There is an exhibit on National Artist Vicente Manansala’s works in SM Megamall. I happened to pass by the area after spending almost an entire afternoon searching for a Moen kitchen faucet. If you’re an art student or simply an art lover, better check them out before they’re gone. 
I am not really familiar with different art forms. Often times I hold a biased view against art forms that do not conform to the standard. Cubism, a Picasso-inspired art form, is something I didn’t understand until I saw how Manansala used the style – like mirrors reflecting overlapping images. He used the post-war cityscape of Manila as his subjects – from vendors of Quiapo, jeepneys to women in the slums. His works were a visual feast of colors and style, combining an Amorsolo-like artistry to Picasso’s cubism.
So so inspiring.
I have featured the works of Manansala in my blog sometime ago. Manansala is one of the greatest Filipino painter in the mold of Fernando Amorsolo, Ben Cabrera, and others. His mural can still be seen at FEU. Thanks for featuring him. God bless you always.
I liked Amorsolo for his style. But I admire Manansala most for his creativity. ‘This guy was exceptionally gifted.