Philippine art and the Filipino artist... in focus
THE FILIPINO IN ME
- Insights into Living Heritage
in celebration of
Philippine Heritage Month 2022
The Philippine Arts Council presents
"The Filipino in Me - Insights into Living Heritage" for Philippine Heritage Month,
an online exhibit of multimedia works on Philippine living heritage themes from June 1 to July 31, 2022.
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This event aims to explore the unique qualities, build an inventory, of Philippine living heritage in Canada,
encourage art creation, and an appreciation on how art can engage the community and the exploration of heritage.
This is a wonderful opportunity to further artistic practice, promote Philippine culture, and showcase original works to the public. This event also aims to initiate important conversations on lived experiences,
facilitating a culture of understanding, empowerment and equity.
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The Filipino in Me - Insights into Living Heritage is presented with the support of Canadian Heritage,
and in partnership with the Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC).
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The Filipino in Me - Insights into Living Heritage Gallery
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40 Artists from 13 Canadian Cities. 99 Entries. 137 Works.
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Special prizes and citations for top entries based on public online voting and engagement, and peer adjudication.
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Featured Artists
Adrielle Aquino [Edmonton, Alberta]
Allan Michael Matudio [Montreal, Quebec]
Andrew Manglo [Edmonton, Alberta]
Angellica Rose Cruz [Edmonton, Alberta]
Antonio Caday Ludovico [Edmonton, Alberta]
April 'Lianne' Angeles [Edmonton, Alberta]
Dale James Urnos [Stony Plain, Alberta]
Earl Briones [Edmonton, Alberta]
Earl M. Masangkay [Winnipeg, Manitoba]
Erin Palanca [Edmonton, Alberta]
Filipino Senior Citizens Association (FSCA) [Edmonton, Alberta]
Giselle General [Edmonton, Alberta]
Harvey Nichol [Calgary, Alberta]
Ignacio "Mogi" Mogado [Markham, Ontario]
Jasmine Atay [Calgary, Alberta]
Jayson Palolan [Montreal, Quebec]
Jimuel Belarmino [Weyburn, Saskatchewan]
Joseph Lopez [Vancouver, British Columbia]
Jonathan Gutierrez [Edmonton, Alberta]
Joseph Charles 'JC' Sta. Maria [Fort St. John, British Columbia]
Karl Mata Hipol [North Vancouver, British Columbia]
Katherine Gerola [Edmonton, Alberta]
Kathleen Creations and Design [Edmonton, Alberta]
Kehrl Meeno Reyes [Edmonton, Alberta]
Kevin Basalo [St. Albert, Alberta]
Koro Filipino [Edmonton, Alberta]
Leo Mascariñas [Toronto, Ontario]
Ma. Elizabeth Arroyo [Burnaby, British Columbia]
Maria Antonieta Pimentel Elger [Sherwood Park, Alberta]
Michael Moya [Edmonton, Alberta]
Mila Bongco Philipzig [Edmonton, Alberta]
Noel Balbin [Edmonton, Alberta]
Patrick James Caoile [Edmonton, Alberta]
Pinoy Roots Rondalla [Edmonton, Alberta]
Riana Torrejon [Edmonton, Alberta]
RMD Band [Edmonton, Alberta]
Roxanne Kate Tanghal [Edmonton, Alberta]
Sandy Lubuguin [Edmonton, Alberta]
Scot Gelito [Edmonton, Alberta]
Shane Zapanta [Edmonton, Alberta]
Presented with the support of
With gratitude to Special Awards sponsors
Aurelio and Virginia
Sumalinog
Nathan Ip
TOP 15 WORKS
[cash prize of $200]
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Aking Mariposa by Shane Doringo Zapanta
Apo Whang Od "Ang Mambabatok" by Noel Balbin
Dagdag Bawas by Leo Mascarinas
Dr. Jose Rizal: National Hero of the Philippines by Ignacio "Mogi" Mogado
Filipiniana Paintings by Ignacio "Mogi" Mogado
Filipiniana Sculptures by Ignacio "Mogi" Mogado
How to Leave Your Child by Mila Bongco Philipzig
Lipad na tinikling, bagong buhay sa ibang bansa by Adrielle Aquino
Mayari, Goddess of War by Harvey Nichol
Philippine Eagle by Sandy Lubuguin
Punyeta by Shane Doringo Zapanta
The Philippine Eagle by Dale James Urnos
Sampaguita by April "Lianne" Angeles
Transition by Jimuel Belarmino
Tyrants of Tomorrow by Harvey Nichol
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HONOURABLE MENTION
[cash prize of $100]
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A Shot of Oxygen by Riana Torrejon. Sponsored by Loida Lumanlan.
Bakunawa - Harang for our Anitos & Diwatas by Earl Briones. Sponsored by Loida Lumanlan.
Bilingual Children's Books by Mila Bongco Philipzig
Dismantling Oneself by Scot Gelito
Divine Mercy by Noel Balbin. Sponsored by Aurelio and Virginia Sumalinog.
First Filipino Canadians by Joseph Lopez
Home by Joseph Charles (JC) Sta. Maria
Mayon Volcano by Patrick James Caoile. Sponsored by Nathan Ip.
Pause by Jimuel Belarmino
Tick-tock by Jimuel Belarmino
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