“I dream my painting, and then I paint my dream.” – Vincent Van Gogh
Hulot at Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art (ILOMOCA) is once again a venue of another exhibit worth visisting. ILOMOCA’s first offering of the year, it recently opened and will run till April 28, 2024.
Multimedia artist Joe Geraldo’s “Comfortably Numb” is a one-man show featuring 21 artworks demonstrated using pen and ink. According to the artist, each artwork “present a journey—more than enough to convey a lifetime of values and wisdom he has learned and lived through.” The titles of his pieces could only speak for a part of the whole picture which is exactly how he wishes it to be as they capture the artist’s enigmatic artistic process: “out of this world but purposeful, out of control but brutally honest.”
“Comfortably Numb” focuses on societal indifference. Humanity often prioritizes material gains at the expense of others and the environment, numbing themselves to global issues. The artist aims to enlighten and inspire, emphasizing the importance of love, unity, and compassion for all beings.
His piece de resistance is on a 10 x 25 feet canvas that simultaneously draws you in and pushes you back. Called boldly by the artist, “The Fields of Lies and Hates”, it reveals the interconnectedness of practically everything going on; from the good and the bad, right or wrong, big or small, comfortable and numb.
“He called it such because he has freely expressed here his thoughts on the issues of today,” said JP Liboon-Tolentino, Museum Managher at ILOMOCA. “The spirit put into a single line, shape, form, and figure transcends varied interpretations and limitless imaginations whether you are focusing on one portion or taking it all in.”
Born in Talisay City, Negros Occidental, Roedil “Joe” Geraldo is a renowned Filipino sculptor and multimedia artist who was admitted to the La Consolacion College-Bacolod’s Fine Arts program in 1986. He has made a significant impact on the art scene through his unique artistic style and numerous achievements.
The award-winning artist has received numerous accolades and awards for his exceptional artistic talent. He was the Regional Winner for three consecutive years (1991-94) at the PLDT-DPC Telephone Directory Cover Visual Art National Competition. His artistic prowess was also recognized in the International Art Festival, where he secured the 2nd Prize in the Paraw Regatta Paint a Sail Contest held in Boracay.
A member of several art associations, including the Art Association of Bacolod (AAB), Kasamahan ng mga Artisan Mulat ang Isip (KAMI), Art Association of Talisay (ATA), and Signus of Negros, he has showcased his artwork in numerous one-man shows, including exhibitions at La Salle Museum, Bacolod City, and Art in Formal Gallery, Manila.
Visit the gallery, and experience the enigmatic mind of Joe Geraldo. ILOMOCA is open every Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to 6pm. Entrance to Hulot Gallery is free.
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