“SOULFUL FLIGHT” BY RESTY LOPEZ RUNS AT GALLERIA NICOLAS GREENBELT, JUNE 24-JULY 3
“Man’s desire to fly is as old as mankind.” Our fascination with angels and superheroes are evident throughout history in art and literature. Their use as symbols can be seen in the earliest known art and persist even until present day. Icarus of Greek mythology first comes to mind when one thinks of avian-human hybrids. 9th century Andalusian inventor Abbas Ibn Firnas took inspiration from this and himself experimented with flight. Such is our admiration for birds and their various symbolisms, in particular their being a connection to the Divine.
The ability to fly is in the bird’s wings, its perfect anatomy creating lift, thus allowing the bird to soar. As such, the strength and beauty of avian wings has inspired artist Resty Lopez to explore this desire of rising up to the heavens. Through the 17 pieces in his exhibit “Soulful Flight,” he delves into lovingly highlighting his birds’ colorful plumage in their glorious beauty - both delicate and powerful. He also allows his audience to see his wings as an aspiration to understanding our human frailties and embracing our desire for self-actualization. Lastly, he encourages a contemplation of one’s own personal analysis of his subject as it means for his viewers based on known and accepted symbolisms and interpretations.
An artist initially from Bolinao Pangasinan, Resty’s passion for art started at an early age. His move to Baguio in 2000 to try to continue his tertiary education allowed him to develop his artistic technique through projects and contests. He experimented with different mediums, forms and styles and has honed his craft in both paintings and sculptures. In 2005, he started to receive awards and recognition and has participated in several group exhibits and competitions in both the local and national levels. He joined the Galerie Joaquin Group in 2022 and soars through “Soulful Flight,” his first one man show in Manila.
“Soulful Flight” by Resty Lopez will be on view from June 24-July 3, 2023 with the Artist Reception slated on Tuesday, June 27, at 5 PM. Galleria Nicolas Greenbelt is located at 3F, Greenbelt 5, Legazpi Street, Makati City. For inquiries, contact Galleria Nicolas at +63 9362251226 or email gallerianicolasgreenbelt@gmail.com.
