KC Concepcion photo acquired by Getty Museum, exported to US

 

By: Anne PasajolINQUIRER.net / 10:07 AM January 21, 2025

A photo of KC Concepcion taken by celebrity photographer Mark Nicdao was exported to the United States as it is now part of the Getty Museum collection.

Concepcion shared Nicdao’s feat as well as her photo through her Instagram page on Monday, Jan. 20.

“I’ve always known Mark Nicdao was destined for greatness, but where he is now is all him: raw talent, vision, relentless hard work, and the mind (and heart!) of a genius,” she began.

“I’m beyond honored to share that a photograph of mine from 2008, captured by my dear friend and creative visionary Mark Nicdao—and wearing Puey Quiñones—has been acquired (along with his other incredible works) by none other than the iconic Getty,” she stated.

Concepcion then looked back on her friendship with Nicdao, gushing over being a part of the latter’s recent milestone.

“Mark and I have been through so many creative adventures, and seeing his extraordinary talent celebrated at this level is so inspiring,” she said.

Addressing Nicdao, she continued, “I’m so proud of you and so grateful to be part of YOUR moment. Here’s to timeless art, enduring friendships, and the magic that comes from chasing dreams. Marky, here’s to many more pursuits together. Always your biggest fan.”

Nicdao, for his part, showed a certificate from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts allowing him to export his printed photographs to the US.

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KC Concepcion's fundraising to finish movie gathers $10K

KC Concepcion on the set of ‘Asian Persuasion.’ INSTAGRAM PHOTO/KRISTINACONCEPCION

By Shennah Romanillos, Manila Times

KC Concepcion and her team from "Asian Persuasion" have yet to reach their goal to raise $50,000 to finish their Hollywood film.

Over the weekend, donations reached $10,748 or 21 percent of the goal.

The actress earlier appealed to her fans for financial help to finish her film after encountering financial problems during its filming.

One of the film's main stars contracted Covid-19, pausing production for 12 days. The delay cost them $100,000.

"We are asking for your help to recover the funds lost during our one-week pause. While we are actively continuing to fundraise throughout the post-production period, we currently need $100,000 to supplement our ongoing private fundraising efforts to complete this movie," the team said in a statement.

"Asian Persuasion" is a romantic-comedy about chef Mickey (Dante Bosco) who sets up a scheme to marry off his ex-wife, KC, to avoid his alimony obligations. It is directed by three-time Tony-Award and Grammy-winning producer Jhett Tolentino.

On Instagram, the 37-year-old actress appealed, "The filming is done, now the hard work begins. And YOU can help bring our movie to the FINISH LINE."

The actress also shared why she agreed to do the movie — more than getting an acting job in America, Asian Persuasion presents an opportunity for Concepcion to represent Asians and Filipinos.

"I think I speak for so many Asian actors who grew up wishing and waiting for this time to come for us to be seen, heard, and represented, in all our different skin tones, body shapes, and backgrounds. This movie is about family, relationships, love, failures, resilience, success, and fighting for what you love. That's why this story is YOURS, as much as it is mine."