Expanse E
signed and dated 2010 (lower right and verso)
mixed media
78" x 60" (198 cm x 152 cm)






Augusto Albor is an artist whose renowned works contributed to the artworld both in the local and international scene. His signature approach to minimalist abstraction incorporates some elements of the Suprematism and Neoplasticism. For that, Albor’s art was once described as “being preoccupied with articulating a surface of great attentiveness while his current interest is directed towards the metaphysical.” His oeuvres excels on the absence of premeditated structure, concept, or approach than a mere casual or relaxed abstraction. This is evident in his distinct use of space, the sparseness of presences, and an apparent attitude towards art. He also explores the capacity of color to create a realm of sensation and insight. As a result, Albor allowed the colors in his canvas the illusion of atmospheric space. In Expanse E, Albor presents a new meaning into the contrast of dark and light. The canvas is divided into half, prompting a geometric version of “yin-and-yang” without the mystical obfuscation. The left side is almost achromatic and the right side is bold in gold. Albor never fails to make his works unique in its expression by creating an alluring and immersive experience for viewers as the art speaks freely for what it means. This mixed media piece is a meditative evocation best appreciated in perfect silence and solitude. Inspired by his studies in the University of the East School of Music and Fine Arts and in the West Surrey College of Arts in England, the fine artist later earned the CCP Thirteen Artist Award in 1976. Then in 2010, Albor participated in a total of six exhibitions, and one of which was held in Hong Kong. (P.I.R.)