Cover ‘Waiting to be Risen’ by Danny Castillon Doce
‘Waiting to be Risen’ by Danny Castillon Doce
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From the T’boli to the Manobo and Bagobo Tagabawa, Doce showcases Mindanaoan culture through his paintings
Through his Colors of the South exhibition, Danny Castillon Doce honours indigenous groups, religious beliefs, and traditional customs by celebrating the vibrancy and diversity of Mindanaoan culture. The exhibition features 17 watercolour renderings that capture the rich ethnography and unique experiences of Mindanao while also portraying the raw essence of the region’s people, nature, and culture. Colours of the South runs until May 31 at the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Gallery.
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Above Danny Castillon Doce
Danny Castillon Doce
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Hailing from the municipality of Surallah in South Cotabato, Doce found his passion in creating art to “glorify the Lord”. Though he is proficient in many mediums, such as paintings and murals, he opted to specialise in watercolour on paper nowadays. He has a sharp eye for detail and a knack for realism, which can be credited with taming this difficult medium. Doce’s signature theme revolves around the importance of heritage, the whimsical nature of everyday life, and the beauty of smiles.
Above Young Ones by Danny Castillon Doce
Young Ones by Danny Castillon Doce
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As visitors enter the gallery, a breath of life, warmth, and communal spirit greet them. For instance, Doce‘s work Young Ones captures siblings from the Manobo tribe locked in a tender embrace. Throughout the exhibition, Doce pays homage to photographs by Jojie Alcantara, from which he had drawn inspiration. He also honours other artists such as Den Jib Siblos, Donita Andres, and Ruel B Ambat through other pieces in the exhibition.
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