REVIEWER
Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Reginon
Art – Expression or application of human creativity, producing works appreciated for beauty
or emotional power.
Contemporary – Refers to things happening in the present or within a specific period.
Contemporary Art – Art of today, reflecting ideas and emotions about the current world.
Langit, Lupa, at Impyerno- Painting by Josef Luciano Dans located in St. James Apostle
Church in Paete, Laguna
St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral- Located in Burgos, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.
Sand Dunes of Paoay- La Migrosa Festival
Making of the Philippine Flag- It represents Filipino independence and solidarity
Historical Development of Philippine Art
1. Ethnic Tradition
Influenced by geography and Filipino experiences.
2. Spanish Colonial Period
Influenced by religion and the secularization.
3. American Colonial Period (1860s–1960s)
National identity and modern art emerged.
4. Contemporary Art (1970s–Present)
Reflects modern culture and society with diverse art forms
Elements of Art
1. Space – Can be positive (occupied) or negative (empty).
2. Line – A series of connected points .
Circular Line- abrupt change of direction
Horizontal Line- It suggest calmness.
3. Shape & Form – Shapes are two-dimensional (height & width). Forms are three-
dimensional (height, width, & depth).
4. Color – It is associated with the natural phenomenon in our environment. Can be warm
(red, yellow, orange) or cool (blue, green).
5. Value – It is considered a property of a color which pertains to its lightness or darkness
of a color.
6. Texture –It appeals to our sense of feel on things, it pertains to the surface of an art
pieces.
Principles of Art
1. Proportion – Size relationship between elements.
2. Harmony – Unity in an artwork.
3. Variety – Adding multiple, different elements to break the monotony of an artwork.
4. Movement – Creating an illusion of motion in a painting or design.
5. Rhythm – Repetition to create patterns and flow.
6. Balance – Equal distribution of elements.
7. Emphasis – Highlighting an element to draw attention.
NATIONAL ARTISTS OF THE PHILIPPINES
What is a National Artist?
A National Artist is a Filipino who has made significant contributions to Philippine arts in
Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Literature, Film, and Architecture.
The Order of National Artist (Orden ng Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng Sining) was
established under Proclamation No. 1001 on April 27, 1972.
LIST OF NATIONAL ARTISTS AND THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS
ARCHITECTURE
Juan Nakpil (1973) – First National Artist for Architecture.
Famous works:
UP Quezon Hall (Administration Building)
Pablo Antonio (1976) – was a visionary who pioneered modern Philippine architecture. His
works reflect a philosophy of simplicity, functionality and harmony with nature.
Famous works:
Far Eastern University, Manila
Ideal Theater, Manila (1933)
Jose Maria Zaragoza (2014) – Designed postwar buildings.
Famous works:
Santo Domingo Church, Manila
Meralco Building
FILM
Gerardo de Leon (1982) – was born on September 12, 1913 in Manila. He was a director
and actor.
Notable films:
Noli Me Tangere (1961)
El Filibusterismo (1962)
Lino Brocka (1997) – Known for social realism in films.
Notable films:
Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang (1974)
Insiang (1976)
Bayan Ko: Kapit sa Patalim (1984)
LITERATURE
Amado V. Hernandez (1973) – Writer and labor leader who has known for his critism of
social injustices in the Philippines.
Notable works:
Isang Dipang Langit (Republic Cultural Heritage Award)
Luha ng Buwaya
Nick Joaquin (1976) – Writer and journalist best known for his short stories and novels.
Notable works:
The Woman Who Had Two Navels
A Portrait of the Artist as Filipino
Carlos P. Romulo (1982) – Writer, journalist, soldier, university president and diplomat.
Notable works:
I Walked with Heroes (Autobiography)
I Saw the Fall of the Philippiness
MUSIC
Antonio J. Molina (1973) – "Claude Debussy of the Philippines."
Notable works:
Hatinggabi (Violin and Piano Serenade)
Kundiman-Kundanga
THEATER
Honorata “Atang” de la Rama (1987) – First actress in the first Tagalog film.
Notable works:
Anak ni Eva
Bulaklak ng Kabundukan
VISUAL ARTS
Fernando Amorsolo (1972) – First National Artist, “Grand Old Man of Philippine Art.”
Notable works:
Fruit Vendor
On the Way Home
Carlos “Botong” Francisco (1973) – Muralist known for historical paintings. Discovered
the Angono Petroglyps depicts 127 humans and animal figures.
Guillermo Tolentino (1973) – Sculptor, "Father of Philippine Arts."
Notable works:
Bonifacio Monument (EDSA and Rizal Avenue)
The Oblation (UP Diliman)
Federico Aguilar Alcuaz (2009) – Painter and sculptor. Created Cinco Marias.
Francisco Coching (2014) – “Dean of Filipino Illustrators.”
Notable works:
Pedro Penduko
Sabas, ang Barbaro
