Birth of Maria by Gabrielle MabazzaIn Birth of Maria, the artist replaces Sandro Botticelli's mythological Venus with the ambiguous Maria of Philippine folklore. Different interpretations of Maria are present across the country's regions. The artist presents three well known versions of Maria: Maria Sinukuan, Maria Makiling, and Maria Cacao, with a splash of contemporaneity with its bright colours and geometric elements. @trust_ur_eyes__

By transforming themself into a pop culture icon

set amidst a surreal space adorned with orchids—a motif representing growth and transformation—that is wholeheartedly embraced and welcomed by the couple

called Babaylans

and deep violet create a backdrop that mirrors the cosmic expanse

lights come on and clock resets

ecstasy & delight

almost like a ubiquitous accessory to the general public

Through his art

@cawanddien

this piece depicts a typical scene of taxi

as a woman surrounded by an air of mysticism and danger

by definition