sino ako?

Ako si Marian (I am Marian).  I was born, raised and educated in the Philippines.  My artistic journey began early in life, mostly through drawing and painting.  But other interests developed through the years, putting this adventure on hold.
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Eventually, the right time came for me to resume the journey so I enrolled in a couple of art classes.  One of them was "Sculpting in Clay", which captivated me.
 
Using clay as a medium of expression or communication was love at first touch.  Clay is pliable, forgiving and unpredictable.  Unpredictable because sometimes it can direct your work onto a different path. 
 
Clay is also a teacher – one learns to be pliable, forgiving and open to possibilities.
 
Much of my work is figurative and inspired by the rich culture of the Philippines.  This could be transforming a word, like yakap, into something tangible and tactile; expressing the bond between a parent and a beloved child with palang-ga; or bringing to life an element in Philippine folklore through Alamat.  
 
It is hoped that my sculptures would spark your curiosity and make an emotional connection.  It is a pleasure to share them with you.  

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Palang-ga (Beloved)
Edition of five in ​Jesmonite with slate filler
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Palang-ga is a word from the Cebuano language of the Philippines; a term of endearment for someone who is dearly loved, a beloved.

Ka-Mukha (Likeness)
Limited edition of 10 in Jesmonite with granite filler
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Kamukha literally translates to "same face".  It is the word used to describe one who resembles another. 
Scientific studies have shown that humans are genetically related to gorillas.  Therefore the sculpture has glass eyes into which you can see your own reflection, your likeness.

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Marian is wearing a camisa (blouse) made of embroidered piña, a traditional Philippine fabric woven ​from pineapple leaf fibres.

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