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ART OF RECREATING2

Romantic movies are not the only ones making waves this February; because it is the Month for the Arts, various Filipino and international artists also created a buzz when they held the Best Philippine Contemporary Art Exhibit at The Link Carpark in Ayala Center, Makati City last February 16-19, 2017.



A wide variety of masterpieces wowed visitors, but in this day and age of wastage, what stood out were those that used scrap materials and found objects—something Mother Nature would approve of.

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Max Balatbat
“Sampaghija”

With his background on architectural design, Balatbat’s work depicts both personal and communal narratives that often take place in Manila. Part of his tribute to everyday people is this sculpture crafted from resin, wood and found objects. It is an image of a young Sampaguita vendor who, instead of wallowing in self-pity, finds time to make others laugh.

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Francis Commeyne
“Green Wall”

“Go green, keep it clean.” Born in Sri Lanka, artist Commeyne knew exactly what to do when he found plastic bottles scattered on the streets. His creation is a testament to how plastic, when used properly, can live in harmony with nature.

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Sam Penaso
“Scrapture 88”

Considered as one of the country’s visionary artists today, Penaso makes use of various materials such as scrap metal to show his deep understanding of texture, depth and color.

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Mimi Tecson
“A Knight Who Almost Lost His Steed”

What can you do with old bric-a-brac? If you allow your creative juices to flow, you might create art! For Tecson, using such objects means recollecting memories. Through reconstruction and revisualization, her work exudes a sense of history and empowerment.

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Maria Jeona Zoleta
“Freak Show”

This whimsical installation made from different objects reflects Zoleta’s fantasies in an explosion of color and material, delivered with a light-hearted, cheerful touch.

So the next time you’re about to dispose of what you think is trash, think again. Try your hand in recycling, and who knows—you might create the next big masterpiece!