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Art in the Family

By Minnie Francia | October 18, 2021 - 12:00am

It is not always inevitable that a son follows in his father’s footsteps, but when they do, it is a testament to a father’s...

Arts and Culture

Betty Go Belmonte and the timeless portraits of artist Edwin Sion

August 5, 2012 - 12:00am

As The Philippine STAR celebrates its 26th year, it is also fitting to reminisce about the publication’s well-loved founder, Betty Go Belmonte.

Sunday Lifestyle

Remembering the Aquinos through Ed Sion's portraits

By Minnie Francia | August 30, 2009 - 12:00am

Perhaps one of the best ways to appreciate a work of art is to witness how its beauty has with-stood the passage of time.

Sunday Lifestyle

Sion captures the soul and beauty of the South

By Minnie Francia | August 3, 2009 - 12:00am

Renowned portrait artist Edwin Sion presents his latest works in watercolor, pastel and his signature sepia in an exhibit that opens on Aug. 12 at the Marco Polo Hotel Davao. The show is on view until Aug. 15.

Arts and Culture

Edwin Sion’s soul expressions

By Aimee Marie Ramirez | May 30, 2006 - 12:00am

To visual artist Edwin Sion, the old masters are his inspirations. Their works have never prevented his own flights of intuition. He believes in snatching "a grace beyond the reach of art." And like the...

Arts and Culture

Edwin Sion’s timeless portraits

By Minnie Francia | May 30, 2005 - 12:00am

Ethereal, dreamy and timeless – these words have all been used to describe the works of portrait artist Edwin Sion whose distinct style has earned for him a distinguished reputation in this medium. President...

Arts and Culture