Exhibitions

For “Unveiling A New Day (Art Lozano’s Recent Works),” visual artist Art Lozano paints directly from his perceived landscape. The works are more about an internal landscape of self-discovery and spiritual growth. For this exhibition, perplexing images of popular vintage cars began to emerge from the depths of his own psyche. Lozano found that by juxtaposing personal elements of symbol, metaphor and cultural iconography, he creates a form of open-ended storytelling which offers cryptic answers to his viewers’ queries about a blissful existence.

Art Lozano uses archetypal images from retro-pop culture as metaphorical players in a scenario intended to illustrate the marvels of common human life experiences, including the poignancy of decay and ruination, but also principles of rebirth, wonder, exhilaration and creative freedom.

“Unveiling A New Day (Art Lozano’s Recent Works)” attempts to depict the preservation of deep artistic roots of 20th-century pop culture as embodied by these icons of nostalgia. These automobiles, in particular the Volkswagen Beetle, historically have given unique identities and delightful moments to its owners, collectors, and avid followers, often serving as a beacon, beckoning viewers to recount their unwinding passion. This notion forms the heart of what Art Lozano creates.

Lozano is described to be a “quiet environmentalist” who develops his talent to convey a message. He believes his works can be an instrument to propel the message to focus on earth’s pristine beauty. His is the dream that his paintings urge people to act and take full responsibility in preserving Mother Nature. Ultimately, as he bares his soul through these works, Lozano entices his audience to interpret his works with a critical eye and an open mind.

A painter from Ilocos, Arthur “Art” Lozano has, since 2000, been garnering recognition by various award giving bodies which include the AAP Annual Art Competition, Metro Bank Art and Design Excellence National Competition, GSIS Art Award, and the Philip Morris Art Award. He is currently a member of the renowned Baguio Tam-awan Artist Group.

“Unveiling A New Day (Art Lozano’s Recent Works)” will be on view from August 2 to 11, 2019 with the Artist Reception scheduled for Tuesday, August 6 at 6PM. The gallery is located on the 3rd level of The Podium, ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City. For inquiries, contact Galerie Joaquin at (+63)2 6347954 or (+63)2 7239253 or email podium.galeriejoaquin@gmail.com.