Rafa Labuntog

Visual Artist

Raphael “Rafa” Labuntog (b. 1997) is a Pop Modern Surrealist artist based in Muntinlupa City, Philippines. He holds a degree in Fine Arts with a major in Advertising from the Technological University of the Philippines. Rafa is known for his evocative artworks that transport viewers to a time when innocence and joy were the essence of life.

Rafa’s vibrant, dreamlike, and quirky paintings masterfully convey nostalgic feelings associated with cherished childhood memories and cartoons. His work captures a time when the world seemed simpler, and the weight of societal pressures had not yet overshadowed the purity of imagination. Rafa creates a sense of wonder and longing through his unique style, inviting viewers to reconnect with the carefree days of youth.

His art is a celebration of the simplicity and purity of childhood, rendered with a modern surrealist twist. His ability to evoke deep emotions and memories through his imaginative and colorful compositions sets him apart in the contemporary art scene.