Yakap II

ARTIST: Lydia Velasco
TITLE: Yakap II
SIZE: 24″ × 18″
MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas
YEAR: 2016

“Yakap II” (from the Filipino word “yakap,” meaning “embrace”) represents a deeper, continuing expression of comfort, love, and connection.

It symbolizes the warmth of being held—physically or emotionally—where one feels safe, understood, and cared for. The “II” suggests a second chapter or continuation, reflecting a more mature, stronger, or renewed form of that embrace.

Overall, “Yakap II” conveys a lasting sense of closeness and reassurance, showing how connection can grow deeper over time, offering healing, support, and a sense of belonging.