I created Spain Camino Series from end 2010 through 2011 is an expressionist journey
inspired by my personal sojourn on the Camino de Santiago de Compostela (the Way of Saint
James) medieval pilgrim route in Spain in 2010 which happened to be a Holy Year, declared
whenever St. James day (25 July) falls on a Sunday. The next one is going to be on 2021.-- Ong Hwee Yen

About Camino de Santiago
 

Saint James' Way or El Camino de Santiago has existed over a thousand years. Tradition has
it that the remains of apostle Saint James were carried by boat from Jerusalem to the site of
what is now the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia in northwestern Spain. The
Way can take one of any number of routes and began in the old days, from one's home to end
at the pilgrimage site, but a few became considered the main ones like the French Way or from
the Pyrenees on the French-Spanish border. The route is today a UNESCO World Heritage
Site.
 

Now the fun modern bits.. Carry a Credencial (pilgrim's passport) and collect stamps from
churches, refugios, tourist offices, and nowadays most public establishments along the way,
and they will serve as proof to the Pilgrim's office in Santiago to obtain a completion
certificate of the Way. But this is only if one walks the last 100km (or cycles the last 200km)
to get to Santiago de Compostela. The Camino is really much more than that last bit and
many take weeks or even months, armed with the pilgrim's staff and scallop shell, both
symbols of St James.
 

For the record, Yen did walked more than 100km, just not the last bit, but many beautiful
portions along the way. Upon return to Singapore, it became a one year journey of
reminiscing in painting the various places, people and sights she encountered, as she hiked
from the lil' villages on the Meseta plains, the historical towns of Burgos and Leon, into Galicia
and many a quaint camino village along the way, to finally arrive at the city of Santiago de
Compostela and its Cathedral. And her emotions are infused in her highly personal
interpretation of the Way.
 

So Buen Camino! (Camino greeting) And enjoy the paintings
 

See more of Ong Hwee Yen here and her series collection.

My works always seem to come in series, the ideas swim around in my head for weeks, sometimes months and years before I manage to find the space and time to let them out - sculptures rush, paintbrushes flush, my collection corner bulges with items that will one day become "art", found art is a passion so is scrounging through skips for "goodies" -- Adele

Doing an Honours Degree in Fine Arts at Lasalle gave me scope to question not only myself but my art.  I work as a full time multidisciplinary artist focusing mainly on Painting and Sculpture.  Having submitted my final dissertation on Graffiti, my major work also reflected the subject with a "Graffiti Alley"  - constructed out of over 70 wooden pallets each with graffiti of the day on them - whatever came to mind or was jogged by the news became the graffiti of the day.  Many of these works have sold and now sit in collections around the globe.

Much of my work has an urban raw feel to it although there are diversions from this, being classically trained I do fall back into traditional methods on occasion which can be refreshing and fun.  My studio is my home - I love being here amongst the mess and smell of oil paint - it gets my heart racing and fingers tingling - raring to go.

Always being on the road, on a plane and exploring other places gives plenty of ideas and passion for new works, for that next series to materialize....the camera is always ready to capture the essence of a new idea as is my sketch book that stays with me always.  Art is my life through thick and thin.  The hunger to learn more and create something "different" is ever present.  So whether it is glass sculptures, mixed media canvases or found art, I am there, cogs turning thinking of how I can achieve my latest.

See more of Adele here.

Emil is one Asian artist whose works cannot be easily ignored. He is leaving for United States to further his art career. Yet before such time comes he has thought twice of migrating when, somehow, he can feel in his heart that life of art, happiness, and total fulfillment can be achieved in his native land. 

Emil Bauto de Leon knew it that where he is from is a land of art and artistic people yet to be discovered. Many professionals and big time names in the industry have shown intent to manage him as an artist. Why not when he has only few arts displayed in artyii but yet very captivating and so true that they are impressive, as well! With him onboard, members and art lovers alike are led to beautiful realization that artyii is no longer confined to emerging artists who have great potential in them but is likewise a home to pros, to masters, to people whose potential had already been actualized a long time ago.
 

Emil is friendly and very accommodating.  He says hi and hello whenever there is a chance to greet his friends, or ME? But more than anything else, he does not forget to apologize for his delayed submission of the article Artyii has asked from him. Actually, this is the one! It would be cute to just surprise his facebook page with a link of this article posted onboard. Anyway, it is understandable for excellent ones to be chased just to be granted a few responses for interview. And yes, a few words from him made this write-up a short and simple article about him possible.
 

“Born in the family of artists, I was greatly influenced by my grandfather who had once been a painter during the war days. My persistence in capturing nature at it’s best enabled me to produce satisfactory pieces. I paint to capture the aura and inspire the eyes of the one who sees it. My paintings “after the storm”, “calm horizon” and the most recent “By the riverbend”  depict of my love for nature. With the inspiration and support from my family I painted to capture the enigmatic detail and drama of the sceneries.”--   Emil
 

See more of Emil here.

 “Ya, I am an ordinary person. Nothing is so special with me. But I’m really passionate about art and am continuously trying creatively to get extra-ordinary success in the art industry because this is what I LOVE!”

The LUXE Art Museum will like to invite you to our upcoming photography exhibition by Italian photographer Mr Moreno Maggi. In this exhibition, the artist is showcasing a personal project called “Licentia Poetica" Stadio Dei Marmi of Rome. This exhibition runs from 27th April 2012 - 6th May 2012.

 About the Exhibition

This will be the first exhibition of Mr Morneo Maggi in Singapore. Since his career as a professional photographer, his profound photographs of architectural buildings and people have captured the souls of many individuals, and also won him high praises. His magnificent photography have been exhibited internationally.

"Licentia Poetica" is a latin words and Stadio Dei Marmi in Rome is a important stadium with significant Roman history. It's represents and holds the aura of great sportsmanship and honor to the public since 19th century. And this is the place where Italian Photographer- Mr Morena Maggi, found an deeper conversation between his soul and his photography, where he can indulge and immersed himself totally into his passion without any limitation. The special connection are liked his inner soul, desire to express his inner vision through his lens.

In this exhibition, the public can feel the remarkable integration of Architecture and Fine Arts through the professional lens. It is as if the entire ‘Stadio Dei Marmi’ of Rome, with its magnificent spirit of fitness and vitality, has being brought in to Singapore at Luxe Art Museum.

About Luxe Art Musuem

The Luxe Art Museum occupies two floors of the newly-built Luxe building, with a total of six hundred square meters of exhibition space and state-of-the-art lighting and display facilities. Nestled amongst the neighbourhood known as the ‘Art and Heritage district’, one will find the Singapore Art Museum, the National Museum of Singapore and the Istana within the vicinity. In affiliation to Yisulang Art Gallery, the Luxe Art Museum aims to create awareness for the contemporary Chinese fine arts to bridge the stereotyped ideology that has erected a false barrier between traditionalism and modernism. This directional focus is to propel contemporary fine arts to the forefront of the art world across Southeast Asia and beyond; by building a representative permanent collection and exhibiting renowned art thus providing a platform for critical fine art research and debate. The Yisulang Art Gallery has been very successful in bringing contemporary Chinese ink painting artists outside of China. The Gallery has established many close relations within the China art’s community such as artists, critics, academics, exhibitors and collectors; the Luxe Art Museum will be continuing to further expand and support these ‘artistic networks’. With this depth of experience and understanding of the artistic developments in China, it is the Museum’s mission to showcase both great masters and burgeoning artists. In 2004, the Yisulang Art Gallery was proud have participated in an exhibition at the prestigious National Art Museum of China in Beijing. This Exhibition of New Freehand Chinese Ink Paintings by Invited Artists

won acclaim from both academics and critics, as did the 2006 exhibition, Ink and Sex, at the Beijing Brewery (Jiuchang) International Art Complex. The Luxe Art Museum thus enjoys an impressive heritage and a formidable reputation, dedicating its efforts to fostering and promoting Chinese art.

Please do refer to the Press Release attached for the exhibition details. I had also attached some images of the exhibiting artworks for your reference. The artist will be in Singapore and available for any interview from 24th April to 2nd May 2012. For further information or clarification, you may contact Chantel (Hp no: 96565489) or Christina (Hp no: 90013888).

 Thank you for your time and we sincerely hope to hear from you!

Warmest Regards,

Chantel Tian (96565489)

The Luxe Art Museum

6 Handy Road, #02-01

Singapore 229234

Tel: 6338 2234

Fax: 6337 2234

Open Hours: 11am - 7pm

Closed on Mondays & Public Holidays

Mr.Kris Arteve Q. Pia is an freelance artist and an sculpture(wood curver). He has been featured in the Abante Tonight newspaper during the time of “TITANIC” movie because of his portrait painting .The subject of the contest is the lead character in Titanic, Mr Leonardo de Caprio.
 

He has been receiving awards and won several contests when he was in Elementary and High school. Even in college he didn’t stop painting and to his many friends and people who saw his artworks, he gained their admiration because of his artistic skills.
 

Kris knew that he has what it takes to be a good painter. All he may be concerned about is proving it. Realism is the definition of his artworks and real is his resolve to persist in the artist’s path.
 

And among his artworks, he has chosen three of his wall paintings as his personal favorite.

See more of Kris here.

 Recalling how we took off as one in love wih the Arts, February has not only been a love month for us Pinoy artists, but it's also considered a celebration of Art in our country.Pinoy na Pinoy Visual Artists bagged Pasig City's ECCA Gallery, showcasing and exhibiting world-class crafts from various artists around and across the Philippines.

Savored witnessed and participated with the media,VIP's,actors,singers in our capital city,there,the PNPVA Founder,Renante Kuya Dubz Dublois (Butuanon Artist) had shared and proven his God -given talent,thus,staging Butuan's crafts in the realm of sketching,painting etc.Also,the list of artists joining the Pinoy na Pinoy Visual Artists (PNPVA) Art Exhibition last February 18-22,2012 where coming from Luzon,Visayas,Mindanao and other country like Japan.It was indeed a colorful come back for all artists who believed  in the power of their hands,hearts,and IMAGINATION.

Truly,the event was a huge success for both the artists and visitors.It was Believed then that the group would gradually expand their horizon and eventually hit the paramount of friendship,competitiveness and unity for both local and national artists.

In a newspaper,however,released from a newspaper in the Visaysas (posted by Joan Villa-Espina Soriano Honoridez) and in Inquirer,had disclosed a picture of artists who attended the exhibit,joined by 54 artists namely Buboy Dinapo,Oskar Yabut,Jo Tatazildjian Balbarona,Armida FranciscoEdgardo E. Gamo Jr.,Sec.Jam's Grampa,ChairmanYolanda Cabuco and many more.Hopefully,a new door would open anew any moment to all Pinoy Artists whom we believe the brilliant men behind true ARTS.

Kudos to all!

One who lives in a plain obscured by residential and business structures wonders the freedom of clear plains can offer. A plain in its most naïve state, boundless carpet of grass spotted with its own flowers of whole repertoire of colors...

...Or someone from the bay will always be curious of what is the miracle that causes the depths and the expanse of the oceans. As if all this incomprehensible enough, it still doesn’t end at the horizon but it only meets the infinity of the sky.

A picture of this is a silent summation of eternal vastness that stimulates anyone’s imagination and creation. Julius Legaspi’s latest pieces translate this very point. It will immediately seize your focus on the bare enormity of the dimensions, something that inevitably draws you to respond or commit you to inquire and explore the images.

Who are these characters? What are their objectives? What is their story? -- Something that excites us by what is unexpected, familiar and un-familiar, or inexplicable.

The most summoning impression is the potential suggestions of the subjects because it holds us that a tension is present.The unorthodox view of the characters, with their back on us, tells us that there is urgency.While the sky above is whispering of an impending event.

 See More of Julius here.

Talented individuals are born,not made.Truly,this gift of Art from our God is amazing and worth treasured for now and beyond.

Being an artist by blood however,I,Renante Kuya Dubz Dublois ,a Butuanon Artist,believes in the wonders of life thus,I am continuously exploring,sharing and teaching my students and pupils to really like and indulge in arts.A simple touch to the children and youth is a joy forever.Indeed,I don't stop enhancing my God-given skill to all people who want to learn and grow.

Last August 29,2011 was another break given to me,an opportunity that gradually opens an authentic door of beauty and work, coupled with dedication,enthusiasm and dynamism in the realm of Artworks,proper management ( self discipline/personality enhancement or development),creativity and quality outputs.Modesty aside,this date was considered to be one of the happiest moments in my life,because,it was kuyadubz natal day at the same time the birth of the PINOY NA PINOY VISUAL ARTISTS (PNPVA),initiated by me and PNPVA BOT and officers.How wonderful was this gift from God,then,wasn't it?

From this time on,new friends came unexpectedly and I BELIEVE IN DESTINY,my plan worked on FB Group ,when Carmelita Legaspi and Ric Ico joined the force ,now brilliantly growing;then,the group is strong and known,not only on social networking but also,we had become closer friends,inviting many art enthusiasts to join the group so, to give the best of life.In fact,last December 2011,the 1st mini EB in a private area took place,meeting new friends and making all our dreams feasible and possible.

Thereby,that saga was the reason why a GRAND ART EXHIBITION was framed,which happened last February18,2012 @ECCA Gallery,Pasig City---  hopefully, will dominate the world of ARTS.Indeed, "BUY PINOY"(Business entity) helps our group,initiated by Madam Yolanda Cabuco-now in chargeof the group's treasury.Proudly then,PNPVA has an on going SEC registration for transparency and proffesional reasons.

--And so,may our endeavor last forever with divine intervention and believe of true colors harmonized with unity,humility and persistence.---

To God be the glory!

You probably wouldn’t want to have me as a neighbor. Sometimes in the middle of the afternoon, sometimes later at night, there I am, shooting off firecrackers in the name of art.

I grew up in a Taiwanese military neighborhood with my grandparents, who grew up in China and left during the war at the urging of their families. I graduated from an art school in Taiwan, where I learned to appreciate the art of my Chinese heritage, as well as modern work, especially pop art. More recently, I married an American who lives in Taiwan. She has given me another view of the world from a Western perspective.

While I have gotten my start as an artist in Taiwan, I hope to move on to a bigger, more international stage. The world is getting smaller every day, and cultures are blending together to form new ones. This is very evident in Taiwan, a country whose culture has been influenced for centuries by the Japanese, Chinese, and aboriginal peoples. It is important to preserve our own cultures, while embracing the inevitable changes taking place. I have always felt a deep connection to my Chinese heritage.
   
Firecrackers are an important part of Chinese culture. After famously inventing them, we’ve used them for so many things – to celebrate a wedding or welcome a new lunar year to chase away evil spirits, to mark a religious ceremony, of which there are many throughout Taiwan at different times.

It was at one such ceremony – at the company I was working for at the time - where I first noticed the ground where the fireworks had been set off. There was a spot where something had covered part of the ground. After it had been moved, it left a clear spot in the midst of all the burned marks on the street. It was there that I got the idea to use fireworks as ink and brush-- a kind of firecracker printmaking.
   
Developing the technique took some trial and error. With time I learned how to control the firecrackers, how to get the kind of burn marks on paper I was looking for – and how to isolate the parts I wanted to keep clear. During this process I also developed a deep appreciation for the chaotic aspect I could not control, which gives my firecracker paintings a certain uniqueness and wild beauty. At times the firecrackers burn all the way through the paper, leaving small holes that let light shine through.
   
I burn my work in the spirit of traditional Chinese ink paintings. My subjects are Chinese – traditional Chinese views of nature, Chinese mythological animals, Buddhas. But my style also remains firmly grounded in my love of pop art. I consider it a modern Chinese style. So while my medium and subjects remain traditionally Chinese, they are also a fresh perspective on a 5000-year-old culture.
   
But my neighbors must hate it.
     

See more of Lei Ti here.