“In Vivid Retrospect” by Edwin Tres Reyes, on view at Galleria Nicolas Greenbelt
Exhibit runs from April 14 - 25, 2023Artist Reception on April 21, Friday at 5 PM
For Edwin Tres Reyes’ latest exhibition, the artist explores historical remarks brought about by his vivid depictions of architectural landscapes in local history. The decorum of buildings serves as both a home and a means of income for its inhabitants at the time, with the ground level occupied as a trading post, and the upper decks as the living residence.
Edwin Tres Reyes’ colloquial facades present themselves in great distinct as if culled from a history book on Old Manila. Further, Tres Reyes intends to focus on the architectural elements – heritage buildings, shops, and houses that were heavily inspired by the Spanish and Chinese. The establishments comprise classical designs of prehistoric Manila, embedding stylized Capiz windows, painted shutters, and sloped roofs in the frame.
The artist’s perspective of the establishments gives us hindsight on how simple yet abundant the Filipino way of life was a the time. In retrospect, Tres Reyes wishes to recall, preserve, and honor the impact of our cultural heritage, visualized through a vibrant and spirited series of architectural paintings.
Edwin Tres Reyes studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the University of Santo Tomas. He worked as a paste-up artist, illustrator, visualizer, and art director for one of the country’s largest advertising agencies, Ammirati Puris Lintas (now LOWE). After seven years in the advertising agency, he became a full-time artist and mounted his first solo show at Galerie Joaquin in 2003. From his abstract acrylics to his more recent light-hearted landscapes, the innate wit and openness to interpretation of Tres Reyes’ paintings make his works truly interesting conversation pieces.
“In Vivid Retrospect” by Edwin Tres Reyes will be on view from April 14 - 25, 2023 with the Artist Reception slated on Friday, April 21, at 5 PM. Galleria Nicolas Greenbelt is located at 3F, Greenbelt 5, Legazpi Street, Makati City. For inquiries, contact Galleria Nicolas at +63 936 225 1226 or email at gallerianicolasgreenbelt@gmail.com.
