Claim: Nicaraguan painter Armando Morales (January 15, 1927 – November 16, 2011) is considered one of the most important painters of Nicaragua, and has received many awards for his works, such as his first award at the Central American Painting Contest that was held in Nicaragua in 1956.
Evidence: He received his first award at the Central American Painting Contest "15 de Septiembre" (September 15) which was held in Guatemala in 1956.