Contemporary Philippine

Arts from the Regions

Quarter 1
Module 7

The Order of
National Artists
Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions – Grade 12
Quarter 1 – Module 7: The Order of National Artists
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 Contemporary Philippine
Arts from the Regions

Quarter 1
Self-Learning Module 7

The Order of National Artists

Introductory Message

For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Contemporary Arts from the Philippine Regions (Grade 12)
Module on The Order of National Artists!

This Self-Learning Module was collaboratively designed, developed, and

reviewed by educators from the Schools Division Office of Pasig City headed by its
Officer-in-Charge Schools Division Superintendent, Ma. Evalou Concepcion A.
Agustin, in partnership with the City Government of Pasig through its mayor,
Honorable Victor Ma. Regis N. Sotto. The writers utilized the standards set by the K
to 12 Curriculum using the Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELC) in
developing this instructional resource.

This learning material hopes to engage the learners in guided and

independent learning activities at their own pace and time. Further, this also aims
to help learners acquire the needed 21st century skills especially the 5 Cs, namely:
Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Character while
taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the
body of the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies
that will help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this
module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them
to manage their own learning. Moreover, you are expected to encourage and assist
the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.
 For the learner:

Welcome to the Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions Module on

The Order of National Artists!

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You
will be enabled to process the contents of the learning material while being an
active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

Expectations - These point to the set of knowledge and skills

that you will learn after completing the module.

Pretest - This measures your prior knowledge about the lesson

at hand.

Recap - This part of the module provides a review of concepts

and skills that you already know about a previous lesson.

Lesson - This section discusses the topic in the module.

Activities - This is a set of activities that you need to perform.

Wrap-Up - This section summarizes the concepts and

application of the lesson.

Valuing - This part integrates a desirable moral value in the

lesson.

Posttest - This measure how much you have learned from the
entire module.
 EXPECTATIONS

By the end of this lesson, the learner is expected to…

1. discuss the creation, legal basis, criteria, and categories of the Order of
National Artists;
2. and show understanding of the lesson by determining the artists who are
deserving of the recognition.

PRETEST
Choose the letter of the best answer and write it on the blank provided before the
number.
______ 1. He is the first person to be recognized as a National Artist in the
Philippines.
A. Fernando Amorsolo B. Juan Luna C. Jose Rizal D. Lea Salonga
______ 2. These are the two institutions that oversee the Order of National Artists.
A. LGU & NCAA B. CCP & NCAA C. UP & CBCP D. CCP & NCCA
______ 3. The following are the categories included in the Order of National Artists,
except for…
A. Broadcast Arts B. Cinema C. Theater D. Allied Arts
______ 4. The Proclamation No. _______, dated April 2, 1972, established the Award
and Decoration of National Artist.
A. 1001 B. 1100 C. 1101 D. 1011
______ 5. The Executive Order No. ______, S. _______, raised the level of the National
Artist Award into Cultural Order.
A. 256, S. 2005 B. 246, S. 2005 C. 266 S. 2003 D. 236, S. 2003

RECAP
In the previous module, there are five (5) in the Elements of Dance that were
discussed, which are body, action, space, time, and energy. It can be
remembered through the abbreviation “BASTE”.
  Body refers to the what is being used to perform – the parts, shapes, and
figures made by the body and their relationship with the other elements.
 Action pertains to the movements that the dancer performs, which includes
the dance steps, facial expressions, and gestures. It is divided into two:
locomotor, which moves the body from one location to the other, and non-
locomotor movements, which do not cause the body to move to another
space.
 Space is the relationship of the dancer to another dancer and the area where
the dance occurs. The space can be analyzed through the place where the
dancer is, whether they are dancing on a spot (personal space) or through
the space (general space)
 Time is the rhythm, metered or free, in dance. Time is divided into three
kinds: clock time, sensed time, and event-sequence.
 Lastly, energy is how dance movements happen. This helps convey the
emotion of the routine.

LESSON

The Order of National Artists, or Orden ng Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng

Sining, is the highest rank and title given to Filipino artists who have greatly
contributed to the evolution of Philippine Arts. A person can be honored for one or
more of the 7 categories: visual arts, music, dance, theater, literature, film and
broadcast arts, and architecture and allied arts. The Cultural Center of the
Philippines (CCP) and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA)
are the institutions that oversee the order. Individuals are recognized as National
Artists upon their recommendation, with President of the Philippines bestowing the
award.

The colors of the logo of the Order of National Artists

symbolize the Philippine flag. In the middle, there are
three Baybayin characters read as “ᜃᜃᜃᜃᜃka” which
stand for the CCP’s motto: “Katotohanan, Kabutihan,
at Kagandahan”.

As a symbolism of their rank and status, National

Artists are given an insignia, the Grand Collar. It is a
silver-gilted bronze which features the arts on
circular links and the logo hanging on a sampaguita
wreath in green and white enamel.
Figure 1 The Order of National Artist
Logo The Order of National Artists was established by the
virtue of Former President Ferdinand Marcos’
Proclamation No. 1001, dated April 2, 1972, which created the Award and
Decoration of National Artist and declared Fernando Amorsolo as the first National
Artist.
The Executive Order No. 236 s. 2003: Honors Code of the Philippines raised the
National Artist Award into the level of Cultural Order, which made it the fourth
highest recognition the government of the Philippines can give, behind the Quezon
Service Cross, Order of Lakandula, Order of Sikatuna, Philippine Legion of Honor,
and Order of Gabriela Silang, and equal to the Order of National Scientists, Order
of National Social Scientists, and Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan. It was also
renamed the “Order of National Artists (Orden ng Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng
Sining)”.

Criteria for the Order of National Artists

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:
• prestigious national and/or international recognition, such as the Gawad
CCP Para sa Sining, CCP Thirteen Artists Award and NCCA Alab ng Haraya;
• critical acclaim and/or reviews of their works;
• respect and esteem from peers.

Honors and Privileges of National Artists

1. The rank and title of National Artist, as proclaimed by the President of the
Philippines;
2. The insignia of a National Artist and a citation;
3. A lifetime emolument and material and physical benefits comparable in value to
those received by the highest officers of the land such as:
 a state funeral and burial at the Libingan ng mga Bayani;
 ₱100,000.00 in cash for living artists, while ₱75,000.00 are given to
posthumous awardees to their legal heirs
 a monthly life pension, medical and hospitalization benefits

Categories of the Order of National Artists

1. Visual Arts – including but not limited to painting, sculpture, printmaking,
photography, installation art, mixed media works, illustration, graphic arts,
performance art and/or imaging. There are 17 National Artists for Visual Arts.
2. Music – including but not limited to singing, composition, direction, and/or
performance. There are 14 National Artists for Music.
3. Dance – including but not limited to choreography, direction and/or
performance. There are 5 National Artists for Dance.
4. Theater - Including but not limited to direction, performance and/or production
design. There is a total of 8 National Artists for Theater, including 1 for Theater
Design.
5. Literature – including but not limited to poetry, fiction, essay, playwriting,
journalism, and/or literary criticism. There are 18 National Artists for Literature.
6. Film and Broadcast Arts – including but not limited to direction, writing,
production design, cinematography, editing, camera work, and/or performance.
There are 8 National Artists for Film and Broadcast Arts.
7. Architecture and Allied Arts - including but not limited to architecture, interior
design, industrial arts design, landscape architecture, and fashion design. There
are 6 National Artists for Architecture, and 1 for Allied Arts (fashion design).

ACTIVITY
Choose 3 persons who deserve to be recognized as members of the Order of
National Artists and answer the following statements below.

Nominee no. 1
Name and category/ies: __________________________________________________________
What is he/she known for? List down at least five (5) of his/her famous works.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
List down at least five (5) of his/her accomplishments, awards, accolades.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
In 4-5 sentences, explain why he/she deserves to be honored as a National Artist.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________

Criteria checklist (2 points each)

1. A living artist who is a Filipino citizen at the time of nomination or
died after 1972 but a Filipino citizen at the time of his/her death
2. Contributed in building a Filipino sense of nationhood through the
content and form of his/her works
3. Pioneered in a mode of creative expression or style, thus earning
distinction, and making an impact on succeeding generations of
artists
4. 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
5. Won prestigious national and international awards, has critically
acclaimed works, and respected by peers

Nominee no. 2
Name and category/ies: __________________________________________________________
What is he/she known for? List down at least five (5) of his/her famous works.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
List down at least five (5) of his/her accomplishments, awards, accolades.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
In 4-5 sentences, explain why he/she deserves to be honored as a National Artist.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________

Criteria checklist (2 points each)

1. A living artist who is a Filipino citizen at the time of nomination or
died after 1972 but a Filipino citizen at the time of his/her death
2. Contributed in building a Filipino sense of nationhood through the
content and form of his/her works
3. Pioneered in a mode of creative expression or style, thus earning
distinction, and making an impact on succeeding generations of
artists
4. 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
5. Won prestigious national and international awards, has critically
acclaimed works, and respected by peers

Nominee no. 3
Name and category/ies: __________________________________________________________
What is he/she known for? List down at least five (5) of his/her famous works.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
List down at least five (5) of his/her accomplishments, awards, accolades.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
In 4-5 sentences, explain why he/she deserves to be honored as a National Artist.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________

Criteria checklist (2 points each)

1. A living artist who is a Filipino citizen at the time of nomination or
died after 1972 but a Filipino citizen at the time of his/her death
2. Contributed in building a Filipino sense of nationhood through the
content and form of his/her works
3. Pioneered in a mode of creative expression or style, thus earning
distinction, and making an impact on succeeding generations of
artists
4. 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
5. Won prestigious national and international awards, has critically
acclaimed works, and respected by peers

WRAP-UP

Read each statement below carefully. On the space provided before the number,
write T if it is TRUE, and F if the statement is FALSE
________ 1. The Order of National Artists is the highest recognition given to any
Filipino.
________ 2. National Artists have the privilege to be buried at the Libingan ng mga
Bayani.
________ 3. The ONA recognizes excellence in the fields of Music, Dance, Theater,
Visual Arts, Literature, Film and Broadcast Arts, and Architecture and Media Arts.
________ 4. Fernando Amorsolo created the award.
________ 5. The Honors Code of the Philippines changed the Award and Decoration
of National Artists to the National Artist Award.

VALUING

The learners knowing and understanding the Order of National Artists will give
them pride and a sense of nationalism as Filipino artists. It may also serve as a
motivation for young artists to keep on practicing and honing their craft to achieve
excellence as the country recognizes effort and contribution to Philippine Art.
 POSTTEST

Choose the letter of the best answer and write it on the blank provided before the
number.
______ 1. The Award and Decoration of National Artist was established in the year…
A. 1972 B. 1973 C. 1974 D. 1975
______ 2. In the Honors Code of the Philippines, the Order of National Artists is
ranked as the _____ highest national recognition by the government of the
Philippines.
A. 2nd B. 3rd C. 4th D. 5th
______ 3. “Katotohanan, _____________, Kagandahan” is the CCP’s motto.
A. Katarungan B. Kabutihan C. Kabaitan D. Kagalang-galangan
______ 4. Journalism and playwrighting are included in which category?
A. Theater B. Broadcast Arts C. Literature D. None of the above
______ 5. The following are included in the category of Film and Broadcast Arts,
except…
A. Production Design B. Direction C. Cinematography D. Performance Art

KEY TO CORRECTION

5. F 5. D. Performance Art 5. D. No. 236 S. 2003

4. F 4. C. Literature 4. A. 1001
3. F 3. B. Kabutihan 3. B. Cinema
2. T 2. B. 4th 2. D. CCP and NCCA
1. F 1. A. 1972 1. A. Fernando Amorsolo
Wrap-Up Post-Test Pre-Test

REFERENCE
“The Order of National Artists: GOVPH.” Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines.
Accessed July 4, 2020. https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/the-order-of-national-artists/.