TravelswithCharie

Komunidad, 2026* Perhaps no other artist in Capiz has dedicated as much of his craft to the local coastal community as has Jonard Villarde. As a preschooler, he was curious about paints which developed into dabbling with wall drawings, notebook scketches and poster making for school competitions. This interest in art continued through high school where he explored other mediums and handicrafts as part of school projects in technology and livelihood economics. When he entered Capiz State University, he decided to pursue a degree in Secondary Education with a major in Architectural Drafting. Today, he teaches art and industrial education as a public school teacher. Villarde is not only an educator. He is also a multidisciplinary artist and nature enthusiast.  His works cover a range of mediums including murals, sculpture, drawings and  paintings on various surfaces including canvas, wood and paper. Villarde has previously exhibited his works at Viva ExCon 2018, Panagbo: Encounte...

The Evolution of Philippine Culture The story of The Evolution of Philippine Culture began in 1957 when the Fleur de Lis Auditorium at St. Paul University Manila was under construction. Jose L. Reynoso, the architect of the Fleur de Lis, asked his townmate, Carlos “Botong” Francisco, to paint a mural which he envisioned as the focal point of the auditorium’s lobby. The 3.5 meters by 4.5 meters mural was fitted between two pilasters and it is the first thing a theatergoer would see as they enter the foyer from the main portal. The theme, The Evolution of Philippine Culture, was carefully considered to complement the purpose of the Fleur de Lis, that is, to bring to the stage noteworthy musicals and concerts which have since earned the theater the name, “Broadway of Herran”. (Herran was the former name of Pedro Gil Street.) The central figure is that of a muscular Filipino who is intensely beating the drum. The sound is almost palpable. Above him is a Caucasian woman whose head is caugh...

Foreigners, Zadik Zadikian, Gold leaf from Return , the first exhibition of Zadikian’s work in his home country The Cascade Complex of Yerevan is undeniably one of the most iconic landmarks of the city. With its terraced gardens and fountains, it is a sight to behold as it ascends to the top of the hill where you’ll find incomparable views of the city and Mount Ararat on a clear day. You can climb up 572 steps to the top or you can take an escalator inside the building and enjoy the modern and contemporary art collection of Gerard L. Cafesjian who gave $120 million towards the renovation and completion of the Cascade. This complex is a triple treat: indoor galleries with a stunning art collection, outdoor terraced gardens and fountains with sculptural pieces and the tree-lined sculpture garden. And there is no entrance fee. Make that a quadruple treat! Foreigners (entirety) Cause and Effect, Do-Ho Suh, South Korea, 2007 acrylic, resin, aluminum, stainless steel Pegasus, Manuel Marin, S...