ARTIST STATEMENT

Intel Lastierre is a multimedia artist whose work challenges the selective malleability of justice through oil painting, installations, and photography. Lastierre interprets folklore, mythology, and the dynamic between predator and prey to chronicle human rights issues from the perspective of a Filipino woman who has lived under government censorship and imperial exploitation. By twisting biomorphic forms and juxtaposing the grotesque with the beautiful, Lastierre strives to subvert structures of power, mirroring depictions of a dystopian present with the potential of a utopian future.

Born in the Philippines and currently based in San Marcos, Texas, Lastierre’s artistic journey began with her studies in architecture, engineering, and art history. This eventually culminated in a photography diploma from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde in Manila. Her multidisciplinary background enriched her creative approach, enabling her to experiment with form, texture, and storytelling. In 2014, she co-founded the House of Frida Gallery in Bacolod City, Philippines.

Lastierre’s work has been featured in exhibitions both in the Philippines and the United States, with shows in Manila, Bacolod, Cebu, San Marcos, and Austin. Since 2023, she has volunteered at the San Marcos Studio Tour. Her artistic practice continues to evolve, rooted in her commitment to human rights advocacy and the creation of transformative futures. In 2024, she served as a panel member for Austin’s Art in Public Places program, and in 2025, she became a collective member of the Icosa Collective Gallery in Austin. Lastierre is also the recipient of the 2025 Fellowship in Professional Practice (FIPP) Pilot Program by DORF.