THE local government in Angeles City is holding an exhibit featuring the artworks of a 72-year-old Angeleña from Barangay Malabanias in celebration of National Arts Month this February.
The exhibit will run from February 3 to 26, 2021, Mondays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the “Salangi Ko Pu” Art Gallery located on the second floor of the Angeles City Library.
Violeta Gregorio has been in the painting industry for five years. She started working with the brush and canvas at 67 years old.
Gregorio discovered her love for painting back in 2015 when she lost her husband, the love of her life.
Despite this unfortunate event in her life, she is thankful for having found light and comfort in painting. Since then, she has found solace in painting.
Executive Assistant IV Reina Manuel shared that Gregorio has initially displayed her artworks at the One Town One Product (Otop) souvenir center, managed by the Angeles City Economic Development Investment Promotions Office (ACEDIPO), led by Irish Bonus-Llego.
"I have been discussing this with Mayor [Carmelo “Pogi”] Lazatin [Jr.] and his adviser IC Calaguas. Mayor Lazatin wants to provide a platform for aspiring Angeleño artists to showcase their valuable talent," Manuel said.
Lazatin, who vowed to support the annual celebration of National Arts Month said that “Ing art, ala yang pipilinang edad (Art chooses no age). It can be appreciated by everyone, regardless of their age. Through art, we can express the beauty that is all around us.”
Spotlight on the artist and her works
Though regarded as a newcomer in her field, Angeles City Tourism Office (ACTO) head Anneleen Antonio-Sugui decided to shine a spotlight on Gregorio’s paintings, by showcasing them through the art exhibit.
According to Antonio-Sugui, interested Angeleños can own one of Gregorio’s paintings, as her masterpieces will be up for sale during the exhibit, ranging from P1,000 to P3,500.
Proceeds from the sale will then be given to the artist herself to support her living expenses now that she’s already a part of the senior community.
For other inquiries please contact the Angeles City Tourism Office - mobile numbers 09266677846 and 09222496260. Visitors to the exhibit are advised to download the StaySafe.ph app before entering the city Library premises. (PR)