Mamarachos. Folksy "santos" - pieces of religious art pieces used by early colonial Filipinos. (Photo courtesy of Salcedo Auctions) Salcedo Auctions launches its new program, Private Art, Public Lives, with an exhibition featuring the collection of UnionBank CEO Edwin Bautista and his wife,...
One of the well-crafted films in the 2023 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival is Jopy Arnaldo’s Gitling . Director and screenwriter Jopy Arnaldo Two strangers meet in Bacolod—one is visiting and one is returning. Jamie (Gabby Padilla) works as a hired translator to Japanese...
In the realm of contemporary art, there are artists who break free from the constraints of convention, pushing boundaries of perception and understanding. Abe Orobia is undoubtedly one of these artists and his recently concluded solo show, “Unconquerable (Turn! Turn! Turn!),” at the Gallery 2...
Coming off its well-attended run in Manila from June 2 to 4, the National Book Development Board’s (NBDB) Philippine Book Festival (PBF) is back—this time in Davao, where it’s part of the 38th Kadayawan Festival. The latest edition of the all Filipino book experience will be held at the SMX...
Emerging and experienced designers alike are invited to submit their design entries to Tropeo Katha, the search for The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM)’s Katha Awards new trophy. The export promotions arm of the Department of Trade and Industry, CITEM...
The much-anticipated annual film festival in the Philippines, Cinemalaya, marked its official opening on August 4 with a screening of "Marupok AF (Where Is The Lie?)." Directed by Quark Henares, the film boasts a stellar cast including EJ Jallorina, Maris Racal, and Royce Cabrera in the lead roles....
"The Victor" is one of the tallest public art installation in the world. Bridgetowne, Robinsons Land's premier destination estate, is embracing the power of public art to shape its future. The emerging estate will soon unveil its masterpiece, "The Victor," the first of many planned public art...
Karla Sajona, 'Si Makisig' Fresh from a double exhibit held in Los Baños a few months ago, artist Karla Sajona is holding a solo exhibit—her second—at ARTablado in Robinsons Galleria. “Plumage” is a collection of striking and brightly colored paintings of flora and fauna, particularly...
Kammerchor Manila in front "Big Ben" in London after their competition in Wales. (Photo by Cray Dela Rosa) Kammerchor Manila has recently returned to the Philippines after winning in three prestigious competitions in Europe, and earning the title "Choir of the World" in Wales, United Kingdom, on...
The 1990s generation was a sight to behold at the Alanis Morissette 2023 World Tour at the Mall of Asia Arena on Aug. 2. These Millennials were in high school and college when the Jagged Little Pill album was released 25 years ago. The crowd were singing their hearts out with the 38th Grammy Awards...
The southern end of the Philippines, Mindanao, boasts a rich cultural tapestry woven by diverse communities living harmoniously together. At the forefront of bringing out the stories and essence of Mindanao lies the prolific visual artist Rey Mudhajid “Kublai” Ponce Millan or Kublai Millan....
First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos with Teresita Sy-Coson at the "Intimate Audrey" exhibit. "Intimate Audrey" is a bespoke exhibition on the life of Audrey Hepburn created by her son, Sean Hepburn Ferrer, to celebrate her 90th birthday anniversary. Originally launched in her birth town of Brussels,...
