In Pursuit of Epiphany

Garnering his second solo show for this year, Art Lozano is persistent in composing mise en scénes that evoke topics of technological advancement, environmental awareness, and existential individuality.

Art enthusiasts, much like Lozano himself, often adhere to the delight, appreciation, and satisfaction of nostalgia. Tapping into his artistic sensibilities as well as his personal interest, the artist received great recognition for illustrating iconic cars and motorcycles that embark on journeys in a vast horizon of greenery. Yet in this exhibit, Lozano also bears a fresher take on his verdant odysseys from the perspective of modern vehicles. This latest body of work reestablishes Lozano’s take on iconography as he also includes vehicles of the modern era; combining what is considered technological designs of the past with developments of the present, and reinforcing his environmental pursuits in a singular imagery of thought.

The artist’s oeuvre is unbound by time, as he intertwines symbols of nostalgia with figures of modernization. Moreover, “In Pursuit of Epiphany” is empowered by beliefs and philosophies that gravitate towards the mystery of the unknown. The red balloons tied to the vehicles suggest the question: What lies in the epiphany of the undiscovered? Lozano is fervent to venture into this existential thought and translates it into tangible forms of expression, as he also hopes the viewers to further explore their sense of individualities.

Art Lozano is described to be a “quiet environmentalist” who develops his unique talent to convey a message. He believes his works can be an instrument to propel the message to focus on Earth’s pristine beauty. His dream is that his paintings may urge people to act and take full responsibility for preserving Mother Nature. Ultimately, as he bares his soul through these works, Lozano entices his audience to interpret his works with a critical eye and an open mind.

A painter from Ilocos, Arthur “Art” Lozano has, since 2000, been garnering recognition from various award-giving bodies which include the AAP Annual Art Competition, Metro Bank Art and Design Excellence National Competition, GSIS Art Award, and the Philip Morris Art Award. He is currently a member of the renowned Baguio Tam-awan Artist Group.

“In Pursuit of Epiphany” by Art Lozano will be on view at Galleria Nicolas Greenbelt from July 5 – 14, 2023 with an Opening Reception on July 5, Wednesday 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.