Fernando Amorsolo

Art Brokerage: Fernando Amorsolo Filipino Artist: b. 1892-1972. Born on May 30, 1892, in Manila, Amorsolo was the eldest of five children. His parents, Pedro Amorsolo and Bonifacia Cueto, were both talented musicians who encouraged their son's artistic talents from an early age. Amorsolo began his formal art education at the Liceo de Manila where he studied under the artist Fabian de la Rosa. He later went to the University of the Philippines School of Fine Arts, where he further honed his skills in painting and fine arts. Throughout his career, Amorsolo was recognized for his use of bright colors, particularly the vibrant hues of the Philippine sun, and his romanticized depictions of local life and culture. Fernando Amorsolo was known for his vivid depictions of landscapes, rural life, and portraits. Listings wanted.