Jun Cambel, a contemporary artist who hails from the bustling city of Manila, wields art as a powerful medium to elevate environmental consciousness. With a distinctive approach, he often layers industrial materials, creating pronounced textures that infuse his canvases with a palpable depth. His fusion of found objects and realistic rendering adds an extra dimension, transforming everyday items into evocative symbols of our time.
As global climate change intensifies, Cambel feels a profound responsibility to address environmental protection through his art. He reimagines ordinary objects—a leaf, a crumpled newspaper, an overflowing ashtray—lifting the veil of familiarity to reveal their deeper significance. While his works prompt reflection on the past and present, they also offer glimpses into potential futures. Despite the serious themes, Cambel maintains that his primary motivation is the sheer joy of creation.
Sham Shui Po Huddle #2
Digital Imaging on PVC Board, embedded with epoxy resin (assemblage)
17×13 inches (framed)
2020
Yaumati Huddle #3
Digital Imaging on PVC Board, embedded with epoxy resin (assemblage)
17×13 inches (framed)
2020
Urban Geometrics
Digital Imaging on PVC Board, partially embedded with epoxy resin (assemblage)
17×13 inches (framed)
2022
Shek Tong Tsoi Worm’s Eye View
Digital Imaging on PVC Board, partially embedded with epoxy resin (assemblage)
17×13 inches (framed)
2022
