When Lines, Shapes, and Experiences Collide
Markus Jentes continuously discovers and embodies his personal art transformations with works that move beyond geometry, abstraction, and expressionism.
Words Rica Mae Labbao
Photos courtesy of Markus Jentes
June 24, 2026
Geometric shapes in their rawest forms have always served as an objective guide for constructing things.
Yet for Markus Jentes, these precise figures anchor his introspective art matched with his curious experimentation of materials that adds depth to his pieces.
In his upcoming exhibition entitled ‘Quiet Collisions: Geometries of a Fractured Calm’ opening on July 3 at Altro Mondo Gallery, Makati, Markus redefines abstract expressionism with geometry and personal manifestations of his silent evolution as an artist.
“On a personal level, this body of work reflects my own transformation—a more focused and balanced self, having navigated significant challenges over the past two years. It's been a lesson and an opportunity to step back, realign, and start anew with a fresh perspective.”
In his recent works, he explained how the horizon line draws a new sense of artistic storytelling. Lines that blur endings and beginnings, boundaries that dissociate original rigid styles, and points that signify duality and transformation.
To him, this simple yet powerful symbol is his metaphor for contrast and irony, allowing multiple complexities to happen within one single frame of narrative.
“The horizon is a powerful symbol of division and definition, creating boundaries that suggest either support or resistance. Interestingly, some of my artworks feature more than one horizon, adding further complexity and depth to the composition,” he shared.
Materials also play a key part in creating a tactile experience of depth within his art explorations, blending soft liquid and hard solids to perpetuate reflexivity and harmony. This mixed-media exploration extends an immersive experience of his art.
As an artist with a background in advertising, Markus emphasized the significance of planning and execution with his creative trajectory despite his continuing desire to grow and experiment on things.
According to him, this specific expertise allows him to look at the bigger picture and decisively choose to stop when the process is complete even when his urge to continue haunts him.
Markus started his journey with a strong foundation on precise geometry tactics and rigid structures. Over time, he learned how to blend the freedom of expressionism to his careful earlier works, allowing him to freely channel his feelings and experiences onto his signatures.
As Markus’ artistic transformation unfolded, his creative direction took a deeper look over the years. More experiential, reflective, and expressive.
This turning point stems from his deep introspection about life, family, and living. “Life's challenges and triumphs are powerful forces that inevitably shape us, and for me, they are the core reason I create art.”
This July, Markus is gearing up to present a lineup of his works at Altro Mondo Gallery, Makati, for his upcoming exhibit that “showcases a transition from raw, emotional pieces to those offering a calmer and more collected visual experience.”
