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Eruptive Past Revisited
Vicente Collado Jr.
Tue 22nd September 2015
Many scenic spots of the Philippines are often the favorite subjects of painters. When I was beginning to paint, I had the same fascination for them. Among my early landscape paintings were water-color depictions of Mayon and Taal volcanos copied faithfully from some postcards and pictures.
That was a long time ago. Now, having added more tools to my creative arsenal, I feel the urge to redo them in a bigger scale, with oil as medium and more in accordance with the principles of a good composition.
Vicente Collado Jr.
Tue 22nd September 2015
Many scenic spots of the Philippines are often the favorite subjects of painters. When I was beginning to paint, I had the same fascination for them. Among my early landscape paintings were water-color depictions of Mayon and Taal volcanos copied faithfully from some postcards and pictures.
That was a long time ago. Now, having added more tools to my creative arsenal, I feel the urge to redo them in a bigger scale, with oil as medium and more in accordance with the principles of a good composition.
Still Life with a White Vase and Flowers
Vicente Collado Jr.
Wed 24th December 2014
Our repatriation to the Philippines a couple of years ago had one big casualty - my painting momentum. It was simply difficult to keep my creative enthusiasm rolling while in the midst of hunting for a temporary home, of building a house hurriedly, and of relocating in between. Forget that I had no idea in which box my painting equipments were packed.
Now that we are finally settled, starting all over again should be as easy as turning on a switch. Unfortunately, I underestimated how inertia of rest could keep one motionless unless pushed by an outside force. After a considerable time of artistic inactivity, I decided the external nudge needed to break the inertia should be an easy project that required little effort but produced immediate results. A makeover, that is. What else could it be? One more of them, I guess, and hopefully the last.
Vicente Collado Jr.
Wed 24th December 2014
Our repatriation to the Philippines a couple of years ago had one big casualty - my painting momentum. It was simply difficult to keep my creative enthusiasm rolling while in the midst of hunting for a temporary home, of building a house hurriedly, and of relocating in between. Forget that I had no idea in which box my painting equipments were packed.
Now that we are finally settled, starting all over again should be as easy as turning on a switch. Unfortunately, I underestimated how inertia of rest could keep one motionless unless pushed by an outside force. After a considerable time of artistic inactivity, I decided the external nudge needed to break the inertia should be an easy project that required little effort but produced immediate results. A makeover, that is. What else could it be? One more of them, I guess, and hopefully the last.
Still Life with a Conch Shell Cup
Vicente Collado Jr.
Deciding what to paint is not always an easy task. This is true even when one already has a specific...
Still Life with Shells and Fruits
Vicente Collado Jr.
This still life was painted in 2003 when painting was for me more enthusiasm than expertise. It was quite acceptable...
Still Life with Copper Trinkets
Vicente Collado Jr.
Painting metallic objects used to be one big mystery for me especially during my early years. Though pigments such as...
Still Life with Silverware
Vicente Collado Jr.
Experienced painters are often confronted with the problem of what to do with their early works whose originally unnoticed flaws...
Still Life with a Crab
Vicente Collado Jr.
Sometimes, ideas for a painting come from unexpected places. I was browsing once through the Facebook album of my cousin-in-law...
Studying Amorsolo - Under the Mango Tree
Vicente Collado Jr.
Art books often advice beginners to copy the works of the masters as a way to improve their painting skill....
Still Life with a Pineapple and Other Fruits
Vicente Collado Jr.
This was the first time I painted from life. Sort of, that is.
My still life paintings had always been...
The Village
Vicente Collado Jr.
I've painted several bahay kubos before but never one big enough to hang in our living room. To revive my...
Art Creations
Welcome!
Many believe formal training is a prerequisite to quality in painting. Not a few will agree with me one can do as well without.
Painting started as and still is a hobby for me. Curiosity was the driving force; books were my tools; and learning by copying the masters was my method. I soon discovered painting requires no special skill at all. Anyone can paint and learning how to could even be fun.
Give it a try!
ART CREATIONS
Many believe formal training is a prerequisite to quality in painting. Not a few will agree with me one can do as well without.
Painting started as and still is a hobby for me. Curiosity was the driving force; books were my tools; and learning by copying the masters was my method. I soon discovered painting requires no special skill at all. Anyone can paint and learning how to could even be fun.
Give it a try!
AGAPI marks Fil-Am Day 2017; emphasises day’s importance
Evelyn A. Opilas
The Association of Golden Australian Pilipinos Inc (AGAPI) marked Philippine American Friendship Day 8 July, its members confirming that they remember the time when July 4 was celebrated as the Philippines’ Araw ng Kalayaan (Independence Day).
...
Caviteños in Canada 34TH Annual Picnic - 2017
Diego Kalaw Linan
The Caviteños in Canada held their 34th Annual Picnic last Saturday, July 15th, 2017 at Earl Bales Park in Toronto.
...
PIDC Mabuhay Cup 2017 Basketball Invitational Tournament Ready to Kick Off
Tony A. San Juan
This year's summer premier basketball tournament in the Filipino Canadian community is all ready but the kick off day. Yes sirree.....the...
Proud to be Migrante BC, Proud to be Union Activist
Erie Maestro
Migrante BC members, many of them, work in unionized workplaces, are union members or union organizers. Migrante BC is proud...
Songs that define your life
Willie Jose
One morning while I was navigating Facebook, I saw an entry posted by a close friend of mine, Joey S--...
A treat for multicultural families in Auburn-Australia!
Ruben Amores
July 16 was a special day for all families (Filipinos and multicultural) who attended the entry-FREE Philippine Family Day held...
Rowena Romulo named one of the ‘100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World’
Gina McAdam
(London, 18th July 2017) Rowena Romulo, owner of Romulo Café London, the first international branch of Manila-based Romulo Café restaurants,...
Songs that define your life
Willie Jose
One morning while I was navigating Facebook, I saw an entry posted by a close friend of mine, Joey S--...
`CON AMOR’ FOUNDATION B0ARD MEMBERS VISIT PROJECTS IN PHILIPPINES
By: Orquidia. Valenzuela, as reported by Myrla Danao
Businessman Jaap van Dijke, chairman and two board members, Myrla Danao and Dr. John Deen of Con Amor foundation in...
Art Creations
Vicente Collado Jr.
Welcome!
Many believe formal training is a prerequisite to quality in painting. Not a few will agree with me one can...
THE CHILDREN IN DON MANUEL GK VILLAGE
Orquidia Valenzuela Flores
Sixty-three children from age three to six years, in the very poor community of Don Manuel village in Barangay...
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