WINDOW ROOM : MARYKNELL VALDECANAS

Exhibition dates. 4 March - 16 March 2025
Opening Reception : Wed 5 March 2025, 6:00 - 8:30 pm

“Becoming”explores the profound beauty of transformation and rebirth after life.Through a monochromatic series, the series uses the symbolism of butterflies and mushrooms to represent the cycle of renewal, while portraits and hands convey the interconnectedness of human existence.This series offers a contemplative vision of life beyond the physical world, reminding viewers of the eternal beauty and unity that emerge from transformation. “Becoming” invites you to reflect on the journey of existence and find hope in the promise of a radiant afterlife.

KnellValdecañas is a Filipino visual artist whose work is deeply rooted in the exploration of emotion and self-expression. A quiet observer by nature, she often finds it difficult to articulate her inner world with words, so she translates her emotions through art. Working with charcoal, acrylic, and graphite, she creates pieces that blend realistic distortion with raw, instinctive strokes, each one a reflection of her inner life.

Valdecañas believes that art should not be confined to pre-existing frameworks. She rejects the notion of boundaries, choosing instead to embrace the freedom of creation without limits. For her, art is not only a form of expression but a means of communication, an opportunity to speak volumes without saying a word.With each brushstroke and pencil line, she invites the viewer into her world, offering a glimpse into her emotional landscape.

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