Nasser Lubay shares his thoughts on prints, the story of his art and his advice to new artists
This week on #Unfiltered, we featured award-winning artist Nasser Lubay, whose body of work speaks volumes about his level of meticulousness and attention to detail. His artwork for our maiden exhibit, XOXO, a quadriptych piece, 16.5 x 22 inches each of mixed media on archival paper, is a testament to his level of artistry.
We began our recorded interview with how he is and what he's been up to. Nasser is currently preparing for his upcoming solo exhibit in ArtistSpace Ayala this December and an upcoming project with the Wildlife Foundation.
ARTSTALKPH: Since you are getting some Limited Edition Prints out in the market, what is your take on selling them?
NASSER: I like it. You’re making a story and nobody will know about it. It’s a way to communicate this with people especially for those who cannot afford the original artwork.
We agreed that limited edition prints are indeed appealing for newer or younger collectors who still cannot afford the original art piece, although the artist has to be careful not to produce a lot so as not to dilute market value and what the collectors value the most: uniqueness.
ARTSTALKPH: It is said that imitation is the best form of flattery. Was there ever an artist who tried to copy your art?
NASSER: (laughs) It's hard! So far I haven't seen one. My art is free flowing, so unless someone is really dedicated to imitate, they won’t be able to do it. My art is difficult to replicate. I tried to replicate my own art through digital means and it’s difficult. I wasn't able to capture its depth and dimension as well as when it’s painted by hand.
"Always go with your instinct, so that you don’t get pressured and you’re relaxed when you create. Just do what you like and go with your instinct. Make something that’s solely yours. Own it.”
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