Come enjoy and be inspired by the masterpieces of our local artists at the SM City Baguio
BAGUIO CITY – Featuring the artistic brilliance of our local Cordilleran artists of the SM Art Market now still from July 31 – August 13, 2024) at Lower Ground, Atrium
Supported guests and partners who led the untying ribbon are Marc Jansen Pe – SM Prime Holdings Senior Assistant Vice President for Operations;, Executive Admin from the office of Mayor Benjamin Magalong Engr. Doy Tabilog;, Judge Ruth B. Bawayan – Presiding Judge of Branch 6, MTCC Baguio; Mr. Ed Canta – Head of Consular Office, DFA-Baguio; DTI-CAR RD Juliet Lucas; City Tourism Officer Engr. Alec Mapalo; Direk Ferdie Balanag – Founder and Director of Montañosa Film Festival, and Ms. Maricar Docyogen – President of Pasakalye Group of Artists.
Let us together to view enjoy and experience at least 400 works of art submitted for exhibition from more than a hundred participating artists representing local artists, from diverse backgrounds, showcasing talents from Baguio, Laguna, Pangasinan, and Abra including the gentil Roland Bay-an, and magnificent works of the Pasakalye Group of artists headed by Maricar Docyogen.
In an inspirational message of SM Prime Holdings AVP Marc Jansen Pe, “SM Art Market is a testament to the incredible talents of our artists- who. Their unique perspectives and boundless creativity, bring to life the beauty of our heritage. Their masterpieces, connect us to our past, enrich our present, and inspire our future and generations to come.
“As you explore the SM Art Market, we encourage you to immerse yourself in the intricate details, the vibrant colors, and the profound meanings behind each piece. Connect with the artists, learn their stories, and see the world through their eyes,”
“Thank you for joining us in celebrating the essence of Cordilleran artistry, Together with SM, our support and appreciation for our local artists will continue as we aim to consistently provide opportunities for the creative community of Baguio and the Cordilleras,”
Judge Bawayan also inspired by the artworks of the artist, she said, “First, there is the subject matter itself like you I have quite an interest admittedly in the pleasure, promulgation, and passion that arts bring, arts pick our wondering interest.
“We are here primarily to view enjoy and experience at least 400 works of art submitted for exhibition from more than a hundred participating artists representing local artists, from diverse backgrounds, showcasing talents from Baguio, Laguna, Pangasinan, and Abra including the gentil Roland Bay-an, and magnificent works of the Pasakalye Group of artists headed by Maricar Docyogen.
“Finally, we have an engaged and empowered community these wonderful of artworks and our local artists will not expand pride and grow without support appreciation, and acknowledgment in the barangays.
“Thank you, SM for partnering with Pasakalye to bring art and art appreciation accessible and affordable to a community.
“As a survey, the 400 works of art by more than 100 participating artists in this SM Art Market which is run at least two weeks here in SM Baguio and thankfully to be followed in the others 13 SM Malls located all over the Philippines, I trust that you will be able find yourself empowered, motivated inspire to do what you need to do for yourself, your families, your communities and our Philippines.
After all, any form of art is a form of power it has an impact it can affect change it makes a smooth so, I appreciate these genuine works of art in this loveable SM Art Market, Mabuhay ang Sining Filipino,” # Photo by: Mario Oclaman // Filipino News Sentinel
