Arturo R. Luz was named National Artist of the Philippines for Visual Arts in 1997.
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Fernando Amorsolo was the first awardee of the National Artist of the Philippines in 1972. He was recognized for his contributions to Philippine art, particularly known for his traditional rural landscapes and portraits.
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The national animal of the Philippines is the Carabao.
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Jose Garcia Villa was awarded as the National Artist of the
Philippines for Literature in 1973. He was married to Rosemarie
Lamb.