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Lost Conversations with Eduardo Castrillo

If you’ve been to Ayala Avenue, you likely are familiar with one of Eduardo Castrillo’s sculptures, as his massive piece, The Spirit of EDSA, sits in the middle of the RCBC Plaza courtyard.

Castrillo has plenty of other impressive sculptures. From the People Power Monument along EDSA to the Bonifacio Shrine in Manila, his works are more than just bronze and steel; they are reflections of a nation's struggles, triumphs, and aspirations.

Thanks to ArticulatePH for uploading these lost conversations with the renowned sculptor. It’s a chance for us to hear his own words and to understand his philosophy. These videos have been on YouTube for weeks so you may have seen them. If you did, you might want to see them again…


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