HR01835: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE PROFOUND CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF MR. ARTURO R. LUZ
This resolution expresses the profound sympathy and sincere condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of Mr. Arturo Rogerio Luz, an esteemed Philippine National Artist for Visual Arts, who passed away at the age of 94 on May 26, 2021. Mr. Luz was a versatile artist, excelling as a painter, sculptor, and designer, and also had a successful career as a gallerist, notably for State functions. He championed a modernist visual language in Philippine art, and his work included assembling a collection of contemporary Philippine art for the opening of New York's Philippine Center in 1974.
Arturo R. Luz's impact on Philippine art and culture is deeply ingrained, as he played a pivotal role in professionalizing the art gallery as an institution promoting contemporary art through his Luz Gallery. He received numerous awards for his contributions, including the Republic Cultural Heritage Award for Painting, and was designated a National Artist by the Philippine government in 1997, the country's highest cultural accolade. His leadership as the founding director of both the Metropolitan Museum of Manila and the Design Center of the Philippines further solidified his legacy in shaping the country's artistic landscape and promoting innovative design.