Joejene C. Santos
Joejene C. Santos is a Filipino artist who currently resides and practices in Ottawa, Canada. Joejene’s journey in the arts began with the completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts in 1996 in the Philippines, a milestone that set the groundwork for his future artistic aspirations.
Joejene: Unveiling Humanity’s Beauty through Abstract Art
Embracing the belief that art serves as an introspective journey, Joejene perceives it as a conduit to unveil the inherent beauty of humanity. This conviction profoundly fuels his creative approach, which involves layering paint as a representation of his emotional state, cherished memories, and self-perception. Joejene’s works exhibit a nuanced balance, concealing less desirable aspects whilst highlighting elements that resonate with his personal evolution.
Joejene’s artwork is known for its unique modern abstract style. It’s a blend of planned and spontaneous elements, inspired by his youthful rebellion against societal rules. A common story that symbolizes his artistry is how he would mess up his perfectly arranged hair, a counteraction to his mother’s careful grooming efforts. This rebellion is reflected in his art as he pushes against conventional beauty standards by including disorder. However, he skillfully balances this chaos in his work.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
“Art is a way of discovering the beauty of who we are within and the greatest that we will be.”
Joejene C. Santos is a Filipino artist who currently resides and practices in Ottawa, Canada. Joejene’s journey in the arts began with the completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts in 1996 in the Philippines, a milestone that set the groundwork for his future artistic aspirations.
Joejene: Unveiling Humanity’s Beauty through Abstract Art
Embracing the belief that art serves as an introspective journey, Joejene perceives it as a conduit to unveil the inherent beauty of humanity. This conviction profoundly fuels his creative approach, which involves layering paint as a representation of his emotional state, cherished memories, and self-perception. Joejene’s works exhibit a nuanced balance, concealing less desirable aspects whilst highlighting elements that resonate with his personal evolution.
Joejene’s artwork is known for its unique modern abstract style. It’s a blend of planned and spontaneous elements, inspired by his youthful rebellion against societal rules. A common story that symbolizes his artistry is how he would mess up his perfectly arranged hair, a counteraction to his mother’s careful grooming efforts. This rebellion is reflected in his art as he pushes against conventional beauty standards by including disorder. However, he skillfully balances this chaos in his work.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
“Art is a way of discovering the beauty of who we are within and the greatest that we will be.”
$3,300.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas
48x36"
Work inspired by the majestic willow tree.
My creative process is very intuitive, consciously engaging, and enjoying the moment of creation. When I work I love the idea that I do not worry about what is about, where is it going or how is it gonna be put together. I just wanna be in my present and feel alive. And yet I know that within me there is already an image I just have to bring it out by feeling it.
Work in a professional gallery-wrapped canvas. Painted edges show the painting process. Signed at the front and back. Unframed. Wired and ready to hang.
$3,300.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x36"
Work inspired by the powerful image of the majestic sun that gives light and energy to life.
My creative process is very intuitive, consciously engaging, and enjoying the moment of creation. When I work I love the idea that I do not worry about what is about, where is it going or how is it gonna be put together. I just wanna be in my present and feel alive. And yet I know that within me there is already an image I just have to bring it out by feeling it.
Work in a professional gallery-wrapped canvas. Painted edges show the painting process. Signed at the front and back. Unframed. Wired and ready to hang.
$5,800.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
60x60"
Work is about following my gut feeling or intuition throughout my creative process even to the point that it seems weird or crazy and yet it feels so right at the end. I feel alive and that's what matters to me. The work part of my Primed Series.
$5,800.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
57x57"
Work inspired by the beauty and joy of being alive and discovering one inner self that feels like everything comes alive around me in full color like the coming of spring.
$5,800.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas (set of 3).
72x48"
Work inspired by one of our family road trips that we enjoy doing during summertime to celebrate the season and enjoy life being together as a family.
$5,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Work is part of my "Wallpaper Series" inspired by the realization that nature and life are a combination of structured patterns, intuitiveness, and spontaneity to achieve life's beauty with balance and harmony.
$5,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Work is part of my "Wallpaper Series" inspired by the realization that nature and life are a combination of structured patterns, intuitiveness, and spontaneity to achieve life's beauty with balance and harmony.
$5,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Work is part of my "Wallpaper Series" inspired by the realization that nature and life are a combination of structured patterns, intuitiveness, and spontaneity to achieve life's beauty with balance and harmony.
$5,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Work is part of my "Wallpaper Series" inspired by the realization that nature and life are a combination of structured patterns, intuitiveness, and spontaneity to achieve life's beauty with balance and harmony.
$5,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Work was inspired by thinking about something fresh and new and being aware of the beautiful things around us.
$5,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Work inspired by the childlike innocence of kids who put up a lemonade stand in front of their homes during the summertime. For me, it is a sight of the cuteness and joy of life.
$5,600.00
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.
48x60"
Work inspired by the childlike innocence of kids who put up a lemonade stand in front of their homes during the summertime. For me, it is a sight of the cuteness and joy of life.