Art Fair Philippines 2025, happening from February 21 to 23, promises a refreshing experience for art enthusiasts and collectors with a new venue and a diverse selection of exhibitions and programs.
LARRY’S LIST is excited to be one of the official media partners of Art Fair Philippines 2025 and participating in the panel discussion “From Collecting to Building Bridges: A Journey in Art” on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Speakers are Ning Chong, art advisor and the co-founder of Family Office for the Art (FOFA) and The Culture Story (TCS) based in Singapore, and Christoph Noe, co-founder of LARRY’S LIST. Together, they reflect on their unique career paths, their shared passion for connecting people through art, and their ongoing commitment to shaping the industry with insight and purpose.
In addition to this, LARRY’S LIST highlights why this year’s Art Fair Philippines deserves your attention:
A Stunning New Venue
This year, the fair moves to the scenic and dynamic Ayala Triangle Gardens, transforming this urban oasis into a dynamic art hub from February 21 to 23. The new location offers a more expansive and immersive setting for art appreciation and underscores the fair’s commitment to developing the audiences for Philippine modern and contemporary art, and its mission to make art more accessible and engaging for all.
A Diverse Array of Galleries
Art Fair Philippines 2025 features an impressive lineup of exhibitors from the Philippines as well as renowned galleries from Austria, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, and Spain, showcasing curated works from local and international artists.
Innovative Special Projects
ArtFairPH/Projects, presented by BPI, features celebrated contemporary artists like Manny Garibay, Manuel Ocampo, Goldie Poblador, Ryan Rubio, and Jezzel Wee, while a special collaboration with Spanish collective SpY Studio brings fresh perspectives on artistic innovation. The ArtFairPH/Digitalsection, presented by Globe, highlights AI-driven, virtual reality, and metaverse-inspired works, featuring cutting-edge artists like Chia Amisola and Isaiah Cacnio.
An Exciting Film Program
The ArtFairPH/Film section will feature “Kono Basho” by J Pacena, an intimate story of cultural identity, as its headlining film, alongside “The F.A.T. Boys : Each One Teach One”, which explores environmental conservation in the Philippines and features Toby Tamayo’s inspiring reforestation work. Film screenings will take place at The Executive Center in Tower 2, within Ayala Triangle.
Thought-Provoking Talks and Learning Opportunities
ArtFairPH/Talks, in collaboration with the Ateneo Art Gallery and Museum Foundation of the Philippines, offers insightful discussions on art collecting, digital art, and contemporary art programming. A special session with LARRY’S LIST, as illustrated above, will explore the evolving art collecting landscape.
A New Residency Program for Artists
The ArtFairPH/Residencies Curator’s Grant Program aims to introduce international curators to the Philippine art scene, fostering global collaboration and artistic exchange.
10 Days of Art – A City-Wide Celebration
Beyond the fair’s main event, 10 Days of Art transforms Makati into a sprawling art experience with public installations such as Briccio Santos’ sculptures at Legazpi Park, Kim Borja’s experiential piece at Glorietta, and JEFRË’s Talking Heads at Circuit Makati. Neal Oshima and Fotomoto will turn the Legazpi Underpass and Greenbelt 3 Sunken Park into open-air galleries.
Tickets are available at www.artfairphilippines.com and at the fair’s reception from February 21 to 23. The event is co-presented by AyalaLand, BPI, and Globe, with special sponsorship from Don Papa Rum, AyalaLand Premier, and The Embassy of Spain. Fairmont Raffles Makati and SEDA serve as official hotel partners, offering exclusive accommodations for fairgoers.
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