National artist for visual art architecture literature-Philippines

Question 1

What is Philippine contemporary arts?

Answer 1

Contemporary art generally refers to art being created now, emerged in the Philippines in reaction to social and cultural realities during the 1970s.

Question 2

Who is Victorio C. Edades?

Answer 2

Recognized as the Father of the Modern Philippine Painting, known for using dark somber colors in his paintings.

Question 3

What is Vicente Manansala known for?

Answer 3

His paintings depict realistic themes using an abstract or cubist style.

Question 4

What is Hernando R. Ocampo’s artistic style?

Answer 4

Known for abstract paintings featuring shapes bounded with curved lines painted in intense colors.

Question 5

What is Cesar Legaspi recognized for?

Answer 5

Utilizing and refining cubism in his paintings.

Question 6

Elizalde Navarro is known for which types of art?

Answer 6

Hardwood masks, abstract paintings in oil and watercolor, and assemblage.

Question 7

What themes does Ang Kluok’s artwork express?

Answer 7

Nationalism and sociological agenda during the 60s through vivid cubistic figures.

Question 8

Who is Benedicto Cabrera?

Answer 8

Known as ‘Bencab’, noted as the bestselling painter of his generation and for sketches of a scavenger named ‘Sabel’.

Question 9

What did Abdulmari Asia Imao popularize?

Answer 9

Ukil, sarimanok, and naga motifs as original Filipino creations.

Question 10

What is Federico Aguilar Alcuaz known for?

Answer 10

His oil and acrylic paintings, and sketches in ink, pencil, and watercolor.

Question 11

Carlos Coching is referred to as what?

Answer 11

The ‘Dean of Filipino Illustrators’ known for his work on comics and illustrations.

Question 12

What did Jose T. Joya pioneer in the Philippines?

Answer 12

Abstract expressionism, with notable work ‘Granadean Arabesque’ (1958).

Question 13

What is Pablo S. Antonio recognized for?

Answer 13

A pioneer in modern Philippine architecture, emphasizing natural light and cross ventilation.

Question 14

What is Leandro V. Locsin’s architectural style characterized by?

Answer 14

Themes of floating volume and a mix of both Eastern and Western aesthetics.

Question 15

Who is Ildefonso P. Santos?

Answer 15

Pioneered landscape architecture in the Philippines.

Question 16

Who is Carlos Quirino?

Answer 16

The first and only National Artist for Historical Literature, known for ‘The Great Malayan’.

Question 17

What did Francisco Arcellana contribute to literature?

Answer 17

Pioneered modern Filipino short stories in English and originated lyrical prose-poetic form.

Question 18

What is N.V.M Gonzales known for?

Answer 18

A fictionist, essayist, poet, and teacher with numerous literary awards.

Question 19

Who is Nick Joaquin?

Answer 19

Considered the most distinguished Filipino writer in English, known for diverse literary works.

Question 20

What does the Latin prefix ‘con’ mean?

Answer 20

Together or with.

Question 21

What is the significance of contemporary art?

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It reflects social and cultural realities, often emerging in response to repression and censorship.

Question 22

What is F. Sionil Jose known for?

Answer 22

A widely read Filipino writer and founder of the Philippine chapter of PEN.

Question 23

What is Alejandro Roces famous for?

Answer 23

Comic short stories like ‘My Brother’s Peculiar Chicken’ and changing Independence Day.

Question 24

What contribution did Edith L. Tiempo make to literature?

Answer 24

Founded the Siliman National Writers Workshop and is known as a poet and fictionist.

Question 25

What is Virgilio S. Almario known for?

Answer 25

A notable modernist poet who reinvented traditional Filipino poetry forms.

Question 26

What is Amado V. Hernandez recognized for?

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His development of Tagalog prose using colloquial style.

Question 27

What is Carlos P. Romulo noted for?

Answer 27

A diplomat and journalist, first Asian President of the UN General Assembly.

Question 28

What is Bienvenido Lumbrera’s contribution to literature?

Answer 28

A multi-awarded poet, critic, and librettist.

Question 29

What does contemporary art challenge?

Answer 29

Established norms and rules of traditional art forms.

Question 30

What is the function of contemporary art for pleasure?

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Provides visual delight and appreciation of beauty.

Question 31

How does contemporary art serve as a profession?

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Artists earn a living through their art, contributing to the creative industries.

Question 32

What role does contemporary art play as commentary?

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Addresses the need for information and communication through understandable subject matter.

Question 33

How does contemporary art relate to spirituality?

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Artists may express spiritual beliefs about life controlled by a higher power.

Question 34

What does contemporary art as remembrance signify?

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Commemorates important events and people shaping history.

Question 35

What does contemporary art as self-expression convey?

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Conveys information about the artist’s personality, feelings, or worldview.

Question 36

What is Fernando Amorsolo known for?

Answer 36

First National Artist in the country, known for backlighting technique in painting.

Question 37

What did Carlos ‘Botong’ Francisco revive?

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The art of mural painting, using historical events as subjects.

Question 38

What is Guillermo E. Tolentino recognized for?

Answer 38

National Artist for sculpture, known for designing the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.

Question 39

What is Napoleon V. Abueva known as?

Answer 39

The Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture.