Artist: Manuel Montoya

Boy Montoya traveled to Manila in the 1980s to further his artistic endeavors. After nearly 25 years in the capital city, he was appointed artist of Art Circle Gallery.

He was also a part of the Christian Visual Artist group, which is led by Cezar Legaspi, Malang, and Ang Kiukok. Every Friday, the group of artists in Manila meets for prayer and has a drawing session with all of the artists.

• University of Mindanao – BSED

• Araw ng Dabaw

• 1995 Philip Morris Group of Companies Art Competition Finalist

•  Manuel “Boy” Montoya’s A Fruitful Harvest: A Pre-Kadayawan Art Exhibit

Manuel Montoya Paintings 2015

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The Family Farm by Manuel Montoya

Manuel Montoya honors his motherland through his hands.

Inspired by the colorful attire of the Kadawayan tribes, the fruits Davao is known for and the family tradition and values his homeland takes pride in, Montoya creates a bright and meaningful art in every painting he makes.

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