About the Artwork
Painted on a wooden plank, this piece references Japan's participation in the Second World War and the remnants of its actions as it is still engraved in the hearts of its victims, both in Japan and its surrounding countries.
The artwork showcases the kanji「東」meaning "East" using the Sgraffito technique.
As a Filipino who studies Japanese and Japanese culture, I had always dismissed Japan's past relations with the Philippines during the Second World War. Nonetheless, it still gives me a complicated feeling whenever I study a colonizer’s culture and find beauty in it.
By using Sgraffito and specifically picking the colors used and its arrangement, I am able to show the evolution of Japan’s quest for power, and the devolution of the individuals who fell victim during its reign.
Using heavy contrasts between dark brown and soft pink alongside expressive textured brush strokes, it conveys an enigmatic and introspective mood.
Acrylic on Panel, Wood
History and Legend
Contemporary, Others, Abstract, Expressionism
2021
This Artwork is unframed and requires framing.
Art makes a timeless and meaningful gift! This artwork is perfect for occasions such as: Christmas New Job Home Purchase Promotion Anniversaries
Consider displaying this artwork in: Office Hallway Living Room Commercial Spaces
From Earth to Heaven, From Heaven to Earth
Marc Paulo SantosRodriguez, Philippines
Acrylic on Panel, Wood
9 W x 11 H x 0.7 D inches
Customer Reviews
Marc Paulo Santos
Rodriguez, Philippines
Marc Paulo has 3
artworks,
and is available for
commissioned work.
Marc is a fine arts student of the University of the Philippines-Diliman. The themes of his artworks are based on the stories he comes up with. The foundation of the stories he creates are the objects or people he encounters every day. He makes a narrative where a simple "everyday" object can be related to something more dynamic that reflects beliefs, ideals, and arguments.
About the Artwork
Painted on a wooden plank, this piece references Japan's participation in the Second World War and the remnants of its actions as it is still engraved in the hearts of its victims, both in Japan and its surrounding countries.
The artwork showcases the kanji「東」meaning "East" using the Sgraffito technique.
As a Filipino who studies Japanese and Japanese culture, I had always dismissed Japan's past relations with the Philippines during the Second World War. Nonetheless, it still gives me a complicated feeling whenever I study a colonizer’s culture and find beauty in it.
By using Sgraffito and specifically picking the colors used and its arrangement, I am able to show the evolution of Japan’s quest for power, and the devolution of the individuals who fell victim during its reign.
Using heavy contrasts between dark brown and soft pink alongside expressive textured brush strokes, it conveys an enigmatic and introspective mood.
Acrylic on Panel, Wood
History and Legend
Contemporary, Others, Abstract, Expressionism
2021
This Artwork is unframed and requires framing.
Art makes a timeless and meaningful gift! This artwork is perfect for occasions such as: Christmas New Job Home Purchase Promotion Anniversaries
Consider displaying this artwork in: Office Hallway Living Room Commercial Spaces
Marc Paulo Santos
Rodriguez, Philippines
Marc Paulo has 3
artworks,
and is available for
commissioned work.
Marc is a fine arts student of the University of the Philippines-Diliman. The themes of his artworks are based on the stories he comes up with. The foundation of the stories he creates are the objects or people he encounters every day. He makes a narrative where a simple "everyday" object can be related to something more dynamic that reflects beliefs, ideals, and arguments.
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