Years ago

Some of my past works. circa 1998-99...


Old man with straw hat.
acrylic on canvas board.
Its a plate from way back in college. Painted from a live model.



Magnolia sa bote.
Watercolour on paper.
There was a time when a Prang Watercolour set was my best friend. I attempted to emulate the great Toti Cerda back then. My classmates and i used to go to Megamall often to see if there is a new toti cerda painting in the art center. Heres a sample... http://aapgroup.multiply.com/photos/hi-res/24/17?xurl=http%3A%2F%2Faapgroup.multiply.com%2Fphotos%2Falbum%2F24%2FWinners_of_the_24th_KULAY_SA_TUBIG_Gallery_Genesis_%2317

He's really one of the greatest watercolourist ever.




My Father
Oil on canvas
From another great influence. Rembrandt. I tried to copy his look and technique here. And as you can see, its pathetic compared to the master...http://emptyeasel.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/rembrandt-self-portrait-1629.jpg






Portrait study
acrylic on canvas
One of my lazy college plates. This one is done under 20 minutes. Because i was too lazy to do anything serious that day. And i wanted to get it done as quick a possible so i can leave the classroom and hangout with friends.