STREAMLINED II: The National Artist ARTURO LUZ Exhibition

“You are what you paint. You paint what you are.”                     

Renaissance Gallery is excited to showcase the second edition of STREAMLINED: The Art of National Artist Arturo Luz. 

Arturo Luz, recognized as a National Artist in 1997, brought a refreshing simplicity to Philippine art, standing out against the more colorful and decorative styles of his time. He focused on clear, clean lines, drawing inspiration from artists like Paul Klee, who famously described a line as “a dot taken for a walk.” Luz also admired the works of Mexican artist Rufino Tamayo, whose simplified human figures had a profound influence on him. In 1952, Luz gained recognition by winning First Prize in an art competition for a piece called "Bagong Taon," which depicted joyful New Year celebrations he had witnessed. 

"Streamlined II" highlights the enduring legacy of National Artist Arturo Luz.

Renaissance Art Gallery proudly presents the second iteration of “Streamlined: The Art of National Artist Arturo Luz” at the Art Center, SM Megamall. 

Curated by artist-critic Cid Reyes, the “Streamlined II” exhibition showcases Luz's rich and enduring legacy, highlighting his unwavering commitment to impeccable design and disciplined use of color. 

In 1951, distinguished art and literary critic Recaredo Demetillo noted, “I must draw attention to the work of Arturo Rogerio Luz. His forms are alive and distinguished; he understands abstraction and austerity, the sense of space and balance. He distorts with intuitive rightness and grace. In other words, he is a real artist.”