you see T-shirts with the image of Jose Rizal
wearing shades or the walls of Intramuros in canvas
bags, existing artworks are “appropriated” to form
another artwork.
A
Appropriation
18
Q
Performance of contemporary artists has
evolved to “emphasize spontaneous,
unpredictable elements of chance,” according
to the Walker Art Center.
A
Performance
19
Q
Performance artists have tried to
interpret various human activities,
from ordinary activities such as
chores, routines, and rituals, to
socially relevant themes such as
poverty, commercialism, and war.
Yuan Moro Ocampo
The Shadow - Denmark
Marilyn Arsem
Philippine International
Performance Art Festival
A
true
20
Q
How art transforms a
space is now an
occupation of
contemporary artists.
A
Space
21
Q
Contemporary Artists are now as innovative as
ever. In traditional painting, only a few materials are
of conventional use. Contemporary visual artists on
the other hand, may opt to use coffee for painting or
carve miniature sculptures using crayons.
A
Hybridity
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Q
this is a reality in the present-day world, and
contemporary artists have used technology in the
creation and dissemination of works of art.
Artists have used video and the internet as a way
of propagating art.
A
Technology
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Q
describes Philippine contemporary art with “The feeling (is) that all is possible in the contemporary, conceived as a constantly extending and deepening constellation of art.”
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Renowned art critic and Metropolitan Museum curator Dr. Patrick Flores
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Q
Philippine Contemporary art can be found even in the most unsuspecting places. It cannot be reduced to conventional notions of space and medium.
A
true
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Globalization threatens Philippine architecture by bringing designs made by foreign architects.
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notes that today's Philippine architecture is faced with threats from globalization. He remarks, "Much of what we see, in terms of iconic buildings in the is either designed by foreigners, or are derivative designs mimicking copies of western forms.”
Architect and Critic Paulo Alcazaren
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Attributed to the designs made by the likes of Carlos A. Santos-Viola, Jason Buensalido, and Angelo Manosa, these structures are ultra-modern, functional, and aesthetically sound.
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__________, which was founded in ________ by _______________, advocates the use of Filipino theater in inspiring change and development in society. _________is composed of dedicated "artists-teacher-cultural workers” who strive for artistic excellence. ________volunteers work to promote the transformative power of theater through its production of performances and workshops. _______will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2017.
PETA (Philippine Educational Theater Association), which was founded in 1967 by Cecile Guidote-Alvarez
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is the resident drama company of Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP). With its 15 seasons and 114 productions, it is the most attended among the CCP's resident companies. Distinct in its offering is its challenge to the commitment of the Filipino to justice, truth, and patriotism. _____________continues to push Philippine theater to artistic and professional excellence through the development and education of actors, writers, directors, and technical staff.
Tanghalang Pilipino Established in 1987
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Other Theater Groups
There are still more theater companies in the Philippines. These include the Gantimpala Theater Foundation, Ballet Philippines, and private companies such as 9Works Theatrical, Atlantis Productions, Repertory Philippines, and Concertus Manila. Universities have their own theatre companies such as Dulaang UP (UP Diliman), Ateneo Blue Repertory (ADMU), and Teatro Tomasino (UST).
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_____________ is a playwright's festival of untried, untested, and unpublished plays. This project is a collaboration of the National Center for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), CCP, Tanghalang Pilipino, and the Manila-based playwright's group The Writer's Block. Many of the plays staged in _____________ become repeat productions and some even become award winners.
Created in 2004, Virgin Labfest
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The new breed of contemporary Filipino visual artists is becoming bold regarding the expression of personal feelings and perspectives. The influence of radical and modern art movements in Europe and the Americas has penetrated the Philippine arts scene with the proliferation of installation and experimental art. The institutionalization of museums and galleries have also revitalized the Philippine art scene.
visual arts
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is the art that is followed or accepted by the Filipino masses. Looking at Philippine Society, most of the art forms that the general public consumes and advocates are those that are for entertainment such as songs, dances, telenovelas, and movies. Philippine popular art is around you: listen to the chart topping music hit, watch the latest dance craze, or view several box-office hits.
Philippine Popular Art
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The _______is considered to be one of the most read forms of literature in the country. Serialized komiks have brought to life memorable characters of heroism and goodness in the works of Mars Ravelo's Darna, Captain Barbell, and Dyesebel, and Carlo J. Caparas's Ang Panday.
komiks - literature
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_________________ is a strong force in Philippine arts. The musical talent and prowess of Filipinos shine bright in the country's local music scene. From the traditional harana, OPM is still dominated by balladeers that show our romantic inclinations. Well-known performers include Gary V., Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, and Sarah Geronimo. Filipino pop music has tried to mimic foreign musical genre. Examples of these artists include rock bands such as Rivermaya and Eraserheads, and rappers such as Francis M., who pioneered the musical genre in the country, Andrew E., and Gloc 9. Filipino artists have made RnB, country, and even bossa nova part of Filipino music.
Original Pinoy Music, or OPM - music
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__________is an important social activity in the Filipino community. A barangay or town fiesta is not complete without a morning parade or caracol and the evening bayle. Although dance crazes in the country have foreign origins such as the “Macarena” or the “Gangnam Style", Filipinos have still invented dance moves that were repeated in every corner, such as the Spaghetti Dance and “Otso-otso.” Filipino dance groups such as the Philippine All Stars Dance Crew, Jabbawockeez, and El Gamma Penumbra have made Filipino talent known worldwide.
Dance
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The year 1977 was the birth of Philippine independent cinema.
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Baguio-based filmmaker Kidlat Tahimik won the International Critics' Prize in the Berlin Film Festival for his film Mababangong Bangungot (Perfumed Nightmare)
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The Experimental Cinema of the Philippines (ECP) was created through Executive Order No. 770 in 1982. Though this government-owned Big corporation was created to promote the local film Idea o industry in general, it was instrumental in the funding of art films such as Peque Gallaga's Oro, Plata, Mata and Ishmael Bernal's Himala. The ECP, however, was dissolved in 1986.
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Independent or indie films are a break from the mainstream, highly budgeted productions of established movie production companies such as Star Cinema and Regal Films. Independent films are also characterized by their unconventional narratives, experimentation on style and technique, and their artful treatment of material. The demand of independent films to be an unconventional genre of film pushes filmmakers and artists to innovate and push the filmmaking Big Idea practice into greater heights. Today, more indie films are being produced than mainstream movies.
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Won the Interfaith
award at the 15th Brisbane
international Film Festival
Masahista by Brillante Mendoza
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Won the Caligari
Film Prize at Berlin
Film Festival
Tirador by Brillante Mendoza
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Won the Golden Kinnaree
Award at the 2008 Bangkok
International Film Festival.
Serbis by Brillante Mendoza
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Won the Prix de la mise
en scene at the 2009 Canne
Film Festival.
Kinatay by Brillante Mendoza
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Won the La Navicella
Venezia Cinema Award at
the 69th
Venice Film Festival
Thy Womb by Brillante Mendoza
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He has been described by critics as “a neorealist, and his
films depict lives of ordinary people in extraordinary
situations, set against the universal struggle of life, love
and death.”
* In 2014, the French government awarded _______ the
Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres (Knight of the
Order of Arts and Letters) for his contributions in world
cinema.
Brilliante Mendoza
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Special Jury Prize, Fort
Lauderdale International Film
Festival and the Asian Marine
Film Festival.
DONSOL by Adolf Alix
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Orizzonti Grand Prize at the 65th Venice
International Film Festival
Melancholia by Lav Diaz
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Best Director, Asian Festival
of First Film Award
PLONING by Dante Nico Garcia
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Other notable indie filmmakers are
Jerrold Tarog, Jeffrey Jeturian, Mark
Meily, and Chris Martinez.
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Perhaps the popularity and success of Philippine independent cinema also lies in the flourishing of___________ in the country. These film festivals provide seed money for writers and directors to begin with production. Also, these film festivals are good marketing avenues for filmmakers to let the general public experience their works.
Major film festivals sponsored by the Philippine government include the Metro Manila Film Festival, the Film Development Council of the Philippines' Sineng Pambansa, Cinema Rehiyon, the CCP's Cinemalaya, privately initiated film festivals such as Cinema One Originals and CineFilipino. These film festivals allow the public to patronize indie films, which would otherwise not be shown in commercial theaters. Many colleges and universities have started integrating filmmaking as a field specialization. With the rise and popularity of digital cameras today, almost anyone can make a film. Many young Filipinos ave used portable recording devices in the convenience of their own homes and communities to make films.
Film Festivals
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administer the
nomination and selection
of the chosen exemplary
artists, who are conferred
by the President of the
country.
The National
Commission for
Culture and the Arts
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According to esteemed _____________, there is a vital role played by contemporary artist in "creating art that will contribute to social change by enlightening viewers and audience about the nature and causes of the problems they face as Filipinos today." It is with this "enlightenment " that gives the artist responsibility to create art that has social and political relevance, a kind of art that will contribute to an awareness of present realities and conditions of society.
critic and scholar Dr. Nicanor Tiongson
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created and established “the Award
and Decoration of National Artist”
* “to give appropriate recognition and
prestige to Filipinos who have
distinguished themselves and made
outstanding contributions to Philippine
arts and letters.”
Presidential Proclamation No. 1001,
s. 1972
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country’s highest honor given
to an artist
“embodies the nation’s highest
ideals in the humanities and
aesthetic expression through the
distinct achievements of
individual citizens.”
- NCCA
The
National Artist Award
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Qualifications for the National Artist
Award
1. Filipino citizenship
2. Contribution of their works to nation-building
3. Impact of their distinctive and pioneering
works or styles on succeeding generations of
artists
4. Excellence in the practice of their art form
which enriches artistic expression or style
5. Prestigious national and international
recognitions.
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Awards and Privileges
1. Rank and title of National Artist
2. The National Artist gold-plated medallion minted by the Bangko
Sentral ng Pilipinas and citation
3. Lifetime emolument as well as material and physical benefits
comparable in value to those received by the highest officials of the
land, such as:
3.1. a minimum cash award of P200,000 net of taxes for living
awardees, and a minimum cash award of P150,000 net of
taxes for posthumous awardees, which are payable to their
legal heir/s;
3.2. a minimum lifetime monthly stipend of P30,000;
3.3. a life insurance coverage for awardees who are still
insurable;
3.4 a state funeral benefits not exceeding P500,000;
4. A place of honor in state functions, national commemoration
ceremonies and cultural presentations.
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grand collar adorned by circular links
representing the arts.
commemorates the sun and the color of
the Philippine flag
highly stylized letter Ks ( ) stand
for “katotohanan, kabutihan, at
kagandahan” (the true, the good, and the
beautiful)
The
National Artist
Insigna
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Known as a pioneer of modern Filipino short stories in English. His works, including “The Man Who Would Be Poe”, are characterized by lyrical prose and poetic form, establishing him as one of the most influential figures in Filipino literature in English.
Francisco Arcellana
Year of Conferment: 1990
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A fictionist, essayist, poet, and teacher who captured the Filipino spirit through rural and urban landscapes. He was recognized for using the English language to reflect and shape Philippine culture. Major works include The Winds of April, Children of the Ash-Covered Loam, and The Bamboo Dancers.
N.V.M. Gonzalez
Year of Conferment: 1997
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Regarded as one of the most distinguished Filipino writers in English. He explored the Philippine colonial past under Spain and delved into the psychology of social changes. His notable works include The Woman Who Had Two Navels, A Portrait of the Artist as Filipino, and Manila, My Manila: A History for the Young.
Nick Joaquin
Year of Conferment: 1976
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Known for his epic body of work that explores the Filipino struggle for national sovereignty and social justice. His Rosales Saga, which includes The Pretenders, Po-on, and My Brother, My Executioner, is a cornerstone of Philippine literature.
F. Sionil Jose
Year of Conferment: 2001
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One of the finest contemporary poets, known for his innovative use of the reversed consonance rime scheme and comma poems. His works, including Footnote to Youth and Poems 55, have earned him international recognition and numerous fellowships.
Jose Garcia Villa
Year of Conferment: 1973
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A poet, fictionist, teacher, and literary critic whose works combine intricate craftsmanship and profound insight. She is known for pieces like The Little Marmoset and Bonsai and was influential in shaping Philippine literature in English.
Edith L. Tiempo
Year of Conferment: 1999
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A poet and literary historian who revived and reinvented traditional Filipino poetic forms while championing modernist poetics. His major works include Makinasyon and Peregrinasyon, and he founded literary workshops such as GAT and LIRA.
Virgilio S. Almario
Year of Conferment: 2003
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A courageous writer who was imprisoned for his involvement in the communist movement and whose works focus on social justice. His novels, including Mga Ibong Mandaragit and Luha ng Buwaya, reflect his activism and commitment to the Filipino people.
Amado V. Hernandez
Year of Conferment: 1973
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A diplomat, educator, soldier, journalist, and university president, ________ was also the first Asian president of the United Nations General Assembly. His writings, such as The United and I Walked with Heroes, reflect his experiences in global politics and his deep commitment to his country.
Carlos P. Romulo
Year of Conferment: 1982
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A biographer and historian, _________ is known for his extensive works on Philippine history and culture. He authored the first biography of Jose Rizal, The Great Malayan, and his contributions to historical literature, including Lives of the Philippine Presidents and Philippine Cartography, are widely recognized.
Carlos L. Quirino
Year of Conferment: 1997
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A short story writer and essayist famous for his comic short stories, particularly My Brother’s Peculiar Chicken. He also focused on promoting Filipino culture and heritage, playing an instrumental role in popularizing local fiestas and advocating for the change in the country’s Independence Day.
Alejandro R. Roces
Year of Conferment: 2003
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A nationalist writer known for his works that explore social issues and critique Philippine society. His novels, such as Binhi at Bunga and Cesar, delve into the struggles of Filipinos, and he also founded the Kapatiran ng mga Alagad ng Wikang Pilipino (KAWIKA) in 1958.
Lazaro Francisco
Year of Conferment: 2009
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A poet, librettist, and scholar who introduced the concept of Bagay poetry to Tagalog literature. He contributed greatly to Philippine culture through works like Likhang Dila, Likhang Diwa and Philippine Literature: A History and Anthology. As a librettist, he helped create works that blended fine arts and popular imagination.
Bienvenido Lumbera
Year of Conferment: 2006
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A poet, fictionist, and teacher with a career spanning over four decades. _________is renowned for his profound artistry, and his works, including Summer Suns and The Trilogy of Saint Lazarus, continue to influence young Filipino writers. He played a key role in founding literary workshops and promoting Filipino literature as a teacher and critic.
Cirilo F. Bautista
Year of Conferment: 2014
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A leader in modern Philippine architecture, known for simple, functional designs with clean lines and natural light. Famous works include the Far Eastern University Administration Building, Manila Polo Club, Ideal Theater, and White Cross Orphanage.
Pablo S. Antonio
Year of Conferment: 1976
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Known for the majestic Istana Nurul Iman palace in Brunei and distinctive Philippine architecture. His works include the CCP Complex, Folk Arts Theater, Philippine International Convention Center, and numerous other public buildings and hotels.
Leandro V. Locsin
Year of Conferment: 1990
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A proponent of Philippine architecture, ___________ designed iconic structures like the Quiapo Church, Rizal Theater, Capitol Theater, and the University of the Philippines Administration Building. He promoted Filipino traditions in his designs.
Juan F. Nakpil
Year of Conferment: 1973
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A pioneer of landscape architecture in the Philippines, Santos designed public spaces like Paco Park and Makati Commercial Center, introducing landscaped outdoor shopping areas. He worked on projects like the Tagaytay Highland Resort and Mt. Malarayat Golf and Country Club.
Ildefonso P. Santos, Jr.
Year of Conferment: 2006
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Known for modernism in rebuilding post-war Philippines, ___________ designed structures like St. John Bosco Parish, Santo Domingo Church, Meralco Building, and Greenhills Shopping Center. His works reflect progressive architectural ideas of the mid-20th century.
Jose Maria Zaragoza
Year of Conferment: 2014
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________________ is a mixture of western and
native cultural influence. Filipino visual artists still
use native forms and subjects but with the use of
foreign styles and techniques.
* Some contemporary visual artists have been
educated and trained abroad, introducing in the
country different movements in the world of art.
Philippine visual art
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Known for his nationalist and sociologically charged works. Notable pieces include Geometric Landscape (1969), Dog Fight, Pieta (1962), and Seated Figure (1979).
Ang Kiukok
Year of Conferment: 2001
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The Father of Modernism in Philippine Art, known for dark, bold depictions of Filipino laborers. Famous works include The Sketch, Poinsettia Girl, and The Wrestlers.
Victorio C. Edades
Year of Conferment: 1976
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Pioneer of Neorealism, using geometric fragmentation to explore modern and mythical themes. Notable works include Tree Planting, Man and Woman, and Gadgets.
Cesar Legaspi
Year of Conferment: 1990
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The first National Artist of the Philippines, celebrated for his depiction of rural landscapes. Famous works include Rice Planting, Defense of a Filipina Woman's Honor, and Sunday Morning Going to Town.
Fernando Amorsolo
Year of Conferment: 1972
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A muralist known for his vivid depictions of Philippine history, such as Blood Compact, Bayanihan sa Bukid, and First Mass at Limasawa.
Carlos "Botong" Francisco
Year of Conferment: 1973
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Known for his witty comic strips, __________ work spiced up Filipino lives with humor and insightful social commentary. Over his 56-year career, he created over 500 characters and 20 comic strips, including his iconic Slice of Life, which depicted Filipino daily life with charm and wit. His art has become a defining feature of Filipino popular culture.
Lauro "Larry" Alcala
National Artist for Visual Arts
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__________ is recognized as the Grand Dame of Southeast Asian children's theatre. As the founder and playwright-director of Teatrong Mulat ng Pilipinas, she is known for blending puppetry, children's literature, folklore, and theater into a unique and indigenous theatrical experience. Her contributions have shaped and enriched the cultural landscape of Filipino children's theater.
Amelia Lapeña-Bonifacio
National Artist for Theatre
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___________ is a renowned composer, arranger, and musical director whose works span across religious, symphonic, popular, and contemporary music. His songs, such as Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika, Kailan, and Tuwing Umuulan At Kapiling Ka, reflect the Filipino spirit, focusing on themes of love, happiness, and national pride. His versatility in music genres has made him a key figure in the Philippine music scene.
Ryan Cayabyab
National Artist for Music
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______________ film Mababangong Bangungot (1977) is celebrated for its postcolonial narrative, urging Filipinos to live out their independence and reject cultural imperialism. As a filmmaker, he became an influential figure in Third Cinema, a movement that critiques neocolonialism and state oppression. His works continue to inspire and provoke critical thought about Filipino identity and culture in a global context.
Kidlat Tahimik (Eric de Guia)
National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts
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A visionary in Filipino architecture, __________ is celebrated for creating designs that reflect Filipino heritage and identity. His career, spanning over six decades, introduced original Filipino architectural forms with intricate details. His notable works, such as the Coconut Palace in Manila, showcase his passion for integrating Filipino culture into modern architecture, establishing a lasting legacy in the country's architectural history.
Francisco T. Mañosa
National Artist for Architecture
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is a distinguished teacher, scholar, and literary historian, widely regarded as a leading figure in the promotion of regional literature and history in the Philippines. He pioneered the Cebuano Studies Center and helped shape the national identity through his extensive writings. His 17 published books and numerous articles have made significant contributions to Filipino literature and historical scholarship.
Resil B. Mojares
National Artist for Literature
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was a prolific writer in the Hiligaynon language, authoring 61 novels and contributing to the evolution of Hiligaynon literature. His works explored a range of themes, from feminism in Ang Bag-ong Maria Clara to political satire in Si Tamblot Kandidato Man. His literary contributions have enriched Filipino literature, particularly in the Visayan region, and have influenced generations of writers.
Ramon Muzones
National Artist for Literature
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It was through the 1988 National Folk Artists Awards initiated by the Rotary Organization in Ayala-Makati that the giving of recognition to outstanding Filipino artists specifically in music and poetry paved the way to the conceptualization of the
GAWAD SA MANLILIKHA NG BAYAN.
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Born January 3, 1953, a Hanunoo Mangyan from Mansalay, Mindoro. He preserved the Ambahan, a seven-syllable poetic form that explores the Mangyan soul, often engraved in bamboo using stylus or knives.
GINAW BILOG
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A poet, epic chanter, storyteller, and musician from Makagwa Valley, Palawan. Master of traditional instruments like the basal, kulilal, bagit, aroding (mouth harp), and babarak (ring flute).
MASINO INTARAY
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A kutyapi master from Maganoy, Mindanao. Highly skilled in playing the kulintang, agong, tambul gandingan, and palendag (lip-valley flute).
SAMAON SULAIMAN
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A master textile weaver from T'boli, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato. Learned weaving at 12 using Abaca fibers, creating intricate traditional T'boli designs.
LANG DULAY
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A Bagobo from Bansalan, Davao del Sur, born December 12, 1920. Began weaving at 12 and, at 65, could still identify traditional designs at a glance.
SALINTA MONON
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From Lubuagan, Kalinga, he dedicated himself to preserving Kalinga cultural treasures like the gangsa (gong), helping revive this art form.
ALONZO SACLAG
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An epic chanter from Kalinog, Iloilo. Documented and preserved the epic literature and folklore of Panay.
FREDERICO CABALLERO
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A Yakan from Lamitan, Basilan, who, nearly blind, became a master of musical instruments including the gabbang (bamboo xylophone), agung, and kwintangan kayu.
UWANG AHADAS
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A weaver of pis syabit, the traditional headcloth tapestry worn by the Tausugs of Jolo, Sulu.
DARHATA SAWABI
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An artist from Apalit, Pampanga, renowned for his religious and secular artworks in silver, bronze, and wood. His intricate works, including altars and carosas, are found in churches and private collections.
EDUARDO MUTUC
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THE PROCESS OF SELECTING
THE “MANLILIKHA NG
BAYAN"
1. An Ad Hoc panel of experts conducts a regional search for candidates in traditional folk arts.
2. Documentation of nominees by the Ad Hoc Search Committees for GAMABA.
3. Nominees are evaluated based on criteria set by law, with the final list submitted to the Ad Hoc Panel of Experts.
4. The Ad Hoc Screening Committee recommends nominees to the Ad Hoc Panel of Reviewers.
5. The Ad Hoc Panel of Reviewers assesses nominees, considering submitted documentation.
6. The Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan Committee submits recommendations to the NCCA.
7. NCCA-approved awardees are submitted to the President for proclamation.
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1. A specially designed gold medallion.
2. An initial grant of Php 100,000.
3. Php 10,000 monthly stipend for life.
4. Additional Php 14,000 personal allowance if needed.
5. Php 750,000 annual medical and hospitalization benefits.
6. Funeral assistance and tribute as a National Living Treasure.
THE REWARDS OF BEING
‘MANLILIKHA NG BAYAN’
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GAMABA
CATEGORIES
The ‘Manlilikha ng Bayan’ Award is provided for
the ff. categories but with consideration to
geographical base and balance of other artistic
categories.
FOLK ARCHITECTURE
MARITIME TRANSPORT
WEAVING CARVING
PERFORMING ARTS
LITERATURE
GRAPHIC AND PLASTIC ARTS
ORNAMENTS
TEXTILE OR FABRIC ART
POTTERY
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CRITERIA TO BE QUALIFIED AS
A ‘MANLILIKHA NG BAYAN’
Becoming a Manlilikha ng Bayan requires the ff. qualifications:
1. He/she is an inhabitant of an indigenous/traditional cultural
community anywhere in the Philippines that has preserved
indigenous customs, beliefs, rituals and traditions and/or has
syncretized whatever external elements that have influenced it;
2. He/she must have engaged in a folk art
tradition that has been in existence and
documented for at least fifty (50) years;
3. He/she must have consistently performed or
produced over a significant period, works of
superior and distinctive quality;
4. He/she must possess a mastery of tools and
materials needed by the art, and must have an
established reputation in the art as master and
maker of works of extraordinary technical quality;
5. He/she must have passed on and/or will pass on
to other members of the community their skills in
the folk art for which the community is
traditionally known.
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Known for mixed media and global exhibitions. His works blend graffiti, cartoons, hyperrealism, surrealism, and pop art. Grayground sold for $1.1 million at Sotheby’s. "I will paint..."
Ronald Ventura
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described as "an emotion expressed in a canvas and interpreted by the individual's recognition of intelligence mixed with beauty." subjects as they turn away, Manila iconic urban elite
Kiko Escora
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Focuses on historical perspectives in art and has exhibited at the Prague Biennale
Annie Cabigting
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Acclaimed for her role in Norte and praised by Ang Lee for Ilo Ilo, theater and actress
Angeli Bayani
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