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Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Infobox artist Allan Cosio (June 20, 1941 – April 29, 2021) was a Filipino painter, sculptor and production designer.[1]

Career

Cosio, who was self-taught, was first noticed in the Philippine art scene during the 1970s. He started in theater as a thespian prior to becoming a set designer.[2] He was a member of the Saturday Group of Artists.[3]

From the 1970s to the 1980s, Cosio led the Arts Association of the Philippines as its president. His painting earned him sponsorship from the British Council and the Pollock-Krasner Foundation.[3]

Cosio has had his works exhibited in the United States and numerous countries in Europe and Asia.[4]

One of his known works is the Art for Peace trilogy, which won an international competition in Baghdad, Iraq.[1]

Cosio is also a recipient of the City of Manila Award for Painting and Sculpture and the French government-bestowed Ordre des Arts et des Lettres with a grade of Chevalier.[1]

Personal life

Cosio was married to Ivi Avellana, a former theatre actress, with whom he had two daughters.[5]

Death

Cosio died on April 29, 2021, in his home province of Pampanga from COVID-19.[1][6]

References

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