Calling All Female Artists! Sining Filipina is Back
Brush up your creativity and champion sustainability as Sining Filipina 2025 invites women artists to shape the future of art and advocacy with the theme "Her Earth, Her Future."
Words Mika Reyes
Photos courtesy of SM Supermalls
January 10, 2025
The spotlight is once again on Filipina creativity as Sining Filipina 2025, the Philippines’ premier nationwide, all-women art competition, opens its call for entries. With a compelling theme—“Her Earth, Her Future”—this year’s edition invites women artists to use their talent to interpret the vital role of women in sustainability.
Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned creative, this is your chance to make your mark, express your vision, and contribute to an artistic movement that champions empowerment and sustainability.
Art as Advocacy
Sining Filipina is all about using creativity to spark social change using the unique perspectives of female artists. Presented by SM Supermalls and Chinabank, with the support of Airspeed and in collaboration with the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs, the competition serves as a platform for women to amplify their voices through their craft.
By centering on sustainability, “Her Earth, Her Future” emphasizes the interconnectedness of women and the environment. Artists are encouraged to weave narratives that highlight resilience, innovation, and the crucial role women play in shaping a greener tomorrow.
The Legacy of Excellence
Last year’s inaugural competition set the bar high. Negros Occidental’s Hanna Joy Sayam captivated judges with her award-winning figurative painting, “Pira-pirasong Tela ng mga Marias,” a tribute to the enduring strength of Filipina women. Similarly, Maria Gemma San Jose from Ilocos Norte earned top honors in the non-figurative category with “Layers of Experience,” a textured exploration of identity and history.
The 2025 edition is poised to uncover more groundbreaking works that merge artistry with advocacy.
How to Join
Are you ready to share your vision? Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility: Open to all women artists in the Philippines.
Submission Details: Participants may submit original paintings in oil, acrylic, or mixed media. Artwork sizes should be 2ft by 3ft or 3ft by 3ft.
Deadline: All entries must be submitted by February 13, 2025.
How to Apply: Starting January 3, 2025, email [email protected] or follow the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs on social media to receive the official entry form and further guidelines.
Be Part of a Movement
More than a competition, Sining Filipina is a celebration of women’s ability to inspire, innovate, and lead. It highlights SM Supermalls’ dedication to supporting women’s empowerment while championing local artistry.
So, to all aspiring and established artists, this is your moment to turn your vision into a masterpiece, your creativity into advocacy. Don’t miss the chance to be part of Sining Filipina 2025.
For updates, follow @SMSupermalls and the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs on social media. Together, let’s paint a future that’s bold, sustainable, and uniquely Filipina.
