NATIONAL ARTIST OF

THE

Philippines
Objectives
At the end of this learning activity sheet, you are expected to:
1.explain filipino artists’ roles to contemporary arts;
2.identify filipino artists’ contribution to contemporary arts;
and
3.demonstrate appreciation to filipino artists and to their
contribution to contemporary arts.
 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the Cultural Center
of the Philippines have set criteria for the Order of National Artists, and
these are as follows:

1. Living artists who are 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;

2. Artists who, through the content and form of their works, have
contributed in building a Filipino sense of nationhood;

3. Artists who have pioneered in a mode of creative expression or style,

thus earning distinction and making an impact on succeeding generations
of artists;:
4. Artists who have created a substantial and significant body of work
and/or
consistently displayed excellence in the practice of their art form thus
enriching artistic expression or style; and

5. Artists who enjoy broad acceptance through:

a. prestigious national and/or international recognition, such as the
Gawad CCP Para sa Sining, CCP Thirteen Artists Award and NCCA Alab
ng Haraya;
b. critical acclaim and/or reviews of their works;
c. respect and esteem from peers.
NATIONAL ARTISTS FOR
VISUAL ARTS
1. Fernando C. Amorsolo. He was the first
National Artist in the country. The official title
“Grand Old Man of Philippine Art” was
bestowed on Amorsolo when the Manila
Hilton inaugurated its art center on January
23, 1969, with an exhibit of a selection of his
works. He was also known for his
backlighting technique in painting. His major
works include “Dalagang Bukid,” “El Ciego,”
“The Mestiza,” “Maiden in a Stream” and
“Planting Rice.”
2. Hernando R. Ocampo. His works provided an
understanding and awareness of the harsh social
realities in the country immediately after the Second
World War and contributed significantly to the rise of the
nationalist spirit in the post-war era. It was, however, his
abstract works that left an indelible mark on Philippine
modern art. His canvases evoked the lush Philippine
landscape, its flora and fauna, under the sun and rain in
fierce and bold colors. He also
played a pivotal role in sustaining the Philippine Art
Gallery, the country’s first. Ocampo’s acknowledged
masterpiece Genesis served as the basis of the curtain
design of the Cultural Center of the Philippines Main
Theater. His other major works include Ina ng Balon,
Calvary, Slum Dwellers and Nude with Candle and
Flower.
3. Carlos “Botong” Francisco. He is the poet of Angono,
single-handedly revived the forgotten art of mural and
remained its most distinguished practitioner for nearly
three decades. In panels such as those that grace the
City Hall of Manila, Francisco turned fragments of the
historic past into vivid records of the legendary courage
of the ancestors of his race. He was invariably linked
with the “modernist” artists, forming with Victorio C.
Edades and Galo Ocampo what was then known in the
local art circles as “The Triumvirate”. His major works
include “Blood Compact,” “First Mass of Limasawa,” and
the “Invasion of Limahong.”
4. Guillermo E. Tolentino. He is a product of the
Revival period in Philippine art. Returning from
Europe (where he was enrolled at the Royal
Academy of Fine Arts, Rome) in 1925, he was
appointed as professor at the UP School of Fine
Arts where the idea also of executing a monument
for national heroes struck him. The result was the
UP Oblation that became the symbol of freedom
at the campus.
4. Guillermo E. Tolentino. Acknowledged as his
masterpiece and completed in 1933, The Bonifacio
Monument in Caloocan stands as an enduring
symbol of the Filipinos’ cry for freedom. Other works
include the bronze figures of President Quezon at
Quezon Memorial, life-size busts of Jose Rizal at UP
and UE, marble statue of Ramon Magsaysay in GSIS
Building; granolithics of heroic statues representing
education, medicine, forestry, veterinary science, fine
arts and music at UP. He also designed the gold and
bronze medals for the Ramon Magsaysay Award and
did the seal of the Republicof the Philippines
5. Napoleon Abueva. At 46 then, he was the
youngestnational artist awardee and considered as
the Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture. He helped
shape the local sculpture scene to what it is now.
Being adept in either academic representational style
or modern abstract, he has utilized almost all kinds of
materials from hardwood (molave, acacia, langka
wood, ipil, kamagong, palm wood and bamboo) to
adobe, metal, stainless steel, cement, marble,
bronze, iron, alabaster, coral and brass. Among the
early innovations, Abueva introduced in 1951 was
what he referred to as “buoyant sculpture” —
sculpture meant to be appreciated from the surface of
a placid pool. In the ’80s, Abueva put up a one-man
show at the Philippine Center, New York. His works
have been the United Nations headquarters in New
York City.
5. Napoleon Abueva. At 46 then, he was the
youngestnational artist awardee and considered as
the Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture. He helped
shape the local sculpture scene to what it is now.
Being adept in either academic representational style
or modern abstract, he has utilized almost all kinds of
materials from hardwood (molave, acacia, langka
wood, ipil, kamagong, palm wood and bamboo) to
adobe, metal, stainless steel, cement, marble,
bronze, iron, alabaster, coral and brass. Among the
early innovations, Abueva introduced in 1951 was
what he referred to as “buoyant sculpture” —
sculpture meant to be appreciated from the surface of
a placid pool. In the ’80s, Abueva put up
Other National Artists for
Visual Arts
1. Victorio C. Edades – Father of Modern Philippine Painting, a
leading figure in the visual art scene, leading the revolutionary
Filipino Modernists in creating modern paintings.
2. Vicente Manansala – He is recognized as a pioneer artist of
transparent cubism, which is characterized by transparent and
translucent tones, shapes, and patterns of various subjects that
seem to be superimposed over each other. One of the best
examples of this technique is his masterpiece, The Musicians.
3. Cesar Legaspi – Famous for his abstract works that depict
the anguish and dehumanization of laborers and beggars in the
city. Some of his greatest works are Man and Woman and
Gadgets.
4. Arturo Luz – He helped establish the Neo-realist school in
Philippine art but is most famous for his cubist and minimalist
works not only in painting, but also in sculpture. He participated
in numerous international shows, including the Tokyo Print
Biennial in 1974 and the 8th British International Print Biennale
in 1984.

5. J. Elizalde Navarro – Known for his hardwood masks, he

was both a painter and a sculptor. In 1967, he represented the
Philippines in Sao Paolo Biennial in Brazil. Be began to work as
a full-time painter in 1970. His style is characterized by bright,
vibrant colors with abstract to modernist styles.
6. Ang Kiukok – He gained prominence in the local and
international art scene because of his unique style that fused
expressionism, surrealism, and cubism. His imagery had been
described as violent and gruesome, which contrasted his gentle
and amiable personality.

7. Benedicto Cabrera – He upheld the primacy of drawing over

the decorative color. He is one of the most sought-after painters
in the Philippines today, whose works are frequent bestsellers.
His museum in Baguio city features various galleries that
highlight Philippine art as well as that of the Cordillera region, an
inspiring spectacle that attracts visitors throughout the year.
8. Abdulmari Asia Imao – He is the first Filipino Muslim to
receive the recognition. His expertise is working on metal brass
casting and ceramic sculpture. His themes are sometimes
influenced by Islamic culture. He is known for intricate works
using the okir and sarimanok designs. .

9. Federico Aguilar Alcuaz - Alcuaz was a distinguished master

in cubist paintings, which often depicted nude women, interiors,
landscapes, and still life. His style is characterized by blurred
edges, contrasted with heavy lines and shapes
10. Francisco Coching - Acknowledged as the “Dean of Filipino
Illustrators” and son of noted Tagalog novelist and comics
illustrator. He was regarded as the “Pillar of the Philippine
Komiks Industry.” He was the creator of iconic Philippine Komiks
characters such as Hagibis, Pedro Penduko, and Sabas, Ang
Barbero
11. Jose T. Joya – He was the pioneer of abstract expressionism
in the Philippines. His works are strongly characterized by bold
brushstrokes, quick gestures, and dynamic spontaneity.
12. Larry Alcala - His comic strips spiced up the slices of
Filipino lives withwitty illustrations executed throughout his 56
years of cartooning.Alcala’s artworks were staples in the comics’
sections of magazines,newspapers, and comic books. His most
famous creations are part of a series of illustrations called Slice
of Life, which depict snippets of everyday lives of ordinary
Filipinos. Barrio scenes and urban settings are common themes
of Alcala.
NATIONAL ARTISTS FOR
ARCHITECTURE
1. Pablo S. Antonio. He pioneered modern
Philippine architecture. His basic design is grounded
on simplicity, no clutter. The lines are clean and
smooth, and where there are curves, these are made
integral to the structure. Pablo Jr. points out, “For our
father, every line must have a meaning, a purpose.
For him, function comes first before elegance or
form“. The other thing that characterizes an Antonio
structure is the maximum use of natural light and
cross ventilation. Antonio believes that buildings
“should be planned with austerity in mind and its
stability forever as the aim of true architecture, that
buildings must be progressive, simple in design but
dignified, true to a purpose without resorting to an
applied set of aesthetics and should eternally
recreate truth.” Antonio’s major works include the
following:
Far Eastern University Administration and Science
buildings; Manila Polo Club; Ideal Theater; Lyric
Theater; Galaxy Theater; Capitan Luis Gonzaga
Building; BoulevardAlhambra (now Bel-Air)
apartments; Ramon Roces Publications Building
(now Guzman Institute of Electronics). :
2. Leandro V. Locsin. He reshaped the urban
landscape with a distinctive architecture reflective of
Philippine Art and Culture. He believes that the true
Philippine Architecture is “the product of two great
streams of culture, the oriental and the occidental…
to produce a new object of profound harmony.” It is
this synthesis that underlies all his works, with his
achievements in concrete reflecting his mastery of
space and scale.
Every Locsin Building is an original, and identifiable
as a Locsin with themes of floating volume, the
duality of light and heavy, buoyant and massive
running in his major works. From 1955 to 1994,
Locsin has produced 75 residences and 88 buildings,
including 11 churches and chapels, 23 public
buildings, 48 commercial buildings, six major hotels,
and an airport terminal building. Locsin’s largest
single work is the Istana Nurul Iman, the palace of
the Sultan of Brunei, which has a floor area of 2.2
million square feet. The CCP Complex itself is a
virtual Locsin Complex with all five buildings
designed by him — the Cultural Center of the
Philippines, Folk Arts Theater, Philippine International
Convention Center, Philcite and The Westin Hotel
(now Sofitel Philippine Plaza).
3. Ildefonso Paez Santos, Jr. Santos is
recognized as the Father of Philippine Landscape
Architecture.” He was responsible for landscaping
numerous public areas such as the Cultural Center
of the Philippines Complex, the Manila Hotel
Complex, Nayong Pilipino, the Asian Institute of
Management complex, Paco Park, San Miguel
Corporation building, Rizal Park, and Tagaytay
Highlands Gold and Country Club, among others.
OTHER NATIONAL
ARTISTS FOR
ARCHITECTURE
1. Francisco T. Mañosa - Mañosa was one of the most
influential architects of the Philippines. His projects include the
Coconut Palace and the EDSA Shrine. He is also recognized as
the pioneer Philippine neo-vernacular architecture.

2. José María V. Zaragoza. Zaragoza is credited with designing

some of the most prominent religious buildings in the country,
including the Santo Domingo Church in Quezon City, the Quiapo
Church Expansion, and the National Shrine of Our Lady of the
Miraculous Medal. He designed more than 40 churches and
religious structures.
3. Juan Nakpil - Nakpil’s projects as an architect are all over
national hallmarks such as the University of the Philippines’
Quezon Hall, the Rizal Shrine, the San Carlos Seminary, and
the Philippine Trust Co. Building (Plaza Lacson). He was also
the architect of the now demolished Rizal Theater and the
Capitol Theater.
NATIONAL ARTISTS FOR
LITERATURE
1. Carlos Quirino. Quirino, a
biographer, wrote one of Jose Rizal's
earliest biographies, The Great
Malayan. His works cover Philippine
history, culture, and cartography. In
1997, he was the first recipient of the
National Artist Awards.
He became the first Filipino
correspondent for the United Press
Institute and is known for his best
book, Maps and Views of Old Manila,
and his other works on Philippine
history and culture.
2. Francisco Arcellana. Arcellana, a multi-
talented writer, poet, essayist, critic, journalist,
and teacher, is a key progenitor of modern
Filipino short stories in English. He pioneered
the development of lyrical prose-poetic form and
explored new literary forms to express Filipino
sensibility. His works are now essential in
tertiary-level syllabi across the Philippines.
3. Nestor Vicente Madali Gonzalez, N.V.M. Gonzalez,
a Filipino writer, essayist, poet, and teacher, has won
numerous awards for his work in appropriating
English language to express Filipino spirit. He
became U.P.'s International-Writer-In-Residence and
was conferred the Doctor of Humane Letters in 1987.
His published works include Selected Stories, Poetry
and Politics, and The Francisco Arcellana Sampler.
N.V.M Gonzalez is a renowned Philippine
writer known for his works on Philippine
culture and sensibility. He has been awarded
the Doctor of Humane Letters and published
several books, including Selected Stories
and Poetry and Politics. His work has been
translated into various languages.
4. Nick Joaquin. Nick Joaquin, a
distinguished Filipino writer in English, is
known for his diverse and well-written works
about various aspects of Filipino culture.
Critics call him "Joaquinesque" for his
baroque Spanish-flavored English. Joaquin's
significance in Philippine literature includes
exploring colonial history and the psychology
of social changes in young people.
5. Carlos P. Romulo. Romulo, a 50-year
public service professional, served as an
educator, soldier, university president,
journalist, and diplomat. He was the first Asian
president of the UN General Assembly,
Philippine Ambassador, and foreign affairs
minister. He won the Pulitzer Prize in
Journalism.
Romulo wrote 18 books, including The United,
I Walked with Heroes, I Saw the Fall of the
Philippines, Mother America, and I See the
Philippines Rise, as well as memoirs about his
UN affiliations.
Romulo, in all, wrote and published 18 books, a
range of literary works which included The United
(novel), I Walked with Heroes (autobiography), I Saw
the Fall of the Philippines, Mother America, I See the
Philippines Rise (war-time memoirs).
His other books include his memoirs of his many
years’ affiliations with United Nations (UN), Forty
Years: A Third World Soldier at the UN, and The
Philippine Presidents, his oral history of his
experiences serving all the Philippine presidents.
Other National Artists for
Literature
1. F. Sionil Jose - he publisher, lecturer on cultural issues,
and founder of the Philippine chapter of PEN, is known for
his works such as Two Filipino Women and Waywaya:
Eleven Filipino Short Stories.

2. Alejandro Roces – The creative genius behind

short stories like "We Filipinos Are Mild Drinkers"
and "My Brother's Peculiar Chicken" won Best
Short Story at the University of Arizona.
3. Edith L. Tiempo - er poetry blends style and
substance, describing profound experiences with
precision. Her best collections include "The Tracks of
Babylon," "Marginal Annotations," and "The Charmer's
Box."

4. Virgilio S. Almario, a renowned editor of the Filipino

language, is a multi-talented individual with numerous
awards, including the UP Diksiyonaryong Filipino and the
Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino: Manwal sa Masinop na
Pagsulat.
5. Bienvenido Lumbera, a prominent figure in Philippine
Literature from 1946-1970s, specialized in poetry and
drama, particularly during Martial Law, with notable works
including Tales of the Manuvu.

6. Cirilo F. Bautista, a renowned Filipino writer, won

numerous awards including the Carlos Palanca Memorial
and the Philippines Free Press Awards for his works.

7. Lazaro Francisco - Prize-winning writer, developed

the social realist tradition in Philippine fiction
8. Jose Garcia Villa, known as the "Comma Poet,"
introduced the reverse consonance hyme scheme in
poetry and used commas extensively. His pen name,
Doveglion, was derived from dove, eagle, and lion.

9. Rolando S. Tinio - playwright, thespian, poet, teacher,

critic, and translator marked his career with prolific artistic
productions.
10. Resil Mojares - acknowledged as a leading figure in the
promotion of regional literature and history.

11. Ramon Muzones - Hiligaynon poet, essayist, short story

writer, critic, grammarian, editor, lexicographer, and novelist
who authored an unprecedented 61 completed novels.

12. Levi Celerio - Prolific lyricist and composer for decades.

He effortlessly translated/wrote anew the lyrics to traditional
melodies. ”
NATIONAL ARTISTS IN THE
PERFORMING ARTS.
A. CINEMA
1. Lamberto V. Avellana. known as
"The Boy Wonder of Philippine
Movies," revolutionized film narration
by using the motion picture camera
to establish a point-of-view,
establishing a Filipino theater.
Avellana, along with Daisy
Hontiveros and his future wife,
formed the Barangay Theater Guild.
Carlos P. Romulo encouraged him
to direct films, and his first film,
Sakay, established a new filmic
language.
Avellana, the first filmmaker to have his
film Kandelerong Pilak premiered at the
Cannes International Film Festival,
directed Sergeant Hasan, Destination
Vietnam, and The Evil Within.
 2. Lino Brocka. Brocka, a film and
broadcast arts director, championed
freedom of expression in the
Philippine Constitution and left
behind 66 films that uplifting
marginalized sectors.
He directed theater with passion, served in alternative
organizations like PETA and CAP, and received awards
from institutions like CCP, FAMAS, TOYM, and Cannes
Film Festival.
 Lino Brocka's cinematic
masterpieces provide a rich heritage
of stunning images and memorable
conversations, highlighting love,
betrayal, redemption, and the
nation's recovery and rediscovery.
.Brocka's films include "Santiago," "Wanted: Perfect Mother," "Tubog
sa Ginto," "Stardoom," "Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang," "Maynila: Sa
Kuko ng Liwanag," "Insiang," "Jaguar," "Bona," "Macho Dancer,"
"Orapronobis."
 3. Manual CondeConde enriched local
cinema with a unique cultural history by
translating Filipino stories from generation to
generation, including famous metrical
romances like Siete Infantes de Lara, Ibong
Adarna, and Prinsipe Tenoso.
Conde, a renowned Filipino filmmaker, directed the
first internationally acclaimed film in the
Philippines, Genghis Khan, and the first satirical
film in Philippine theaters, Juan Tamad Goes to
Congress.
Other National Artists for
Cinema
 1. Eddie S. Romero - a renowned Filipino filmmaker, has
dedicated his life to the art and commerce of cinema, spanning
three generations of filmmakers.

2. Gerardo de Leon - He produced classic films like "Daigdig ng

Mga Api," "Noli Me Tangere," "El Filibusterismo," "Sisa," "Sawa
sa Lumang Simboryo," "Dyesebel," "The Gold Bikini," "Banaue,"
and "The Brides of Blood Island."
3. Ishmael Bernal - filmmaker of the first order and one of the
very few who can be truly called a maestro. Critics have hailed
him as “the genius of Philippine cinema.”
4. Ronald Alan K. Poe - Cultural icon of tremendous audience
impact and cinema artist and craftsman–as actor, director, writer
and producer.
5. Kidlat Tahimik - Filipino filmmaker Tahimik, known as the
"Father of Philippine Independent Cinema," is credited with
pioneering independent filmmaking in the country with works like
Mababangong Bangungot and Turumba.
DANCE
 1. Francisca Reyes Aquino. Aquino's
1926 thesis on Philippine folkdance and
traditional games, credited for extensive
research, has preserved these cultural
practices in school curricula as part of
Physical Education.
2. Leonor Orosa Goquingco. She was a
respected choreographer in the Philippines
and abroad, first choreographing ballet The
Elements in 1940. Post WWII, she formed
Philippine Ballet and choreographed Noli Me
Tangere.
3. Ramon Obusan. He promoted
Philippine traditional dance and cultural
work by founding the Ramon Obusan
Folkloric Group, incorporating extensive
research data into the company..
4. Lucrecia Reyes-Urtula. Tula
transformed Filipino folk dance into a
lively, colorful, and dynamic theater
performance, promoting Filipino culture
through her innovative choreography
and Bayanihan Dance Company
worldwide.
5. Alice Reyes. Reyes, a renowned
dancer, choreographer, and founder of
Ballet Philippines, has incorporated
Filipino culture into her ballet
performances with works like "Bungkos
Suite," "Carmen," "Carmina Burana,"
"Romeo and Juliet," and "Rama Hari."
Music
1. Antonino Buenaventura. He was
a composer and conductor who
played a crucial role in preserving
ethnic Filipino folk songs by studying
them and creating songs utilizing
their instruments and melodies.
2. Ernani Cuenco. Cuenco's Philippine
music is characterized by his elegant
blend of ballad and kundiman, as seen in
his compositions like "Gaano Ko Ikaw
Kamahal," "Bato sa Buhangin," and
"Nahan Kahit na Magtiis."
3. Francisco Feliciano. Filipino
composer and conductor, known for his
works like "Buksan Mo ang Aming mga
Labi," "Pokpok Alimpako," and
"Pamugun," has composed and
arranged numerous pieces.
4. Jovita Fuentes. Fuentes, a
renowned soprano singer, was the First
Lady of Philippine Music and the first
Filipino to receive a National Artist
award in Music.
5. Jose Maceda. Maceda, an
ethnomusicologist, began his research
in 1952, focusing on the cultural and
social roots of Filipino and Southeast
Asian music.
6. Lucio San Pedro. San Pedro, a
renowned composer, conductor,
and music teacher, is renowned for
his hymns like "Nuestra Padre
Jesus Nazareno."
7. Levi Celerio. Celerio, a prolific
Filipino composer, has over 4,000
songs, including popular songs like
"Saan Ka Man Naroroon" and "Kahit
Kaunting Pagtingin," and gained fame
for his bamboo leaf music.
8. Felipe Padilla de Leon. he
composer and conductor is renowned in
the orchestral world, known for his
notable works such as "Mariang
Makiling Overture" (1939), "Maynila
Overture" (1976), and "Bataan" (1947).
9. Lucrecia R. Kasilag. Kasilag, a
renowned composer and pianist, gained
fame for her unique approach to
incorporating indigenous Filipino
instruments into her orchestral works.
10. Antonio J. Molina. Molina, a
renowned composer, conductor, and
music academician, composed over
500 songs and taught harmony,
composition, music history, and cello
at the UP Conservatory of Music..
11. Ramon P. Santos. Santos, a
renowned Filipino composer and
ethnomusicologist, was awarded the
Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et
Lettres in 1987 for his significant
contributions to the arts.
12. Andrea Veneracion. Veneracion
founded the Philippine Madrigal Singers,
a respected choral group with numerous
international awards and competitions,
solidifying the Philippines' reputation as
a powerhouse in choral competitions.
13. Ryan Cayabyab. Cayabyab, a
renowned composer known for his pop
culture-poetic compositions, formed
the iconic Smokey Mountain group in
the 90s. He composed numerous
movie tracks, including Ang Larawan
and hit songs.
Theater
1. Daisy Avellana. Daisy, the "First
Lady of Philippine Theater,"
established the Barangay Theater
Guild in 1939, leading the industry to
professionalism and establishing
numerous performing groups, further
developing the Philippine theater
culture.
2. Honorata “Atang” dela Rama.
De la Rama, a renowned Filipino
actress and singer, played a
significant role in the 1930s
vaudeville scene, advocating for
Filipino kundiman and sarsuela's
dominance during the American
occupation.
3. Rolando S. Tinio. Tinio, a
renowned Philippine theater titan,
led Ateneo Experimental Theater
productions, exploring actor
concepts and challenging cultural
norms..
4. Salvador F. Bernal. Bernal, a
prolific theater producer with over
300 works, founded the Philippine
Association of Theatre Designers
and Technicians in 1995 to
promote Philippine theater
globally.
5. Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero. Guerrero
was a playwright, director, and theater
actor, with 100 plays and 41 published.
He influenced Philippine performing
arts scene, teaching notable figures
like Gamboa, Cervantes, and Diaz-
Laurel.
6. Severino Montano. Montano, a
multi-talented artist, produced 50
plays, 150 poems, and one novel,
with his most notable plays being
The Love of Leonor Rivera,
Parting at Calamba, The Ladies
and the Senador, and Sabina.
A. Activity 1
Direction: Explain the roles of the following Visual Artists in the
development of Contemporary Art forms in the Philippines.
Ex. Fernando Amorsolo. He is the first national artist in the country for
painting. He was known for using the backlighting technique in painting.

1. Guillermo E. Tolentino
_______________________________________.
2. Vicente Manansala
__________________________________________.
3. Victori Edades
______________________________________________.
4. Pablo S. Antonio __________________________________________.
5. Leandro V. Locsin _________________________________________.
6. Abdulmari Asia Imao ______________________________________.
7. Carlos Quirino ____________________________________________.
8. Nick Joaquin ______________________________________________.
9. Carlos P. Romulo___________________________________________.
10. Francisco Arcellana _______________________________________.
B. Activity 2
Direction: Explain the roles of the following Performing Artists in the
development of Contemporary Art forms in the Philippines.
Ex. Ronald Alan K. Poe. He is known as Fernando Poe Jr. and considered
an icon of the film industry working as an actor making him a national
artist for cinema.

1. Laberto Avellana _______________________________________.

2. Lino Brocka _____________________________________________.
3. Leonor O. Goquingco________________________________.
4. Alice Reyes _____________________________________________.
5. Ernani Cuenco
_____________________________________________.
6. Lucio San Pedro __________________________________________.
7. Antonio Molina ___________________________________________.
8. Daisy Avellana _____________________________________________.
9. Rolando S. Tinio ___________________________________________.
10. Salvador F. Bernal _________________________________________.
VII. Reflection

1. What is the highest national recognition given to Filipino

individuals who have made significant contributions to the
development of Philippine arts?

2. What are the two institutions that administer this award?

3. Name at least 5 National Artists of the Philippines and their

contributions.
Salamat