Gallery News: ‘Da Vinci – The Genius’ at The Mind Museum

MANILA, Philippines - “Da Vinci – The Genius,” the most comprehensive exploration of Leonardo da Vinci’s work, finds its way to The Mind Museum in a traveling exhibition created by Grande Exhibitions Australia. Created with the assistance of Leonardo da Vinci experts in Italy and France and crafted by Italian artisans, only “Da Vinci – The Genius” has been in the most prestigious museums in 51 cities all over the world.

The exhibit features over 200 pieces of Leonardo da Vinci’s extraordinary works from paintings, war machines, flying machines, to his codices, leaving one inspired and in awe of what one human being can do with the power of his mind. The interactive experience will immerse guests in Da Vinci’s timeless brilliance through full-scale interpretations of the mastermind’s inventions and unparalleled studies of his iconic art. The exhibition features 13 compelling themed areas of Da Vinci’s work.

“Da Vinci – The Genius” is open on Tuesdays thru Sundays at The Mind Museum and runs until Nov. 30. For information, visit www.themindmuseum.org.

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Raquepo, Compra and Tetangco at Now Gallery

Three young artists of varied persuasion and artistic directions converge at Now Gallery to present their latest works. Jucar Raquepo, a cross-disciplinary artist presents his latest acrylic paintings, a mix of natural landscapes and urbanscapes. Ronyel Compra presents a new series of charcoal portraits entitled “Lasts Longer Than Bloom.” Jep Tetangco interprets the masses or “masa” through works created with paper, cloth, cord and wood, among others. The exhibition runs until Oct. 9 at Now Gallery, located at Unit G05, ground floor, Ecoplaza Building, 2305 Chino Roces Ave. Extension, Makati City, open Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For information, call 555-0683, 555-0684 or e-mail info@nowgallery.net .

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Pangan, Cana, Rodriguez and Macapugay’s ‘Diffsuasion’ at Artasia

After back-to-back exhibits in New Jersey and New York in 2011 and 2012, Danny Pangan, Frank Cana, Josefino Rodriguez and Nemi Macapugay showcase their divergent styles in “Diffsuasion” (Different Persuasion in Art). From the realistic watercolor works of Macapugay to the kaleidoscopic approach of Cana, contrasted by the tri-dimensional renderings of Pangan and the cubist-impressionist style of Rodriguez, the show is a presentation of their individual artistic exploration nurtured by exhibiting abroad.

“Diffsuasion” opens Oct. 4, Friday, at the Artasia Gallery, 4L, Building A, SM Megamall and runs until Oct. 15. For information, call Chris at 634-5945, (0917) 538-5043 or (0923) 811-6524.

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‘Art by the Bay’ at CCP

The Cultural Center of the Philippines and the Philippine Association of Printmakers (PAP) present “Art by the Bay,” an annual event of great conversations, food and art, on Oct. 5, Saturday, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Works as low as P1,000 will be available at the event, designed to illustrate to the public the vitality of printmaking. For information, call Gelo Magno at (0927) 654-7307 or e-mail pinoyprintmakers@gmail.com.

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Bernardo-Montelibano’s ‘Barringtonia’ at Avellana Art Gallery

Suzette Bernardo-Montelibano approaches photography with the eyes of her heart and the intelligence of a master craftsman. In “Barringtonia,” the artist shines as a naturalist, respecting flora in its best state –– basking in its natural light and the admiration of those who pass by. What seems mundane and of no consequence, she finds another angle  –– we see a flower but she sees movement, effervescence, boldness. “Barringtonia” runs until Nov. 15 at Avellana Art Gallery, located at 2680 F.B. Harrison St., Pasay City. For information, call 833-3357 or e-mail avellana_gallery@yahoo.com.

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Pallon and Abrigo’s ‘Citation/Derivation: A Tribute to Pablo Picasso’

Katrina Pallon and Buen Abrigo present works that cite one of the most iconic, prolific and influential artists in the history of Western art, Picasso. Borrowing elements, used and fleshed out in methods they have owned artistically, Pallon and Abrigo convey their own artistic messages inspired by the works of Picasso.

“Citation/Derivation: A Tribute to Pablo Picasso” will be on view at Altro Mondo at The Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences, 119 L.P. Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City, until Nov. 1. For information, call 501-3270 to 71, e-mail info@altromondo.ph or visit www.altromondo.ph.

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Aleah Angeles presents “Seed” in 5th ManilArt

Young figurative artist Aleah Angeles, whose work was successfully auctioned by Christie’s last year, will have her first solo show at the 5th ManilArt, which will run from Oct.9 to 13 at  the SMX Aura Convention Center in Taguig City. Dubbed “Seed,” Angeles’ show will showcase her trademark lyrical and romantic large-scale paintings of young innocent girls.

For information, call Mendez Big and Small Art Co. at (0917) 848-2691, (0917) 887-8800 or e-mail mendezbigandsmall@yahoo.com.ph.