Renaissance XX: Two Decades of Driven Art Direction at SM Megamall Art Center Set from June 3-28

Way back in 2003, a new gallery introduced itself to the Philippine art scene. Christened with the engaging and appropriate name Renaissance – the French word meaning rebirth – the gallery was the brainchild of Manuel and Agnes Romero.

Instantly evoking the names of Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, Renaissance art was a period in European civilization distinguished by Classical learning and wisdom. 

Ortigas Arts Festival Now On Its 5th Year With More Dance, Film and Forms of Art

The art experience continues with the 5th year of the Ortigas Art Festival that features visual arts, fashion designs, film, dance and more. Now becoming the most diverse arts festival in the metro, it has now grown to greater heights along with the growth of the premiere Ortigas Mall, Estancia.

“This year’s festival paints a broader stroke of Philippine art where we encompass more art forms from visual art, film, dance, and even pottery,” said Renato “Mang Ato” R. Habulan, head curator of Ortigas Art Festival. “We want to show the diversity of talents across many disciplines Filipino artists have and we are honored to present all of those–and more–through this year’s exhibit and festivities.”

Launched in 2018, the Ortigas Art Festival was created with the goal of making art accessible to everyone. From featuring over 60 local artists during its first run, the number of artists who participated in the festival reached more than 200 and even included artists from Southeast Asia, America, and Europe in 2020.

Running from July 7, 2022 (Thursday) until August 7, 2022 (Sunday), the festival will showcase a wider variety of Filipino arts and culture across five pillars: Painting & Sculpture, Film and Photography, Dance and Fashion, ArtisTree, and Workshops.

Baro't Saya Tuwa At Ligaya - First Solo Exhibit of Edgard San Diego

SM Megamall proudly presents the first solo art exhibit of noted fashion designer EDGAR SAN DIEGO titled ‘BARO’T SAYA TUWA AT LIGAYA’ from October 9 - 15, 2021 at the Ground Level, Mega Fashion Hall at SM Megamall. 

The theme of the exhibit is a ‘Tribute of Joy to the Filipina and her Traditional Dress amidst the Pandemic.’

Edgar’s love for the beautiful Filipina, traditions, costumes and production design is evident on his paintings, keeping in mind that the colors are bright and the subjects are happy in creating positive vibes which we need most in this pandemic. He chose to deal with beautiful characters in their colorful costumes and nostalgic scenarios.

Why this crossover from fashion design to visual arts ?

“I turned 60 last March 13, 2020. And then after 2 days, the lockdown was imposed. I thought that it was only going to last for a month or two. So to keep me away from boredom, I cleaned the house, reorganized my cabinets and do things that I neglected when I was busy with my dress shop. However, when I ran out of things to fix, I decided to pick up my brushes and called my canvas supplier. Luckily, she was open all the time to accept my orders. What I did was to order an extra 4 to 6 canvases which eventually gave me no excuse to stop.”

Quarantine creativity: 19-year-old Cebu student uses soy sauce to make art

Quarantine Creativity: 19-year-old Thea Sophia Disabelle
only had a bottle of Silver Swan Soy Sauce, large plate,
and a limitless imagination to create unique works of art.

As the quarantine keeps everyone at home for their safety, many young Filipinos spend their time honing their skills and creativity, finding ways to express themselves. With all this free time on their hands, there are those who even go the extra mile when it comes to being creative.

This was certainly the case for 19-year-old communication student Thea Sophia Disabelle, from Bantayan Island, Cebu, who stirred buzz on the internet after creating art not just through traditional mediums, but also using a medium no one thinks could be used for art: soy sauce. Yes, the very same soy sauce you ordinarily see in kitchens at home.

“It all started when I poured a little amount of soy sauce into a saucer, since I needed it for my fried fish,” said Thea, who made her first soy sauce artwork back in March using Silver Swan Soy Sauce, a staple in their pantry. “After that, I paused for three seconds while staring at it—something was beautifully formed. After I had my breakfast that day, I asked myself, ‘Why not make art using soy sauce?’”

PH & China, An Exchange of Art and Culture

Tina Colayco, President of the Metropolitan Museum of Manila
and Mr. Deng Jun, Country Head of Bank of China Manila

Since 2002, Bank of China Manila has been working towards boosting bilateral cooperation in the economic, financial, and trade fields between China and the Philippines. From efforts like the SME Cross-Border Trade and Investment conference, where Filipino businesses were matched with Chinese investors, to the facilitation of two panda bond issuances, the bank has been steadfast in pursuing its mission of bridging the Philippine and Chinese markets. 

That mission goes beyond business, as Bank of China Manila extends its efforts to bridging people. "Our two countries have been friends for a long time. We share many similarities, but we also share many differences. Through this exchange of cultures, we hope to enhance the understanding between the peoples of Philippines and China," said Mr. Deng Jun, Country Head of Bank of China Manila. 

HISTORIA, CULINARIA, Y CULTURA: A Celebration of Philippine Independence Day Through Food, Fashion & Culture

Experience a celebration of Philippine Independence Day like no other when HISTORIA, CULINARIA, Y CULTURA kicks off on June 8, 2019. The 2-day festival celebrates 121 years of Philippine Independence through a showcase of heritage food, fashion and culture in Taal Heritage Town, Taal, Batangas.

The Historia aspect aims to educate visitors on interesting and little known facts about Philippine significant segments in Philippine history, particularly on the aspects of art and architecture. There will be talks by experts on Philippine History Art and Architecture, and guided tours to historical places in Taal—especially the houses of illustrious Filipino families that have helped achieve Filipino nationhood.

Ortigas Art Festival Now On Its Second Year With More Artists

Estancia in Capitol Commons continues its passion for the arts with staging an art exhibit that features more than 100 artists. Dubbed as Ortigas Art Festival, the celebration of artistry through paintings, sculptures, and photography showcases various art groups with diverse themes, designs, and mediums.

This 2019 is the second year of the art fair and it wanted more artists to come on board and spread their works for mall goers to see. Estancia is also the perfect place with their wide walkways and spaces that can host  the numerous artworks.

Manining Miclat Art Awards 2018: Deadline For Submission Of Entries Extended Up to July 31

The Maningning Miclat Art Foundation, Inc. (MMAFI), in cooperation with District Gallery and Far Eastern University, is pleased to announce the extension of submission of Online Entries to the 2018 Maningning Art Competition to July 31, 2018.

Entries must be submitted to maningning2018@gmail.com. Image file of the entry must be high-quality, high-definition, and in JPG format. Artist name, title, dimension, medium, and year of the artwork must be included. Passport photo, biodata, birth certificate, and entry form must be attached in email. 

Pancho Piano's Hagod Exhibit Is Now On Display At Okada Manila

Bicolano Artist Pancho M.Piano has proven his artistry in visual arts throughout the years.  Known for his award-winning works locally and internationally, his works speaks for itself and draws appreciation and clients. He is known for his works which reflects Bicolano life, festivals and culture. Drawn from his experience of the places he had been to, the paintings has the charm of nostalgia  for Filipinos and introduces the Pinoy culture to foreigners.

Recently he opened a exhibit at Okada Manila titled Hagod featuring paintings made in recent years. Hagod by definition is stroke which defines the artworks made of different styles of strokes and themes. With some follow a colorful approach that catches attention.  The exhibit are opened in May 24 displayed at the Coral wing until June 23.

#ArtLotto: Making more Filipinos pay attention to art

How often do you get richer with a post on your social media? Here’s your chance today: Look around, rediscover your surroundings and spot any form of art. Because your next post about art is your ticket to win PHP 450,000 jackpot in #ArtLotto, an advocacy by Publicis JimenezBasic, E. Zobel Foundation, and 4As Creative Guild of the Philippines that aims to raise consciousness and appreciation for Filipino art and eventually intends to make you richer – both in the pocket and in the mind.

Mr. Raymund Sison, co-creator of #ArtLotto and a creative director at PJB, said the idea came up after observing that you can actually find art everywhere in the Philippines. “It’s in underpass tunnels, along highways, in coffee shops and restaurants, in offices, in schools, on streets — practically everywhere. Through #ArtLotto and in collaboration with artists, we hope to make more Filipinos pay more attention to all the art around. It’s an attempt to democratize art, to make it more inclusive instead of exclusive, and ultimately make people from different age groups and walks of life be more conscious of art everywhere,” he said.

Art in the City: Filipino artistry in focus as Greenfield kicks off Art for Generations

The rise of an idle piece of land into a vibrant urban district tells a compelling story of how art, nurtured by a creative vision and an enduring commitment to innovation through time, weaves cultures and ideas all together to build a community where lifestyles thrive in progress.

This has been the story that Greenfield Development Corporation has been carefully crafting all these years. Greenfield began as one of the country’s largest property ownership and landholding companies in 1961, armed with a significant pool of land and resources, and an unwavering vision of land stewardship and legacy.

It began etching a name for itself through its involvement in the development of growth centers and key areas in Metro Manila, particularly in Mandaluyong City, its host city. One key achievement that has successfully risen from this endeavor is Greenfield District—a 12.8 hectare mixed-use development that stands as the company’s flagship project.

ART IS A BANG: RenaiXance – A Decade of Renaissance Art Gallery

Renaissance Art Gallery's celebrated their 10th year anniversary with an exhibit called “ RenaiXance – A Decade of Renaissance Art Gallery ” was unveiled on June 5, 2013 at the Art Center located at the 4/F SM Megamall Bldg. A, Ortigas Center.

Invited as special guests of honor were National Artists Napoleon Abueva, Arturo Luz, Ben Cabrera, Abdulmari Imao and other respected names in the field of arts. 

The exhibit  features more than 50 of the country’s foremost names in the field of visual arts (figurative and abstract), sculpture and photography.

Seeing a lot of artists in one venue makes it a very interesting sight for art lovers and newbies like me which looks up to Pinoy artists for their works that range from the contemporary to the bizarre which plays with one's imagination. 

We went around to see the artworks and I can say that I am a fan of sculptures and photography, works of National Artist Abdulmari Imao and photos of Jim Paredes are works you should not miss when you visit the exhibit.

ART IS A BANG: Art Fair Philippines 2013

Art in a car park? Yes it can and will happen in Makati with Art Fair Philippines 2013 on February 7 to 10, 2013.  

Featuring the best in Philippine contemporary art, Art Fair Philippines 2013 will take place in an alternative urban venue--The Link car park located between the Makati Shangri-La Hotel and the Landmark Department Store. Many know the building because its walls convert into a glowing palette of ever-changing color in the evenings.  

Twenty-four invited galleries and art groups, chosen for carefully edited selections from their roster of artists, will transform Level 6 of the Ayala Land-owned car park into a boutique art fair.  Names familiar to followers of the Philippine art scene, stalwarts of regional art auctions, as well as promising newcomers will show work in all types of media. Visitors will be welcomed at a specially commissioned reception desk created entirely of iconic San Miguel Beer crates by artist Norberto “Peewee” Roldan, Jr.  

ART IS A BANG: Concert At The Park 50th Anniversary

Rizal Park's CONCERT AT THE PARK celebrates its 50TH ANNIVERSARY with a feature presentation.

Selebrasyon – a celebration of Filipino culture through music, song and dance

featuring Philippine BARANGGAY Folk Dance Troupe

Sun 6 Jan 2013 | 5 pm 

Rizal Park, Manila

The public is cordially invited and admission is  free of charge

 

ART IS A BANG: Call for Entries for Manila Archdiocese Painting Competition

Young Filipino artists will have a chance to showcase their talent and passion for the art at the Manila archdiocese’s 5th annual painting competition.

Organized by the archdiocese’s Commission for the Cultural Heritage of the Church, the contest has actually started last December and scheduled to end this month.

The theme for this year’s competition is “The Rosary, its Mysteries and the Filipino Family.” The contest is open to Filipino students and out-of-school youths, ages 15 to 25 years old. Organizers said the contest hopes to foster contemporary artistic interpretations of the Catholic faith particularly among young artists, and seeks to promote awareness and appreciation of religious art.

The first prize-winner will take home P40,000. The second placer will receive P30,000. The winner for third place will receive P20,000. Three “Juror’s Choices” will also receive P10,000 each.

Submission of artwork entries is on Jan. 27, 2012 at the Museo ng Arkidiyosesis ng Maynila in Intramuros, Manila. Awarding of winners will be on February 4, 2012.

Entry forms for those who are still interested to join are available at the MACC office, in selected schools and parishes, or may be downloaded at the archdiocese’s official website www.rcam.org . [CBCPNews]

ART IS A BANG: PASINAYA 2012 Call For Volunteers

Lets bring art closer to our lives this February! VOLUNTEER FOR PASINAYA 2012! lets enjoy music, dance, film, theater, visual arts, literature, culinary arts and more! Tell your friends, relatives, distant relatives, strangers on the street, everyone! PASINAYA 2012 Open House Festival is on Februrary 26, 2012.

ART IS A BANG: Filipinana Sunset

Colourful pageantry of local folk songs and dances set against the world famous Manila sunset. 

Filipiniana Sunset featuring the Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe will happen on Wednesday, 14 Dec / 6pm / CCP North Promenade, Manila

For inquiries call 832-3704 / 832-3706 of visit their website www.pbfdt.com
Free admission

REEL DEAL Movies and Television: Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition

Final weigh-in for the Fab Five at the Grand Finale on Oct 8

WHO WILL BE THE VERY FIRST PINOY BIGGEST LOSER?

The country’s biggest reality TV show The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition comes to an exciting finish when the Fab Five and other eliminated contestants come together for a final weigh-in that will determine who among Angela, Art, Hazel, Larry, and Raffy will lose the highest weight percentage since the start of the show and be declared the very first Pinoy Biggest Loser at the Grand Finale this October 8 (Sat) at the Ynares Stadium in Pasig. I have two bets but will keep them until the final weigh-in. Who are you betting for?

Armed with the knowledge gained during their four-month stay in the Biggest Loser camp, the Bigating Pinoys continue their journey in the real world and undergo rigorous weight loss regimen without the help of trainers Chinggay Andrada and Jim Saret. 

ART IS A BANG: Ani ng Sining Philippine Arts Festival 2011!

Its almost February and we can have a lot of fun with Art at the Philippine International Arts Festival 2011, check on the poster for schedules and activities! And to kick it off, they have this event this January 30 and the festival runs the whole month! So art lovers arise!

Art Is A Bang: Manuel Baldemor Paintings Relived in Crossstich

Here in Art is a bang we will feature the society of art of today. We have a lot of fine artist yet few would take a chance to appreciate it. Now Manual To Lyf will never make you look at art the same way again.  Knowing art and its components makes one view the world differently, probably artistically.

For the first serving of this we are featuring Painter Manuel Baldemor. Known to have painted festivals in vivid colors, was also the artist behind the SM greenbags. He is actually quite busy lately with trips and exhibitions around the world.

His works usually have colorful and bright paintings which usually depicts Philippine festival and also nature. Now in a unique exhibition at SM Megamall. DMC, a company known for making cross stitch treads and patterns have remade the works of M. Baldemor into real cross stitch works of art! For most of us, this art might have been extinct because of the fewer people who still engage in the craft, but it looked very interesting to look at, also if  you would compare the original masterpiece to the cross stitch version.

 

This unique style actually has a charitable cause for every purchase of the M. Baldemor patterns bought from DMC stores. Also if you would finish one,  you might have a chance to get it signed by the artist, terms and conditions apply. I have to say that this is a very unique art crossover.