Hidden Treasures at Imahica Art: Unveiling the latest gems from the Backrooms Collection
Imahica Art continues to captivate with its latest offerings from the Backrooms Collection, showcasing a blend of traditional and contemporary elements. This month, we’re proud to present a collection of works that challenge the viewer’s perception while celebrating the creative brilliance of renowned Filipino artists.
Jean Marie Syjuco: From the Series ‘Hokusai’s Window’
Jean Marie Syjuco’s From the Series ‘Hokusai’s Window’ is a limited edition archival pigment print on canvas that exemplifies Syjuco’s skill in merging tradition with modern innovation. The piece draws inspiration from the iconic works of Japanese master Katsushika Hokusai, offering a fresh, dynamic perspective that invites dialogue between the old and the new. This work is a testament to Syjuco’s unique artistic vision, combining elements of classical art with a multi-disciplinary approach that challenges the viewer to see familiar scenes through a different lens.
FROM THE SERIES “HOKUSAI’S WINDOW”
Limited edition archival pigment print on canvas (1/20)
Nina Libatique: Potential Energy
Nina Libatique’s Potential Energy is an interactive art piece that invites the audience to engage directly with the work. With its thought-provoking approach, Libatique’s piece explores the concept of energy—both in its physical and emotional forms—encouraging the viewer to reflect on the latent possibilities within each of us. Potential Energy is an exploration of motion and stillness, a theme Libatique brings to life through her immersive artistic vision.
POTENTIAL ENERGY
Cid Reyes: Woman with Guitar, Series 2
Cid Reyes’s Woman with Guitar, Series 2 is a vibrant and emotional portrayal of music and femininity. The piece captures the raw energy of a woman in tune with her instrument, exploring the connection between sound, expression, and identity. Reyes’s distinctive use of color and form brings depth and movement to the composition, inviting viewers to experience the music visually as much as emotionally.
WOMAN WITH GUITAR SERIES 2
Ma. Victoria Ortega-Pollisco: Golden Roses and Vintage Spirits
Golden Roses and Vintage Spirits by Ma. Victoria Ortega-Pollisco reflects on the passage of time, nostalgia, and the interplay between past and present. The piece is a contemplation on memory, where golden roses symbolize fleeting beauty and vintage spirits evoke a sense of longing for bygone days. Ortega-Pollisco’s delicate brushstrokes and attention to detail create a piece that resonates with emotional depth and timelessness.
Nestor Olarte Vinluan: On Blue Sienna and Umber (A)
Nestor Olarte Vinluan’s On Blue Sienna and Umber (A) is a striking abstract work that examines color, texture, and composition. Using sienna and umber hues, Vinluan creates an atmospheric piece that explores the emotional power of color. The subtle interplay between the cool blues and warm browns challenges the viewer’s perception of depth and space, offering a meditative experience that highlights the beauty of abstract art.
