Spirit of the Season

For the first time ever, the Galerie Raphael has partnered with Robinson’s Magnolia to present, “Spirit of the Season,” a special art exhibition hosted at the mall atrium. This collection of works from some of the gallery group’s most exemplary artists brings the gift of Filipino artistry straight to the mall-going public.

“Spirit of the Season,” welcomes the atmosphere of Christmastime with works of art that exude the essence of the local holiday season. Viewers will find a colorful collection of works of differing styles and subject matter reflecting each artist’s unique experience of this time of the year. From images of families spending precious moments together, to abstract figurations that exude the warmth of holiday merriment, viewers will find moments that they themselves have come to associate with the season.

Despite the diversity in artistic expression, the values and traditions that mark the spirit of a Filipino Christmas undercut the overall visual narrative of this exhibition. Be it the affinity for festivities, love for family, religious devotion, or the simple joy of genuine connection, “Spirit of the Season” captures the cultural aspects that make the local holiday season quintessentially Filipino. This exhibition invites viewers to reconnect with these values as we usher in the Christmas season so as not to forget what makes this time truly meaningful.

“Spirit of the Season” features works from the esteemed names of National Artist Federico Alcuaz, Presidential Medal of Merit Awardee Juvenal Sansó, Ramon Orlina, Marge Organo, Ed Castrillo, Ronel Cainto, Jerry Morada, Nixxio Castrillo, Glen Lawig, Carlo Magno, Aner Sebastian, Xander Calceta, Vic Bachoco, Amador Barquilla, Almer Moneda, William Alvarez, James Gabito, Sonny Palles, Richard Arimado, Jepoy Almario, Astrid Castillo-Almario, Pat Abella, Aljo Pingol, Joseph Hilario, Averil Paras, Jomar Delluba, Jun Rocha, Abra Pingol, Carlo Ongchangco, Jo Balbarona, Jinky Lorenzo Reynoso, Ella Hipolito, Teofilo Alagao, Richard Perez, Kim Tugade, Anton Daleon, Francis Evangelista, Michael Pastorizo, Ann Moneda, Raul Isidro, Jo Palero, Jax Pasimio, Jay Ragma, Fitz Herrera, Edwin Tres Reyes, Art Lozano, Joy Calanasan, and Isab Angeles.

“Spirit of the Season” presented by Galerie Raphael runs from October 29 - November 10, 2024, at the Robinsons Magnolia Mall Atrium. Robinsons Magnolia is located at Aurora Blvd, corner Doña Hemady St, Quezon City, Metro Manila. For inquiries, contact +63 917 582 2115 or email galerieraphaelrobmag@gmail.com