Roberto Gonzales: Brushes and chisel

CEBU, Philippines - There's a playful manifestation of optimism inherent in the works of artist Roberto "Bobby" Gonzales, a quality that - like waking up - can be described as refreshing.

Showcasing a varied sampling of recently made works in the Cebu Academy of Art, Brushes & Chisel is Gonzales' second solo exhibition, highlighting his contemporary-but-steeped-in-the-traditional-context style - a style which readily appeals to the aesthetic senses of different viewers from different walks of life.

Illustrating how essential creative vision is in progressively reinterpreting perspectives, Brushes & Chisel exemplifies how Gonzales works with a vibrant set of colors and textures in accomplishing his dream-inspired visions.

Anchoring his aesthetic views to real life's vibrant scopes and scenes, Gonzales manages to infuse a contemporary tone into his compositions, masterfully crafting pieces without turning his back to the qualifiers that define endearing representational themes.

As a visual artist, Gonzales has built a reputation for his playful and optimistic style, rendering pieces that lead viewers into thinking of familiar parallels.

To certain extent, Gonzales's artistic style guides viewers into finding the stimuli that define dreams from reality, without necessarily being surreal in its tone and overall being.