MODULE 4: NATIONAL ARTIST OF THE PHILIPPINES

Summary

The video explores the prestigious Order of National Artists award in the Philippines, recognizing individuals who've significantly contributed to Philippine arts. It covers various categories like music, dance, literature, and architecture, and features notable artists such as Fernando Amorsolo, Francisco Santiago, and Lino Brocka. The award, managed by NCCA and CCP, is the highest honor for Filipino artists, celebrating their creativity and cultural contributions.

Takeaways

• 🎨 The Philippines highly values its artists for their significant contributions to preserving and promoting the country's cultural heritage.
• 🏆 The Order of National Artists Award is the highest national recognition given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of Philippine arts.
• 🎭 The award covers various categories including music, dance, theater, literature, film, broadcast, and architecture.
• 🏛️ The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) manage the Order of National Artist award.
• 👨‍🎨 The award is granted by the President of the Philippines upon recommendation from the NCCA and CCP, symbolizing the nation's highest ideals in the humanities and aesthetic expression.
• 📜 The Order of National Artist award was established in 1972 to give proper recognition and prestige to Filipinos who have made exceptional contributions to Philippine arts.
• 🏗️ The award aims to recognize artists who have contributed significantly to the cultural heritage of the Philippines, achieved Filipino artistic excellence, and inspired future generations.
• 🌟 National artists are recognized for their unique creative styles, contributions to national identity, and international recognition of their works.
• 🏛️ The Insignia of the Order of National Artists features an eight-pointed sunburst and three equal portions representing the Philippine flag, symbolizing the artist's contribution to Philippine culture.
• 🎓 Works of Filipino national artists can be found in various cultural institutions, including the University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City, which is known for its art and cultural significance.

Q & A

What is the Order of National Artists award in the Philippines?

The Order of National Artists award is the highest national award given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of Philippine arts. It is managed by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), and is granted by the President of the Philippines.

What are the categories for the Order of National Artists award?

The categories for the Order of National Artists award include music, dance, theater, literature, film, broadcast, and architecture or Allied Arts.

Who manages the Order of National Artists award?

The Order of National Artists award is managed by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP).

What is the significance of the Order of National Artists award?

The award represents the nation's highest ideals in the humanities and aesthetic expression through the recognizable achievements of the people, measured in terms of vision, insight, creativity, imagination, and technical proficiency in expressing Filipino culture, traditions, history, way of life, and aspirations.

Who was the first ever recipient of the Order of National Artists award?

The first ever recipient of the Order of National Artists award was Fernando Amorsolo, who received the honor on the 15th of May 1973.

What are the criteria for receiving the Order of National Artists award?

To be eligible for the Order of National Artists award, one must be a natural-born Filipino citizen, have a Filipino sense of nationhood in their work, have developed their own creative style, practice and form their own artworks, and have artwork that is recognized nationally and internationally.

What does the Insignia of the Order of National Artists represent?

The Insignia of the Order of National Artists is a large collar featuring circular links that portray the arts in an eight-pointed sunburst suspended from a sampaguita chain. The center of the badge is divided into three equal portions of red, white, and blue representing the Philippine flag, with three stylized laurels that stand for the CCP.

Which Filipino architect is known as a forerunner of modern Philippine architecture?

Pablo Antonio is known as a forerunner of modern Philippine architecture and was awarded the title and status of National Artist of the Philippines in 1976.

Who is considered the mother of Philippine dancing?

Francisca Reyes-Aquino is considered the mother of Philippine dancing. She was a Filipino folk dancer, researcher, and helped popularize various folk dances in the Philippines.

What is the significance of the University of the Philippines in the context of Philippine arts?

The University of the Philippines is a hub for art lovers and is known for its contributions to Philippine arts, including the works of national artists such as the Sundial and the Oblation, a concrete statue symbolizing sacrifice and heroism.

Who is the first Filipino filmmaker to be recognized as a National Artist?

Lamberto V. Avellana is the first Filipino filmmaker to be recognized as a National Artist. His works include films such as 'No Limit' and 'El Filibusterismo'.