Description

THE STORY

Elephiger presents a surreal hybrid of power, perception, and modern critique. The creature itself fuses the strength and wisdom of an elephant with the ferocity of a tiger, embodying two forces of nature that together represent resilience, dominance, and primal instinct.

Beside this striking figure stands a man with a television for a head, the screen revealing a single watchful eye. This detail transforms the work into a layered social commentary: a reflection on how media shapes our vision, distorts reality, and dictates what we choose to see or not see.

The dreamlike landscape amplifies the contrast between untamed nature and constructed society, placing the viewer in the middle of a symbolic confrontation between authenticity and control. Elephiger asks its audience to reflect on power, perception, and the blurred boundaries between the natural and the artificial.

ARTIST BIO

Nestor Perez Ong is a Filipino contemporary artist recognized for his playful yet satirical paintings that blend surrealism, humor, and social commentary. His Boschkätzchen series, featuring whimsical anthropomorphic cats in lively scenarios such as pub bands, road trips, and riverside adventures; highlights his unique ability to mirror human behavior through animal characters.

With intricate detail, vibrant color, and layered symbolism, Ong’s works balance entertainment with critique, inviting viewers to laugh while reflecting on society’s absurdities. His art continues to resonate with audiences locally and internationally, establishing him as a distinct voice in contemporary Filipino surrealism.