In celebration of the National Arts Month this February, the city government holds an art exhibit at the City Library’s ‘Salangi Ko Pu’ Gallery, featuring the artworks of 72-year old Angelena artist, Violeta Gregorio. Present during the opening of the art exhibit are Gregorio, Vice Mayor Vicky-Vega Cabigting, Executive Assistant IV Reina Manuel, Museum Curator Bettina Arriola, ACTO head Anneleen Antonio-Sugui, and ACEDIPO Head Irish Bonus-Llego.
ANGELES CITY – The local government here will hold an exhibit featuring the artworks of a 72-year-old woman from Barangay Malabanias, as Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr. vowed to support the annual celebration of National Arts Month (NAM) this February.
“Ing art, ala yang pipilinang edad. It can be appreciated by everyone, regardless of their age. Through art, we can express the beauty that is all around us,” Lazatin said.
The exhibit will run from February 3 – 26, 2021, Mondays to Fridays, 10 am – 5 pm (closed on weekends). Please download the StaySafe.ph app before entering the premises.
Violeta Gregorio has been in the painting industry for 5 years. She started at 67 years old.
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.
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 an art exhibit at the “Salangi Ko Pu” Art Gallery located at the second floor of the Angeles City Library.
“I have been discussing with Mayor Lazatin and his adviser IC Calaguas. Mayor Lazatin wants to provide a platform for aspiring Angeleño artists to showcase their valuable talent,” Manuel said.
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.
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, in order 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.
