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What is the highest national recognition given to Filipino individuals for contributions to the arts?
What is the highest national recognition given to Filipino individuals for contributions to the arts?
The Order of the National Artist is administered by the Cultural Center of the Philippines only.
The Order of the National Artist is administered by the Cultural Center of the Philippines only.
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Who was the first recipient of the National Artist Award?
Who was the first recipient of the National Artist Award?
Fernando Amorsolo
Which proclamation established the Order of the National Artist Award?
Which proclamation established the Order of the National Artist Award?
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Which category is NOT recognized for the National Artist Award?
Which category is NOT recognized for the National Artist Award?
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What were the colors that represent the Philippine Flag on the insignia of the Order of the National Artists?
What were the colors that represent the Philippine Flag on the insignia of the Order of the National Artists?
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The first National Artist in Architecture is _____.
The first National Artist in Architecture is _____.
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What title did Pablo Antonio hold?
What title did Pablo Antonio hold?
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Living artists who are natural-born Filipino citizens are eligible for the National Artist Award.
Living artists who are natural-born Filipino citizens are eligible for the National Artist Award.
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Match the following National Artists to their recognized contributions:
Match the following National Artists to their recognized contributions:
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The Order of the National Artist
- Known as "Orden ng Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng Sining."
- Highest national recognition for significant contributions to Philippine arts.
- Administered by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP).
- Bestowed by the President of the Philippines on recommendations from NCCA and CCP.
- Represents the nation's highest ideals in humanities and aesthetic expression.
Proclamation No. 1001
- Established the Order of the National Artist Award on April 27, 1972.
- Recognizes Filipinos with remarkable contributions to arts and letters.
- First award recipient was Fernando Amorsolo.
Proclamation No. 1144
- Dated May 15, 1973.
- Established the CCP Board of Trustees as the National Artist Awards Committee.
Presidential Decree No. 28
- Issued on June 7, 1973.
- Reiterated CCP's role in administering national awards for artists.
Objectives of the Order of National Artists
- Honors artists significantly contributing to Filipino cultural heritage.
- Promotes high-level artistic accomplishment and national cultural identity.
- Recognizes artists paving the way for future generations.
Categories of Recognition
- Literature: Encompasses poetry, fiction, essay, playwriting, journalism, and literary criticism.
- Film and Broadcasting: Includes direction, writing, production design, cinematography, and performance.
- Architecture and Design: Covers architecture, interior design, industrial arts, and fashion design.
- Music: Pertains to singing, composition, direction, and performance.
- Dance: Involves choreography, direction, and performance.
- Theater: Focuses on direction, performance, and production design.
- Visual Arts: Encompasses painting, sculpture, photography, installation art, and graphic arts.
Qualifications for the National Artist Award
- Must be a living, natural-born Filipino citizen.
- Work should contribute to a Filipino sense of nationhood.
- Should have a distinctive and influential creative expression or style.
- Must show excellence in their art form.
- Artwork should have attained both national and international recognition.
Insignia of the Order of the National Artists
- Features a Grand Collar with circular links representing the arts.
- Includes an eight-pointed sunburst from a sampaguita wreath in green and white enamel.
- Badge center divided into red, white, and blue, symbolizing the Philippine Flag with stylized K’s representing CCP's motto: "Katotohanan, Kabutihan at Kagandahan."
National Artists in Architecture
- Juan Nakpil: First National Artist in Architecture in 1973; known as the Dean of Filipino Architects and creator of UP Administration Building.
- Pablo Antonio: 1976 honoree; pioneer of modern Philippine architecture; designed FEU.
- Leandro Locsin: 1990 honoree, known as "Lindy"; recognized for designs like the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
- Ramon Valera: 2006, first Filipino fashion designer as a National Artist.
- Jose Maria Zaragoza: 2014, recognized for postwar architecture, designed Santo Domingo Church.
- I.P. Santos: 2006, known as the Father of Philippine Landscape Architecture; designed San Miguel...
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Test your knowledge about the Order of the National Artist, the highest recognition for contributions to Philippine arts. Learn about its establishment, key recipients, and the governing bodies involved. Challenge yourself with questions on the history and significance of this prestigious award.
