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Continuing Traditions Born in Abandoned Villages
Plumbing her own history as well as that of the village she grew up in, Andreea Medar builds on the themes of tradition, its decay, and our relationship with preserving it in her latest work, which was on display at Art Fair Philippines 2024.
The Trees Say Hello
If Trees Could Talk International Art Biennale is envisioned as an opportunity for us to be one with nature.
Should We Still Write “Female” Before “Artist”?
ALT Conversations with Catalina Africa, Celine Lee, Kat Medina, Lesley-Anne Cao, Lena Cobangbang, and Nice Buenaventura.
Threads of Place and Memory
In the intricate world of textile art, Nicole Tee’s work emerges as a poignant exploration of memory, place, and the tactile legacy of sewing.
Ride Like the Wind
What do Ely Buendia, Jay Taruc, Andrew de Castro, Jamie Wilson, and Troy Alberto have in common?
Art Titans Dominate Artworks Sold Globally, Women Artists Rise, and Southeast Asian Artists Shine in 2023
The art world witnessed significant shifts and achievements in 2023, with the continued dominance of established titans like Picasso, Dali, and Warhol alongside notable advancements in the representation and recognition of women artists
Labor of Love
Krizel Hidalgo, aka Tita Keks, has been practicing the demanding art of sign painting for nearly six years. Today, she’s redefining her relationship with the craft, come joy and burnout.
UMI Takes Manila By Storm with Her New Album
Blending captivating beats with zen vibes, UMI's Talking To The Wind tour in Manila ignites the stage with her chart-topping hits and a VIP Meditation Experience unlike any other
Rabiya Mateo: More Than Just a Queen
Rabiya Mateo, crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2020, transforms into a living canvas for Glenn Bautista's art on her inaugural magazine cover, embodying empowerment and resilience beyond the crown
Glenn Bautista: An Exception to the Rule
Constant experimentation, restless exploration, and unending reinvention describe the late maverick artist—whose life and work are retold in a book that preserves his legacy.