Art in the Park, the country’s favorite art day out, is set to take place on March 23 at Jaime Velasquez Park in Makati City. The event, which features 61 exhibitors from galleries, collectives, and independent art spaces, will benefit the Museum Foundation of the Philippines in support of its projects and programs for the National Museum of the Philippines and its network. The event will feature a P70,000 price cap on artworks, making it a haven for art lovers seeking exceptional value. The event is expected to attract art enthusiasts and casual park visitors.
This year’s exhibitors include Ang INK, Archivo 1984, Art for Space, ART LAB: Atelier Cesare & Jean Marie Syjuco, Art Toys PH, Art Underground, Art Verité Gallery, Artbeat Collective, Artery Art Space, Avellana Art Gallery, Boston Art Gallery, Cartellino Art, Cornerstone Pottery (EJ Espiritu), Cultural Center of the Philippines, De La Salle- College of Saint Benilde, FA Gallery, Fuse Projects, Galeria de las Islas, Galerie Anna, Galerie Artes, Galerie Stephanie, Gallery Genesis, ILCP Art Space, J Studio, Jon and Tessy Pettyjohn, KASIBULAN, Komiket, Kulay Art Group, Looking for Juan, M A G, METRO Gallery, MONO8, Nest, Nineveh Artspace, Orange Project, Pintô Art Museum and Arboretum, Qube Gallery, Resurrection Furniture, Savage Mind / Kamarin Art Space, Sheerjoy Collective, Sierra Madre Gallery, Space Encounters Gallery, Superduper Art Gallery, Talyer 15 Manila, The Authenticity Zero Collective, The Mighty Bhutens, The Photography Collective, The Print Outpost, The Thursday Group, Tin-Aw Art Projects, UP Artists’ Circle, UP College of Fine Arts, Urban Sketchers Manila, VeryGood Gallery, Village Art Gallery, Vinyl on Vinyl, White Walls Gallery, and Ysobel Art Gallery.
Just like in previous years, the fair organizers have hand-selected Filipino artists for this year’s special exhibits – one highlight of the annual fair. The featured artists for Art in the Park 2025 are multimedia visual artist TRNZ, contemporary mixed-media artist AR Manalo, and designer and artist Carlo Tanseco.
MANALOAR is a contemporary mixed-media artist. He brings into focus the individuals who form the backbone of our communities, including blue-collar workers, couriers, and street vendors, celebrating their presence and significance.
TRNZ (ti – ar – ɛn – zi) was introduced to art through locally dubbed Japanese animation airing daily on ‘90s television, influencing the graphic nature of his work. He is a visual artist with a penchant for misarrangement, repetition, and subtle anomalies, borrowing the meanings of the tangible and putting them in a place where they’re not supposed to be.
Joining the roster of featured artists for Art in the Park 2025 is visual artist and designer Carlo Tanseco, as he reintroduces a pivotal work from his critically acclaimed Rizal Matchbox series, marking the first time in two years that a piece from this collection has been exhibited. Tanseco will also offer several limited-edition giclée prints based on the work.
Beyond the art, and with a focus on creating a convenient and vibrant experience, Art in the Park will have a wide range of local food and beverage concessionaires. Whether you’re seeking a quick refreshment or a leisurely meal, you’ll find ample options to satisfy your cravings.
The vibe at Art in the Park is also enhanced by music from singer-songwriter duo Leanne and Naara, and an all vinyl DJ set by Mario Serrano of EST City. Soulful Mood will provide easy jazz music throughout the day.
Promising a relaxed and accessible environment for art appreciation, Art in the Park encourages all visitors to come and enjoy a day filled with art, creativity, and community. Art in the Park is free and open to the public.
BPI Credit Cardholders will enjoy special perks and privileges in this year’s edition of Art in the Park. For a minimum purchase of P3,000 at the fair, BPI Credit Cardholders can get up to 6 months of Real 0% interest through BPI’s Special Installment Plan (SIP). BPI also offers its cardholders a Buy-Now-Pay-3 Months Later option, with the first monthly amortization posting three months after the purchase date, and a 100% Bonus Madness Limit on installment purchases for qualified credit cardholders.
Art in the Park is organized by Philippine Art Events, Inc. for the benefit of the Museum Foundation of the Philippines, with support from Globe and Bank of the Philippine Islands, and with partners MACEA, Barangay Bel Air, and the Museum Foundation of the Philippines.
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