May Lyn L.Cruz
Born 1977 in the Philippines. Studied fine arts at the University of the Philippines. Currently a director of exhibitions and educational programs at Manila’s Mentropolitan Museum.
［Residence Program］ Feb 19, 2009〜Mar 31, 2009
Overview
During her stay in Fukuoka, May completed a comparative study of museum archive works by Brenda Faharto, a Philippine artist, and narrative artworks by Japanese artists. She also spoke at the FAAM art lecture series, delivering the opening talk ‘Connections: Japanese Influences in Contemporary Philippine Art’.
Investigation and research
May Lyn L. Cruz completed a comparative study of museum archive works by Brenda Faharto, a Philippine artist, and narrative artworks by Japanese artists.
Talks
March 31
‘Connections: Japanese Influences in Contemporary Philippine Art’
May’s talk was based on the 2007 ‘Connections’ exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum in Manila. She explored the influence of Japanese culture on artists in the Philippines, by discussing the five themes of sophistication, elegance, play, randomness and quiet.
Participants: 44 general admissions (venue: Ajibi Hall)
March 8
Gallery Tour: Guide to the Art of the Philippines
Tour of the modern and contemporary Philippine artworks archived at the museum.
Participants: 30 general admissions (venue: Asia Gallery, Sculpture Lounge)
