PATRICK Rosas, Richie Lerma, Karen Lerma, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, Secretary Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, Lynynrd Paras and Marco Y. Santos. Photo courtesy of Salcedo Auctions.
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A masterpiece of encounters: ‘Pagtatagpo’ at the Likhang Filipino

The vernissage was nothing short of a cultural milestone, heightened by the presence of First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, who led the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Luis Espiritu

It was a gathering that mirrored the very essence of its name — an encounter of creative minds, a convergence of vision and a chic celebration of the Filipino spirit.

The newly restored Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls — the nation’s latest bastion for the creative industry — served as the pristine backdrop for “Pagtatagpo.” This landmark exhibition, a collaboration between the premier Salcedo Auctions, Vetted and Fashion Aid Philippines, marked a sophisticated first for the venue.

ANA Ugarte, Cara Wilson, Bobby Cuenca and Maripi Muscat.

At the heart of the hall stood the works of Lynyrd Paras, Vien Valencia and Marco Santos. While each artist occupies a distinct orbit in their career, their dialogue across diverse mediums felt seamless — a thoughtful conversation on purpose and inquiry that resonated throughout the gallery.

PATRICK Coard, Capt. Stanley Ng, Ana Lorenzana de Ocampo, Kifu Augousti, Yiouri Augousti and Bien Benitez.

The vernissage was nothing short of a cultural milestone, heightened by the presence of First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, who led the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Joining her in the spotlight were Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, Salcedo Auctions’ Richie and Karen Lerma and Patrick Rosas of Fashion Aid Philippines.

In true DAILY TRIBUNE fashion, the evening proved that when art and advocacy meet, the result is always a masterpiece of community and style.

For inquiries on the artworks featured in “Pagtatagpo,” contact +63 917 8946550 or info@salcedoauctions.com.

DOODY Tuason, Fe Jamer and Nikki Menchaca.
GUIA, Tamika and Tara Santos.
LEO Posadas, Vice Mayor Mel Aguilar and Councilor Alelee Aguilar Andanar.
JORGE Yulo, Andrew Gan, Department of Social Welfare and Development Undersecretary Emily Villar and Senator Mark Villar.
SOCIAL Secretary Bianca Zobel, Jonathan Matti and Deputy Social Secretary Dina Tantoco.
CARMEN Romualdez Santos
VIVIAN Yuchengco and Connie Yuchengco Gonzalez.
CONSUL Agnes Huibonhua and Rep. Florabel Yatco.
HAPPY Ongpauco Tiu