Shining a Light on Filipino Artistry
Sinag is a Tagalog term that means “ray of light or “light beam” while sining is the vernacular for any art form, be it music, visual art or poetry. This chapter shines a strong light on the diverse artwork created by renowned Filipino artists. Each piece showcases the talent of each artist, spans a wide range of styles and mediums, and depicts the many facets of Philippine life and culture. From marble sculptures of the native carabao by National Artist Napoleon Abueva, an oil painting of harvest scenes by the Grand Old Man of Philippine Art, Fernando Amorsolo, and Mauro Malang’s vivid abstract portrayal of local village life to Toym de Leon Imao’s shoe sculpture representing the plight of factory workers whose factories closed during the 2020 pandemic, the art in this chapter captures the vibrancy and the dynamic spirit of the Philippines.
These pages reflect the way the artists not only preserve the past but also comment on the present and envision the future, offering insights into the complexities of Filipino identity and the country’s place in the world.
This website aims to showcase the artistic legacy of our nation to foster cultural diplomacy and mutual understanding to enhance diplomatic relations with other nations through the universal language of art.
It will also serve as a resource for research and education that could be made accessible to researchers and the general public to have an appreciation of our artistic, cultural and diplomatic heritage.
