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(SPOT.ph) The pandemic threw a huge curveball for everyone, including artists and cultural workers. Being crowd-gathering indoor spaces, a number of art galleries and museums temporarily closed in the early part of the quarantine, forcing them to adapt and shift to the digital platform through virtual exhibitions. Now that our favorite places are opening up again, most art galleries are once again welcoming art enthusiasts. If you're part of the crowd that sorely misses the quiet of an exhibit, then don't forget reserve an appointment in advance and strictly follow health guidelines. Stay safe!
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Check out these art exhibits in Metro Manila this February:
Insatiable
In a group exhibition that touches on the kind of desire that is uncontrollable and impossible to satisfy, participating artists respond to their own personal urges that often put one in a dilemma or a difficult situation. Insatiable features Rene Bituin, Jobert Cruz, Arvin Santos, and Andre Baldovino, among others.
Runs until February 8 at White Walls Gallery, Warehouse 12A La Fuerza Plaza, 2241 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City. For more information, visit White Walls Gallery on Facebook.
He Measures Himself as Shadow Measures Sun
Singapore-trained visual artist Jem Magbanua continues a series of works that she started in 2019 in the solo presentation He Measures Himself as Shadow Measures Sun. Using a technique that combines digital and industrial processes, Magbanua renders works that respond and evolve around the idea and experience of time characterized by stillness.
Runs until February 18 at MONO8 Gallery, 306 Fox Square, 53 Connecticut Street, Greenhills, San Juan City. For more information, visit MONO8 Gallery on Facebook.
untitled (pink)
The set of paintings for MM Yu’s solo exhibition explores the kind of nuances articulated and evoked through the various shades of pink. She employs her abstraction in a landscape form with the use of acrylic paint on canvas, dripping down as if melting and gravitating towards the ground—a personal allusion to occurrences that are shifting upwards and downwards rather than remaining linear.
Runs until February 10 at Artinformal Gallery, The Alley at Karrivin, 2316 Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City. For more information, visit Artinformal Gallery on Facebook.
I WISH FOR PEACE
As the title of the exhibition suggests, Oca Villamael translates his yearning for peace symbolized by the use of birds as the central representation in his mixed media pieces comprised of silk and handmade paper. I WISH FOR PEACE also commemorates the struggles of Sadako Sasaki who survived the 1945 bombing in Hiroshima in Japan.
Runs until February 22 at MO_Space Gallery, 3/F MOs Design, 9th Avenue, Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. For more information, visit MO_Space Gallery on Facebook.
Oblivion
Vocalist Unique Salonga incorporates his music in an audio-visual experience for his show at Secret Fresh Gallery. In an Instagram post, he posts a teaser about Oblivion with an image that appears to be blank or empty, resonating absence and a state of being unaware and unconscious.
Runs until February 5 at Secret Fresh Gallery, G/F Ronac Art Center, Ortigas Avenue, Greenhills, San Juan City. For more information, visit Secret Fresh Gallery on Facebook.
Trepidation
Bembol dela Cruz reflects on the undesirable and discouraging effects of fear, both physical and psychological, in order to expose the underlying paradoxes in human existence. Trepidation is his own way of inquiring about mortality and the natural course of things, especially the living ones.
Runs until February 4 at the Finale Art File Gallery, Warehouse 17, La Fuerza Compound (Gate 1), 2241 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City. For more information, visit Finale Art File Gallery's website.
This Modern Love
Abstract artists pay homage to mid-century modern aesthetics, which widely encompass styles in architecture, interior, and graphic design. This Modern Love group exhibition features abstractionists Marlon Magbanua, Josep Pascual, Karl Lago, Bea Policarpio, Binong Javier, Fitz Herrera, and JJ Jarin.
Runs until February 4 at Space Encounters Gallery, Unit 7D, 7/F Padilla Building, F. Ortigas Jr. Road, Ortigas Center, Pasig City. For more information, visit Space Encounters Gallery on Facebook.
Disquietude
Bernardo Pacquing contemplates the opposite and consoling effects of art made during this horrific time in the pandemic. The monochromatic paintings in Disquietude examine the multiple meanings often associated with red and how it is perceived differently or even brings back a certain emotion.
Runs until February 12 at Silverlens Galleries, 2263 Don Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City. For more information, visit Silverlens Galleries on Facebook.
View Grinder
In View Grinder, Jayson Oliveria reimagines a supposedly humorous encounter from the book and collection of jokes titled "Man Walks into a Bar." His works convey hilarious and intelligent takes on very specific realities in everyday life that are often left unnoticed.
Runs until February 10 at the Artinformal Gallery, The Alley at Karrivin 2316 Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City. For more information, visit Artinformal Gallery on Facebook.
Mas Radikal ang Magmahal
More than 100 artists agreed to participte in this fundraising exhibit to support Leni Robredo's campaign for presidency. It follows the theme, "Mas Radikal ang Magmahal," which was also the vice president's battlecry amid the divisive political climate. Organized by Gigo Alampay of CANVAS, it features the latest works by National Artist Benedicto Cabrera, Roberto Alejandro, Jomike Tejido, Elmer Borlongan, and many more.
Mas Radikal ang Magmahal opens online on February 14 through www.radikal.ph.
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12:00Binondo, which is Manila's Chinatown, is known for its Chinese restaurants and food stalls. If you're looking to do something different on a weekend, why not go on a Binondo food trip? Here are our recommended food stops if you have a budget of P3,000 for two persons.
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03:53With the Philippines having several destinations for every type of traveler, we almost never run out of things to do and places to visit. But we're always bound by time and money, so we always have to make the most out of our travels. And that's what Spotted is for, to give you the best that our country has to offer, whether you only have 24 hours or even up to 72 hours.
As we end the year, we look back at the best places we visited in the Philippines: from the mountains up north to the beaches in the south. Come travel back in time with us! -
13:20San Juan in La Union is known as the Surfing Capital of the North. The surf town is most alive during the north swell, when consistent waves come in from October to April. But if you're not that much into this sport, there are still plenty of things to do in San Juan. We get up close and personal with the people who makes this surf town a top destination all year round as well as hidden gems worth visiting, including the sea turtle conservation Project CURMA, Hilom Farm, Clean Beach Coffee, Bebo's Bombay Burritos, and more.
We’re always on the lookout for something cool, somewhere to go, something to try, or someone to meet. If you’ve spotted any of these out there, send us a tip at [email protected]. -
04:39La Union is known for surfing, beautiful beaches, and the wonderful community that built itself upon the laid back lifestyle of the province. This and more of what La Union has to offer is personified by this inn that combines homey, and luxury. The Lark is a convenient and comfortable place to stay in your next trip to the surf capital of Northern Philippines.
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03:51Punta Bulata Resort and Spa is ultimate tropical getaway located in the picturesque town of Cauayan, on the enchanting southern coast of Negros Island. It boasts a white-sand beach stretching up to a kilometer along the serene shores of the Sulu Sea. Punta Bulata is about a three-hour drive from Bacolod City, Negros Occidental; and a gateway to Danjugan Island Marine Reserve and Sanctuary, which is a haven for marine enthusiasts and nature lovers.
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06:05Experience the heart and soul of Iloilo City in just 24 hours with our comprehensive travel guide. From the captivating heritage sites to the mouthwatering culinary delights, this is your passport to making the most of your day in this charming city.
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03:45Courtyard by Marriott, which is located right beside the Iloilo Convention Center, has spacious rooms and suites that are perfect for tourists and business travelers. The hotel is ideal homebase if you're exploring the rich culture of Iloilo, including the city's many restaurants, heritage sites, and beautiful churches.
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03:35Stonehill Suites, a city hotel in Bacolod, offers luxurious suites. The hotel stands out for its commitment to providing convenience and luxury to guests, offering services like airport pick-up and room service.
We’re always on the lookout for something cool, somewhere to go, something to try, or someone to meet. If you’ve spotted any of these out there, send us a tip at [email protected]. -
09:53Baguio is the summer capital of the Philippines, known for the culture, fresh harvests and the weather. We had 48 hours to explore so we made the most of it.
We’re always on the lookout for something cool, somewhere to go, something to try, or someone to meet. If you’ve spotted any of these out there, send us a tip at [email protected]. -
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We’re always on the lookout for something cool, somewhere to go, something to try, or someone to meet. If you’ve spotted any of these out there, send us a tip at [email protected].
