The country"s national art fair proudly announces its milestone 15th year with the theme "A New Contemporary.” This marks the culmination of a series of themes that ManilART explored over the most recent years, emphasizing the legacy and tradition of Philippine art, while embracing new perspectives and the incorporation of new media.
Leading up to this milestone and beyond
In 2020, the art fair faced the year"s unprecedented challenges head-on with the theme 2020Vision for a Future Reimagined, ready to take on the country"s evolving artistic landscape. In2021, Continuing Legacies highlighted the art fair"s journey as a platform for the arts, celebrating tried and tested methods and paying homage to the artists behind its success. And in 2022, Forging Futures captured the spirit of progress as the fair began to navigate a post-pandemic world, ushering in a new era of artistic exploration.
This year signals "A New Contemporary" as ManilART continues its commitment to excellence, built upon each iteration of its evolving journey–bridging traditional and contemporary, providing a space for an ever-expanding spectrum of old and new media expression in the visual arts.
From functional to phygital: offerings at ManilART"23
At ManilART'23, there"s surely something for everyone. The art fair shall showcase a diverserange of exhibits, featuring both traditional and interdisciplinary expressions. Attendees can explore captivating canvas-based and sculptural works, as well as delve into the world of
functional and technology-based art. The fair also embraces various media, including automotive art and design, digital art, sound art, and emerging forms like non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and phygital media.
ManilART also returns as a festival and fellowship for all art lovers via the grand gala opening, as well as VIP vernissage, artist night and various planned social and artistic engagements for collectors, artists and art aficionados. The milestone 15th year also celebrates the fair"s
uninterrupted annual staging and having come out more responsive to the times.
A new art world of interconnectivity
Having gone through the crucible of global challenge, ManilART"23 retains the gains of being thrust onto the online sphere and continues to develop its online viewing platform and portals. These digital spaces allow for simultaneous, multi-location and satellite exhibitions, offering a larger showcase that brings art to wider audiences, allowing them to engage with art from the comfort of their own spaces.
ManilART"23 shall continue to partner with satellite exhibitions around the country as well as expand its onsite offering through collaborations. In the lineup include projects with Museo Orlina, The Estate, Silangan Art Fair, Barasoain Church and the Manila Clock Tower.
As the flagship project for Museums and Galleries Month of the National Commission on Culture and the Arts, ManilART"23 continues to abide by its mandate to strengthen creative economy and promote Philippine visual artistry through supporting art galleries, museums, and associated institutions.
Elevate Your Experience at ManilART 23’s Estate Lounge
Step into a realm of sophistication and luxury at the fair’s Estate Lounge, proudly presented by The Estate Makati. This premium offering by SM Development Corporation defines modern luxury nestled at the heart of Makati’s Central Business District. After a long day of strolling through the art fair, you can look forward to unwinding in the most elegant manner, courtesy of The Estate’s touch of refinement and sophistication.
Soak in the sights and spirits at the Estate Lounge’s sculpture wine fountain – a masterpiece by none other than Ramon Orlina, making its grand return after years to claim its place as the centerpiece. This elegant experience is supported by Novellino wines.
Tradition Meets Innovation with Our Partners
ManilART’23 takes center stage as the flagship project of the Museums and Galleries Month, a tradition proudly upheld for fifteen years to the day. This legacy marries artistic heritage with the forward-looking spirit of the New Contemporary.
Among its esteemed partners, you’ll find the Museo Orlina, Galerie Du Soleil, Manila Clock Tower, Barásoain Church, and Loyola Retreat House, each hosting satellite exhibits. From the iconic Museo Orlina in Tagaytay to historical treasures like the Clock Tower and Church Museum, there’s a place for every art enthusiast within the embrace of this new contemporary movement.
This year"s participating exhibitors are OMV Art Gallery, Galleria Nicolas, M Gallery MNL,Ysobel Art Gallery, AT Art Gallery, Renaissance Art Gallery, The Artologist Gallery, Art for Space Gallery PH, Gallery du Soleil MNL, Portrait Artists’ Society of the Philippines, Inc., Galerie Raphael, Gallery Nine, Annual Sculpture Review, Espacio Manila, Artes Orientes, Historia Arts, 371 Art Space, Village Art Gallery, Drybrush Gallery, Art Circle Gallery, Rayos Del Sol Gallery, Art/Space* Galeria Bañez, NAMI Art Gallery, Galerie Artes, G9Online, Daloy Likha Art Gallery, Artalyer Art Gallery, and Visual Central Art Gallery.
ManilART"23 will be held from from October 11 to 15, 2023 at the SMX Aura ConventionCenter, Taguig City.
ManilART"23 is supported by The Estate Makati, SMDC, National Commission for Culture and the Arts, Museums and Galleries Month, BAGO, SMX Convention Center Aura, Ladder Productions, Museo Orlina, Novellino Wines, Grentek Solutions Inc., Vision, Think Big Taguig, I Love Taguig, SM Aura Premier, Future Studios, Phoundry, BDO Credit Cards, Ticketbooth.ph, Giffard, Via Mare, Sebastiao Cocktails, ANC, Daloy Likha, Cebu Daily News, Inquirer.net, Preen.ph, Inquirer POP!, Be An Inquirer, Scout, nolisoli.ph, The Manila Times, WhenInManila.com., SMNI Channel, DZAR 1026, Metro Style, People"s Journal,FrontpagePH, Klik.PH, Experience Travel & Living, & Pilipino Mirror. by Rissa Coronel
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