Graduated at Technological Institute of the Philippines
Contemporary Visual Artist
About the Artist
Eberle Catampongan, a skilled artist hailing from Antipolo, Rizal, graced the world with his presence on March 23, 1980. He pursued a degree in architecture from the esteemed Technological Institute of the Philippines, where he had the opportunity to learn from Tony Mahilum, a renowned Historical Genre Painter. Catampongan’s unique style, which he aptly calls Post Art, is characterized by his keen eye for historical architectural structures and cultural traditions and celebrations in the Philippines.
Educational Background and Grants
BS Architecture Technological Institute
Art Apprenticeship under Antonio Mahilum Sr.
Awards and Distinction
Commissioned by the Pan de Manila, “Pasko sa Nayon” as their 2018 Christmas bag theme.
Commission work in Limbagan Tomas Pinpin Museum in Abucay, Bataan.
Eberle Catampongan carries with him the legacy of his master, Tony Mahilum, and with it, his eye for detail for the humble rustic scenes and themes in his works. His Architecture background reflects the mastery and attention to detail seen in his painted structures, a rich backdrop and context to the Filipino rustic villages he is known for.
His scenic panorama depicts the life and times of provincial Filipiniana, a tiny microcosm of the past immortalized in canvas, made real in his artistic strokes and committed to memory in exquisite detail.