filipino art

i lived near megamall some time during college and a few years of my work life. ever since i have enjoyed occasional walks along the art floor and visits to the galleries. it’s been a while since my last trip, so it was nice to be able to swing by in august and see what’s new. my apologies for the photos — i wasn’t sure if taking pics was allowed, so i was sneaking “one shot deals.”

these amazing works received recognition at the 25th kulay sa tubig annual watercolor competition.

the path, ronald jeresano

al fresco, margarita lim

by noli prinsipe

i think i was too mesmerized by this particular painting that i forgot to take note of the title. it looked so real i could almost feel the burning flames. it received the hall of fame award.

non biodegradable, demetrio dela cruz

not sure if this one won, but i thought it’s amazing how the artist painted everything including the minute prints (product details) at the back.

more award winning works here.

manila, august 2008