Last January 20, went to the opening of contemporary artist Elmer Borlongan's major solo exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, "An Extraordinary Eye for the Ordinary." I had my first close encounter with Borlongan's works when I had the opportunity to visit Casa San Miguel in San Antonio, Zambales. The exhibit's name quite accurately describes Borlongan's body of work.
Earlier that day, was feeling disappointed that I missed my chance again to experience community feasting in honor of the Santo Nino. The nearest, notable feast in my area would have been "Lakbayaw" in Tondo, Manila. But was too late to prepare and get in touch with friends and acquaintances residing in the area. So imagine how jubilant I felt when I realized that Borlongan, who is a master of the beauty of the Filipino commonplace, have several depictions of the most revered Senyor.
Some of my friends were either in Aklan for Ati-atihan, or Cebu for Sinulog both honoring the Senyor. Borlongan's visual feast was good for me. On the last Sunday of January, our family hometown of Kawit, Cavite will also stage its own caracol celebrating Santo Nino.
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