National Artists Flashcards
conferred by Presidential Proclamation
Order of National Artists
(Order ng Pambansang Alagad ng Sining)
highest national recognition given to Filipino individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of Philippine arts, namely: Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Literature, Film, Broadcast Arts, and Architecture and Allied Arts
Order of National Artists
(Order ng Pambansang Alagad ng Sining)
The proclaimed National Artists are given
the Grand Collar
Order of National Artists Secretariat (CCP/NCCA) announces the opening for nominations.
1st step in the process
NCCA & CCP receive nominations: screen and deliberate
2nd step in the process
NCCA & CCP submit a list of recommendees to the President
3rd step in the process
NCCA & CCP submit a list of recommendees to the President
3rd step in the process
Order of National Artists conferred during ceremonies organized by the Secretariat.
5th step in the process
National Artists in Architecture
Juan F. Nakpil
Pablo S. Antonio
Leandro V. Locsin
Ildefonso P. Santos Jr.
National Artists in Visual Arts (painters)
Carlos “Botong” Francisco
Fernando C. Amorsolo
Vicente S. Manansala
Cesar Legaspi
Arturo R. Luz
Benedicto R. Cabrera
Jose T. Joya
National Artists in Literature
Nick Joaquin
Francisco Arcellana
F. Sionil Jose
Alejandro Roces
Bienvenido Lumbera
National Artists in Visual Arts (Sculptors)
Guillermo E. Tolentino
Napoleon V. Abueva
introduced Bagay poetry
Bienvenido Lumbera
pioneered creative fusion of fine arts and popular imagination
Bienvenido Lumbera
Tagalog poetry
Bienvenido Lumbera
Fiesta
Alejandro R. Roces
brought to public attention the aesthetics of country’s fiestas
Alejandro R. Roces
always focused on the neglected aspects of Filipino cultural heritage
Alejandro R. Roces
My Brother, My Executioner
F. Sionil Jose
Consistent espousal of aspirations of Filipino for national sovereignty and social justice
F. Sionil Jose
The Mats
Francisco Arcellana
Pride of fiction is that “it is able to render truth that is able to present reality”
Francisco Arcellana
pioneered development of short story as lyrical prose–poetry form
Francisco Arcellana
The Woman Who Had 2 Navels
Nick Joaquin
His probing into psychology of social changes as seen by young
Nick Joaquin
his exploration of Philippine colonial past under Spain
Nick Joaquin
Blue and green abstract; line
Jose T. Joya
Most of his paintings of harmonious colors were inspired by Philippine landscapes like green rice paddies and golden fields of harvest
Jose T. Joya
Portrait of Caroline (A Beautiful Woman 1972)
Afternoon Break 1992
Benedicto R. Cabrera
solitary figures of scavengers emerging from dark landscape were piercing stabs at the social conscience of people long injured to poverty and dereliction
Benedicto R. Cabrera
primacy of drawing over decorative colors
Benedicto R. Cabrera
Bagong Taon
Arturo R. Luz
created masterpieces that exemplify the ideal of sublime austerity in expression and form that elevated Filipino aesthetic vision to new heights of sophisticated simplicity
Arturo R. Luz
Bonsai
Cesar Legaspi
his distinct style and daring themes contributed significantly to advent and eventual acceptance of modern art in the Philippines
Cesar Legaspi
refined cubism in Philippine context
Cesar Legaspi
Tiangge
Vicente S. Manansala
believes the beauty of art is in the process
Vicente S. Manansala
“The climax is just when it is really finished”
Vicente S. Manansala
Nine Muses
Napoleon V. Abueva
Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture
Napoleon V. Abueva
helped shape local sculpture scene using almost all kinds of materials
Napoleon V. Abueva
Bonifacio Monument in Caloocan
UP Oblation
Guillermo E. Tolentino
symbolizes freedom and offering of one’s dignity, patriotism, and service
Guillermo E. Tolentino
product of Revival Period in Philippine Sculptural art
Guillermo E. Tolentino
Fruit Seller
Fernando C. Amorsolo
1st National Artist
Fernando C. Amorsolo
developed backlighting technique
Fernando C. Amorsolo
Bayanihan, Magpupukot
Carlos “Botong” Francisco
turned fragments of historic past into vivid records of legendary courage of ancestors of his race
Carlos “Botong” Francisco
landscaping of CCP,
San Miguel Corp. building,
Bantayog ng mga Bayani
Ildefonso P. Santos Jr.
produced exemplary and engaging work with wide range of outdoor settings that enhanced contemporary Filipino life
Ildefonso P. Santos Jr.
pioneered practice of landscape achitecture
Ildefonso P. Santos Jr.
Cultural Center of the Philippines
Leandro V. Locsin
believes that true Philippine architecture is a product of Oriental and Occidental cultures
Leandro V. Locsin
reshaped urban landscapes with distinctive architecture reflective of Philippine Art and Culture
Leandro V. Locsin
FEU auditorium
White Cross Children’s Home
Pablo S. Antonio
maximum use of natural light and cross ventilation
Pablo S. Antonio
function first, then elegance or form
Pablo S. Antonio
basic design is grounded on simplicity, no clutter
Pablo S. Antonio
pioneered modern Philippine architecture
Pablo S. Antonio
UP carillon,
Rizal Theater
Juan F. Nakpil
integrated strength, function, and beauty in buildings
Juan F. Nakpil
espousing architecture reflective of Philippine traditions and culture
Juan F. Nakpil
pioneer and innovator in Philippine architecture
Juan F. Nakpil