60” × 60” Acrylic on Canvas
A monumental view of the cathedral at the heart of Manila’s old quarter—solid, weathered, and always present. Broad, confident brushstrokes show sun-bleached stone and brick; warm ochres and muted siennas suggest heat and age, while greens and grays hint at lichen and damp patina. The cathedral fills the center, balanced by narrow streets and low buildings that lead the eye to its arched portals and bell tower. Soft, humid light suggests tropical heat and sudden rain. Small, quiet figures—worshippers and visitors—move toward the entrance, painted simply to emphasize shared ritual over individual identity. The palette pairs earthy, aged architecture with warmer accents in clothing. Layering, scumbling, and occasional impasto convey the texture of stone and the clinging humidity. The painting is a respectful portrait of a landmark: sturdy yet softened by climate and kept alive by its people.
60” × 60” Acrylic on Canvas
A monumental view of the cathedral at the heart of Manila’s old quarter—solid, weathered, and always present. Broad, confident brushstrokes show sun-bleached stone and brick; warm ochres and muted siennas suggest heat and age, while greens and grays hint at lichen and damp patina. The cathedral fills the center, balanced by narrow streets and low buildings that lead the eye to its arched portals and bell tower. Soft, humid light suggests tropical heat and sudden rain. Small, quiet figures—worshippers and visitors—move toward the entrance, painted simply to emphasize shared ritual over individual identity. The palette pairs earthy, aged architecture with warmer accents in clothing. Layering, scumbling, and occasional impasto convey the texture of stone and the clinging humidity. The painting is a respectful portrait of a landmark: sturdy yet softened by climate and kept alive by its people.