Tanglaw by Mark Jeffrey Santos

THE LAMP

The Tanglaw Lamp is a retractable and rechargeable art lamp that features artworks by Filipino artists. This limited collection of art lamps is perfect for adding a touch of warmth and cultural richness to any space.

FEATURES

• Gift box: Elegant packaging to keep your lamp safe and for easy gifting
• Art card: To learn more about the artist
• Lamp body: Made of durable specialty paper that folds into a unique shape
• Sturdy base: Comes with a touch dimmer that bears the artist’s signature
• Charging cable: For easy recharging of your lamp
• Built-in lithium-ion battery: Provides 4-6 hours of continuous illumination

THE ARTWORK

DREAMBOAT(Oil on Canvas, 2025)

Dreamboat inhabits the quiet space between memory and imagination. A boat, transformed into a floating sanctuary, safely carries figures, animals, and fragments of nature across still waters. Through muted light, restrained palette, and contemplative stillness, the work reflects on refuge as both a place and a state of mind, where rest, companionship, and hope endure amid life's uncertain currents.

THE ARTIST

Mark Jeffrey R. Santos is a visual artist based in Makati, Philippines, whose work explores the delicate balance between urban life and the tranquility of nature. Born and raised in the city, he constantly yearns for the peace that nature offers, and his art seeks to bring that serenity into the fast-paced world around him.

His paintings are a fusion of real-life references, personal experiences, and his vivid imagination. Santos creates landscapes that evoke both realism and dream-like qualities. Through subtle shifts in light and value, he imbues his works with a sense of quietness and stillness, inviting the viewer to pause and reflect.

For Santos, the act of painting is a way to slow down and experience a moment of calm amidst the noise of daily life. His use of soft transitions between light and shadow becomes a vehicle for tranquility, offering a space of refuge and introspection. In every piece, he aims to create an atmosphere that allows both himself and his audience to find solace and peace, reminding them of the quiet beauty that exists within the landscape, even in the most unexpected of places.

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Every purchase of this book is matched with book donations to two children from disadvantaged communities in the Philippines in support of CANVAS' One Million Books for One Million Filipino Children Campaign.