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In 1977, Bartolome’s song “Nena” became a hit, and his composition “Tayo’y Mga Pinoy” (“We’re Filipinos”) was a finalist in the 1978 inaugural Metro Manila Popular Music Festival.

In his paintings, Bartolome adopts an impressionist style characterized by vivid colors, loose brushwork, and an emphasis on capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life. His works often depict abstract scenes from rural landscapes, bustling city streets, and intimate portraits of ordinary people, evoking a sense of nostalgia and introspection.