In the painting Dance of Devotion, Michael Albano captures a deeply personal and cultural scene. The work shows a traditional praying woman of the Santo Niño Church in Cebu performing a ritual dance. On request, these women perform the Sinulog dance, a ritual dance in honour of the Holy Child, moving rhythmically to the beat of drums and chants. The dance symbolises the transition from paganism to Christianity and is characterised by two steps forward and one step back, which is said to mimic the undulations of the river.
As a former street child, Michael spent a lot of time at the Santo Niño church, where he witnessed these rituals. In this painting, he captures the essence of the devotion and faith this dance exudes. The praying woman, dressed in traditional clothing, moves gracefully as candlelight surrounds her, creating an atmosphere of spirituality and hope. The painting reflects not only a religious ritual, but also Michael's personal journey and the cultural richness of Cebu.Dance of Devotion
Michael Albano: An Artist with an Extraordinary Journey
Michael Albano is a talented painter and artist with an inspiring life story. As a young child, Michael ended up living on the streets of the Philippines, a harsh and uncertain environment where he was unable to simply be a child...
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