“In the spirit of original school of realism, social realism in the Philippines stresses the choice of contemporary subject matter drawn from the conditions and events of one’s time. The artist consciously situates himself and his art in the historical process and in his society. For him, this is more than assuming an intellectual position, for it involves the active and practical aspect of interacting with the people who are the subject matter of his work and engaging in the current issues that affect our lives.”
“Doubtless, social realism has asserted itself as a strong and lasting trend in Philippine art. From the small group of trailblazing artists, it has spread to the different regions of the country and has guided many young artists of talent who believe that art crystallizes the experiences and aspirations of a people and that art, in its social and political dimensions, is a vital part of the historical moment, of lived life in the present struggle, at the same time that it projects a vision of a new human order that has inspired our hearts and minds”.

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Price: PHP1,350.00

Author: Amadís Ma. Guerrero

Genre: Art

Publisher: Erewhon