Last week, real estate developer Ayala Lands unveiled a series of public art pieces all over Makati City. The launch marked the start of their immersive walking art tour entitled “10 Days of Art: Art Walk by Ayala Land.”

Among the pieces highlighted during the event are Isaiah Cacnio’s Prismatic Embrace, Leeroy New’s Elemento, Derek Tumala’s A Warm Orange-Colored Liquid, and an exhibit by Fotomoto. Cacnio’s work draws inspiration from the royal garments worn by Jesus Christ. According to Cacnio, the colors symbolize the radical transformation that unfolds when we open our hearts to divine light. For New’s Elemento, the piece highlights making art through sustainable means by using recyclable materials. Meanwhile, Tumala’s majestic solar-powered model of the Sun is made of recycled pulp paper and metal structure. It’s best enjoyed at night, glowing in all its glory. Finally, the Fotomoto exhibit can be observed along the Legazpi Underpass. The video installation displays selected prints by E.S.L. Chen, Wawi Navarroza, Steve Tirona, and MM Yu.

These are just some of the many public art pieces scattered throughout Makati’s central business district. You can find more in other areas like One Ayala, Greenbelt 5, Ayala North Exchange, and Ayala Malls Circuit. Finally, the pièce de résistance of it all, drop by the Art Fair Philippines at The Link to enjoy a multitude of artworks from all over the world. Several artists are also present this weekend to give talks and discuss the various pieces on display.

Aside from admiring art pieces, you can also enjoy special performances. Taking place at the Ayala Museum, guests can listen to a poetry jam by Gemino Abad and other poets. Catch mural artists bringing life to the walls around Circuit Makati. There will also be a special musical performance of The Putnam County’s The Spelling Bee at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater on Feb. 24.
 

Can’t find the time to make your way to Makati City? Fret not, there are also multiple activities being held online for art enthusiasts to enjoy. On Feb. 18, you can catch Filipino Forward streaming on the State of the Arts YouTube channel. Prominent icons in the creative industry like Bea Valdes, Jacs Sampayan, Marlon Rivera, and Shaira Luna will be sharing their insights on championing Filipino creativity, especially in the fashion and advertising industry. Exhibits and activities will run until Feb. 28 and are made possible by Art Fair Philippines, Ayala Land, Make It Makati, Circuit Makati, and Ayala Malls.