The Philippine art scene is experiencing a surge of activity both domestically and internationally this April. Highlights include major presentations at Art Basel Hong Kong by The Drawing Room and 10 Chancery Lane Gallery, featuring artists like Mark Justiniani, Cian Dayrit, and Josephine Turalba. Locally, significant exhibitions are opening across Metro Manila, ranging from Geloy Concepcion’s social media-driven photography project at the Ateneo Art Gallery to a rebellious group show curated by Pow Martinez at Modeka Art.
This period of intense exhibition activity underscores the growing global footprint of Filipino contemporary art and the vitality of the local gallery ecosystem. By bridging digital archives with institutional spaces and exploring themes of geopolitical power, migration, and counter-culture, these shows reflect how Philippine artists are navigating complex social realities while pushing the boundaries of traditional media like photography, painting, and steel sculpture.