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ABOUT THE WORK

Rodel Tapaya, a well-regarded prolific painter in Southeast Asia, continues to push the boundaries of his art by emulating age-old narratives with a contemporary flair. His style is noted for its motifs rooted in Filipino cultural history as well as sharp and often piercing commentary on day-to-day life and issues. As for this early Tapaya piece, however, none of his iconic adept manipulation of folk aesthetic and material is present. His trademark labyrinthine patterns and characters that transmit scenes and figures from mythologies are missing. Also absent are his signature scenes scented with the air of a fairy tale. This 2003 abstract artwork reflects a time when the Filipino visual artist explored a minimalist ‘tabula rasa’ mode, a variance from his usual subjects and bold colors. (P.I.R.)