Ayala Land’s ‘10 Days of Art: Art Walk’

Derek Tumala’s ‘A Warm Orange-Colored Liquid.’

Real estate developer Ayala Land celebrates the best of Filipino contemporary arts with thought-provoking art installations throughout Makati’s central business district.

Welcome the National Arts Month by delving into the participating artists’ imaginative worlds. Take part in the country’s first ever immersive walking art tour “10 Days of Art: Art Walk” from 9 to 18 February and see magnificent public art installations, free exhibits and more all around Makati City.

Among the highlights to be held at The Link, Makati, is Derek Tumala’s A Warm Orange Coloured Liquid, a recreation of the Sun using recycled materials, echoing ecological consciousness.

Experience Isaiah Cacnio’s Prismatic Embrace, a captivating video projection symbolizing spiritual transformation through vibrant colors reminiscent of stained glass.

Visit Samsung Performing Arts Theater for Art House’s exhibit showcasing works by local and international artists.

Other public art pieces to be found are OffTheWallManila-Paris Connexions at One Ayala Terminal, The Course of the Sun (2023) at 2/F One Ayala Concourse, Digital Photo Exhibit by Trish Shishikura at Japan Town, Glorietta, I Teach My Child By Gemino Abad as interpreted by Emmnauel Garibay at Ayala Museum, Fotomoto Print Exhibit at Greenbelt 5, Fotomoto Digital Photo Exhibit at Legazpi Underpass, Paperclip by Arturo Luz at Tower One and Exchange Plaza, Ayala Triangle Gardens, Sculptures (Faith, Entry, Wish Stone, The Mangrove — Nature’s Embrace) by Impy Pilapil at Washington Sycip Park, !Exclaim at Ayala North Exchange, Elemento by Art House and Search Mindscape Foundation at 2/F Samsung Performing Arts Theater and Elemental by Leeroy New at Ayala Malls Circuit.

‘ELEMENTO’ by Leeroy New. | PHOTOGRAPHS BY PAULINE PASCUAL FOR THE DAILY TRIBUNE

Engage with art, culture

Enjoy live music, ambient lounges and engaging activities during Art In The Open at Greenbelt, Glorietta, and Ayala Malls Circuit. Tune in to State of the Arts podcasts for insightful discussions with Congressman Christopher De Venecia and Filipino creatives.

Gastronomic delights

Indulge in happy hour specials and Art Fair promotions at select restaurants in Greenbelt, Ayala Triangle Gardens, Glorietta, and Ayala Malls Circuit. Plus, enjoy complimentary drinks at night cap events in Glorietta and Ayala Malls Circuit.

Exhibits and activities will run until the 28 February.

Tim Yap; Trickie Lopa, co-founder of Art Fair; Ichi Yabut, head of International Relations at Makati City Government; Lisa Periquet, co-founder of Art Fair; Hon. Luis Campos, second district representative, Congressman of Makati; Ayni Nuyda and Carlo Pineda, Art House; Illac Diaz, founder of Liter of Light; Robert Lao, senior vice president and group head, Ayala Land Estates; Dindin Araneta, co-founder of Art Fair; Isaiah Cacnio, artist behind ‘Prismatic Embrace.’ | PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF MAKE IT MAKATI

For the complete list of attractions and activities, visit fb.me/e/4TPCD1yiw or www.10DaysOfArt.com.

10 Days of Art: Art Walk is made possible by Ayala Land, Make It Makati, Circuit Makati, Ayala Malls and Art Fair Philippines.