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• Tradition is a cultural or social practice that remains in use for several generations, generating a rootedness with the society in which it develops
• Society adopts these practices as its own and adopts them as elements of its identity
• Traditions become Contemporary and Contemporary becomes traditional due to cultural appropriation and cultural assimilation
• Cultural practices are adopted or absorbed by a different culture
• Teofilo Garcia, a farmer in San Quintin, Abra Province, transformed upo harvest into durable hats
• Each upo or tabungaw is hollowed out, polished, and varnished to make weather-resistant hats
• Thin strips of rattan or uway are woven to line the hat, while intricate weaves made of fern or nito are used as decoration
• Garcia initiated training for students at San Quintin National High School to pass the knowledge of tabungaw hat making
• Inspiring the youth to value the tradition and ensure its upkeep
• GAMABA stands for "Gawad sa manlilikhang bayan" or "National Living Treasure"
• Individuals who received the award include Lang Dulay, Salinta Monon, Darhata Sawabi, Haja Amina Appi, Magdalena Gamayo, Ginaw Bilog, Masino Intaray, Samaon Sulaiman, Alonzo Saclag, Federico Caballero, Uwang Ahadas, and Eduardo Tubig Mutuc
• Contemporary refers to everything that takes place in the present time
• Any activity or practice that occurs during the current time is considered contemporary
• When a tradition becomes ingrained in society and remains in force during the present, the traditional becomes contemporary
• The contemporary can also become traditional if it achieves sufficient roots in society
• Halloween festivities are an example of a tradition that has become a contemporary event
• Issues related to awards can include bias in selection processes, lack of transparency, favoritism, and awards becoming more about politics or popularity rather than merit
• Controversies can arise surrounding who gets nominated or awarded, as well as concerns about the impact of awards on the broader culture or industry
• The National Artist Award and the GAMABA (Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan) recognize different forms of artistic expression and their significance within the cultural landscape of a nation
• GAMABA honors traditional artists or cultural bearers who have demonstrated excellence and mastery in their respective traditional art forms
• National Artist Award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the development and promotion of the arts in various fields
• GAMABA honors traditional artists who have preserved and enriched the country's cultural heritage through communal or traditional artistic expressions
• National Artists often work in urban centers, while GAMABA awardees are rooted in rural or indigenous communities
• National Artist Award values innovation, creativity, mastery of technique, and cultural impact within mainstream artistic spheres
• GAMABA emphasizes the preservation, authenticity, and continuation of traditional cultural practices deeply rooted in local communities
• Tourism can lead to ecological damage and the transformation of native art forms into mass-produced souvenirs
• Mining and infrastructure projects displace indigenous peoples and damage the environment, prompting short-term employment in these industries
• Militarization can hinder communal gatherings and the passing of knowledge, affecting the ability to create art
• Christianization can lead to the abandonment of indigenous rituals and traditions, but some communities find ways to syncretize their indigenous ways with Christianity
• The production process involves sourcing raw materials, manufacturing, and quality control to meet predefined standards and ensure customer satisfaction
• Technological advancements, market demands, regulatory requirements, and supply chain disruptions influence production operations
• Difficulties in the selection process for awards can arise due to the archipelagic orientation of the Philippines and security risks in certain locations
• The award-giving body must be critical, transparent, and judicious in the selection and awarding processes of the GAMABA
• The GAMABA award system may create divisions within communities when one person is elevated to the status of a national awardee, impacting social, economic relationships, and attitudes towards art forms
• The production process is evolving due to changes in technology, consumer preferences, regulations, and environmental concerns, with companies integrating new methods for efficiency and sustainability