Juanito Torres: Heroes of Our Time

2025

Hard cover

Juanito Torres is a prominent Filipino contemporary artist celebrated for his evocative historical and allegorical paintings. He skillfully interweaves surrealism with Philippine history, often casting national heroes in dramatic settings, to provoke reflection on identity, nationalism, and myth-making.

Transitioning from grand historical depictions to present-day scenes, Torres brings a historical context into modern life. An inventive artist, Torres merges history, allegory, and cultural critique through immersive and multi-layered paintings. His art remains both timeless and timely, inviting us to rediscover the stories that shape our present.

Juanito Torres: Heroes of Our Time features essays by Alice G. Guillermo and Mabel Guia Acosta.