KUBOXHIBITION
Wir freuen uns sehr, sowohl Künstler:innen der zweiten und dritten Generation als auch traditionelle Kunst und Kultur der ersten Generation präsentieren zu können, denn beide beeinflussen das aktuelle Leben hier in Österreich immens.
Gerardo de Guzman
Gerry is an artist, painter, muralist and sculptor. He was born on March 23, 1964. He started drawing at the age of five and painting at the age of nine. As a kid he didn’t usually play with toys, but he drew them. After studying Business Administration and Fine Arts at the University of the East, Manila, he worked as a drawing and painting instructor at the University of the East and Herrera Art School, Manila. He also worked as an illustrator for Boehringer Engelheim in Manila and as a display artist for interior and show window decorations for Fair chain of companies in Manila. See as well FVAA…
Lisa Ante
My artwork is influenced by my journey finding answers about my identity. My parents both moved to Austria in the 70s and were living in the Philippine Diaspora since then. Born in Vienna and living here, doesn‘t automatically mean to be from here, to see myself as an Austrian or European. But I also never felt being a „real“ Filipina.
My journey in search for answers has not ended yet. But my colourful paintings show the variety of being influenced by two different cultures. Being culturally diverse doesn‘t mean something is missing, it means you‘ve gained something more. My artwork is simply about it.
FVAA – FILIPINO VISUAL ARTISTS IN AUSTRIA
Please see their own description…
Ana Bader-Yacat
Anna Yacat wurde am 29.Oktober 1986 in Manila auf den Philippinen geboren. Seit 2015 lebt und arbeitet sie in Wien. Sie ist eine zeitgenössische Künstlerin, die in ihren Werken aus Acryl und mixes Media reichlich Farben verwendet.
Das Charakteristikum der Arbeiten sind 3 dimensional anmutende Farbkombinationen mit Blumenmotiven, Ornamenten und geometrischen Figuren, die gerne auch einmal spiralförmig enden können.
„Ich habe diese Kunstwerke während des Höhepunkts von Lockdown gemacht. In Zeiten, in denen die Dinge in der Welt sehr deprimierend waren, habe ich meine Einstellung positiv eingestellt. Die Malläden sind geschlossen, also dachte ich über eine Möglichkeit nach, Kunstwerke mit dem zu machen, was ich hatte. Zum Beispiel, ein Kunstwerk aus den Masken zu machen, die ich benutzte – anstatt sie wegzuwerfen, recycelte ich sie und verwandelte sie in Kunst. Meine Werke sind der Beweis und das Zeugnis einer Pandemie im Leben eines Künstlers wie mir, dass nichts ihn davon abhalten kann, zu schaffen und der Welt Farbe zu verleihen, egal welche Prüfung im Leben des Künstlers auftritt.„
Siehe auch FVAA…
Indigenous Costumes
Mannequin A
Indigenous Group: Agusan Manobo
Attire: Umpak (upper garment) and Sada (skirt) with traditional hand-embroidery called „Suyam“
Region: Agusan del Norte, Mindanao
Country: Philippines
Description:
The Agusan Manobo attire uses four basic colors: Red is a symbol of bravery and the sacred life-giving blood. Yellow represents the sun and the essence of life. White is a symbol for purity and black signifies justice, warfare or death. The Agusan Manobos have a traditional art of embroidery called „suyam“ that are expressions of their way of life, culture and traditions that need to be revered, protected and passed on to future generations. Women played an important role in preserving this indigenous art, wherein designs have symbolic meanings. The number and intricacy of „suyam“ embroidery in the clothing manifests the status of the wearer.
Mannequin B
Indigenous Group: Mandaya
Attire: Dagum blouse and Dagmay skirt
Region: Davao Oriental, Davao del Norte, Compostela Valley
Country: Philippines
Description:
The term Mandaya derives from „man“ meaning „first“ and „daya“ meaning „upstream“; therefore it means „the first people upstream“. The Mandaya attire is comprised of the „dagum“, an intricately embroidered blouse with bright colored threads in geometric patterns; and the coarsely textured „dagmay“ cloth which is handwoven from abaca fiber and designed with various patterns depicting their folklore and traditions. The Mandaya are famous for their distinctive beadcraft technique and ornaments. Their jewelry consists of red, black, white and yellow earrings, chokers, bracelets and apron-like multi-colored necklaces. Mandayas are dubbed as masters of arts and wisdom.
Curated by Ana Maria Langer, private collector of contemporary and ethnic Philippine costumes, accessories, musical instruments, books and artworks. For KUBÖ22 Festival, Vienna, 2-4 September 2022.
