Europe Exhibit May 20-July 5 2009


Young Art Philippines

Featured Artists: Jojo Austria, Emman Santos, Marcial Pontillas, Robert Fernandez and Sam Penaso


After a rigorous search from among the fi nest young contemporary painters, KUNST Gallery
Philippines welcomes a new breed of Filipino artists for 2009 which embodies Young Art Philippines.
Their works mirror a strong cultural identity and heritage, the richness and vibrancy of Philippine Art and
the dynamism and idealism of Philippine Youth exemplifi ed through their works.
These young painters boasts of years of hard work, education, training and talent as well as
numerous awards and citations given to them in various local and international art competitions giving
credence to their art which we truly call our own.
It is the Philippines pride and glory to present these chosen Filipino contemporary artists
collectively called Young Art Philippines. It is our aim to make a mark in the global art scene showcasing
the best of Philippine art & the Filipino artists.
It is our vision that with this exhibit and journey to different countries in Europe, these artists
would weave a rich tapestry of knowledge and experience of what makes European art and how they
could utilize this to further enhance and forward their artistic growth and encourage a new breed of Global
Filipino artists.


VER CUIZON
Art Impresario


Art is the language of the soul. Talent is given by the creator; it is what we positively do with it
which is our gift to humanity and to God. Such creation of beauty involves much blood, sweat and tears.
Indeed, it takes a visionary or an artist to intuit what our world might be and how our world is refashioning
us.
A brilliant artist transforms the simple and common things into something that will stimulate the
viewers mind. There is competition in the art world. But one has to remain pure of heart and true to his
soul to be able to survive and express himself well. .
Young Art Philippines is characterized by it’s youthful élan, it’s creative freedoms and experimentation,
it’s idealism, single-mindedness and vigor.
Kunst Gallery continues to contribute towards the elevation of art consciousness of Filipinos.
We are slowly but surely making our mark in our vision to promote Philippine Art and Culture, locally and
internationally. We aim to bridge the culture gap between Europe and the Philippines.
And so we continue to dream, we celebrate the journey. Because we believe in the Filipino talent.


BILL PEREZ
Head, Phil. Delegation