When did Cesar Legaspi became a National Artist?



19901990. He was proclaimed National Artist in painting in 1990.

Why was Cesar Legaspi chosen as a National Artist?

Legaspi belonged to the so-called “Thirteen Moderns” and later, the “Neo-realists”. His distinctive style and daring themes contributed significantly to the advent and eventual acceptance of modern art in the Philippines.

Who is the very first National Artist in the Philippines?

Fernando C. Amorsolo





The country had its first National Artist in Fernando C. Amorsolo. The official title “Grand Old Man of Philippine Art” was bestowed on Amorsolo when the Manila Hilton inaugurated its art center on January 23, 1969, with an exhibit of a selection of his works.

Who is the first National Artist world class painter in the Philippines in 1972?

Fernando Amorsolo

In 1972, Fernando Amorsolo became the first Filipino to be distinguished as the Philippine’s National Artist in Painting. He was named as the “Grand Old Man of Philippine Art” during the inauguration of the Manila Hilton’s art center, where his paintings were exhibited on January 23, 1969.

Who is the first recognized National Artist for Literature in the Philippines?

Fernando Amorsolo was the first Philippine National Artist in 1972 and since then only 73 talented individuals have been given this honor.



Which of the following Filipino painter has been awarded as National Artist of the Philippines under abstract art?



Hernando Ruiz Ocampo was a Filipino artist best known for his abstract paintings.

Who was the Filipino national abstract painter?

artist Jose Joya

National artist Jose Joya was a pioneer modern and abstract artist who was active as a painter, printmaker, mixed-media artist and ceramicist. It has been said that it was Joya who “spearheaded the birth, growth and flowering of abstract expressionism” in the Philippines.

Who is the first artist given the award of the Order of the National Artist?

Fernando Amorsolo



1001 dated April 27, 1972 to give appropriate recognition and prestige to Filipinos who have distinguished themselves and made outstanding contributions to Philippine arts and letters. The first award was conferred posthumously later that year to Fernando Amorsolo.

Who is known as the National Artist for the Visual Arts in 1973?

Guillermo Tolentino

Guillermo Tolentino (1973)