The Emerging Artists
MEGA|June 2023
Meet MEGA's Emerging Awardees, who are transcending the limitations of artistic expression and contributing to the progression of the local art landscape
The Emerging Artists

With art deeply embedded in the culture of the country, it is no surprise that we are home to some of the most distinct and renowned artists in the world. From visual to performing arts, the country prides itself on its thriving art scene that continues to evolve and innovate.

In a bid to showcase, elevate, and cultivate the local arts, the MEGA team, together with our MEGA Ball co-chair, Sheila Romero, puts the spotlight on 10 of the rising Filipino artists of this generation.

As we embark on an artistic expedition, we have discovered a plethora of talents across various forms of creativity, such as painting, sculpture, and fashion design. These artists are bringing new perspectives and stories to the forefront of the country’s art industry. They draw inspiration from their heritage and create works that both explore and reflect the social narratives relevant to the identity of the Filipino people.

NICE BUENAVENTURA

Nice Buenaventura is anything but nice when it comes to releasing her internalized conflicts. She uses art as a medium to translate her stresses and ruminations into something beautiful and thought-provoking.

“I often say that I start off with tension,” Buenaventura tells MEGA. “There would be something that I feel bad about or something I couldn’t understand. And that tension gets of f loaded into the process of art-making. So all of my exhibitions have always come from that kind of energy and dissonance.”

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