Since Emon Labonite was young, he has always felt a connection to the arts. He loved looking at the works of others, whether it be in an exhibit or the works on his school walls, and felt inspired to create his own works.

 
Emon Labonite was born on May 23 1992, in Malitbog, Bukidnon, but he grew up in the city of Cagayan de Oro and became an artist. He started painting after he finished his studies. The lack of job opportunities pushed Emon to pursue creating artworks and paintings and develop his skills as an artist.