200 artists, 9 galleries to mount experiential ALT Philippines 2024

MANILA, Philippines — Five critically acclaimed artists, live performances, a silent auction and daily tours with an art curator are some of the highlights at this year's ALT Philippines. 

The third collaborative project of nine galleries is set to happen from February 21 to 25 in SMX 4 Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. 

Here are some of the activities in the upcoming show: 

Some of the most recognizable names in the art world are lending their expertise by showcasing artworks made from upcycled or repurposed materials. 

Juan "Johnny" Alcazaren will be presenting a large scale, wall bound work made of domestic ware and other daily artefacts. Most of these objects are found in a monochrome of blacks and greys that appear as shadows. They are arranged to form a constellation when lit up against the wall. In full view, the word “(NOW)” is spelled. 

Geraldine Javier presents a pool-like installation that features finely cut plastic pieces collected from various water refilling stations. 

“As you gaze into this pool, I want you to ponder the enormity of the task, gathering up all the plastic that has been dumped into the sea. A task that must be done,” Javier said. 

Pete Jimenez's installation comprises over 30 individually lit giant cement sacks arranged in a 45 square meter space. The work’s title, “A City Set on a Hill Cannot be Hidden,” is taken from a passage in the Bible from the book of Matthew. 

Similarly, Oca Villamiel presents “Water is Life,” an silver foil installation that spans seven meters in diameter. 

Villamiel makes a commentary on the practice of poisoning rivers for a faster and bigger yield of fish and shrimp through his installation.

Illustrater and Uniqlo UT Grand Prix 2020 winner Isabel Santos will be painting a mural sponsored by Boysen Paints. 

There will be a dedicated video section that is loosely derived from Vladimir Nabokov’s memoir, "Speak, Memory." 

Curated by Cocoy Lumbao Jr., the group exhibition will feature artists who engage in video installation, the moving image, digital motion, animation and recorded video processes and performance. Featured artists are Victor Balanon, Manny Montelibano, Christina Lopez, Miguel Lorenzo Uy, and