Sacred Bones is the first solo debut in the U.S. for Louie Cordero who was born in Manila, Philippines, where he currently lives and works. Louie is recognized in his native country as an award-winning painter, sculptor and animator. As the creator of Nardong Tae—a self-published underground comic series Louie writes and illustrates himself, he has achieved a cult following in the Philippines and Japan.

Expect an epic juxtaposition of color and deep convergences of historical proportions as Louie transcends his painting medium to invade the spatial space of the gallery with sculptures. The sources of inspiration for Louie are derived from the conflicted diversity of the Philippine’s history, ethnic heritage, traditions, folklore, Asian customs, Spanish legacy, religion and Filipino mythology that are all distilled through Louie’s monstrously creative DNA to produce a unique dreamscape dimension to explore that is resonating with inner voices of the past, present and future.

Dare I say if you missed the Frida Kahlo debut in Mexico once upon a time, then imagine getting a second chance in making some art history. Do not forget to ask about the “Jeepney.”

The Sacred Bones exhibit will run May 15 to June 12 at the Jonathan Levine Gallery.

To Visit:

Jonathan LeVine Gallery
529 West 20th Street, 9th floor
New York, NY 10011
(212) 243-3822

Tuesday through Saturday, 11am to 6pm

Written by Leonardo Sotomayor.

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