Ysobel Art Gallery is among the cluster of art galleries found on the second floor of Serendra…read more They're home to contemporary art from masters and emerging artists from the local art scene. It is a very small gallery and you can view all the pieces in one go. You could just stay in the middle of the gallery and you'll see everything. Currently on exhibit is Ronante Maratas' first solo show entitled Fragile Bones. The show had its run until today, June 1st. Depending on where you go up the escalator at Serendra, don't miss out this gallery. It may be small but it packs a lot of content. They really love colorful contemporary art! And they do shows, too, and join art fairs.

I just recently discovered the Gateway Gallery the other day and it was such a great surprise that…read moreI did! On the 5th floor of the new wing of Gateway Mall is a topiary garden and a huge gallery, I'm here so often I didn't know it existed! The gallery is now home to "Sining Saysay," a great exhibit of mural sized paintings about the Heritage of the Filipino People. Created by some very talented artists from UP Fine Arts, not just the size but the craftsmanship in each artwork will leave you in awe! A favorite of mine was the first one on the left, a creative expression of how our first ancestors documented daily life and stories. I also fell in love with the third one, I was so amazed how I felt so much movement in a still painting! The gallery is free, so there's no excuse not to come by! Also, May is Heritage Month, take the time to get a little cultured!

Such a cool gallery! I normally just pass through Gateway mall when needing to transfer from the…read moreLRT to the MRT and never knew about this place until a friend mentioned it. Their current exhibit "Sining Saysay" is super engaging, with thoughtful and informative captions to accompany these huge murals that depict the history of the Philippines. I love that entrance is free and open to the public, it's a great space to be able to reflect and enjoy some amazing art. Will definitely be keeping an eye out for for their next exhibit!

I've only been to two shows here, and both were fantastic enough for me to say that this place is…read moreone of my favorite galleries here in the metro. I love the whole layout and interiors of this gallery. The interiors are like that of a stylish loft--high ceilings, minimalist, white, and beautiful glass windows. And I love galleries that allow you to move freely. Even if you have group shows here, you don't feel overwhelmed by all these different things to see as their space has some partitions that allow the pieces to have room to breathe. During the times that I've gone both were group shows (and very well curated ones, too). If you're a fan of contemporary art, this is one of the places I will highly recommend that you go to. It's a bit far off if you're used to going to exhibits around Makati, but I still think it's a great location as it's in Katipunan, an area that generally offers a lot of possible things to do after the exhibit as well (Hint: Route 196 is close by if you want to catch a gig after).

We visited this 3D art gallery last Oct. 25. For only 150 pesos you can visit the place and be…read moreamazed with their arts. It is located at Level 4 Market Market, just beside the cellphone shops. It's open from 10:00 AM till 9:00 PM. I suggest that you go there early so there won't be lots of visitors. If you're visiting alone, the staff are very accommodating and they would love to help you take your photos. The gallery is suitable for children, but I'm not sure with toddlers. Mine is 2 years old and he was running all around the gallery. Good thing the staff were nice! If you have lots of stuff with you, you can just leave it at their reception so you can enjoy having your photos taken without the luggage. If you're in Market Market, why not visit Miracle Art and let us know what you think!

On a visit to Ronac Art Center to watch a friend's basketball game, I passed by Secret Fresh…read moreGallery and saw the interesting window display. Even from the outside, I already saw the interesting artworks displayed. I got curious and went inside. There were several artists on display with works in forms of paintings and sculptures. Looking further, I also saw that they were selling art toys also from various brands like Kid Robot, Bearbrick, Ouamou Toys, and other quirky art items. Going in further, I also saw that they also sell apparel and accessories from Obey, Love Army, and even Grosby Shoes! How old-school-cool is that, huh? Because I was still curious and a staff of the store invited me, I headed to the second floor where there were even more artworks and toys available. It's like being in an adult toy store! As soon as I seal a good deal and have extra dough, I'm pretty sure I'm heading back to Secret Fresh and cop a few toys to reward the crazy little art-loving girl in me.

A good friend of mine interns in this art gallery and she was the one who actually introduced this…read moreplace to me! Ever since, I've always been going here for their monthly art exhibits. There's always something different going on here every time I pay a visit. The artists exhibit their art work as solo or collaborations. I'm not just talking about paintings and mixed media but even designer toys! This isn't your typical art gallery because every time an artist would feature their art work, there would always be some kind of out-of-this-world "gimmick" they would come up with! It's more than art appreciation but entertainment as well! It's also surprising that the art works are selling like pancakes and all sold out in just one night sometimes. What I like most about this place is there's already a tight-knit community and is most seen during their events which I really do appreciate!

Art Verite prides itself with providing a home to Filipino contemporary and modern art. They have a…read morepool of established artists and art collection but they seek out talents who are of a different mold. What sets them apart from the other galleries in Serendra is that it has artworks that show the realities of the Filipino way of life. May it be in the cities or provinces. Most of which are brimming with colour! When I went there to visit them last Sunday, I got the chance to talk to their gallery assistant, Ina. She asked me about what I do. I told her that I film and photograph. She told me to send my work to them and they'll review it. As long as it fits their aesthetics, they will hang one or two of my works in their gallery. It's nice to know that they're very supportive of young artists. If you're an artist who wants to showcase his or her talents in their gallery, try your luck! It wouldn't hurt. However, if you do decide to submit photos of your artwork today, you might have to wait for it to be shown next year if it's approved. Ina told me that they're already fully-booked until the end of this year. BUT. STILL. Try. It. Out. One of Art Verite's aims is to promote art appreciation. My visit to their gallery has inspired me to think of something that I could submit already. Ohhh. The ideas keep coming in!

The combo breaker from the line of contemporary and abstract art galleries in the second floor of…read moreThe Shops, Serendra is Galeriá Lienzo. The gallery showcases art work by the masters. With its gray walls and how each artwork was lit, you'll feel compelled to really look at a piece and admire it. Jun Martinez was the artist featured in their gallery when I went to visit a week ago. It was very timely with the summer season because Jun Martinez is known for painting summer scenes with children and women. He also is proud of his Negrense heritage. What worked well with how the gallery was lit was the style that he uses with his painting. He likes to use light and shadows and manages a way to create mystery and clarity. It's something that you have to see for yourself!

I like being surprised by a place that I thought I was familiar with. All these years and I thought…read morethe area of MoDesign and BoConcept was just floors upon floors of really well-crafted modern furniture. I recently found out that on the third floor of their building, a small space called Mo_Space was there specifically for the art enthusiast. The place is just really small, I bet it's just around 10 x 20 feet. I'm not good at estimating so bear with me. When I decided to drop by today, I chanced upon seeing the many sketches of Kawayan de Guia which was entitled as Bezoar (Non-Linear Drawings). Today was the last day so I was glad that I was able to see how some of the details of her art process. It is, after all, a fundamental skill that most artists have to at least have an idea on. I look forward to seeing more artists from their roster exhibit here. They're open until 8:00 in the evening, so when you feel like you need a dose of inspiration or insight after work, this would be a great place for that especially if you just work around BGC.

Fort Bonifacio is known primarily for its dining, retail, nightlife and residential locations, but…read moreone thing that people hardly ever notice about it is that it actually houses a beautiful art gallery in the form of Mo_Space Gallery. Located just above BoConcept, Mo_Space is an artist-owned, non-profit gallery. Most of the artists that exhibit at Mo_Space are known for their edgy, contemporary take on modern art. Big names such as Kawayan de Guia, Catalina Africa, Jeona Zoleta, Kiri Dalena and Fernando Modesto have exhibited their works at Mo_Space, whose advocacy encourages artists to freely create art, instead of doing it for the money. I love Mo_Space's location because it affords one a fairly comprehensive view of Bonifacio High Street, giving you the feeling of being 'above it all,' while still being fully immersed in the dynamic energy of Fort Bonifacio. The well-curated exhibits at Mo_Space make it a must-visit location when you are in the area, regardless of whether or not you are there at an exhibit launch.