Two mother-and-son pairs will show Guam just how powerful art can be in creating synergy between generations and in evoking emotions that words may never do justice to. And how art can transcend the limits of time, space, cultures and colors.
Rubyjane Buhain-Redila and her son Jay Buhain-Redila, and Mar-Vic Cagurangan and her son D. Federico “Ico” Munar, teamed up for an enjoyable and awe-inspiring art exhibit.
The art show opens at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, at the Lees-Reyes Art Gallery at Tumon Sands Plaza. It will run through Feb. 13.
‘Transcending Colors’
“Having a mother-child art exhibit— it’s heartwarming to say the least. I’m thrilled to present my artwork in tandem with my incredibly talented son. I beam with pride at the prospect of nurturing the next generation of artistic brilliance within my family. All his pieces are so profound and masterfully made. I’m blown away by his creations,” Rubyjane told the Pacific Daily News.
She said the public can expect a captivating experience at “Transcending Colors,” which seamlessly blends traditional and digital mediums and showcases the unique artistic voices of both artists.
Rubyjane’s adept traditional paintings explore fauna, portraits, and abstract art, while Jay brings life to the digital canvas with free-hand digital art inspired by animated storytelling.
The exhibition is a harmonious fusion of innovation and tradition, inviting everyone to explore a world of vividly experimented colors and thought-provoking concepts.
“This exhibit offers a unique opportunity to showcase the dynamic synergy between generations. While this is our first mother-son exhibit, we have participated in other group exhibits together,” Rubyjane, a versatile creative and entrepreneur, said.
‘Mar-Vic and Ico: Inspirations from Within’
Mar-Vic Cagurangan, publisher and editor-in-chief of Pacific Island Times, has done several group and solo art exhibits before – such as “Colors and Faces” in 2023 – but this is the first time she’s having a joint exhibit with her son Ico.
An abstract artist who uses digital paint, Ico has also done group exhibits before. But this is the first time he gets to showcase his body of work.
Ico, who was diagnosed with autism when he was 4 years old, paints with intricate patterns and uses bright colors, with cars and the sea as his favorite subjects.
“That he’s able to showcase his work is exciting enough,” Mar-Vic said. “Because he is nonverbal, I can only guess how he feels. I think he is excited. He helped me with framing his work and organizing them.”
Ico also designs and creates trinkets. When not creating art, he enjoys whipping up dishes and trying out dance moves.
Mar-Vic, a journalist by profession, is drawn to contemporary art form, focusing on the personal and social conflicts of the 21st century. She considers herself an observer and critic of the destruction of the traditional ways of life.
Those who want to know more about the artists and their craft, a meet-the-artist event is set for the opening of “Transcending Colors” and “Mar-Vic and Ico: Inspirations from Within.”