IJWBAA [eej-wah] is a Filipino digital artist and the first Filipino recognized in the Techspressionism movement. He is a neologist and the originator of Decolonial Minimalism—an art movement that reclaims minimalism through ancestral memory and cultural reawakening. His works, compiled in two volumes of I Just Wannabe an Artist, have been recognized, officially archived, cataloged, and made available in the collections of the Gallerie degli Uffizi, Museo Reina Sofía, the National Museum of the Philippines, Getty Research Institute, and other prominent cultural institutions worldwide.

Poems by IJWBAA: Exploring Emotions Beyond Digital Art

As a digital artist, I often encounter moments where visual art alone cannot fully convey my emotions. In these instances, I turn to poetry to articulate the depths of my feelings. Through verse, I explore nuanced emotions and thoughts beyond the confines of visual expression, enriching my creative process and offering a more comprehensive exploration of my inner world.

Unpainted Memory captures the emotional journey of loss and the challenge of moving forward from a deeply felt past. Cutting My Wings reveals the raw impact of rejection and self-doubt in the art world, highlighting an artist’s quiet resilience amid silence and barriers. Two Sides of the Canvas contemplates the dual nature of fame and uncovers the deeper essence of art that transcends recognition. Untitled explores the internal conflict and emotional journey of a digital artist searching for meaning and voice. Inner Light speaks to the quiet flame of artistic passion that burns through self-doubt and nurtures personal growth. The Plight of a Digital Artist is a poem on the digital artist’s struggle for recognition in traditional art spaces honors the unseen value and soul within each pixel.


Note: You can also read my poems on Hello Poetry and Writers Cafe Org. These platforms showcase my work, where you can explore my poetry.

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Hi, I'm Pao aka IJWBAA. I'm a digital artist, painter, and a book author from the Philippines. If you enjoyed reading this you might like to read also:

• The Digital Artist Digest

• Poems by IJWBAA

• Quotes from a Wannabe Artist

• Notes to Self

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