Philippine art’s titans and up-and-coming
artists are coming together for one of the most anticipated art events of the
year - the Gateway Art Fair!
The event, which is set for a spectacular
return this September 26 to 29 at the Quantum Skyview of the New Gateway Mall 2
in Araneta City, promises to be the largest iteration of the Gateway Art Fair
yet!
The third edition of the fair will feature 30
exhibitors and over 1,000 artworks, highlighting the rich artistry of Filipinos
from all over the country. Organized by the Gateway Gallery under the J. Amado
Araneta Foundation (JAAF), this year’s Gateway Art Fair, with the theme “Live
Your Art,” invites both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts to immerse
themselves in the talent and perspectives of Filipino artists.
“Art lovers everywhere will surely be
delighted by what’s in store at this year’s Gateway Art Fair,” Diane Romero,
JAAF Executive Director said. “With a thousand artworks and 30 exhibitors
participating in this Fair, we’re sure that whatever art piece you’re in search
of, you’ll find it here.”
This year, the Gateway Art Fair will be a
place to see not only some of the best and the brightest Filipino artists but
will also showcase works and advocacies from various galleries and art
collectives. Among those who would showcase their works is National Artist for
Music, Ryan Cayabyab. Some of the most phenomenal female artists today, such as
sculptor Jenny Cortes and watercolorist Pinky Peralta, will also be presenting
at the fair. Another distinguished artist, Yannie Rumbaoa, renowned sculptor
and long-time coin designer of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), will present
a solo exhibit during the fair.
Regional diversity and artistry will also take
center stage at the Gateway Art Fair, as groups like La Herencia Davao, Vice Versa Artist Group from Lucban, Quezon, and
Good Days Art Gallery from Pagbilao, Quezon will also take part. Other notable
participants include the art school Atelier de Legaspi, and the Quezon
City-based youth performing group—the QC Performing Arts Development Foundation.
In addition to the main exhibits, the fair
will host daily side events at the Ibis Styles Manila Araneta City from
September 27 to 29, from 1 to 5 PM. Watch out for the final schedule of art
events on Gateway Gallery’s social media pages.
Another unique feature of this year's Gateway
Art Fair is its commitment to empower artists through a zero-commission setup,
ensuring that every artist receives the full proceeds from the sales of their
works. This year, Gateway Art Fair partners with BPI through TicketNet to offer
installment plans for buyers, making art more accessible to a broader audience.
Aside from celebrating Filipino art, Gateway
Art Fair is an annual vehicle to support the public cultural programs of
Gateway Gallery, the art museum of Araneta City.
“By attending this art event, our patrons are
not just enjoying or purchasing beautiful pieces of art, but they are also
contributing to meaningful cultural development efforts led by JAAF,” Romero
explained.
For more information about the Gateway Art
Fair, please contact Gari Apolonio at gatewaygallery@aranetagroup.com.
You may also visit the GAF website at https://gaf.jamadoaranetafoundation.org/
and follow their social media accounts on Facebook,
Instagram,
and X
(formerly Twitter).
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