Module 6: Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan

Summary

This educational module delves into the significance of recognizing traditional artists in the Philippines, as stipulated by Republic Act 7355. It outlines the criteria for the Gawad Bayan, also known as the National Living Treasure Award, which honors individuals for their exceptional contributions to Philippine arts. The module introduces 16 awardees, each a master in their art form, from Surat poetry to traditional weaving, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines. The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) plays a pivotal role in acknowledging these artists, ensuring the preservation and promotion of the country's traditional arts.

Takeaways

• 📜 The discussion module aims to understand Republic Act 7355, identify Gawad Bayan awardees, appreciate artists' roles, familiarize with art forms, and create traditional art works.
• 🏆 Gawad Bayan or the National Living Treasure Award recognizes individuals who have significantly contributed to Philippine art, preserving cultural heritage.
• 🎭 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) promotes and recognizes traditional artists, ensuring the continuity of Philippine cultural identity.
• 🎵 The first Gawad Bayan awardee in 1993 was Gino Belong, known for his Surat poetry and being an epic chanter and storyteller.
• 🎶 Masino Tarai, another 1993 awardee, was an expert in Basangagong music and a master of various musical instruments, including the koshapi and babarak.
• 🎷 Suleiman was recognized for his mastery of the kotayapi, a two-stringed lute, and other traditional instruments, showcasing his technical and artistic excellence.
• 🌈 Lang Dulay was awarded in 1998 for her work in tinalak weaving, using fine Bara fibers and preserving the traditional colors and techniques.
• 👗 Salinta Monon was celebrated for her innovative weaving techniques that kept the Bagobo abakaika textile art from extinction.
• 🎼 Ahadas was recognized in 2000 for his mastery of Yakan musical instruments and for passing on his knowledge to younger generations.
• 🎭 Federico Caballero was honored for his work in documenting oral literature, particularly the epics of the Panay Bukidnon people.
• 🏺 The awards highlight the importance of recognizing and preserving the unique cultural contributions of Filipino artists to the nation's heritage.

Q & A

Republic Act 7355是什么？

Republic Act 7355，也称为Manlilikha ng Bayan Act，是菲律宾的一项法律，旨在认可国家活宝，即那些在传统菲律宾艺术领域具有独特技能并达到高技术水平和艺术卓越的个人或群体。该法律还旨在促进和开发传统民间艺术，并为这些目的提供资金。

Gawad Bayan奖项是什么？

Gawad Bayan奖项，全称为Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan，是菲律宾政府颁发的奖项，用以表彰对国家非物质文化遗产做出贡献的个人或艺术家团体。这些获奖者被认为是'国家活宝'，他们在各自的领域内展现了卓越的技艺和创造力。

如何成为Gawad Bayan奖项的获得者？

要成为Gawad Bayan奖项的获得者，候选人必须满足一定的条件，包括居住在菲律宾的传统文化社区、从事至少50年历史的民间艺术传统、在艺术领域具有卓越的技能和声誉、并且愿意将技能传授给社区其他成员。此外，他们的作品必须具有卓越的技术和艺术质量，并且对艺术的发展做出了重要贡献。

Gawad Bayan奖项的获得者享有哪些激励措施？

Gawad Bayan奖项的获得者除了获得奖牌和荣誉外，还会获得一定的经济激励，包括初始的十万比索(P100,000.00)的奖金和每月一万比索(P10,000.00)的终身津贴，除非有充分理由停止发放。此外，他们的工作方法和工具将被记录和编目，他们的作品也会被永久展示在相关的省级博物馆或最大的文化中心。

Gawad Bayan奖项对于菲律宾艺术发展有何影响？

Gawad Bayan奖项对于菲律宾艺术发展具有重要影响。它不仅表彰了艺术家对传统文化的贡献，还鼓励了年轻一代学习和传承这些艺术形式。此外，奖项的获得者通常会参与到文化传承和推广活动中，从而增强了菲律宾艺术的可见度和影响力。

目前有多少位Gawad Bayan奖项的获得者？

截至目前，已有25位个人被宣布为Gawad Bayan奖项的获得者，他们在各自的领域内展示了卓越的技艺和对菲律宾非物质文化遗产的贡献。

Gawad Bayan奖项的获得者之一Magdalena Gamayo以什么艺术形式著称？

Magdalena Gamayo是Abel编织的大师，她不仅编织传统的伊洛克斯(Ilocano)纺织品，还设计新图案。她的一个设计采用了称为pinilian的困难编织技术，这种编织技术产生的图案独特，类似于一串花朵，因此得名。

Alonzo Saclag是如何为Kalinga文化做出贡献的？

Alonzo Saclag通过创建一个名为Awichon的文化村和公园，以及在本地学校推广Kalinga文化，为Kalinga文化做出了贡献。他自学了演奏传统的Kalinga乐器和Kalinga仪式舞蹈动作，展现了对传统艺术的深厚热情。

Eduardo Mutuc在金属工艺方面的成就是什么？

Eduardo Mutuc是一位技艺高超的金属工艺艺术家，他的作品包括教堂中的许多宗教银、铜和木制品。他的作品大小不一，从高达四十英尺的大型作品到需要精细工艺的小型装饰品。Eduardo在银镀工艺方面成为了大师，这是制作许多世俗装饰品金饰所必需的技能。

Gawad Bayan奖项的评选过程是怎样的？

Gawad Bayan奖项的评选过程由菲律宾国家文化艺术委员会(NCCA)负责，该委员会根据一定的标准和资格筛选候选人。评选过程可能包括对候选人的作品、技艺、对传统文化的贡献以及他们传授技艺的意愿和能力进行评估。