Featured Stamps
Al Perez has been a major contributor and a valued member of the Philippine Tuberculosis Society Inc. (PTSI) TB Seal Committee. His artwork has been featured annually in this significant fundraising initiative, which supports crucial tuberculosis outreach and advocacy programs. In 2017, PTSI launched the "Shrines of Faith" TB Seal Campaign, showcasing Perez’s stunning depictions of 40 sacred sites across the Philippines. PTSI’s efforts have been widely recognized, winning several awards, including First Prize at the 2013 Christmas Seals Contest in Paris, France, from The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) for the "Symphony of Flowers - Panagbenga Festival" design, which features Perez's Panagbenga Festival painting in se-tenant block of six. Perez’s artistry celebrates cultural heritage and drives essential support for public health initiatives.
Photo courtesy of Philippine Tuberculosis Society Inc (PTSI), Facebook Page
Photo courtesy of Philippine Postal Corporation, Phlpost.gov.ph
The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) last Christmas in 2023 released a special series of postage stamps featuring the exquisite artwork of Al Perez. These stamps showcase his timeless renditions of the Mother and Child, reflecting the enduring and boundless love akin to the connection between Mary and Jesus. PHLPost has printed 20,000 copies of the four (4) different designs of the stamps with a denomination of P16.00 and another 800 pieces of limited first day cover envelopes as collector’s items.
The Stamps and official first day covers shall be available at the second floor of Manila Central Post Office Annex Bldg. located at the back of the fire gutted historic structure.¹
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Philippine Postal Corporation 2023, PHLPost Releases Christmas 2023 Stamps Featuring Mother And Child, Philippine government, accessed 22 December 2023, <https://phlpost.gov.ph/>