A Diver’s Tale
As factures of memories, motives, and intents, contemporary artist Mike Garcia’s pieces for A Diver’s Tale at the NCCA Gallery in September 2022 are synaptic relays of sums and parts.
Mike introduces us to his version of El Nido, Palawan — the place still a common synecdoche of our nation-state for tropical beauty, rest, and biodiversity. Mike’s works hold a promise, as they are products that the artist wills to matter, to exist: We as viewers have the ability to change viewpoints if we are willing.
A Diver’s Tale is presented as a way to keep remembrances, featuring a protagonist based on the artist’s father who, like the former, loved the world of water. As the artist is a father himself and also an art teacher, Mike’s works relay a calm yet steady confidence: His explorations of forms, contexts, and languages are nonetheless evidence of the regenerative expansion and conscious refinement of his art practice.
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On September 05, 2022, the NCCA Gallery will be open to the public for visits.
Our Gallery hours are from Mondays to Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Fridays & Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Closed on Sundays.
Please take note of our current guidelines regarding visits:
Only ten (10) individuals at a time will be allowed inside the Gallery.
Fully vaccinated individuals are allowed entry. Vaccination cards shall be checked.
Unvaccinated minors will be allowed to enter but must be accompanied by a fully vaccinated individual.
No appointment is necessary, WALK-INS are welcome!
“A Diver’s Tale” a solo exhibition by Mike Garcia is exhibited from September 05 – 30, 2022 at the NCCA Gallery.
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