ABOUT THE WORK

In the rise of Philippine modernism in the mid-20th century, numerous artists ventured into abstraction and expressionism. By the 1970s, only a select few of which had truly stood out — among which, of most note were Jose Joya, H.R. Ocampo, and Lee Aguinaldo, to name a few. Augusto Albor was among the succeeding generation of abstractionists whom added to the growing modernist trend, but rather than follow his peers and predecessors, Albor chose a slightly different route. Deviating from the action painting and experimentation that was gaining notoriety, Albor’s creations featured a more serene aesthetic. Crafting his brand of minimalist abstraction, a very Suprematist quality has been noticed in his work — however, Albor incorporates the ideology lightly, and does not conform to such totally. The internationally renowned sculptor and painter has garnered great acclaim for his minimalist abstraction — the tranquil works, rather than overwhelming his audience with impetuous lines and brash colors, use raw visual elements, which allow the piece to speak in volumes.