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THE National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) presents "Kita Ang Tamung: Ugat at Pamana," an exhibition featuring 13 Ilonggo artists.
CULTURAL GUARDIANS Featured Oton, Iloilo artists are metaphorically positioned as cultural guardians of their hometown in the ‘Kita Ang Tamung: Ugat at Pamana’ art exhibit at the National Commission for Culture and the Arts Gallery until June 30, 2025. NCCA IMAGE
On view at the NCCA Gallery from June 5 to 30, 2025, the exhibit draws its title from the Hiligaynon phrase "Kita ang tamung," translated in English as "We are the shield."
The exhibit metaphorically positions the featured artists as cultural guardians.
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Through diverse expressions in their works, the artists seek to preserve and protect the identity, history and traditions of their hometown, Oton, Iloilo.
The exhibition reflects and resonates with Oton's deep-rooted cultural legacy, honoring its historical journey and traditional crafts.
A significant highlight of the show is the celebrated tradition of Hablon weaving, a centuries-old textile art that is deeply intertwined with the
town's identity and heritage.
Featured artists include Marites Olivares Eusoya, Steve Magbanua, Genesis "KC" Rile, Enrico "Ric" Isiderio, Norman "Oman" Gaitana, Jessel Santerva, Florencio Abella Jr., Jeffrey "Nhene" Java Geraldo, Prhyncys Divine Abella, Joey EA and Carmelo Getuya Camohoy III,
Each artist presents a unique voice and perspective to this collective homage to Oton.
Curated by John Delan Robillos, "Kita Ang Tamung: Ugat at Pamana" is one of two exhibitions on view at the NCCA Gallery throughout the month of June.
The exhibit is open to the public daily, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
