ABOUT THE WORK

Justin Nuyda gained prominent recognition for his abstract paintings that depict breathtaking dream-like landscapes. His oeuvres exude a cerebral quality to them, and the scenes he committed to his canvases are portals to how he perceived the world. In his celebrated career that spanned over five decades, many have struggled to determine which discipline he was committed to and what sort of art he created. Although his works are filled with a brilliantly curated array of colors and shades that seem to glow under the luminosity of an inviting yet unnerving radiance, his subjects are unmistakably drawn from the material beauty of nature and everyday life. As a spontaneous painter, Nuyda's artistic renditions never fail to capture the enigmatic essence of the scenery — his masterful brushwork displays the fascination of the setting. Alongside art, Justin Nuyda was also a lepidopterist specializing in Philippine butterflies. He began collecting butterflies when he was seven years old and has described over a hundred species and subspecies. This passion for jeweled insects and the terrain they thrive in was a key source of inspiration for his masterpieces. (P.I.R.)