Doc PenPen’s Resurgence: A Triumph of Strength and Artistry
Despite the cyber libel case that he filed against those libelers, Doc PenPen remains a beacon of forgiveness and inclusivity. He extends an open invitation to his former detractors and adversaries to join him in his future projects and continue to champion his vision of “No Colors, No Races, All Colors, All Races, All Loves, Embraces”. Continue reading Doc PenPen’s Resurgence: A Triumph of Strength and Artistry
Tanay, Hane! Festival and Some Friends from Asosasyon ng Artistang Pilipino ng Tanay (AAP Tanay)
Tanay is a first-class municipality in the Province of Rizal. It is situated at the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range, the longest mountain range in the Philippines. Founded as a separate pueblo or town in 1606, it has become a full-fledged municipality 200 years later. Then, here comes Tanay, Hane! Festival–a celebration of Tanay’s rich history, culture, and tradition. I was messaged by … Continue reading Tanay, Hane! Festival and Some Friends from Asosasyon ng Artistang Pilipino ng Tanay (AAP Tanay)
Maryrose Gisbert: Honoring Women, Celebrating Art
Indeed, the show of Maryrose Gisbert is not only a celebration of her own creativity but honoring the spirit of the hardworking, kind, and beautiful women of the Philippines. Continue reading Maryrose Gisbert: Honoring Women, Celebrating Art
Lex Persephone Nuqui: An 11-year-old visual art prodigy
When it comes to her works, Lex often uses deep and light colors to capture the mood and essence of the subjects that she’s painting. While her style is still in the works, one can clearly see the potential of Lex of becoming an expressionist and a realist—or even a mannerist—someday. If we are to examine her works closely, this 11-year-old artist has a penchant for highlighting what she sees as the good quality of her subject, blurring the lines between post-expressionist tendencies to realistic drawings or paintings. Perhaps, it is safe to say that Lex might go into the direction of being a spontaneous realist, or a combination of the aforementioned artistic styles. Of course, it is still early to say this; but it seems that this is the tendency. Continue reading Lex Persephone Nuqui: An 11-year-old visual art prodigy
Colors of Life and the Art of Norberto “Norbing” Villez
He is prolific in most mediums—oil, acrylic, and watercolor. What makes his work more beautiful is that he has been able to capture the exact same experience, the emotions and moods, of his subjects. In other words, through his paintings, he has able to share to his audience what he saw, what he felt, and what the subject means as he paints them. Continue reading Colors of Life and the Art of Norberto “Norbing” Villez
Eric Mercado and His Culture of Happiness
In his works, Mercado tries to instill that genuine sense of positivity. They particularly say, in visuals, that even if the world is suffering, there is always a reason to smile and celebrate, particularly those small victories that we achieve in life. As long as we maintain that positive outlook and gather all the courage that we think we have, we can make it through even amid the strongest storms in life. Continue reading Eric Mercado and His Culture of Happiness
GenSan’s Gem: Gene Gonzales Leysa
His approach to art is both traditional and modern. His latest works, the “sculpture on canvas” is truly superb. In fact, one of the series will become part of Shades and Hues: Meditations on Works of Select Filipino Artists which will be out next year. Continue reading GenSan’s Gem: Gene Gonzales Leysa
Adarna flies at Ricardo’s Galeria Al Fresco
To create such powerful social commentaries, the participating artists employed different techniques and used different genres or styles in creating their artworks. The result is unity amid diversity, and a breathtaking collection of different artworks that are all for sale. Continue reading Adarna flies at Ricardo’s Galeria Al Fresco
The Enchanting Art of Ada Panopio
Ada as an artist, also wants to share her dreams and aspirations to her fellow women. Her “fantasy world”—as shown in her EngkantADA series—is not only for her but also for those who want to become empowered, especially young women who want to make a name in Philippine art. Continue reading The Enchanting Art of Ada Panopio
Madonna’s and Nature: The Beauty of Motherhood and Earth
The show’s title—Madonna’s and Nature—effectively captured the essence of the artists’ collaborative idea of showing the audience the beauty of two mothers—the human mother and nature, both loving and caring. Indeed, this show that runs until tomorrow, August 31, is a powerhouse, and these two artists are a power duo. Continue reading Madonna’s and Nature: The Beauty of Motherhood and Earth
The Orient Pearl 