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Art gallery now also features curated, one-of-a-kind pieces for the home

1335/MABINI, as it was originally conceived, prides itself as a second home for contemporary local artists, both established and up-and-coming names. The launch of its lifestyle arm, SHOP/1335, is envisioned as an extension of this noble pursuit. Rather than be consumed by the doom and gloom brought about by the…

Artist shows the many faces of Christ in ongoing art installation

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…

Sansó exhibit opens series of shows celebrating maestro’s works

Composed of 36 works in different mediums spanning various eras of his career, “Sansó: Prized and Personal” is a celebration not just of his art, but also of collector Jack Teotico’s and Sansó’s long-running friendship. Fundacion Sansó recently launched the exhibit “Sansó: Prized and Personal.” Heralded by organizers as a…

Gina Lopez ‘touches the sky’ in this portrait

Visual artist Kristine S. Lim immortalizes the late environmentalist and children’s welfare advocate Gina S. Lopez in her artwork called ‘Touch the Sky.’ Gina Lopez in Kristine Lim's "Touch the Sky" Donated by ABS-CBN Fellowship members in cooperation with Art Lounge Manila, the portrait was unveiled during the 25th anniversary…

Cecile Licad stars in post-Valentine benefit show

Megaworld and Rustan’s present a rare online musical performance by one of the world’s leading pianists and the Philippines’ pride. World-renowned Filipino pianist Cecile Licad is back, albeit virtually, as she celebrates love and romance in “Amore: A Post-Valentine Hour with Cecile Licad in New York.” Presented by Megaworld and…

Gerrico Blanco produces his most compelling solo show to date

Every work showcases the superb skills of the artist. But the real show stoppers are the almost diptych “Daydream I and II,” which showcase his elevated skills and outlook. Two years since his sold-out third solo exhibition, Gerrico Blanco returns with another widely anticipated solo effort. Dubbed as Dreamscapes, Blanco’s…

Filipinos open World’s Fair’s December program in Dubai with Paskong Pinoy

Featured Filipino performers who banded together to form one huge group were members of the Abu Dhabi Concert Chorus, Dubai Vocal Ensemble, Filipino Social Club Chorale, Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit at Mananayaw sa Abu Dhabi, St. Mary's Filipino Community Choir and 10-year-old Dubai-born Filipino Peter Rosalita. Filipinos and foreigners alike…

Music finds form in Edwin Wilwayco’s ‘Jazz/Nocturne Interlude’

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ What the pandemic took from artists in terms of sources of inspiration, it inevitably paid for with time. And as artists traded in their wanderlust for staring contests with their canvasses, many of them eventually picked up their paintbrushes to create worlds beyond quarantine…

Salcedo Auctions caps off 2021 with Ricky Ambagan show

Dubbed as “From Here,” it features the artist in his attempt to capture the “nostalgia you carry with you” in 10 rectangular artworks encased in his iconic luggage-shaped frames. He also aims to give a positive spin to the “baggage" that often drags you down through your journey. A voracious…

Carlo Tanseco pays homage to Jose Rizal in second solo show

In “Alias Elias,” the artist tries to show how Rizal, even almost 125 years after his death, remains relevant to Filipinos. He likens the narrative of the hero’s life as a link to the nation’s past and a connection to its present. Artist and furniture designer Carlo S. Tanseco continues…