The Mary and Carter Thacher Gallery at the University of San Francisco (USF) will present new and selected work by Bay Area artist Michael Arcega during its spring exhibit “Anting Anting | Magic Objects”.
“Anting Anting | Magic Objects” includes ceramic, mixed media and found objects that play on beliefs from the artist’s Filipino culture and experiences. These handmade objects explore the indigenous and pre-colonial Filipino concept of anting anting, a belief that everyday items and handcrafted amulets etched with symbolism can heal, bring prosperity, protect and strengthen. For Arcega, these artworks examine mystical power, objectified-strength, safety and protection from the challenges of contemporary life and politics.
Born in Manila, Philippines, Arcega migrated to Los Angeles at the age of ten. He is an interdisciplinary artist working primarily in sculpture and installation. His work revolves around language and sociopolitical dynamics. Directly informed by historical narratives, material significance, and geography, his subject matter deals with inequitable power relations.
The following opening events will take place on Tuesday, March 6:
• Artist walk-through | Thacher Gallery | 5-6 p.m.
• Artist discussion with Jennifer Wofford | Xavier Room, Fromm Hall | 6-7 p.m.
• Opening reception | Thacher Gallery | 7-8 p.m.
This exhibition is co-sponsored by USF’s Center for Asian Pacific American Studies and Yuchengco Philippine Studies Program.
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“Anting Anting | Magic Objects” includes ceramic, mixed media and found objects that play on beliefs from the artist’s Filipino culture and experiences. These handmade objects explore the indigenous and pre-colonial Filipino concept of anting anting, a belief that everyday items and handcrafted amulets etched with symbolism can heal, bring prosperity, protect and strengthen. For Arcega, these artworks examine mystical power, objectified-strength, safety and protection from the challenges of contemporary life and politics.
Born in Manila, Philippines, Arcega migrated to Los Angeles at the age of ten. He is an interdisciplinary artist working primarily in sculpture and installation. His work revolves around language and sociopolitical dynamics. Directly informed by historical narratives, material significance, and geography, his subject matter deals with inequitable power relations.
The following opening events will take place on Tuesday, March 6:
• Artist walk-through | Thacher Gallery | 5-6 p.m.
• Artist discussion with Jennifer Wofford | Xavier Room, Fromm Hall | 6-7 p.m.
• Opening reception | Thacher Gallery | 7-8 p.m.
This exhibition is co-sponsored by USF’s Center for Asian Pacific American Studies and Yuchengco Philippine Studies Program.
The Mary and Carter Thacher Gallery at the University of San Francisco (USF) will present new and selected work by Bay Area artist Michael Arcega during its spring exhibit “Anting Anting | Magic Objects”.
“Anting Anting | Magic Objects” includes ceramic, mixed media and found objects that play on beliefs from the artist’s Filipino culture and experiences. These handmade objects explore the indigenous and pre-colonial Filipino concept of anting anting, a belief that everyday items and handcrafted amulets etched with symbolism can heal, bring prosperity, protect and strengthen. For Arcega, these artworks examine mystical power, objectified-strength, safety and protection from the challenges of contemporary life and politics.
Born in Manila, Philippines, Arcega migrated to Los Angeles at the age of ten. He is an interdisciplinary artist working primarily in sculpture and installation. His work revolves around language and sociopolitical dynamics. Directly informed by historical narratives, material significance, and geography, his subject matter deals with inequitable power relations.
The following opening events will take place on Tuesday, March 6:
• Artist walk-through | Thacher Gallery | 5-6 p.m.
• Artist discussion with Jennifer Wofford | Xavier Room, Fromm Hall | 6-7 p.m.
• Opening reception | Thacher Gallery | 7-8 p.m.
This exhibition is co-sponsored by USF’s Center for Asian Pacific American Studies and Yuchengco Philippine Studies Program.
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“Anting Anting | Magic Objects” includes ceramic, mixed media and found objects that play on beliefs from the artist’s Filipino culture and experiences. These handmade objects explore the indigenous and pre-colonial Filipino concept of anting anting, a belief that everyday items and handcrafted amulets etched with symbolism can heal, bring prosperity, protect and strengthen. For Arcega, these artworks examine mystical power, objectified-strength, safety and protection from the challenges of contemporary life and politics.
Born in Manila, Philippines, Arcega migrated to Los Angeles at the age of ten. He is an interdisciplinary artist working primarily in sculpture and installation. His work revolves around language and sociopolitical dynamics. Directly informed by historical narratives, material significance, and geography, his subject matter deals with inequitable power relations.
The following opening events will take place on Tuesday, March 6:
• Artist walk-through | Thacher Gallery | 5-6 p.m.
• Artist discussion with Jennifer Wofford | Xavier Room, Fromm Hall | 6-7 p.m.
• Opening reception | Thacher Gallery | 7-8 p.m.
This exhibition is co-sponsored by USF’s Center for Asian Pacific American Studies and Yuchengco Philippine Studies Program.
show less
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