We are definitely not just talking about Esmao shedding off his “struggling artist look.” Clean-cut, bespectacled and low-key, but charming, Patrick Esmao welcomed members of the press to an exclusive preview of his “Threads of Time” exhibit, which is now ongoing until March 11 at Galerie Joaquin Rockwell. And there,…
Abstractionist Julius Sanvictores, conceptual artist Marco Ortiga and painter Michael Sagaran found common ground in the urge to express their perspectives in an experimental, non-representational way in "The Speed of Abstract," ongoing until March 15 at the Robinson's Land ARTablado. '1961 E-Type Jaguar', 2022, acrylic on canvas What connects these…
A first in Philippine fashion, the collaboration between local shoe brand Lakat Sustainables and Filipino artists Doktor Karayom, Garapata and Lilianna Manahan to create contemporary yet statement sneakers aims to promote wearable art while advancing the ingenuity of the country’s young creatives. Dex Fernandez (Garapata), Lilianna Manahan and Russell Trinidad…
Celebrities and personalities from the basketball community, as well as art lovers, trooped to Cloudscape in Poblacion, Makati recently for the opening night of "Hard in the Paint," an urban street art exhibit dedicated to all things basketball. "Hoop Dreams" by Marclen Ricafort-Chulani, 48"x48", Mixed Media, Acrylic on Canvas “'Hard…
Get up close and personal with acclaimed Filipino glass sculptor Ramon Orlina's works, as he unveils his latest collection, "Sinuous Architecture, Eloquent Forms" at Art Cube for Art Fair Philippines. Curated by the esteemed Carlomar Arcangel Daoana, this exhibition not only commemorates Orlina's 80th birthday but also serves as a…
Tea sommelier and visual “healing” artist Rachel Ngan Dueñas recently launched her second solo show, titled "Country of Flowers" at Galerya Amalia in LRI Design Plaza, Makati. Rachel Ngan Dueñas' recent solo exhibit, dubbed "Country of Flowers" features her trademark “healing art" that embodies a cathartic release of emotions restoring…
Slated from October 11 to 15 at SMX Aura Convention Center, the art fair will showcase a diverse range of exhibits featuring both traditional and interdisciplinary expressions. Guests can explore captivating canvas-based and sculptural works, as well as delve into the world of functional and technology-based art. ManilART, one of…
For the first time since its inception 30 years ago, Fino Leatherware launches an art-led collaborative project featuring the works of artist Kara Pangilinan. The limited-edition collection will be available at the brand's flagship store at Power Plant Mall by the end of September. Since its founding in 1992, Fino…
Something futuristic, something from the past, something inspired by the supernatural — the ideas and influences this prolific multi-media artist explores and draws from always lead him to creatively give birth to something otherworldly and, well, New. By FRANCINE Y. MEDINA Photography by RXANDY CAPINPIN Ars longa, vita brevis. “Life…
BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Life-sized, up-close and almost within reach — this is how visitors will get to experience some of the art world’s most stunning masterpieces as “Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition” lands on Philippine soil on July 01, 2023. So close, you can practically take selfies…