The nostalgia of Western films and the appreciation for craftsmanship and artistry are the two elements that amplified my Kanheron Ranch experience. Daryl Cuaresma is the artist behind this Western-inspired museum in Olo, Siquijor. From what I’ve understood, the museum used to be a warehouse for the art and other products of Cuaresma and soon turned into a museum of his artworks.
The word “Kanheron” is an integration of the words “kanhi” and “karon” meaning “the former” and “the present” respectively. These words were evident in the museum’s contents by the clear inspiration from both eras.
For me, the most fascinating thing about the artist is how he achieved this level of artistry while being self-taught. I think that the process of learning on one’s own is tedious, especially with the level of technicality that this particular art form requires. While reading a brief description about the artist, I had goosebumps from the last line which says, “Education: self-taught”. After reading that, I gained more respect for his craft, knowing that it wasn’t only made by his hands, but also made from the patience and intuition it took him to learn it on his own.
On one corner of the building lies a space for the equipment. The space was quite big and there was lots of equipment, most of them I do not even recognize. This emphasizes how much is needed to create.
When we were exploring the building, a lot of the pieces were furniture. From table sets, benches, chandeliers, and doors. I really appreciate it when craftsmanship is incorporated with functionality; I feel like it makes a chair something more than a thing to sit on.
There were also things like centerpieces and figurines made from wood. I really like the mini windmills and the wind does make it spin. I also like the mirror with the “wanted” frame and the preserved tree in the middle of the building.
To really get into the full Kanheron experience, you have to immerse yourself in it. We were offered cowboy hats and boots and we wore them throughout the tour. It felt so immersive, like I was an NPC from the video game, Red Dead Redemption.
We ordered a local beer from their bar and it felt like we were in a saloon, being surrounded with all the barrels and saddles.
Overall, I just really appreciated the craft. I understand how time-consuming and meticulous one has to be to create a place like this, and talent like that should not be taken for granted. It is one thing to be inspired, it is another to follow through that inspiration and give it passion and dedication.
I hope you enjoyed my virtual tour of Kanheron. I could not provide cowboy boots and hats, but I hope I did it justice. Thank you for reading through.
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Wow, this is an interesting place to visit again in Siquijor. The place has a lot to offer from the beaches to its heritage and to different natural wonders which will amaze us.
Literally!! So much to do for a small island!
The etching and burning technique he employs to create framed pictures is a unique and meticulous process, evident in the intricate details you observed up close. The combination of functionality and craftsmanship in the furniture, from table sets to chandeliers, adds a special touch to each piece.😍
Very much so, I enjoyed looking at each piece!
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tokens.Wonderful experience mam @reisha.fil. Not every person appreciates an artwork although several do. But the way you promoted the artistic hard work of the artist that needed a lot of patience with eventually the excellent outcomes, I think, those who don't will be awaken from their sleep. They'll come to realize that all those artworks come to reality with those ingredients.
Hoping to see them myself in the future mam. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you! It had so many pieces and I enjoyed each one, I can only imagine the process and the time to make the whole collection.
a place that looks very aesthetic and full of classic views, I really like seeing every detail of that place
So did I! Every piece was worth knowing about.
Correct me if I'm wrong. The bar is inside the museum? If it does that is amazing and its my first time to see this one 🤗 greetings
It is! Sometimes they host events at the bar, it sounds really fun and I wish I was present in one of those events.
Try it sometimes my friend , for sure it was fun event☺
Wow, such a nice place! I like that you were wearing boots and cowboy hats the entire tour! And you blend well! Super great craft, such talented artist! It would be nice to visit there and appreciate everything ~
I loved the "costume" haha. It made me feel like I was also a part of the museum haha
It's natural that the results of the art are very good, because I saw a lot of equipment for making this work of art. I'm curious what special equipment was used to make the work of art so beautiful...
I wish I understood them as well and I wish I could.
Thank you for sharing your virtual tour of Kanheron with such appreciation for the craft that went into creating it. Your attention to detail and recognition of the dedication and talent involved in its creation is inspiring. While I may not have experienced it in person, your vivid descriptions and passion for the place definitely came through. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It has only awakened my curiosity and I hope to visit Kanheron in person someday @reisha.fil . 😍💕
Thank you for your kind words!
I'm glad I got to experience it in person!
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The place really looks so beautiful, a good place to chill and relax 🥰
Indeed! We had a good time there!
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tokens.Wao in that museum you can live the whole experience recreating the cowboy clothing, seeing the works of the artist I find it impressive that having a self-taught education there are elaborated incredible works, I have always thought that these people have like a kind of divine gift as a superhero of art works.
So do I! I'm glad I went there and got to witness their gift.
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