Fernando Amorsolo
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Fernando Amorsolo y Cueto was a portraitist and painter of rural Philippine landscapes. Nicknamed the "Grand Old Man of Philippine Art," he was the first-ever to be recognized as a National Artist of the Philippines. He was recognized as such for his "pioneering use of impressionistic technique" as well as his skill in the use of lighting and backlighting in his paintings, "significant not only in the development of Philippine art but also in the formation of Filipino notions of self and identity."
Young Fernando Amorsolo in 1917
Antipolo by Fernando Amorsolo, depicting Filipinos celebrating the annual pilgrimage to Antipolo, with the pre-War cathedral depicted in the background.
Amorsolo in his studio
Sketch of a woman, whose unfinished style is representative of Amorsolo's sketching
National Artist of the Philippines
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The Order of National Artists of the Philippines is an order bestowed by the President of the Philippines on Philippine nationals who have made significant contributions to the development of Philippine art. Members of the Order are known as National Artists. Originally instituted as an Award, it was elevated to the status of an order in 2003.
Image: Ferdinand Marcos at the White House
Image: Francisca Reyes Aquino Order of National Artists (cropped)
Image: Botong Francisco 2012 stamp of the Philippines (cropped)
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