REVIEWER IN CONTEMPORARY ARTS 3. Proclamation No. 1144, s.

1973 (CCP Board

PREPARED BY: MR. WARREN AGRAMON of Trustees) – National Artist Awards
4. Committee
Ramon Orlina, a glass sculptor, defined art as 5. Executive Order No. 236 s. 2003 (Honors
“Creating something new, something original and Code of the Philippines)
something different. Art is life. 6. Executive Order No. 435, s. 2005 – amended
Art is the expression or application of human Sec. 5 of EO 236, giving the President the
creative skill and imagination. power to name National Artists without the
Contemporary art is the art that springs out of the need of a recommendation.
present-day events and passions of the society.
Modern art refers to art that began in the 1880s. Criteria
Traditional arts are kind of arts, which are a part of 1. Living artists who have been Filipino citizens
any culture, skills and knowledge of a group or for the last ten years prior to nomination as
generation of people. well
1. as those who have died after the
The Various Characteristics of Contemporary Art establishment of the award in 1972 but were
Forms Filipino citizens at the time of their death;
1. It is conceptual, innovative, expressive, and 2. Artists who have helped build a Filipino sense
experimental. of nationhood through the content and form of
2. It allows the viewers to participate in the experience their works;
and is urged to validate his/her own beliefs and 2. Artists who have distinguished themselves by
feelings. pioneering in a mode of creative expression
3. It evokes more intense emotions from its spectators. or style, making an impact on succeeding
Integrative Arts refers to the interdisciplinary art, art generations of artists;
study, development, production, display, or 3. Artists who have created a significant body of
creative creation of work that makers full use of two or works and/or have consistently displayed
more disciplines of art to produce a work for a excellence in the practice of their art form,
particular public. enriching artistic expression or style; and
Installation art is an artistic genre of three- 4. Artists who enjoy broad acceptance through
dimensional works that are often site-specific and prestigious national and/or international
designed to transform the perception of a space. recognition, awards in prestigious national
Interactive art is a form of art that involves the and/or international events, critical acclaim
spectator in a way that allows the art to achieve its and/or reviews of their works, and/or respect
purpose. and esteem from peers within an artistic
discipline.
The word “artist” refers to the one who professes GAWAD SA MANLILIKHA NG BAYAN (NATIONAL
and practices an imaginative art. LIVING TREASURES AWARD)
the Filipino artist’s role is four-fold: 1. It is conferred on Filipinos who are at the
1. The PERSONAL The artist expresses what he or forefront of the practice, preservation and
she feels. promotion of the nation’s traditional folk arts.
2. The SOCIAL The artist expresses what he or she 2. Republic Act No. 7355 (Manlilikha ng Bayan
sees around him/her. Act) – the state’s recognition of such
3. The PHYSICAL The artist finds a need to create sociocultural contributions was formalized
something not only pleasing to look at but something through this act in 1992.
useful as well. 3. Senate Resolution No. (SRN) 765 – this
4. The IMMATERIAL The artist gives form to the resolution was adopted by the Senate of the
immaterial, the hidden truth of the universe, and the Philippines in 2014, aimed at recognizing the
spiritual force that inhabits the world. accomplishments of the country’s living
treasures.
The Role of Filipino Artists HOW DOES ONE BECOME A MANLILIKHA NG
1. The Filipino artist gives his or her opinions BAYAN?
about the culture of his or her time. To become a Manlilikha ng Bayan, an individual or
2. The Filipino artist is a crusader, attempting to group candidate must:
sway the viewer to his or her side. 1. Possess a mastery of tools and materials
3. The Filipino artist has become a social critic. needed for the traditional, folk art and be a
4. The Filipino artist also becomes an advocate maker of works of extraordinary technical
for what he or she believes in. quality;
5. The Filipino artist is versatile. 2. Have consistently produced works of superior
National Artist quality over significant period;
1. is a Filipino citizen who has been given the 3. Have engaged in a traditional and folk art
rank and title of National Artist in recognition which has been in existence and documented
of his or her significant contributions to the for at least fifty (50) years;
development of Philippine Art and letters 4. Command respect and inspire admiration of
2. it was established by virtue of Presidential the country with his character and integrity;
Proclamation No. 1001, s. 1972 which 5. Must have transferred and/or willing to
created the Award and Decoration of National transfer to other members of the community
Artist. the skills in
 6. the traditional and folk arts for which the VARIETY is the use of several elements of design to
community has become nationally known. hold the viewer’s attention and to guide the viewer’s
7. However, a candidate who, due to age or eye through and around the work of art.
infirmity, has left him/her/them incapable of APPROPRIATION is when an artist creates a new
teaching further his/her/their craft, may still be work of art by taking preexisting images from other
recognized provided that he/she/they must source.
possess the qualifications as enumerated HYBRIDITY Artists use hybridity in their work through
above. the blending of new or unusual materials with
traditional mediums. The incorporation of these
Art Evaluation: An Introduction materials, such as recycled or industrial materials, play
The task of evaluating a work of art requires a an important role in the meaning of the artwork.
combination of objective information and subjective TECHNOLOGY It is the usage of technology in the
opinion. creation and dissemination of art works.
Steps to Critique an Artwork Video posting, sharing and live streaming are also
I. Description examples of this art.
1. What is the title of the artwork? SPACE - This contemporary element transforms
2. Who is the artist space into art. Art forms are positioned in a specific
3. When and where was it created? space such as public places.
4. What media was used? National Commission for Culture and the Arts
5. Is there a primary subject in the piece? (NCCA) It is the overall policy making body,
6. What specific elements of art can you find coordinating, and grants giving agency for the
within this piece? preservation, development and promotion of Philippine
II. Analysis arts and culture; an executing agency for the policies it
1. How do elements of art interact with each formulates.
other? Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) provides
2. What specific elements stand out? performance and exhibition venues for various local
3. What principles of design can you find? and international. Its artistic programs include the
III. Interpretation production of performances, festivals, exhibitions,
1. What is the artist trying to communicate? cultural research, outreach, preservation, and
2. What thoughts or feelings come up when you publication of materials on Philippine art and culture.
see the piece? National Library of the Philippines (NLP) is the
3. Express your opinion but always back it up repository of the printed and recorded cultural heritage
with evidence. of the country and other intellectual, literary and
IV. Judgment information sources.
1. Do you like it? Why or why not? Art Association of the Philippines to advance, foster
2. Is the artwork effective? and promote the interests of those who work in Fine
3. What criteria do you think are important that Arts, including painters, sculptors, and graphic artists,
help0ed you in concluding your judgment? to protect and secure the rights of such artists in their
professional activities, to procure appropriate
Elements of Art legislation upon which policies as shall secure united
Line Line is the extension of a point, a short or long action of all members of the said professional for the
mark drawn or carved on a surface. common good.
Shape and Form When the ends of a line meet, they National Archives of the Philippines (NAP) It is the
form a shape. primary records management agency, tasked to
Color Probably the most striking art element that formulate and implement the records schedule and
catches the eye is color. vital records protection programs for the government.
Hue, which refers to the basic or pure color, and is
represented in the color wheel.
Value, which refers to the lightness and darkness of
color.
Saturation, which refers to brightness and dullness of
color.
Texture is the surface of an artwork. This element
refers to the feel or appearance of a surface
BALANCE is the distribution of the visual weight of
objects, colors, texture, and space.
EMPHASIS is the part of the design that catches the
viewer’s attention
MOVEMENT is the path the viewer’s eye takes through
the work of art, often to focal areas
PROPORTION is the feeling of unity created when all
parts (sizes, amounts, or number) relate well with each
other.
UNITY is the feeling of harmony between all parts of
the work of art, which creates a sense of
completeness.