Katrina Cuenca’s art, with its graceful, “petal-like abstract figurations,” is a celebration of light and happiness. Yet, as her latest solo exhibit, “Elysian,” opens at Art Lounge Manila, we discover that the seemingly tranquil works are born from a deeply personal journey of healing and...
The Manila Bulletin's iconic HATCH exhibit returns this March 2024 for its 6th edition, set to crack open fresh creativity at the iconic spaces of The Manila Hotel. Notably, this year's exhibit features the participation of the inimitable National Artist, Kidlat Tahimik. “It's a challenge I've...
On Sept. 30, 2023, the vibrant world of artistry in the Philippines will converge at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall for the highly anticipated "On-the-Spot" category of the 12th Manila Bulletin Sketchfest. This year’s theme is "We Are All Created Equal!" Sketchfest 2023 is a celebration of raw...
The Manila Bulletin UPLIFT Awards aims to highlight stories that inspire and enliven the Filipino spirit - as such, the trophy needs to live up to this lofty ambition. We also wanted to give the awardees a piece of art that paragons Filipino creativity and optimism; a trophy that when seen,...