Through a sophisticated interplay of
vibrant hues, bold, evocative strokes, and an intuitive painting technique in
her stunning portraits, Ginny Guanco masterfully unveils feminine power, its
captivating mystery, and the beautiful nuances of womanhood in her third solo
show aptly titled, Her World.
From the tender age of 8, Guanco's artistic
journey found its roots in a fascination with the female form. Sketching
silhouettes of women in fashionable dresses and crafting expressive profiles,
her early dedication and focus on childhood paved the way for her formal
training in Fine Arts at the University of Sto. Tomas. Further studies in the
United States in painting and watercolor added greater depth to her artistic
repertoire. However, it was under the tutelage of the late Salvacion Lim
Higgins, Haute Couture designer par excellence and co-founder of Slim’s Fashion
& Art School, that Ginny honed her creative eye and refined her sketching
skills, laying down the expert groundwork for her artistic voice. 
Guanco kept her mind and hands busy,
dabbling in art over the years. But it was only in 2016 that she seriously
embraced her calling as an artist. Transitioning from media, then a PR career,
which she held for over 18 years, she embarked on a personal odyssey, resulting
in her inaugural solo show, Boho Chic, in 2016—a fusion of fashion illustration
and human anatomy. This was then followed by her second “virtual”
exhibit, Festival, which was an uplifting and inspiring collection
that she created to counter the heavy emotions of the pandemic.
This 2024, Guanco marks a triumphant return
with Her World. Described as "aggressive and bolder," this
collection signifies her liberation from creative constraints, manifesting in
26 paintings that chronicle her evolution as an artist. “Here, I’m no longer
held back and afraid to go out of the box,” she beams.
One can still see the distinct touch and
personality of Guanco through her works - bright, joyful colors, intricate
designs, and thoughtful details. All these signature elements persist in her
experimental use of oil pastel. watercolor, acrylic, brush pens and Sharpie
pens. However, one can more deeply appreciate the evolution of her style, which
now boasts a newfound confidence, freedom, and power – certainly the rewards of
her courageous introspection over the years.
“In her day-to-day life, a woman wears many
hats – a mother, a homemaker, a housewife, an executive, a creative, etc. But
despite all these labels, she is not defined by them. She is more than all
these roles. Women have greater depth and mystery, which I find truly
fascinating,” Ginny shares.
Her World will be unveiled at Gateway
Gallery Studio in Araneta City on March 16, 2024, coinciding with Women’s
month. “Women empowerment has always been a recurring theme in my
exhibits. When you express power, people often confuse this with being dominant
and domineering. However, women can convey this power, while also retaining
their femininity and inner strength. She knows what she wants and she knows
what she’s capable of doing,” says Ginny.
For commissioned portraits and
bespoke hand-painted pouches and bags, you may send inquiries to her art pages
in FB- Art by Ginny or @artbyginnyg in Instagram.
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