Six local talented groups of artists showcased their creativity and competed for the title of the Grand Winner in The Southprime Flats Mural Painting Contest based on the theme, “ILOILO: Beyond Boundaries”.
Q. Abeto Street Mandurriao brims with colors as the participating groups began painting the walls using Island Paints last Dec. 11 and completed their masterpieces within a week. The wall spaces are covered with bright and relevant artwork based on the competition’s sub themes about frontliners, OFWs, happiness, progress, heritage and love.
ILOILO: Beyond Boundaries is a demonstration of the artists’ craftsmanship and creativity featuring Iloilo’s local scene and culture, as well as the thriving progress of the city. This initiative is a response and support of The Southprime Flats to the LGU’s efforts in turning Iloilo into a vibrant city filled with works of art.
The inauguration event and awarding ceremony held last Dec. 21 was attended by distinguished guests from the City Mayor’s Office, Atty. Sedfrey Cabaluna, Brgy. Capt. Ramon Amoroso, and representatives from the event sponsor, Island Paint, Mr. Mark Sarmiento and Mr. Michael Delos Reyes.
A total of three (3) groups received plaques and cash prizes of Php 50,000, Php 30,000, and Php 20,000 for the main winners and two (2) consolation prizes of Php 5,000 each and certificates.
The second place winner, Artikulo, painted a woman carrying her luggage while trying to reach her passport with their “OFW” mural.
“Our painting centers on a woman as a mother trying to give her family members a nice future. The luggage represents her loved ones while the passport represents going to another country to give her loved ones a more prosperous life. The ‘cloth’ that wraps up her body represents her love for her family and she is willing to be apart to improve their living condition,” said Artikulo artist’s representative.
TagaLapaz bags first place with their “Love” mural that depicts Iloilo as ‘The City of Love.’
“Iloilo has been known as the ‘City of Love’ and the best way to represent that love is through a young kid – with an innocent and pure love shown in their smiles. The mural includes The Southprime Flats and a baby embraced by a mother and father. This shows that love starts at home and in the eye of every child,” explained by TagaLapaz artist.
The Southprime Flats’ Mural Painting Grand Winner is TagaFort. The winning piece is entitled “Modern Heroes”, giving recognition to the frontliners in this time of pandemic.
“The mural painting is our way to honor our fellow Ilonggos who made contributions during this time – our nurses, doctors, volunteers, PNP, delivery boy, security guards, and even our farmers. This mural also shows how we can help each other,” TagaFort artist said.
Mr. Michael Angelo Delos Reyes, the Business Development Supervisor of Island Paints, said that their company is always welcome to support projects that could help beautify the city of Iloilo. He also added that through this contest they can give inspiration to aspiring artists to continue and pursue their dreams.
While Mr. Edu Reyes, the Project Director of The Southprime Flats, said that through this contest they can help the LGU in enhancing Q. Abeto where the project is located. They can also support and find local talented artists to commission for The Southprime Flats.
“Ang aming layunin ay ang pagandahin ang Q. Abeto. Putting an art is to honor our local artist especially during this pandemic and with the recent typhoon na dumaan. I want to highlight their talents and their resilience. We are closely coordinated with the LGU and to ensure our buyers and customers that not just their homes are beautiful but the surrounding areas also,” said Reyes.
“The Southprime Flats is a mid rise condo, smart home – meaning you can control your appliances at home even when you are away or abroad by using your mobile phones. It is very near to the Iloilo Business Center and accessible to hospitals, universities, and BPO’s,” Reyes added.
The Southprime Flats is the first and most affordable smart home integrated condominium in Iloilo City developed by Iloilo Southprime Developers, Inc. and Wee Community Developers, Inc. a multi-awarded developer nationwide.
Condo unit buyers can take advantage of the affordable monthly payments, big discounts, and smart home features upon turnover like video doorbell, smart door, smart camera. Each unit has a wider window and above ceiling height which give the unit owner the freedom to move with a bigger space.
“It’s very affordable, with a two (2) million starting investment you can get a modern and smart home and enjoy your hassle-free city living,” Reyes explained.
For more information on the six local groups of artists, please contact the following numbers:
Taga Lapaz – 0949 322 7002;
Golden Needle – 0917 722 9172;
WVSU Artist Guild – 0967 305 6124;
Freedom – 0938 294 7765;
Artikulo – 0931 713 8420;
Taga Fort – 0907 919 0300. /PN
