Pandy aviado biography

Virgilio “Pandy” Aviado (b.
During the pandemic-induced lockdown, artist Virgilio "Pandy" Aviado reflected on his past works and redefined his artistic direction, realizing.
Virgilio “Pandy” Aviado is a Filipino Asian Modern & Contemporary artist who was born in 1944.

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Virgilio "Pandy" Aviado is one of the country's innovators of contemporary printmaking. Early on, Aviado recognized his artistic talent and chose to develop it at the PWU College of Music and Fine Arts under the guidance of Manuel Rodriguez Sr., a legendary printmaker. After graduating in 1967, he had his first solo exhibition at the Luz Gallery, and he represents the Philippines in the Sao Paulo Biennial in Brazil. Aviado receives a fine arts scholarship from Relaciones Culturales de Espana in Madrid, Spain in 1969. In 1986, he returned to PWU, where he becomes Dean of the College of Music and Fine Arts until 1989. In addition, Aviado held the positions of director of the CCP's Visual Arts Coordinating Center and president of the Art Association of the Philippines.

For his devotion to and excellence in printmaking, Virgilio "Pandy" Aviado received the Patnubay ng Sining Award the highest recognition an artist can receive from the city government of Manila during the Araw ng Maynila celebration in 2009, and The Gawad Tanglaw ng Lahi from the Ateneo d

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Pandy Aviado: Carpe Artem

On-going until May 27 at Altro Mondo Creative Space in Makati is a solo exhibit of paintings and prints by Pandy Aviado. The exhibit, titled “Carpe Artem,” presents Aviado's creative output during the pandemic lockdown, his first in years.

A gallery handout describes Aviado’s work as “manifold, masterful, and reflective of his idiosyncratic energy.”

“He isn't content to paint what's expected of him, instead treading beyond the boundaries of his art-making practice to reach the most refined, confident version of his aesthetic possible. Each artwork emerges as a revelation–of what Aviado himself is capable of, of the infinite possibilities of creative expression, and of art as a whole,” it adds.

Born in 1944, Aviado is considered one of the Philippines’ leading visual artists and a pioneer of contemporary printmaking. He enrolled at the Philippine Women’s University (PWU) College of Music and Fine Arts and had his first solo exhibit at the Luz Gallery in 1967. The exhibit opened the doors for further studies in Madrid and Paris, and exhibits

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Pandy Aviado

Virgilio “Pandy” Aviado (b. 1944) is a celebrated Filipino artist known for his mastery of printmaking. Recognized as one of the top ten printmakers globally, Aviado has worked alongside esteemed artists such as Anita Magsaysay-Ho, Cesar Legaspi, Fernando Zobel, and Jose Joya. His passion for printmaking extends beyond traditional techniques, as he actively promotes new methods to make the art form more accessible to emerging artists. Aviado’s artistic journey began under the guidance of Araceli Dans and Manuel Rodriguez, Sr., and he continued his studies at the University of Sto. Tomas and the Philippine Women’s University. As a founding member of the Ateneo Art Gallery Arts Club, Aviado has played a vital role in supporting the growth of the arts in the Philippines. His exceptional talent and dedication have earned him numerous exhibitions, awards, and accolades both locally and internationally. Aviado’s artistic pursuits extend beyond printmaking to encompass paintings, drawings, and mixed media works, showcasing his versatility and creative vision.