In celebration of the National Arts Month (NAM), Shangri-La Plaza is showcasing major exhibitions organized by respected galleries.
Following the success of “Quartet IV: Art at the Frontline,” a group exhibit by The Artologist gallery, is the International Contemporary Art Fest, happening until today at the Midlevel Atrium. Organized by Galerie Stephanie — known for bridging international and local art through artist residencies and art fair participations — this annual art fest celebrates the diversification and growth of international artists in the Philippines, featuring works from Asia, Middle East, USA, Canada and Europe.
For 2021, this highly anticipated group show at the Shang brings together 27 artists from 14 countries. They are Renz Baluyot, Edrick Daniel, Vincent de Pio, Alexander Calceta, Anton del Castillo, Aileen Lanuza, Shannah Orencio, Gabby Prado, Reybert Ramos and Juan Sajid from the Philippines; Roby Dwi Antono, Imam Santoso and Anton Subiyanto from Indonesia; Chayanin Kwangkaew from Thailand; Liew Mei Toong from Malaysia; Akira Miyamoto, Hideo Tanaka, Atsuko Yamagata, and Keiko Yokoyama from Japan; Noor Bahjat from Syria; Dan Barry from the United States, Julie Liger Belair and Meghan Hilderbrand from Canada; Cristina Gamon from Spain; Nunzio Paci from Italy; and Ciane Xavie from Brazil.
Shang’s final contribution to NAM is “The Art of Healing, Resilience, and Resistance,” which will be presented by Art Circle Gallery from February 24 to 28 at the Grand Atrium.
This art exhibit is in celebration of Art Circle Gallery’s 30th anniversary and brings together accomplished Filipino contemporary artists, whose work reflect on the pandemic. Among the artists included in the show are Tish Alcantara, Jefferson “Love” Bagacina, Eberle Catampongan, Lemuel Cunanan, Anton Mahilum, Chris Pizarro, Roderick Sta. Ana, and Teody Racuya.
This exhibition features pieces that showcase landscapes of healing, and portraits and figures as acts of resistance. It is divided into two parts, the first focuses on The Art of Healing while the second is about The Art of Resilience and Resistance. It also tackles isolation, mental health, and personal struggles and hopes amid a crisis. Part of the proceeds from this exhibition will be donated to the family of the artists who passed away during the pandemic.
With these art exhibits, the Shang community gets to experience the power of the art in giving joy and relief, encouraging introspection, and inspiring people into action.