Jason Bequillo

Jason Bequillo is a prominent Filipino contemporary artist known for his mastery of realism and portraiture. Born without fingers on both hands, he gained national attention for his exceptional ability to create detailed, high-fidelity oil paintings by holding his brushes between his palms.

Artistic Career and Style

  • Style: He specializes in hyper-realistic oil paintings, often focusing on portraits and traditional Filipino rural life.

  • Education: He refined his skills through apprenticeships under veteran painters Vincent Ramos and Fred Villanueva.

  • Theme: His work frequently centers on themes of resilience and faith, reflecting his own journey of overcoming physical challenges.

Major Accomplishments

  • 2013 GSIS Art Competition: He won Second Place in the Representational Category for his masterpiece “Faith Can Move Mountains.”

  • High-Profile Portraits: He has been commissioned to paint several notable figures, including former Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson.

  • Exhibitions: His work has been featured in major Philippine venues such as the GSIS Museo ng Sining and the Art Circle Gallery, as well as international showcases in Europe.

Based in Metro Manila, Bequillo continues to be a symbol of perseverance in the Filipino art community, proving that physical limitations are not a barrier to artistic excellence.