Exhibitions

At Galerie Joaquin Podium, Joseph Albao’s works for “Ethereal Heritage” depicting the simple and genteel Filipino way of life will be on exhibit. Albao’s subjects and characters are lifted from the paintings of his inspirations namely National Artist Fernando Amorsolo and Botong Francisco. Albao’s works command an air of quiet respect, exuding strength of character, and beauty. The artist successfully challenges the viewers to rethink of their Filipino heritage and culture at this modern, fast-paced present age. With the advent of social media, technical development and massive globalization, it is his advocacy to uphold the basic values and customs of our people.

Albao approaches his work with a mindset of unconstrained imagination, free of preconceived boundaries and conventional rules. His paintings of Filipino motifs and local iconography depict free-flowing movement captured in his brushed of palette.

Joseph Albao is a Filipino painter born in Malabon, Metro Manila. He studied at Batangas State University where he obtained his bachelor's degree in Fine Arts majoring in Advertising. Albao has won numerous national art competitions and has participated in various art exhibitions locally. He co-founded the Vice Versa Artists Group and is currently a Grupo Sining Batangueño Member. Albao’s works won him accolades including the First Place for PIG Sining: A Fine Arts Contest (2018), the Second Honorable Mention for Lakbay Sining Painting Competition (2018), and as Finalist for the 2nd Alveo National Painting Competition (2018), among others.

This humble and industrious painter has pursued various artistic endeavors throughout his life. Urged by an unwavering determination to better himself, Joseph Albao continues to dream not only for his self-worth and identity but also for the pride of the Filipino race.

“Ethereal Heritage” by Joseph Albao will be on view at Galerie Joaquin Podium from October 16 to 26, 2019 with the Artist Reception scheduled for Wednesday, October 16 at 6PM. Galerie Joaquin Podium is located on the 3rd level of The Podium Mall, ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City. For inquiries, contact Galerie Joaquin at (+63)2 8 6347954 or (+63)2 8 7239418 or email podium.galeriejoaquin@gmail.com.