Mariel May Magbanua of Barangay Singcang Airport clinched the Grand Champion title at the 4th On-the-Spot MassKara Painting Competition at the Robinsons Bacolod Atrium on Thursday, Oct. 2.
The contest saw Jayson Lee of Barangay 23 take First Place, and John Allen Aliguin of Barangay Sum-ag secure Second Place.
Seventy-five young artists showcased their creativity at the event, which was organized by the Bacolod Gugma Foundation, Inc. in partnership with the Art Association of Bacolod-Negros (AABN).
Participants came from 29 barangays and the Bacolod City College.
Each contestant painted live from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. interpreting the spirit of the MassKara Festival through visual art.
AABN President Ihvonie “Tey” Sevilleno emphasized the importance of supporting young artists and promoting Bacolod as a creative city.
Consolation prizes were also awarded to Eugene Labares (Mandalagan), Jean Jayme (Bata), Franky Dato-on (Singcang Airport), Celine Angel Jorilla (Mandalagan), and Novem Grace Efundo (Tangub).
Now in its fourth year, the competition has become a signature MassKara event highlighting the city’s artistic talent. It continues to position MassKara not only as a festival of smiles but also as a festival of the arts, organizers said.*