MANILA, Philippines — Twenty-four Filipino artists will be taking part in a cross-cultural tour of Kuala Lumpur through the first “Art Without Borders” program of Art Show Philippines (ASP).
The ASP said the 24 delegates were chosen through a “rigorous curatorial review” and that the program, which runs from May 18-21 in Malaysia, will give them the opportunity to learn and form a network with their Malaysian counterparts.
“Embarking on a cultural study tour can unlock a whole new dimension of appreciation for art and culture,” ASP founder Frederick Epistola said in a statement Saturday, May 13.
“Through immersion in a particular culture, one can gain a holistic understanding of its customs and traditions and truly experience its way of life. This immersion is a key factor in developing cultural awareness and artistic development,” he added.
The 24 selected Filipino artists to participate in the Art Without Borders program are:
- Frederick B. Epistola (Head Delegate)
- Anne Clarisse F.Canceran
- Brenda S. Dacpano
- Cherry May DV Agoyaoy
- Deziree Bargola Balgos
- Eric L. Punzalan
- Erneil Jeoffrey E. Nanola
- Eunice S. Logro
- Jay Vincent Ramos Gatdula
- Jaymee Liz M. Borja
- Jemin Mae D. Jacob
- Jomar N. Dulogan
- Kristine Glory S. Dumalag
- Loriel M. Castillo
- Ma. Gloria Caridad P. De Dios
- Ma. Ira Ruth E. Allbabidi
- Melanie E. Reyes
- Michael G. Villareal
- Patrick Miranda Agluba
- Precious Anne E. Labesores
- Raneil A. Ibay
- Rose Ann G. Castel
- Sharla M. Ngayodan
- Vanessa Joyce T. Tria
The ASP Art Without Borders Program in Kuala Lumpur will be conducted in collaboration with MoMo’s Hotel and supported by The Philippine Embassy in Malaysia, Museum of Islamic Art Malaysia, Museum of Asian Art, University of Malay, and Miniature Museum Kuala Lumpur.
Several local governments have also given their support to the program, namely the provincial government of Camarines Sur; Pasay City government; Municipality of Alfonso, Cavite; Municipality of San Jose, Occidental Mindoro; Municipality of Silang, Cavite; Municipality of Lubang, Occidental Mindoro; and Municipality of Sta. Maria, Bulacan.
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