BAGUIO CITY – A Filipino artist is holding an art exhibit here until June that seeks to benefit people with autism.
Dubbed "A Masterpiece of Myseterpiece Art," the exhibit started on April 5 at The Manor in Camp John Hay and the opening was graced by Mayor Benjamin Magalong of this city and prominent personalities.
"This exhibit is my offering to people with autism because they are my inspiration in my painting and every performance I make. it is my mission to help charitable institutions," exhibitor Myse Salonga said.
FILIPINO artist Myse Salonga mounts an exhibit at The Manor in Camp John Hay, Baguio City that will benefit the Autism Society Philippines-Baguio Chapter. (Zaldy Comanda)
"I'm really happy now, because of my first exhibit here and on the first day alone, many people bought paintings and I saw that the people of Baguio love this type of artwork, so I will paint again for a three-month exhibit here," Salonga added.
Salonga said she has been drawing using acrylic from his own imagination for more than 10 years.
"Since my childhood, I have loved painting, now it is not only my business, it has just become my hobby and through this exhibit can help charitable institutions and individuals in need.”
She thanked The Manor through General manager Mon Cabrera for helping mount the exhibit.
“The Manor has been supporting different projects for the benefit of children with autism because we believe that our society can provide opportunities for individuals in the autism spectrum to fully participate and thrive. By fostering an inclusive environment, we can help them reach their full potential and contribute to society in meaningful ways,” Cabrera said.
Cabrera said they are happy to be a part of Salonga's exhibit which not only aims to promote her beautiful art pieces but also supports their advocacy for children with autism.
A portion of the proceeds of the exhibit will be donated to Fashion Arts Autism Benefit.
Salonga’s artistic journey began in 2010 from a simple hobby. She trades her artworks locally and overseas and has sold more than 100 unique acrylic with mixed media paintings.
According to the United States Center for Disease Control, autism, also called Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain.
The CDC said people with ASD often have problems with social communication and interaction and restricted or repetitive behaviors or interests. People with ASD may also have different ways of learning, moving, or paying attention, the agency added.