Exhibitions

Happiness can be pure joy, a quiet sense of delight, or simply a feeling of contentment. As visual artist Jomike Tejido puts it, what better way to capture the essence of this emotion than by translating it into his multicolored abstractions? Given that happiness means something different to everyone, the artist deemed it the perfect theme for his latest collection of whimsical and expressive compositions.

Fresh from his exhibit in Madrid, Spain, Jomike Tejido titled this exhibition “Arcoiris,” the Spanish word for rainbow. Having been told that his works exude feelings of joy, Tejido decided to celebrate the emotional resonance his viewers experienced by fully leaning into the idea of happiness given visual form. This show is inspired by and revolves around the seven colors of this captivating weather phenomenon: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, and Violet. Rainbows not only serve as vibrant inspiration for a colorful collection of paintings, but they also symbolize happiness and joy. These uplifting emotions lie at the heart of "Arcoiris" and are central to Tejido's oeuvre.

Further, Jomike Tejido designed this concept specifically for the expansive exhibition space at Galerie Joaquin Rockwell. The seven distinct sections of the exhibition space made it the perfect setting for his show, which revolves around the theme of sevens.

Accompanying Tejido’s signature candy-colored abstractions is a collection of sculptural works titled, “Los Juguetes de los Vanguardias” or Toys of the Avant-garde. Recently launched in Kate Contemporary in Madrid, Spain, these works were designed with the intention of becoming sources of happiness. The artist’s figurative sculptures were also inspired by the charming simplicity of wooden toys from the mid-century industrial era

Each friendly figure is lovingly and carefully hand-built and painted. The artistic process represents how a hobby, a pet, a person, or even quiet me-time is essential for personal replenishment. Alongside the works in “Arcoiris,” Tejido’s sculptures bring out a further levity from his abstract paintings. In this newest release, the toys are manipulable and have three points of articulation at the head and each figure’s two arms. These works also come with unique accessories to bring joy to every desktop.

“Arcoiris” by Jomike Tejido will be on view at Galerie Joaquin Rockwell from November 19 - 30, 2024 with an Artist Reception on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 5 PM. Galerie Joaquin Rockwell is located at the R3 Level of Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center, Makati. For inquiries, contact +63 915 4145502 or email galeriejoaquin@gmail.com.