HB09010: AN ACT DECLARING DECEMBER 23 OF EVERY YEAR A NON-WORKING HOLIDAY IN THE CITY OF DAGUPAN, PROVINCE OF PANGASINAN, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DAGPUPAN-BORN NATIONAL ARTIST VICTORIO EDADES, TO BE KNOWN AS VICTORIO EDADES DAY
This bill proposes to declare December 23 of every year as a non-working holiday in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, in commemoration of the birth anniversary of National Artist Victorio Edades. Edades, known as the "Father of Modern Philippine Painting," was born in Dagupan and is celebrated for his revolutionary artistic style that challenged the conservative art norms of his time, despite initial lack of appreciation from his countrymen. The bill aims to honor his legacy and recognize his significant contribution to Philippine art.
The impact and significance of "Victorio Edades Day" on the people of Dagupan City and the broader cultural landscape would be substantial. It serves as a local tribute to a national figure, fostering a sense of pride and cultural identity within Dagupan. More broadly, it encourages a deeper appreciation for Philippine modern art, creative experimentation, and the courage to defy conventional thought, inspiring future generations of artists and revolutionaries to pursue their unique visions, thereby enriching the nation's artistic heritage.