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Fernando Amorsolo


Image result for fernando amorsoloFernando Amorsolo was the 1st National Artist in 1972 and was named as the Grand Man of Philippine Art in 1969. He’s known for his craftsmanship and mastery in the use of light. His artworks are Planting Rice, Fruit Gatherer, Maiden in a Stream, etc. His artworks are often pertained as “the true reflections of the Filipino soul.”

These are the recognition and achievements of Fernando Amorsolo: 
  • 1908 – 2nd Prize, Bazar Escolta (Asocacion Internacional de Artistas), for Levendo Periodico
  • 1922 – 1st Prize, Commercial and Industrial Fair in the Manila Carnival
  • 1929 – 1st Prize, New York’s World Fair, for Afternoon Meal of Rice Workers (also known as Noonday Meal of the Rice Workers)
  • 1940 – Outstanding University of the Philippines Alumnus Award
  • 1959 – Gold Medal, UNESCO National Commission
  • 1961 – Rizal Pro Patria Award
  • 1961 – Honorary Doctorate in the Humanities, from the Far Eastern University
  • 1963 – Diploma of Merit from the University of the Philippines
  • 1963 – Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan Award, from the City of Manila
  • 1963 – Republic Cultural Heritage Award
  • 1972 – Gawad CCP para sa Sining, from the Cultural Center of the Philippines

Artworks:
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 Fruit Gatherer

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Maiden in a Stream

Sources:
https://www.mutualart.com/Artwork/Maidens-by-a-Stream/CC813ECC54344582
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/657595983063977676/ 
https://fernandoamorsolo.wordpress.com/2012/01/24/awards-and-achievements/