A tunnel draped in red velvet symbolizes life and love. As guests walk through the installation, they see reflections of themselves and are encouraged to, in turn, reflect on their lives and their relationship with God. After all, God, says the Bible, made man in His own image.
To herald Art’s of the Philippines, artist and Artist on a Mission founder Kristine Lim recently opened her art installation at Baluartillo de San Francisco Javier in Manila. Located within Fort Santiago in Intramuros, the ongoing art installation is dubbed as “Portraits of Christ”.
The installation started with a dedication ceremony by Pastor Monique Lopez – Ong (head pastor of Revelation City Church and host of ABS-CBN’s Real Talk). With Kristine to formally open the exhibit were Atty. Guiller B. Asido, administrator, Intramuros Administration; Mayor Victoria Lao Lim of Gasan Marinduque: Engr. Dimas S. Soguilon; Susanne DS Tiausas; and Anjila Lim. “Portraits of Christ” is curated by Ian Belleza and presented by the Department of Tourism, It’s More Fun In the Philippines, Intramuros Administration and Art Lounge Manila.
“In this exhibit, we have a tunnel draped in red velvet to symbolize life and love. We also have mirrors hanging along the draperies,” said Belleza. “As you walk along the tunnel, you are encouraged to reflect on your life and your relationship with God. Gaze into the mirrors and who do you see? Obviously, you see a reflection of yourself. However, have you ever thought about being with God when you gaze in the mirror?
“Remember, God made man in His image; this is what Kristine Lim wants us to remember as we take a walk along her exhibit. Thus, we see the many ‘Portraits of Christ.’”
“Portraits of Christ,” an art installation by Kristine Lim, is ongoing until April 1 at Baluartillo de San Francisco Javier, Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila.
