Platinum soul: Two decades of Art in the Park

PIXIE Olivares-Fonacier,Frannie Lopez Manotoc, National Artist Kidlat Tahimik, Bing Yusay-Sison, Tish Valles.
Art in the Park marked a monumental two-decade milestone on 15 March, transforming the dappled sunlight of Salcedo Park into a sprawling, open-air sanctuary of Philippine creativity.
The atmosphere was an effortless blend of high-concept curation and grassroots energy, where the city’s stylish set mingled with burgeoning collectors under white tents.
The 20th-anniversary edition didn’t just showcase art; it celebrated a legacy of accessibility, proving that the most profound masterpieces are those shared in the communal rhythm of a Sunday afternoon.
The curated landscape featured a sophisticated dialogue between seasoned masters and the next generation of visionaries, with every booth offering a tactile, intimate encounter with the Filipino soul.
As the sun dipped behind the Makati skyline, the event solidified its status as the ultimate cultural heartbeat of the metro — a place where fashion, lifestyle and visual narratives converge.
This platinum year was a testament to the enduring power of the local art scene, curated with the sharp eye and refined grace that only two decades of passion can cultivate.

SENATOR Risa Hontiveros.

ART in the Park co-founders Trickie Colayco-Lopa and Lisa Ongpin-Periquet.

MR. and Mrs. Robert Ewing of the US Embassy.

RITA Nazareno and Mary Faye Rodriguez Garcia.







