José T. Joya

José T. Joya (1931-1995) was a Filipino abstract artist and a National Artist of the Philippines awardee..

Profile of the Artist

Joya was a printmaker, mixed media artist, and a former dean of the University of the Philippines' College of Fine Arts. He pioneered "abstract expressionism" in the Philippines. His canvases were characterized by "dynamic spontaneity" and "quick gestures" of action painting. He is the creator of compositions that were described as "vigorous compositions" of heavy impastoes, bold brushstrokes, controlled dips, and diagonal swipes".

His works were strongly influenced by the tropical landscapes of the Philippine Islands. Among his masterpieces are the "Nanking" (a collage rendered with Asian calligraphy and forms and patterns resembling rice paddies), the "Granadean Arabesque" (1958) and "Venice Biennial" (1964).Endaya, Imelda Cajipe (artist and independent curator) and Cecilia B. Rebong (Philippine Consul-General). "Pamana: Modernong Sining" (A Heritage of Modern Art), An Art Exhibit from the Collection of the Philippine Center in New York, Printed Catalogue, The Consulate General of the Philippines, Philippine Center Management Board, and PCGNY.net, June 11, 2007, page 10]

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*Art Collection at the Philippine Center, New York City