Born in Manila, and now based in New York, Nanette Ana Maria Villanueva also known by her artist name Anama Villanueva, was a fine arts major in painting at the University of Santo Tomas. She started her career as an artist in the early 1990s after moving to the US, where she...
APARISYON oil on canvas, 40x30 inches, 2024 For Alee Garibay, the sacred resides not just in the grand cathedrals or ancient temples, but in the everyday objects that shape our lives. In “Poón,” her latest exhibit, she explored this concept and transformed ordinary items into powerful...
FAMILY TIES A family portrait by Carlos P. Valino, Jr. WALA LANG A minute to fix hair, test dimples, tuck tummy in before extending arm. Click and—voila!—a portrait. The background could be Boracay’s white sand, Luna’s Spoliarium , a lechon, Eiffel Tower, a fiesta procession, whatever,...
COLLECTOR'S CULTURE It isn't uncommon these days to find people with fuzzy little friends as little companions Life can often feel overwhelming. That’s why many seek solace in collecting, an artful form of escapism that provides a welcome distraction and a sense of purpose. While some may...
For the first time in its 91-year history, DC Comics is releasing a Philippine-exclusive variant cover. Absolute Flash #1 , part of the groundbreaking Absolute Universe —a bold reimagining of DC’s iconic superheroes—will be unveiled locally by SuperManila this March. A...
Since its establishment in 2013, Art Fair Philippines has served as a platform championing modern and contemporary Philippine visual art. Over the years, the fair has expanded its offerings, exhibitors, and roster of artists—all in pursuit of its mission to make art accessible and keep the local...
While two of the authors in the book review today hail from the West, it’s interesting to note the settings of these three novels - and why my Eastern Promises title. One is set in Egypt and is described as ‘very Patricia Highsmith’, while the second is set in Japan and comes from a...
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) with the City Government of Manila will commemorate the 153rd anniversary of the martyrdom of Frs. Gomes, Burgos, and Zamora on 17 February, 8:00 a.m., at the GOMBURZA Execution Site, Rizal Park, Manila. The Ateneo de Manila...
Charie Vega, a talented visual and digital artist based in Manila, has successfully penetrated the international art scene, notably selling her digital paintings across Europe. The journey of her artistic career took a significant turn in 2020 when the world was gripped by the Covid-19...
By Iane Macasieb If you had an opportunity to remove a painful memory from your life, would you try to erase it? Ready your tissues as the beautiful yet tragic, and tear-jerking Tony Award-winning rock musical Next to Normal is taking the Manila stage by storm for its Filipino...
GUIDING THE WAY Haemin Sunim It’s not every day you get to engage in meaningful conversations with a monk, let alone with bestselling author Haemin Sunim. So, when the opportunity arises, you seize it. Last month, the renowned Zen Buddhist visited the Philippines, making stops at...
For 25 years, the Asian Cultural Council (ACC) Philippines has been more than a patron of the arts—it has been a bridge, a catalyst, and a champion of cultural exchange. Through its fellowships, ACC has empowered nearly 300 Filipino artists, scholars, and cultural workers, many of whom have gone...
