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“Speak No Evil”
“Speak No Evil”
It portrays a face veiled in quietness, symbolizing muted voices and restricted
expressions, underscoring the profound connection between artistic expression and the vital human right to communicate freely.
Artist: Rex Mancita
Date Created: August, 2020
Medium: Charcoal Drawing
“The Face of Poverty”
“The Face of Poverty”
The piece "The Face of Poverty" highlights the exploitation and neglect experienced by impoverished communities, showcasing a scenario where promises made to them are superficial and fail to address their basic needs. Despite assurances, they remain deprived, their voices disregarded or silenced, trapping them in a cycle of powerlessness.
This emphasizes the urgency of genuine efforts to combat poverty rather than empty gestures. Moreover, this perpetuates a damaging cycle wherein consistent unfulfilled promises create a belief that such treatment is acceptable for the impoverished, fostering a sense of hopelessness and furthering systemic issues. Challenging this misconception is crucial to breaking this cycle and offering substantial support and opportunities to those in need.
Artist: Avemae Pedroso
Date Created: September 7, 2020
Size: 8.5 x 13"
Medium: Charcoal pencil on Vellum paper
“Bandwagon-If Eyes Could Speak”
“Bandwagon-If Eyes Could Speak”
by Bianca Labrador
Date Created: June, 2023
Medium: Colored pencils & lipstick
Imagine if eyes could talk. It's like saying, "What if you could see the pain and stories in someone's eyes?" The idea is that, without using words, you could feel and understand what someone's been through or what they're fighting for.
This artwork is a reminder that we should pay attention to the silent stories in people's eyes – stories of struggle, strength, and the fight for fairness. It's like a way of saying, "Look closely, because people's eyes tell a powerful story about what they've been through and what they need."
“Eksena”
“Eksena”
Artist: Bob Maltizo
Date Created: 2023
Size: 10 x 10 Polyptych
Location: V Gallery Museum
Medium: Acrylic & Aerosol Paint
This art is kind of a figure of speech. The viewer has the full control of however they perceive the art to be, it is self explanatory. They can take it literally as it is, it can be subjective, or anything that the viewer perceives it to be. It can be applied in different perspectives. It can be uncomfortable but to some, it can be a source of comfort. As can be seen on the artwork, it could act as a bridge for people to be united at least “halfway”, in the “middle", giving people a “common ground”. Whether it be social, racial, political, individual, cultural, or in any aspect of life. The artist got very creative on this work of art that one’s mind can go anywhere in just one artwork. Therefore, the art can actually take back memories all the way from the past that are observed to be occurring til this day regarding “Fairness & Equality”.
“Power of Resistance”
“Power of Resistance”
The people of the Philippines have fought so hard to enjoy basic human rights and yet to this day these are still not being upheld. We have suffered at the hands of people hungry for power that exploit the common Filipinos. With our past in the hands of colonizers and the present with self-serving politicians, the fight for basic human rights has never stopped.
Artist: Slyeviee
Medium: Graphite and paper
“6th Right of a Child”
“6th Right of a Child”
by Isaiah Magalona
In this darkened world, a lot of children still have folded wings, unable to fly and attain a brighter future. With education, they can learn to fly and bring color to our world. But how can children hope for education if it isn’t accessible to everyone? Let’s raise our voice and show them our pink ribbon, our symbol of hope, Vice President Leni Robredo. The future’s not ours to see but we can hope for a better future. Our children can hope for a better education. This isn’t just for the children now, for the children who lost hope, this is also for the children who will inherit our world. Come, let’s unfold our wings and rise together for a better world, a better future with Leni Robredo and our children.
“PINK-Rally Reflection”
“PINK-Rally Reflection”
Ang pagdalo ko sa Leni-Kiko rally sa Naga ay isang bagay na hinding-hindi ko makakalimutan. Masarap sa pakiramdam na marami kang kasama, at may pinaglalaban kayo na alam ninyong tama. D ito ko pinaka-naramdaman ang aking pagmamahal sa aking bayan. at ang gaan sa pamiramdam na maraming taong pareho ang paniniwala sayo, kahit sa isang bagay lang nagkakasundo - ang makitang maluklok sa pwesto ang isang subok lider na mapagkakatiwalaan.
Kaya sa araw ng pagboto, ipapagmalaki kong nagdesisyon akong tama. at pinaglaban ko ang aking paniniwala sa pamamagitan ng pag suporta at pagdalo sa kanilang rally. This artwork is a reflection on the importance of our votes and how it a ffects our government, It symbolizes our values and serves a reminder to stand up for what is right and to always strive for greater good.
Artist: Fel Andrew Payte
Date Created: August, 2022
Medium: Charcoal Drawing
As we close, let's envision a world where human rights flourish. Our hope lies in compassionate leadership. Let these shared ideals guide our efforts, inspire conversations, and propel us toward a world where human rights are not just an aspiration but a universal reality.
Together, let's pave the way for a brighter tomorrow. The journey continues, and our commitment remains unwavering – for a world where every voice is heard, and every life is valued.
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