Artist Spotlight: Olan Ventura on Art Meets Fashion
Photo credit: Olan Ventura How and when did you first find out that your art was walking down a Parisian runway for Givenchy, and what was the very first thing that went through your mind? I first saw the dress inspired by one of my artworks while browsing my social media feed. It immediately opened […]
Artist Spotlight Series: Still, Becoming Kim Cruz
On finding her voice, her purpose, and what it means to make art that is truly her own. ” Don’t be eager to please. People-pleasing will dilute your creative voice.” Those are the words that global Filipino figurative artist, art instructor, and curator Kim Cruz stands by. One that pushes her to pursue her journey […]
VITO SELMA, SOLENN HEUSSAFF, AND LEEROY NEW TEAM UP FOR PROTEGERI
Protegeri, a Latin word meaning protection, became the theme that united three artists in a collaborative effort to support a great cause: saving the environment while helping communities prosper and thrive. This special project was an initiative helmed by the Ayala Foundation, undertaken in partnership with OFF! for the benefit of its communities in El […]
saliNlahi: Connecting The Dots with Nena Saguil
From 1946- 1994, Nena Saguil’s journey as an artist was a relentless pursuit of vocation and creating an artistic identity that was wholly hers despite having to navigate the once male-dominated realm of the arts. But that never stopped Saguil, who eventually chose to live in Paris as an expat –setting up specifically on Saint […]
HEIRLOOM BY JOR-EL ESPINA: A LOVING TRIBUTE TO THE ICONIC PATIS TESORO
Jor-El Espina launched a new collection that embodies his design philosophy while honoring the heritage of Filipino craft and design, under the tutelage of the Grand Dame of Philippine Fashion, Patis Tesoro herself. Their collaboration began during an opportune visit to Tesoro’s home in San Pablo, Laguna, with the founders of ArteFino in the latter […]
Nxt Museum Presents: Still Processing
An Immersive Exploration of Data, Emotion, and Technology Amsterdam – From February 7 to October 5, 2025, Nxt Museum presents Still Processing, a compelling group exhibition that delves into the intricate dance between human consciousness and technological evolution. Under the curation of Bogomir Doringer, this thought-provoking showcase brings together established artists Boris Acket, Gabey Tjon […]
LOVE FROM MANILA
PHOTOGRAPHER: HANNAH ROZELLE | MODEL: SAM COLOSO | PRODUCER: CYAN LEIGH DACASIN OF GREAT SOCIAL CLUB PR AND PRODUCTIONS | STYLIST: JHONNY BRAVO | MAKE-UP: ZHEE GHIELMETTI | HAIR STYLIST: RAYMART ESPINA | PHOTOGRAPHER’S ASSISTANT: RALPH ANGOB | ASSISTANT STYLIST: KEANA CARBONILLAS | STUDIO: ESPACIO CREATIVO ESCOLTA | SHOT ON LOCATION AROUND THE FIRST UNITED […]
Filipino Artist Kim Lim’s “Teeth and Tenderness” Series Celebrates The Power of Women Through Art
Last weekend, Manila-based painter Kim Lim flew to Bangkok to unveil an extraordinary exhibition with the Tang Contemporary Art Show, celebrating International Women’s Month. Her journey as a seasoned interior designer with over 15 years of experience has translated into her approach as a painter, combining her exploration of identity with her knowledge of space, […]
The Goldenberg Mansion and Salcedo Auctions Features Joel Geolamen and Lynyrd Paras
Tapiserya is the third in a series of art exhibitions held at the Goldenberg Mansion as part of the Art Fair Philippines initiative, 10 Days of Art. Presented in partnership with Salcedo Private View, the gallery arm of the country’s premier auction house, Salcedo Auctions, the show features the works of contemporary artists Joel Geolamen […]
THE ART HOUSE PRESENTS LAKBAY: VOYAGES INTO THE ABSOLUTE WITH NENA SAGUIL
An exhibition unlike any other, The Art House brings community and Filipino culture to another level. The platform brings together nine visual artists from different parts of the world, standing together as part of the global Filipino diaspora. Jana Benitez (US), Rose Cameron (US), Kim Cruz (US), Lizza May David (Germany), John Wayne Forte (US), […]
