The palpable beauty of Hermes Alegre's paintings is so exciting, his work has made him almost a household name in no time. His signature style of distinctly Filipino women peering through colorful meshes of foliage and sometimes ethereal backdrops has made his work much sought after by collectors. Alegre’s command of oil is nothing short of impressive; his paintings resonate with an unmistakable vibrancy, his women silent yet unbound in their gentle, vivid presence.

His pieces celebrate the Filipina, making Filipino beauty and character the dominant strengths of his art. Alegre is defining a period in Filipino art; his work is highly collectible.