The Way of The Flesh
7 - 21 July 2018
G13 is proudly present a new exciting exhibition entitled ‘The Way of The Flesh’. The exhibition will run from 7 to 21 July 2018 with an opening reception on 7 July 2017, Saturday, from 8.00 p.m. onward. The Way of The Flesh will be featuring eight current emerging talents from Philippines, with the aim to look into the region’s art practice through the works of Ana Verayo, Art Sanchez, Ernest Concepcion, Dexter Sy, Jason Montinola, Kaloy Sanchez, Lec Cruz, Valerie Chua and featuring two guest artists namely Kow Leong Kiang (from Malaysia) and Ong-Arj Loeamornpagsin (from Thailand).
‘The Way of The Flesh’ will be focusing on mastery of figurative art from the aforementioned ten fine artists. There will be thirty pieces of paintings ranging from various medium and techniques exhibited during the exhibition. The exhibition is results of an ongoing conversation and discussions between G13 gallery and a group of talented Philippines artist led by Jason Montinola who initiated the first contact.
G13 Gallery continues its effort to promote and presenting local and regional artist by hosting series of exhibitions. The Way of The Flash is purposely created to celebrate regional art while at the same time being a platform to support both local and regional art scene.
‘The Way of The Flesh’ will be open to public from 7th – 21st July 2018 at G13 Gallery.
Thinking About You
Kow Leong Kiang
91.5x91.5cm
Charcoal and Cinnabar on Paper
2018
Artist Statement
‘Thinking about You’ portrays multiple figures being stacked together in a square. The subject matter used is a number of contortionists filling up a box. The figures are done using charcoal to perhaps emphasize and dramatize the act through the play of light and shadow on the subject. The red dot on the bottom left side of the drawing is painted using Cinnabar. Cinnabar is red or orange-ish mineral which is known for its color and mercury content.
The artist wishes to convey that lust can be the death of mankind. Not necessarily in pertaining to sexual desire per se but also the hunger for endless wealth and the dominance of power. The red dot represents the hazardous quality that could ruin the entirety of humanity. The dot is purposely placed in random part of the painting and not to censor certain part of the subject which can be deemed sensitive to some. Meanwhile, the multiple subjects who filled up the tiny square are there perhaps to emphasize on the struggle and tension both visually and contextually.
True Love Never Fade
Kow Leong Kiang
91.5x91.5cm
Charcoal and Cinnabar on Paper
2018
Artist Statement
‘True Love Never Fade’ portrays multiple figures being stacked together in a square. The subject matter used is a number of contortionists filling up a box. The figures are done using charcoal to perhaps emphasize and dramatize the act through the play of light and shadow on the subject. The red dot on the bottom left side of the drawing is painted using Cinnabar. Cinnabar is red or orange-ish mineral which is known for its color and mercury content.
The artist wishes to convey that lust can be the death of mankind. Not necessarily in pertaining to sexual desire per se but also the hunger for endless wealth and the dominance of power. The red dot represents the hazardous quality that could ruin the entirety of humanity. The dot is purposely placed in random part of the painting and not to censor certain part of the subject which can be deemed sensitive to some. Meanwhile, the multiple subjects who filled up the tiny square are there perhaps to emphasize on the struggle and tension both visually and contextually.
The Tribulations of Saint Anthony
Jason Montinola
152x101.5cm
Oil on Canvas
2018
Artist Statement
The Tribulation of St. Anthony is a re- invision of a vision. It is inspired from the story of saint Anthony, popularly known in many famous painting attributed to his story “the temptation of saint Anthony.” My role here as a painter especially on this particular piece is not to give meaning but to contemplate and transfer the images from my vision to the canvas. in fact, its hard to give “interpretation” or “meaning” if the painting comes from a vision. Sometimes the images that I used is not enough to describe what I saw from from my vision.
Lets say I just have a vision and this is what I saw, and I paint the images as long as I remember it. The nailing of feet is used for executions example crucifixion etc. For me its a permanent involvement in a situation. The missing hand is actually not missing, its just a part of the composition. If I will interpret this painting, I think its a soul trapped in situation where the tribulation penetrates the inner peace. The only way to get out is to utter your faith which leads to salvation, that is why there a tongue and fire on the upper part of the figure.
I Saw Night & Syd and the Tuber Attack
Ernest Concepcion
86x64cm
Screenprint on Paper (Limited edition)
2007
I Saw Night & Syd and the Tuber Attack
Ernest Concepcion
86x64cm
Screenprint on Paper (Limited edition)
2007
Eternal Bond 1
Art Sanchez
30x46cm
Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Eternal Bond 2
Art Sanchez
30x46cm
Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 1
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 2
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 3
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 4
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 5
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 6
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 7
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
Flesh and Soul 8
Art Sanchez
30.48x23cm
Acrylic and Collage in Clear Cast Resin
2018
Artist Statement
It is my rendition of the exhibition title “The Way of the Flesh”. Acrylic and collage in clear cast resin are used to produce series of images layered in a shifting narratives. I try to show a scene with fragments floating or shooting towards the viewer.
Works suggest a certain theme of tragedy or conflict. Derived from this qoute -“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional”.
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- Ana Verayo
- Art Sanchez
- Dexter Sy
- Ernest Concepcion
- Jason Montinola
- Kaloy Sanchez
- Ong - Arj Loaemornpagsin
- Lec Cruz
- Valerie Chua
