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Grace Villamil’s intimate mementos of her travels to the Philippines in ‘Pasalubong’
By Amanda Schmitt “Pasalubong” is an intimate photo book by Grace Villamil, including images and drawings created during her first experiences in the Philippines. The book is both a reflection and a meditation on her personal relationship with the country. Pasalubong is a Tagalog word (the national language of the Philippines) for the gift you […]
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Mideo Cruz talks post-‘Poleteismo’ and the concept of visual trauma
By Cristina DC Pastor Mideo Cruz’s hair was tussled, his face sleepy as he shuffled around a Manhattan apartment in his flip flops while his wife prepared food for a small party of eight they were hosting that night. He slumped on a chair, his posture wrinkling his shirt but not the bold words printed […]
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Investors, advocates pledge support for production of ‘Noli’ opera
By Randy Gener The opera “Noli Me Tangere” has edged one step closer to the American mainstream with organizers and advocates of the arts in the pledging to do their part to invest funds and raise public awareness for its highly anticipated New York premiere. “Lovers of Philippine culture would have heard of Rizal’s classic […]
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The ethnic weaves of Jane Arrieta Ebarle
By Barbara Mae Dacanay Artist Jane Arrieta Ebarle uses images identified with progressive women: ethnic figuration and weaves, but her visual concoctions are enlivened with abstract-expressionism making her paintings original and authentic. Her latest collection of “Hibla” (Weaves) will be on exhibit at the Philippine Center from March 17 to 25, her sixth solo show. […]
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Filmmakers explore Philippine street art
Although most street art is a legitimate form of expression, it is often labeled as vandalism. Guided by this philosophy, two filmmakers set out to explore street art in the Philippines, examine its development and celebrate its potential as a popular form of visual art among young Filipinos. “Street art allows artists’ voices, and the […]
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Artists celebrate Nicanor Abelardo’s legacy in new album
In celebration of Filipino composer Nicanor Abelardo’s 120th birth year, a group of classically trained musical artists are set to release an album immortalizing fresh renditions from some of his popular and rarely performed works. “The Songs of Nicanor Abelardo” will feature his compositions as interpreted by baritone Joseph Legaspi, tenor William Lim, soprano Katrina […]
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‘Noli’ opera to take Manhattan
By Randy Gener A landmark opera based on the great novel by the Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, will be staged in full orchestral splendor for the first time in the East Coast. At a January 31 town hall hosted by the Philippine Center, a committee led by philanthropist Loida Nicolas Lewis and Consul […]
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Art without boundaries: Lynda Reyes’s white walls
Los Angeles artist Lynda Reyes has been chosen to exhibit at the ‘Bound:’ Women’s Caucus for the Art Juried Exhibit in New York. The exhibit is being held at the Phoenix Gallery on Eleventh Avenue until February 23rd. Reyes said her oil painting “White Walls” was chosen for the group show. Juried by Cora Rosevear, […]
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Snap a winning Filipino smile
The “Smiles for the World: a Filipino Photo Essay Contest for Calidad Humana” is accepting submissions, announced Deputy Consul General Theresa Dizon-de Vega. The contest is open to all Filipino citizens regardless of age, place of residence and occupation. The February deadline has been extended to April 30, 2013. The contest is intended to showcase […]