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The beauty of the Philippines on canvas

- Johnny Litton - The Philippine Star

August 12, 2012 | 12:00am

“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.” — Aristotle

The Philippines, being an archipelago, is composed of diverse cultures and attractions. With every detail backed by rich history, the daily life and scenery in the Philippines is definitely worthy of various artistic interpretations, giving it an even more interesting angle. It was such a blessing to the local art scene when the charming Austro-Chinese artist Yan Donko, wife of Austrian Ambassador Wilhelm Donko, recently unveiled her art exhibit entitled The Philippines in Chinese Paintings. Held at the East Wing Gallery of the Museum of the Filipino People in Manila, Yan Donko expressed her sincerest gratitude to her family, friends and colleagues from the diplomatic, business and social circles, who extended their support for her passion. A ribbon-cutting ceremony jumpstarted the event led by Spanish Ambassador Jorge Domecq, Philippine Investment Management, Inc. president and CEO Ramon del Rosario Jr. and philanthropist and SGV founder Washington SyCip.

Congratulations, Yan Donko, and thank you for giving the Filipino scenery a fresh perspective through your art!

GREETINGS

Happy birthday to our celebrators today, George Lopez, Tito Tesoro, Aga Muhlach and Ramon Zaragosa.

Advanced birthday greetings to ABS-CBN big boss Gabby Lopez, Baby Araneta and Marilou Soriano, Aug. 13; Joe Zubiri, business scion Beaver Lopez, restaurateur Beng Dee, Rep. Mark Villar and designers Noli Hans and Auggie Cordero, Aug. 14; socialite Asunta Bilbao and actress Pinky de Leon, Aug 15; STAR’s Rod Nepomuceno and Bank of the Philippine Islands president Aurelio “Gigi” Montinola III, Aug. 16; Freddie Elizalde, Christine Carmichael and Mark Dy, Aug. 17; and Robert “Bob” del Rosario, Larry Amante and Marivic Madrigal Vasquez, Aug. 18.