At this year’s Lamina 2025: Art Couture, where fashion, heritage, and sustainability converge, celebrated Filipino visual artist Nikulas Lebajo takes part—not just as an exhibitor, but as a creator redefining what it means to be a modern artist with a conscience.
For Nikulas, stepping into Lamina 2025 was more than just an opportunity to showcase his work; it was a catalyst that expanded the very foundations of his creative process. Known for his signature minimalist-realist style that captures the delicate beauty of nature and human emotion, Nikulas embraced the exhibit’s theme as a chance to explore new territories—without losing the essence of his artistic DNA.
“Taking part in Lamina pushes the boundaries of my creative process,” Nikulas shared. “It challenges my imagination, forcing me to experiment with new mediums and concepts while remaining true to my signature style.”
The invitation to collaborate with like-minded creatives proved transformative for Nikulas, offering him a broader canvas—both literally and figuratively. The experience deepened his emotional connection to his work, compelling him to view each brushstroke as not just an act of expression, but a dialogue with audiences seeking deeper cultural and environmental meaning.
True to Lamina 2025’s spirit of sustainability and heritage preservation, Nikulas’ collection speaks directly to younger generations. His artworks at the exhibit don’t merely hang on the walls—they breathe life into the conversation around responsible creativity and cultural consciousness.
“My pieces at Lamina are designed to inspire the youth to see art not just as self-expression, but as a vital tool for cultural awareness and sustainable advocacy,” he explained.
Through vibrant colors, compelling forms, and a narrative that intertwines creativity and consciousness, Nikulas’ works invite viewers to reconsider the role of the artist in today’s world. His pieces serve as a gentle but urgent reminder: art has the power to spark movements, to sustain traditions, and to ignite passions that transcend the canvas.
Nikulas’ participation in Lamina 2025 demonstrates that meaningful art evolves with the times. His works, grounded in heritage yet open to new perspectives, reflect a deliberate effort to move creativity beyond aesthetics into advocacy.
By bridging imagination and responsibility, Nikulas stands alongside a new generation of Filipino artists who believe that cultural identity and sustainability are not opposing ideas—but can thrive together on the same canvas.
At Lamina 2025, Nikulas does more than contribute to the exhibit. He reminds us that in an ever-changing world, art remains a powerful force—not just for expression, but for transformation. Lamina is happening from May 2-4, 2025 at City of Dreams Grand Ballroom, Manila.
