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About Compendium

Welcome to Compendium — a curated collection of original fine artworks by Mercy Abarca, a 17-year-old Peruvian-Canadian visual artist whose work is deeply rooted in personal resilience, cultural identity, and emotional storytelling.
Each painting is crafted with intention and detail, then transformed into museum-quality fine art prints and canvas reproductions. All items are made to order and personally handled by Mercy — from overseeing professional printing to quality-checking each piece before it reaches your hands.
Pre-orders are fulfilled within 1–3 business days, and every customer receives direct updates from Mercy about shipping, delivery, or pickup. Whether you’re in Richmond Hill, Hamilton, or elsewhere in Ontario, your support helps sustain a young artist’s dream — and brings a one-of-a-kind narrative into your space.
This is more than art — it's a growing legacy of care, complexity, and craft.

Awards and Recognition - Owner Mercy Abarca

Sponsored Artist | Invited Youth Exhibitor | Award Winner

2025

1st Place – Peace Category

Visual Arts Award – Arts of August Youth Showcase

Awarded 1st place for a painting centered on the theme of Peace, selected by a jury of professional artists. The work was exhibited at the AGH and recognized for emotional impact and creative vision.

2025

Invited & Sponsored Artist

Somerset Gala

Personally invited and fully sponsored to attend and exhibit work at the Somerset Gala, a distinguished youth arts event hosted at the AGH. The invitation recognized artistic merit, potential, and community voice.

2025

Federal Certificate of Achievement

Presented by Matthew Green, MP – Hamilton Centre

Received an official certificate acknowledging Artistic Merit and Youth Leadership. Presented by Member of Parliament Matthew Green as part of the federal government’s recognition of young Canadian artists making civic and cultural contributions.

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Mercy Abarca is a 17 year-old Peruvian-Canadian visual artist whose work reflects her journey as a second-generation immigrant navigating family expectations and personal struggles. Art provides her with a sanctuary to express complex emotions, particularly those surrounding her non-verbal autistic brother, Benja. Through vibrant paintings, she challenges viewers to confront their own experiences while inviting support for her ongoing artistic journey as she builds a sustainable life through her art.

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