The Anthem Philatelist

  The Moth and the Lamp- Dr. Jose Rizal Memoirs,                             22"x 29", Watercolor In the contemporary art landscape, an artist's value is often measured by their willingness to push beyond conventional frameworks. Filipino multi-disciplinary artist Je An “Govinda” Marquesto Jean embodies this ethos, leveraging unexpected materials to bridge the gap between meticulous craftsmanship and profound social commentary. Primarily recognized for his intricate thread, nails and wire art, Marquesto has transcended traditional canvas boundaries to construct a visual language defined by tension, texture, and resilience. His career reflects the trajectory of a self-taught creator whose devotion to innovation has transformed ordinary materials into globally recognized masterpieces. A Self-Taught Multi-Disciplinary Foundation Marquesto's creative roots began far from elite art institutions. He entered the ...

Everyone is cordially invited to view the group exhibit- Visual Fusion - by artists, Seb Chua , Fr. Jason Dy , Sio Montera, Celso Pepito, Lito Pepito, Ritchie Quijano and Jobril Villaver . The opening will be on December 5, at 6pm SM art Center , Cebu City. Exhibit runs until December 14, 2009. Seven artists with different modes of expressions pursuing art on different styles and understanding life in their field of experiences.   The opportunity to be united in one show is to create a sense of unity even in diverse mode of artistry. It also hopes to showcase the gradual transformation of Cebu's art from its conservative vein into understanding the need evolve, experiment and create a contemporary artistic revolution.    Above all it aims at giving the art loving public the chance to participate in molding a society with utmost artistic understanding. As the exhibiting artists are pursuing its own individual journey, the possibility of being together in Visual Fus...