“As restrictions began to lift after 2+ years of global pandemic, The Filipino Music and Art Foundation in BC (FMAAFBC) asked local Filipino Canadian artists to reflect on activities that sustained them through the physical and mental challenges during COVID 19 pandemic lockdown.
Opening Aug.9, 2022, FMAAFBC, presents Pagtitipon 2022 – A Gathering … an art exhibit of original works by Filipino Canadian artists on what helped them through the pandemic. The show is a culmination of artistic ideas, thoughts, visions, and experiences by senior and young artists with shared cultural background.
Continuing the tradition of previous, highly successful Pagtitipon exhibits, participation is by invitation. In 2015 and 2019, artists with Filipino heritage were invited from Canada, New York, and the Philippines. This year, 2022, exclusive focus is given to Filipino Canadian artists residing in British Columbia. The 10 selected artists are Danvic Briones, Paulina Constancia, Tessie Dichupa, Charlie Frenal, Kiana Hipolito, Edgardo S. Lantin, Lenore RS Lim, Chito Maravilla, Esmie Gayo McLaren, and Broderick Wong. “
