Fourth Quarterly Exam Reviewer in Philippine Contemporary Arts

Philippine National Artist

  • Order of National Artist of the Philippines
    • Orden ng mga Pambansang Alagad ng Sining ng Pilipinas
    • Highest national recognition for significant contributions to Philippine Arts.
    • Established in 1972 during Ferdinand E. Marcos' regime.
    • Awards given every three years by the President, based on recommendations by cultural institutions.
    • Amendments proposed by Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo aimed to change presidential authority in awarding.
Qualifications for National Artists
  • Must be Filipino citizens.
  • Should promote a Filipino sense of nationhood through their works.
  • Must have pioneered a creative expression or style impacting future artists.
  • Should possess a significant body of work and demonstrate excellence in their art form.
  • Must have received considerable national/international recognition or respect in their discipline.
Honors and Privileges
  • Rank and title of National Artist by the President.
  • Gold-plated medallion from Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.
  • Living awardees:
    • Cash award of ₱200,000.
    • Lifetime monthly stipend of at least ₱50,000.
    • Medical benefits of up to ₱750,000/year.
    • Life insurance and state funeral.
    • Burial at Libingan ng mga Bayani.
  • Posthumous awardees:
    • One-time cash award of ₱150,000 for legal heirs.
Categories of National Artists
  • Dance: Choreography, direction, performance.
  • Music: Composition, direction, performance.
  • Theater: Direction, performance, production design.
  • Visual Arts: Painting, sculpture, photography, etc.
  • Literature: Poetry, fiction, essays, criticism.
  • Film and Broadcast Arts: Writing, directing, editing, etc.
  • Architecture and Allied Arts: Architecture, interior design, etc.
  • Design: Industrial and fashion design.
Notable National Artists
  • Ryan Cayabyab: Renowned songwriter, known for "Kumukutikutitap."
  • Fernando Amorsolo: First National Artist, "Grand Old Man of the Philippines."
  • Nora Aunor: The first female in Film, starred in over 180 films.
  • Lino Brocka: Award-winning filmmaker focused on social issues.

Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan

  • Rosie Sula: Matigsalug weaver preserving indigenous weaving traditions.
  • Samaon Sulaiman: Mastered kudyapi and other traditional instruments.
  • Bundos Bansil: Tboli metalworker known for brass casting.
  • Eduardo Mutuc: Silver plating expert from Apalit, Pampanga.

Contemporary Art

  • Aesthetic value judgments have shifted.
  • Focus on challenge and interest rather than traditional aesthetics.
  • Emphasis on innovative techniques and use of varied materials.
Contemporary Art Techniques
  • Minimalism: Reducing art to its essential features; influenced by Japanese aesthetics.
  • Found Object Art: Repurposing discarded materials, promoting environmental awareness.
  • Large Scale Art: Creates immersive experiences, often in public spaces.
Contemporary Art Forms
  • Architecture: Designed for large populations (e.g., Davao International Airport).
  • Painting and Drawing: Utilize indigenous materials and new techniques.
  • Sculpture: Incorporate a variety of materials and promote environmental messages.
  • Photography: Modify images for various purposes, including advocacy.
  • Film: Incorporates animation and various modern techniques.
Characteristics of Contemporary Art
  • Integrative: Merging technology and natural elements.
  • Interactive: Viewer participation alters the artwork's meaning.
  • Collaborative: Multiple artists contribute to a single piece.
  • Installation: Large-scale, site-specific work often inviting viewer interaction.
  • Performance Art: The artist becomes the artwork, executing in front of an audience.