Artists are creators. Their craft is to translate the beauty of the imagination into aesthetics. Some artists are also educators, which is a truly noble occupation, considering how much energy and dedication it requires. Only a few are actually able to find the strength to mix these two energy-draining roles. Today, we want to tell you about one of such committed heroes – Garry Watin. Without exaggeration, the contribution of this talented realist painter and teacher to the development of Filipino contemporary art speaks volumes.

“Hong Kong Harbor” by Garry Watin

Garry Watin, a talented realist painter whose art elevates souls

Garry Allen Watin is a contemporary Filipino artist trained in Realism, a timeless art style that he successfully uses in landscape and portrait painting. Watin graduated from the University of San Carlos where he studied Fine Arts. Apart from the painter career, the artist works as an instructor of Multimedia Arts at the Cebu Institute of Technology – University.

“Magellan’s Cross” by Garry Watin

Talking about Garry Watin’s style, it is worth mentioning that his portraits are more than just realistic paintings of people and their faces. Through his art, the talented realist painter draws attention to the “winners.” “Winners” in his works are often ordinary virtuous people fostering the healthy growth of the society. These are hardworking laborers, devoted husbands and wives, obedient children, and just people who are passionate about the higher goals in life.

“A Celebration of Life” by Garry Watin

Garry Watin depicts the “winners” for a reason. First and foremost, he wants to fill people’s hearts with hope and desire for new heights and horizons. His goal is not to show how reality works. Instead, the artist emphasizes that reality is full of love, faith, and beauty that we, people, should focus on. His art is of complex nature: it is both beautiful imagery and an important message.

“Reyna Elena” by Garry Watin

We do recommend getting acquainted with the thought-provoking art by the talented realist painter Garry Watin. His works are a must-see for all art lovers!