MAS IDLA KON
MASIDLAKON
“Vibrant Patterns”
Step into the beating heart of Cebu with our pop-up art display, MASIDLAKON (Vibrant Patterns).
Through the lens of Cebuano artists Diane Ortiz, Peter Bruce, Ana Fe Ruiz, and Pia Joy Bohol-Salar, experience the island's everyday life, mouthwatering foods, and rich culture and heritage in stunning modern abstract patterns, and mixed media.
Each artwork bursts with local colors and contemporary flair, rendered in bold, repeated patterns, and dynamic brush strokes. Feel, savor, and embrace what the island has to offer.
Our special thanks to the people behind the Cebu City Arts Month, and Norrie Apostol and Rudy Aviles for the inspiration for MASIDLAKON, our art display’s name.
MAS IDLA KON
“Vibrant Patterns”
ARTISTS
Diane Ortiz
Peter Bruce
Ana Fe Ruiz
Pia Joy Bohol-Salar
MAS IDLA KON
AUGUST 8 to NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Bintana Coffee House
181K Elizabeth Pond St., Camputhaw Cebu City
“Vibrant Patterns”
DIANE ORTIZ
Higayon sa Baybay
Acrylic On Canvas
22W x 28H x 1D
It depicts a time of day on Cebu's most remarkable island, Bantayan--featuring a scene of children selling handcrafted seashell necklaces.
DIANE ORTIZ
Sugod Sugbo No. 1
Acrylic On Canvas
10W x 10H x 1D
It showcases the Magellan's Cross, a remarkable location that reflects the beginning of Cebuanos' strong faith.
Moreover, this painting highlights the well-crafted guitar, infused with Cebuanos' pride, which produces the distinctive music and sounds of Cebuanos' culture.
DIANE ORTIZ
Sugod Sugbo No. 2
Acrylic On Canvas 10W x 10H x 1D
It highlights the remarkable Mactan Shrine, Datu Lapu-Lapu, our national hero who represents bravery, leadership, nationalism, and self-reliance among Cebuanos.
It also reflects how the Sugbo, the ancient name for Cebu, evolved into what it is today–a great honor and appreciation for all he has done for us.
PETER BRUCE
Delivery Barangay Luz, Cebu
Mixed Media On Fine Art Paper
21W x 16H x 0.8D
A man delivers product on a trolley, passing through the vibrant streets of Barangay Luz, Cebu City.
PETER BRUCE
Tubig Man in Barangay Luz
Mixed Media On Fine Art Paper
21.3W x 16H x 0.8D
"Tubig Man in Barangay Luz" is a street scene in Cebu featuring a man carrying water.
PETER BRUCE
A Street Scene Barangay Luz, Cebu
Watercolor On Paper, Fine Art Paper 21W x 16H x 0.8D
The piece depicts a street scene in Barangay Luz, Cebu, capturing the everyday life of the locals.
Its source was a photograph, which was then painted in watercolor--following a unique process.
ANA FE RUIZ
Lady in Flower
Acrylic On Canvas
22W x 28H x 1D
It has a touch of whimsy and cultural richness. The subject creates a sense of a universal identity that lets viewers connect with the artwork.
ANA FE RUIZ
Nature’s Embrace
Acrylic On Canvas
10W x 10H x 2D
The vibrant colors and the subject evoke a sense of mystery and individuality.
ANA FE RUIZ
Waves of Bliss
Acrylic On Canvas
10W x 10H x 2D
A vibrant orange whale shark against a deep blue underwater scene highlights the ocean's beauty and fragility. Cebu is known for its whale shark watching in Oslob, where visitors can swim with these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
PIA JOY BOHOL-SALAR
Pungko-Pungkosa
Sugbo
Acrylic On Canvas
22W x 28H x 2D
"Pungko-Pungko" refers to a popular dining style, where people squat or sit on low benches (pungko) to enjoy local delicacies the vendors sell.
This piece highlights the cultural significance and communal aspect of Cebu's beloved street food tradition.
PIA JOY BOHOL-SALAR
Cebu’s Best
Acrylic On Canvas
10W x 10H x 2D
Lechon, especially from Cebu, is renowned for its crispy skin and tender, flavorful meat.
The artwork typically portrays lechon, beautifully roasted to a rich golden brown, often set in festive scenes, such as fiestas, family gatherings, or street markets.
PIA JOY BOHOL-SALAR
Cebu’s Ngoyong
Acrylic On Canvas
10W x 10H x 2D
Popular street food ngoyong, a Filipino spring roll similar to Chinese ngohiong, is made with ground pork and vegetables, seasoned with five-spice powder, and deep-fried.
The artwork depicts Cebu's vibrant colors and lively street scenes, bustling with food culture and the local love for this crispy, flavorful snack.
MAS IDLA KON
“Vibrant
Patterns”
Yuri Stegeman Founder of FilipinoArtPH
Weyn Relleve President
Oliver Oliveros
PR & Marketing Head
Toby Denise Concepcion
PR & Marketing Assistant
Jilardon Bamba
Multimedia Artist
MASIDLAKON
“Vibrant
Patterns”
ABOUT FILIPINOARTPH
FilipinoArtPH, the Philippines' leading online art gallery, connects art enthusiasts with diverse Filipino artworks. Since 2019, it has promoted and supported Filipino artists by marketing and selling their original pieces, including paintings, drawings, digital art, sculptures, and mixed media.
FilipinoArtPH represents nearly 500 artists and has a curated collection of almost 2,000 pieces. It ensures high quality and variety. In 2022, the UK-based Corporate Vision-Small Business Awards named it the 'Best Online Art Gallery in the Philippines.' Since 2023, Feedspot has ranked its e-newsroom, Positive Space, as the 'Top Art Blog in the Philippines.'
FilipinoArtPH collaborates with various venues to display artworks outside traditional galleries. Chanz Global developed and maintains the digital platform.
MASIDLAKON
“Vibrant
Patterns”
ABOUT BINTANA COFFEE HOUSE
Established in April 2013, Bintana Coffee House symbolizes a beacon of light in a world increasingly shrouded in darkness and confusion. Renowned for our third-wave pour-over coffee, the restaurant also offers home-cooked rice meals and a selection of products from various local merchants, ideal for snacks or pasalubong. Bintana was envisioned as a venue where thinkers can convene to engage in meaningful discussions about life and reality.
MAS IDLA KON
“Vibrant Patterns”
AUGUST 8 to NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Bintana Coffee House
181K Elizabeth Pond St.,
Camputhaw Cebu City