What is it to be a Woman in our time? What does the Feminine actually mean? What is the definition of Feminine Power? “The Divine Feminine” explores what may be the source of a woman’s power, the feminine spirit which thrived in the more female-oriented goddess cultures, only to be superseded by the patriarchal way of life.
Artists Katrina Cuenca and Marge Organo aim to push for more authentic, comprehensive, and refined representation of women within all facets of the Philippine art industry.
“The Divine Feminine” explores aspects of both female artist’s identity through their art, as well as each unique culture and narrative informed by their personal experiences as women of the arts. Whether the work is referencing the self and body, sexuality and gender, or conflict and healing within, each artist brings their distinctive perspective to the exhibition through unexpected visuals and contemporary techniques.
The ancient, feminine vessel form has become Marge Organo’s signature element. Her intricately developed, multi-colored sculptures depicting motherhood continue to both challenge and entice audiences as the artist explores and expands the limits of traditional sculpture in her oeuvre of optical glass creations. Katrina Cuenca’s flowing abstractions focuses on the representation of the feminine form. The movement of elements are the artist’s expression of the internal states of the female being.
The creative gestures of Katrina Cuenca and Marge Organo are at once expressions of resiliency, defiance, and celebration of the female psyche.
“The Divine Feminine” by Katrina Cuenca and Marge Organo will be on view at Galerie Raphael’s Booth B6 of ManilArt 2020, located at the 3rd Level of SMX Convention Center, SM Aura, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig from December 9 – 12, 2020. Galerie Raphael Shangri-la is located at Level 4, Main Wing Shangri-La Plaza Mall, EDSA cor. Shaw Blvd. Mandaluyong City and Galerie Raphael Serendra is at the Second Level, The Piazza Serendra Mall, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. For inquiries, contact Galerie Raphael Shangri-la at +63 (2) 8 941-6194 or email shang@galerieraphael.com.ph; or contact Galerie Raphael Serendra at +63 (2) 8 856-3034 or email galerieraphael@yahoo.com
