Artists' Circle
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The Artists' Circle, is a fraternity based in the University of the Philippines which maintains a long history of service and association with its College of Fine Arts.
Some of their alumni now constitute a large portion of the faculty and is regarded as an institution of notable accomplishment and reputation in the Philippine art scene. The fraternity has existed since 1972 and although primarily focused on the visual arts, also has members focused in theater, literature, music, architecture and the sciences. Traditionally, initiated members are asked to take vows of selflessness and service through art. Conducting their meetings in round table is one of their distinctive feature.
The Artists' Circle holds exhibits and shows throughout the year but the most prominent is its annual exhibition, Kalipunan.
Loyalty, humility, and Determination are considered the core values of the fraternity. They based their fraternity emblem upon the letter "A" enclosed in shape of a circle surrounded with the golden laurel wreathes, symbolic of the motto "Art is Circle". Like some other fraternal organizations and lodges, they have secret proceedings which are undisclosed and known exclusively to initiated members.
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[edit] Artists' Circle Fraternity trivia
- The Fraternity effectively served as the local student council of the College of Fine Arts during the Martial Law Era. It's elected executive committee also performed the functions of the council following the ban on all student organizations save for fraternities.
- AC Fraternity's official colors are Navy Blue and Gold.
- AC's flowers are white rose buds.
- Began the tradition of Celebrating the "Fine Arts week" and "Lantern Parade After Party" in the University of the Philippines.
- It is required that a new member receive a unanimous vote before induction.
- The original logo of the fraternity did not include the wreathes and was almost similar to the old Army seal.
- Holds an annual art exhibit called "Kalipunan"
- The fraternity mascot is a baseball player
[edit] Kalipunan Art Exhibit
The Kalipunan Art Exhibit is a joint project of faculty brothers and resident members of the fraternity aimed at strengthening social awareness of various art forms and to lead an interest by student involvement for their growth. In the past, activities leading to the art exhibit included art contests, cultural nights and parties within and outside the campus. The campaign is bolstered by advertisement through mass media and free lectures.
The first installation of Kalipunan III is proposed to be shown on DECEMBER with succeeding activities that will last until the end of the summer term, in time with the celebration of the Fine Arts Week in U.P. Diliman. The exhibit will tour major art galleries in Manila. Some of the most-awaited young artists from the Philippines, will exhibit their works in Kalipunan.
[edit] College of Fine Arts Centennial
The year 2007 will officially mark the centennial of the College of Fine Arts, one year ahead of the University's centennial on 2008. In this light, the College is announced to closely work with the fraternity for the occasion. By the same year, the Artists' Circle will also celebrate their Emerald Anniversary and will release a book commemorating their milestones and history of service.
