In a world obsessed with pop culture superheroes, multiverses, and distant galaxies, a collective of artists made a bold choice to honor the everyday heroes in our midst—those hardworking laborers who carry entire industries on their shoulders.
Presenting their exhibit called “Dakilang Manggagawa,” the Masipag Artist Group (MAG) pays homage to our fellow countrymen who tirelessly sacrifice for the greater good. With gratitude, this exhibit serves as a meaningful tribute to them.
Rico Aunzo, spokesperson of MAG, shared these sentiments. The exhibit is currently ongoing until July 31 at Robinsons Land ARTablado, situated on the Upper Ground Floor of Robinsons Antipolo.
Originally forming as the Manawari Art Group on Facebook in 2019, the MAG members were initially strangers. Their connection grew through social media, where they found common ground in their love for art and creative expression. This Facebook group eventually blossomed into the full-fledged art collective known as Masipag, emphasizing the importance of hard work, perseverance, and determination in achieving career success.
As Aunzo put it, “Ang kasipagan ang susi ng kaginhawaan.” The group draws inspiration from the words of the esteemed Tagalog poet Jose Corazon de Jesus: “Bawat patak ng pawis mo’y / yumayari ka ng dangal / dinadala mo ang lahi mo / sa luklukan ng tagumpay.”
At the helm of MAG is neo-realist painter Naptalie “Rico” Aunzo, whose unique artistic style combines modern, traditional, and cubist elements with classic Filipino themes and customs. His recurring protagonist, “Pedrong Masipag,” symbolizes the qualities and virtues possessed by everyday Filipinos—serving as an antithesis to Juan Tamad, the embodiment of laziness in Filipino folklore. Pedrong Masipag is depicted as a respectable gentleman, donning a traditional barong Tagalog and salakot, often portrayed performing noble deeds.
MAG consists of talented artists such as Daniel Dumaguit, sculptor-painter Nelson Basa, Pol A. Mesina (founder of Artipolo Group Inc.), Jayson Borlon, Krister Jhude Isip, Rem Kulas, Mori, Hannah Castalone, Ton Muñoz, Efren Saludar, Rodgie Gapayao, Doodz Iligan, Dominic Gomez, Antonio Pacuan Jr., Leo De Fraga Torcelino, Joyce Pertez, and Mark Aparato.
They are the active members who collaborated and worked together to ensure the success of their inaugural exhibit,” MAG expressed their gratitude. They are sincerely grateful for the opportunity to showcase their art in a space like ARTablado, which is renowned for its inclus
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