Gallery News: Alfredo Liongoren and Erik Liongoren at Balesin Island Club

MANILA, Philippines - Alfredo Liongoren and photographer son Erik hold “Balesin on My Mind,” a two-man benefit show, which opens on May 15 at the Balesin Island Club, Polilio group of islands, Quezon. The show runs until June 14.

Alfredo showcases a series of semi-abstract paintings — which were done before he set foot on Balesin, yet carry surprising and uncanny impressions he had of the island upon his first visit — shown back to back with Erik’s documentation of Balesin in 2005.

Jointly presented by Alphaland Corporation and Liongoren Gallery, the show will benefit the Operation Blessing Philippines’ rehab efforts in Typhoon Yolanda affected areas in Samar and Leyte.

Those who purchase any of the paintings will receive a complimentary stay at Balesin Island Club

For inquiries, call 912-4319, 439-3962 or SMS 0917-8874319.

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Eugene Jarque, Liliann Manahan and Mac Valdezco at Finale Art File

Finale Art File presents three simultaneous solo shows —”Fill” by Eugene Jarque, “Rhythm” by Liliann Manahan and “Specimen” by Mac Valdezco — which are on view until May 31 at Finale Art File, Warehouse 17, La Fuerza, 2241 Chino Roces Ave., Makati City.

In “Fill,” Jarque explores the process of automatism through the use of materials such as aluminum, plastic, cardboard paper and wood, creating new and evolving configurations of form.

In “Rhythm,” Manahan unveils a massive installation work using fishnets.

In “Specimen,” Valdezco showcases new sculptures.

For inquiries, call 813-2310, 812-5034 or visit www.finaleartfile.com.

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Gary-Ross Pastrana at Silverlens Singapore

Gary-Ross Pastrana uses the methods of percentiles and extraction to reconfigure certain realities in “99%,” which is on view until June 5 at Silverlens Gillman Barracks, 47 Malan Road, 01-25 Gillman Barracks, Singapore.

For details, visit www.silverlensgalleries.com.

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Michael Vincent Manalo at Galleria Duemila

Michael Vincent Manalo explores new pursuits with photography, photo-manipulation, and installation in “Reconstruction of Memory,” which opens on May 17 at Galleria Duemila, 210 Loring St., Pasay City.

For information, call 833-9815 or visit www.galleriaduemila.com.

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Elden Lumaniog at Galeria de las Islas

Dr. Elden Lumaniog portrays the movements and grace of the ballerina in “En Pointe,” which is on view until May 30 at Galeria de las Islas, Silahis Center, 744 Gen. Luna St., Intramuros, Manila.

For inquiries, call 527-2133 or email galeriadelasislas@yahoo.com.

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Frelan Gonzaga at Ysobel Art Gallery

Frelan Gonzaga depicts how the society treats the mentally ill in “Normal Abnormal,” which is on view at Ysobel Art Gallery, second floor, Shops at Serendra, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

For inquiries, call or SMS 0928-5077117.

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Three shows at Avellana Art Gallery

Avellana Art Gallery presents three simultaneous shows — “Like A Rolling Stone” by Joey de Castro, “I’m Doing my Father’s Business” by Joey Cobcobo, and a tribute to “Tatang Jesus Bermudez” featuring the works of the late Jesus Bermudez — which are on view until May 31 at Avella Art Gallery,  2680 FB Harrison St., Pasay City.

For details, call 833-8357 or visit avella_gallery@yahoo.com.

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Dan Matutina at Ayala Museum

Ayala Museum Design Talks presents illustrator Dan Matutina on May 31, 3 p.m. at the Ayala Museum, Makati Ave. and Dela Rosa St., Makati City.

Admission to the talk is P300 and comes with a museum day pass.

For information, call 759-8288 or email education@ayalamuseum.org.

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Ambeth Ocampo at Yuchengco Museum

Historian Ambeth Ocampo will talk on “Great Expectations from Philippine Museum” on May 17, 2 to 4 p.m. at Yuchengco Museum, RCBC Plaza corner Ayala and Senator Gil Puyat Aves., Makati City.

Open to AGMAM members, museum professionals, supporters of museums, and those interested in knowing more about museums, the talk will dwell on Ocampo’s observations of museums here and abroad in light of new museology, community and audience engagement, and globalization. Lecture fee is P150, while AGMAM members are free.

For details, call 889-1234 or email agmam.membership@gmail.com.