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Contemporary Arts in the Philippines 1 The Order of the National Artists ================================= A. 1. Filipino artists who have made significant contributions to the cultural heritage of the country. 2. Filipino artistic accomplishment at its highest level and to promote c...

Contemporary Arts in the Philippines 1 The Order of the National Artists ================================= A. 1. Filipino artists who have made significant contributions to the cultural heritage of the country. 2. Filipino artistic accomplishment at its highest level and to promote creative expression as significant to the development of a national cultural identity. 3. Filipino artists who have dedicated their lives to their works to forge new paths and directions for future generations of Filipino artists. B. 4. Living artists who are natural-born Filipino citizens at the time of nomination, as well as those who died after the establishment of the award in 1972 but were Filipino citizens at the time of their death. Filipinos who have lost and re--acquired Filipino citizenship, through dual citizenship status for at least the minimum period of five years shall be eligible for nomination. 5. Artists who through the content and form of their works have contributed in building a Filipino sense of nationhood. 6. Artists who have pioneered in a mode of creative expression or style, thus, earning distinction and making an impact on succeeding generations of artists. 7. Artists who have created a substantial and significant body of works and/or consistently displayed excellence in the practice of their art form thus enriching artistic expression or style. 8. Artists who enjoy broad acceptance through: 1. prestigious national and/or international recognition, such as the Gawad CCP Para sa Sining, CCP Thirteen Artists Award, and NCCA Alab ng Haraya 2. 3. C. 9. The rank and title of National Artist, as proclaimed by the President of the Philippines; 10. The National Artist gold-plated medallion minted by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and citation; 11. Lifetime emolument and material and physical benefits comparable in value to those received by the highest officers of the land such as: 1. Life insurance coverage for Awardees who are still insurable; 2. A State Funeral benefit not exceeding P500,000.00. 12. A place of honor, in line with protocular precedence, in state functions, national commemoration ceremonies, and all other cultural presentations. II. D. 13. a. Born in Binondo, Manila, he pioneered modern Philippine architecture. He emphasizes function before elegance and the maximum use of natural light and cross ventilation in his design**.** Antonio's major works include the following: Far Eastern University Administration and Science buildings; Manila Polo Club; Ideal Theater; Galaxy Theater; Capitan Luis Gonzaga Building; Boulevard-Alhambra apartments; and Ramon Roces Publications Building. b. Juan F. Nakpil (1973) Born in Quiapo, Manila, he was known as the "Dean of Filipino Architects." He espoused architecture reflective of Philippine traditions and culture. His major works are: Geronimo de los Reyes Building, Magsaysay Building, Rizal Theater, Capitol Theater, Captain Pepe Building, Manila Jockey Club, Rufino Building, Philippine Village Hotel, University of the Philippines Administration and University Library, and the reconstructed Rizal house in Calamba, Laguna. c. Born in Malabon, Manila, he is considered as the "Father of Philippine Landscape Architecture." His works include Tagaytay Highland resort; Mt. Malarayat Golf and Country Club in Lipa, Batangas; and Orchard Gold and Country Club in Imus, Cavite. 14. From Guagua, Pampanga, Zaragoza's name became almost synonymous with modern ecclesiastical architecture. His major works include Meralco Building, Philbanking Building, Sto. Domingo Church and Convent, Metropolitan Cathedral of Cebu City, Villa San Miguel Church in Mandaluyong. 15.