Earth Day 2022 visual art exhibit held in MarQuee Mall
ANGELES CITY – An exhibit featuring stunning woodworks by a local artist was held at the ground floor of MarQuee Mall in this city.
In line with the Earth Day 2022 celebration, the visual art exhibit highlighting the works of Dr. Vittorio Pantig, which ran until May 1, 2022, is also part of the city government’s efforts to assist struggling artists during the pandemic.
Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr. said the project, conducted thru the City Tourism Office led by Anneleen Antonio-Sugui, is aimed at helping artists get back on their feet.
The opening of the exhibit, dubbed “Pamanyese King Indung Gabun,” (Nurturing Mother Earth), also coincided with the launching of Pantig’s Coffee Table Art Book titled “Obrang Dutung, a 25-year Journey.”
“Our artists, who have been one of the most affected during the pandemic, are prioritized in these recovery initiatives. With that, we are exerting more efforts to provide venues for art exhibits,” claimed Lazatin.
Mayor Lazatin vowed that the city will always provide support and assistance to various sectors and the local artists.
“Rest assured that the City Government will continue to uplift our artists in their future endeavors. Tuloy-tuloy po ang mga programa natin para sa ating art industry,” he emphasized.
These exhibits have been made possible through the partnerships made by the city with malls and business establishments. To recall, Lazatin asked them to showcase artists and their art works by providing a free venue.
Present during the ceremony were Vice Mayor Vicenta “Vicky” Vega-Cabigting, Executive Assistant V Rafael Angeles, Herminia Pamintuan (Wife of Mr. Edgardo Pamintuan, CDC Chairman), Peachy Atendido (General Manager of MarQuee Mall), Joel Pabustan Mallari (Cluster Head, Kapampangan, Tagalog, and Sambal), and Norman Tiotuico (Kapampangan Artist).
Local artists also showed their support in the event, by gracing the opening ceremony.
