PH NATIONAL ARTISTS Flashcards

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was posthumously recognized as the Philippines’ first National
Artist on April 28, 1972, four days after his death. He was given the title the
“Grand Old Man of Philippine Art” for his influential style and technique that
has inspired generations of artists. He is well-known for his genre paintings
and landscapes and his idealized depiction of the dalagang Filipina.

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Fernando C. Amorsolo

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is the highest recognition the Philippine government can
give to a person of the arts. The award was created through Presidential
Proclamation No. 1001, s. 1972 to give recognition and respect to the
citizens who have given outstanding contribution to Philippine arts.

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Pambansang Alagad ng Sining ng Pilipinas or the National Artist of the Philippines

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The awardees of this prestigious award represent the Philippines’ highest ideals in the field of

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humanities and the arts

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The Pambansang Alagad ng Sining ng Pilipinas or the National Artist of
the Philippines is the highest recognition the Philippine government can
give to a person of the arts. covers the following
categories:

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architecture and the allied arts, dance, film and broadcast arts, literature, music, theater, and visual arts.

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This award is supposed to be given every ______ as mandated by the rules of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).

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three years

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bestows it upon the recommendation of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP).

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President of the Philippines

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Eight new National Artists were
conferred on June 10, 2022:

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Agnes Locsin
Salvacion Lim-Higgins
Nora Villamayor a.k.a Nora Aunor,
Ricardo “Ricky” Lee and Marilou Diaz-Abaya
Gemino Abad
Fides Cuyugan-Asensio
Antonio “Tony” Mabesa

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awarded for dance

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Agnes Locsin

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awarded for for Design (Fashion),

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Salvacion Lim-Higgins

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awarded for for Film and Broadcast Arts,

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Ricardo “Ricky” Lee and Marilou Diaz Abaya

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awarded for for Literature,

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Gemino Abad

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awarded for for Music,

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Fides Cuyugan-Asensio

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awarded for Theater.

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Antonio “Tony” Mabesa

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Nominees should have the following 5

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The artist must be a Filipino citizen or at least at the time of the nomination. An artist who
has passed on can still be nominated as long as he/she was a Filipino before death.

The artist should have contributed “to building a Filipino sense of nationhood” as seen in
their works.

The artist should have led the way in a new and creative expression or style, separating
themselves from others and, in turn, influencing other generations of artists.

The artist’s work should be noteworthy and an embodiment of excellence, further
enriching his/her chosen field of creative expression.

The artist should be critically acclaimed and accepted by legitimate institutions and
peers.

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National Artists also receive other benefits such as:

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Title and rank of a National Artist

Medal bearing the insignia of National Artist as well as a citation .

Cash gift of PHP100,000 to the living artist and PHP75,000 for those who
were recognized after their death, which will be given to the heir of the
awardee Activity National Artist

Monthly pension with medical and hospitalization benefits.

Life insurance for those who are still qualified.

State funeral and interment at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.

Reserved place at state functions, awarding ceremonies, and
cultural events.

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16
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is known as a dancer and researcher of
Philippine folk dance.

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Francisca Reyes-Aquino

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Her research titled _______ documented local forms of celebrations and rituals that was published in 1926.

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Philippine Folk Dances
and Games

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It has been utilized for instruction for
schools, both public and private. This research made the Filipino youth more knowledgeable of their cultural heritage.

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research titled Philippine Folk Dances
and Games

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19
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Francisca Reyes-Aquino received the Republic Award of Merit in

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1954

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21
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She received the Ramon
Magsaysay Award in

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1962

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Francisca Reyes-Aquino ‘s Place of birth

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Bocaue, Bulacan

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Francisca Reyes-Aquino Major works:

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Philippine Folk Dances and Games(1926)

Philippine National Dance ( 1946)

Gymnastics for Girls (1947)

Philippine Folk dances Vol. 1-6

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was awarded the title of National Artist in 1973, four
years after his death.

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Carlos “Botong” Francisco

25
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He is known for historically themed murals
such as the Filipino Struggles through History, which is displayed in
the Manila City Hall. He, along with Victor Edades and Galo
Ocampo, is one of the pioneers of modernism in the country.

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Carlos “Botong” Francisco

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His art reflects the values and the colors of his town, Angono, that has been a trademark of his works and style. He is also credited with the discovery of the Angono Petroglyphs, one briteri of the earliest examples of prehistoric art in the Philippines.

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Carlos “Botong” Francisco

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Carlos “Botong” Francisco’s place of birth

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Angono, Rizal

28
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was a writer and stalwart of the laborers. He
believed that his art should act as a conscience of society,
correcting and calling attention to what is needed. As a writer, he
was one of the first who drew away from the flowery and ornate
quality of the Tagalog language and instead wrote in prose that is
much closer to the everyday spoken language.

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Amado V. Hernandez

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Amado V. Hernandez’s first major work
was his novel

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Mga Ibong Mandaragit,

30
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this novel was written while he was in prison. This novel bared the problems of society, focusing on the land and farming problems during the 1950s.

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Mga Ibong Mandaragit,

31
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He is also a critically acclaimed playwright and essayist. He was conferred the National Artist Award for Literature posthumously in 1973.

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Amado V. Hernandez

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Amado V. Hernandez’s place of birth

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Hagonoy, Bulacan

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amado v. hernandez Major works:

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Novels

Mga Ibong Mandaragit (1969)

Luha ng Buwaya (1972)

Muntinlupa (1957)

Magkabilang Mukha ng Isang Bagol (1960)

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was a teacher, composer, and conductor. He is known for his impressionist style in music and as part of the musical triumvirate of the Philippines that includes Nicanor Abelardo (1893-1934) and Francisco Santiago (1889-1947).

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Antonio J. Molina

35
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He is acknowledged as a visionary of Philippine music,
bringing it to modern times. His innovations include the pentatonic scale,
linear counterpoints, and lively ninth and eleventh cords, among others. His
talent in music can be seen at an early age, performing at the former Manila
Grand Opera House as an orchestra soloist.

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Antonio J. Molina

36
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what age was Antonio J. Molina when he wrote his first composition

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18 in 1912

37
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title of antonio j. molina’s first composition

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Miniaturas Vol. 1.

38
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antonio j. molina was a professor at

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University of the Philippines Conservatory of Music,

39
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Antonio J. Molina molded iconic artists such as___

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Lucrecia Kasilag and Felipe de Leon,

40
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Antonio J. Molina place of birth

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Quiapo, Manila

41
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Antonio J. Molina Major works:

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Orchestral Music

Ang batingaw

Kundiman-Kundangan

Chamber Music:

Hating Gabi

Kung sa Iyong Gunita

Vocal music:

Awit ni Maria Clara

Larawan Nitong Pilipinas

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was a man of many talents. He was an artist, engineer, civic leader, and teacher. But he is best known for his innovations in the field of Philippine architecture.

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Juan F. Nakpil

43
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His designs are both beautiful and functional. His
design principles reflected his belief in Philippine architecture, tradition, and
culture. He was awarded the title of National Artist in 1973.

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Juan F. Nakpil

44
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when was Juan F. Nakpil awarded the National Artist Award

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1973

45
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Juan F. Nakpil place of birth

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Quiapo, Manila

46
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Juan F. Nakpil’s major works

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Administration Building and Library,
University of the Philippines, Diliman Reconstruction of the Rizal Shrine, Manila
Jockey Club and Old Humanities Building, UP Los Baños

47
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was a premier sculptor and esteemed
professor at the University of the Philippines, Diliman. He specialized in commemorative sculptures of historical figures that are monumental and grand.

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Guillermo E. Tolentino

48
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He received his training from the University
of the Philippines School of Fine Arts and later on, at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. After returning, he became a professor at his alma mater and taught many future stars of Philippine art. While teaching, he also created some of his most famous works: the Bonifacio Monument (1933) in Caloocan and the Oblation (1935) in the University of the Philippines, Diliman.

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Guillermo E. Tolentino

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Guillermo E. Tolentino’s place of birth

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Malolos City,

50
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Guillermo E. Tolentino’s Major works:

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Bonifacio Monument,

Oblation, University of the Philippines, Diliman

◆ Ramon Magsaysay statue at the GSIS
building

◆ Various bust sculptures of political and
historical personalities

51
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known by his pen name Doveglion

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Jose Garcia Villa

52
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name Doveglion (derived
from

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dove, eagle, lion

53
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is regarded as one of the best contemporary poets in the
world. He is known for introducing the reversed consonance rhyme scheme and
using punctuation marks especially the comma in a novel and lyrical way.

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Jose Garcia Villa

54
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Jose Garcia Villa’s early international acclaim was in New York in 1942 for his work entitled

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Have Come, Am Here

55
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Jose Garcia Villa was recognized as a National Artist for Literature in

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1973

56
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Jose Garcia Villa He died in _____ in ________

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New York in 1997.

57
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Jose Garcia Villa’s place of birth

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Singalong, Manila

58
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Jose Garcia Villa’s major works

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Footnote to Youth

Many Voices

Poems by Doveglion

Poem 55: The best of Jose Garcia Villa as
chosen by himself

Poems in Praise of Love

The Portable Villa

The Essential

Mir-i-nisa

Storymasters