Mag:net Cafe

Mag:net Cafe Katipunan

Monday, 21 July
7:00PM
Happy Mondays Poetry Nights
9:30PM
Los Chupacabras, Chongkeys, Weedisneys

Tuesday, 22 July
7:00PM
Acoustic Hour: Angel Radio
9:30PM
Random Night Production

Wednesday, 23 July
7:00PM
Acoustic Hour: Benjamin Garcia
9:30PM
Jazz Night: Brass Monkeys, Limalang

Thursday, 24 July
7:00PM
Acoustic Hour: Blush
9:30PM
SPIT (Silly People's Improv Theater)

Friday, 25 July
7:00PM
Acoustic Hour: Noli Aurillo
9PM
Dirty Kitchen, Tribu ni Dulu

Saturday, 26 July
6:30PM
Acoustic Hour: Pope Paredes
9:00PM
Mechanical Poetry Productions: Kidzpool, Pink Cow, The Haneps, Green Peas, No One Likes, Orgasmic Chicken, Felony

Mag:net Cafe High Street

Monday, 21 July
Rockeoke with Oven Toaster

Tuesday, 22 July
SPIT and Broadwayoke featuring Villain and Anti-Hero Songs

Wednesday, 23 July
Camblo, Shards of Ice, Johnny Allegre and Affinity, The LowTechs, Nyko Maca + Playground

Thursday, 24 July
Private Event

Friday, 25 July
Dazed and Confused Night featuring Taken by Cars, Musical O, The Lowtechs, Us-2 Evil-0, Boy Elroy and more...

Saturday, 26 July
Terno Night with Updharma Down, Musical O, Paramita, Sleepwalk Circus

Springtime in France: Baldemor

Manuel D. Baldemor is a multi-talented Filipino artist. He is a painter, sculptor, printmaker, writer and book illustrator. He was born in 1974 at Paete, Laguna Philippines, a place renowned for woodcarvers. He has contributed more than 20 designs for reproduction on UNICEF’s Christmas greeting cards for 18 straight years. Baldemor has held numerous one-man exhibits in museums and galleries not only in the Philippines but in cities around the world including Seoul, Beijing, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore Osaka, Tokyo, Cairo, Teheran, Tel-Aviv, Ankara, Cascais, Madrid, Santiago, Mainz, Munich, Berlin, Dusseldorf, Prague, Bratislava, Paris, Vienna, Warsaw, Budapest, Moscow, Bern, Basel, Amsterdam, Stockholm, Uppsala, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Bergen, Oslo, Vilnius, Tallinn, Riga, London, Edinburgh, and New York. He has received 24 local and international awards and grants and has been chosen artist-in-residence in Singapore, Japan, Israel, Chile, Portugal, Estonia and Switzerland.

Baldemor states: To experience France in springtime is like trying to find gourmet mushrooms. One has to be in the right place at the right time.

There have been many unforgettable moments as I found myself watching the diffused sunrise between olive groves, chasing a sunset on Cezanne's Mont Ste-Victoire, searching for the perfect bouillabaisse simmered in saffron and Provençal herbs in Marseilles, driving along cherry trees just beginning to bloom, from perched village to chateau to abbey, until one arrives at the vineyard of contentment.

Everywhere I look, the landscape is filled with spingtime blooms - clematis, azaleas, peonies, tulips and pansies. Above, the cerulean skies look down with favor at the unfolding beauty. Below at sea level, I see fishermen stand waist-deep in mountain streams angling for trout.

I see old men playing pétanque, drinking pastis, and women carrying baskets instead of cameras at a village market amidst rows of stalls loaded with aubergines, asparagus, tomatoes and haricots verts.

With only my brushes and paints as means of communication, I manage to share my thoughts and feelings. This leads to sumptuous meals with newfound friends at tables laden with foie gras, wild truffle omelettes, ratatouille and galatea crepes washed down with glasses of Chateauneuf-du-Pape.

For these and other happy memories of the many seasons I have spent in France, I will always cherish my moments of Spring.

ARTIST TALK: Frankie Callaghan

This Saturday, July 26, from 3-5pm, join Silverlens Gallery as Frankie Callaghan gives an Artist Talk for his show Stranger. In his talk, Callaghan will discuss how his relationship with photography started, how it has developed and how his process continuously evolves.

Stranger is an exhibit of night photographs by Frankie Callaghan. His love for photography began while just a boy growing up in Baguio. It wasn’t until after studying finance and management at the Wharton School of Business that he gave into his calling to work as a full-time photographer. He first exhibited his photographs at the age of 21 in Philadelphia. He was one of the participants of the “Photography as Expression” Sense-I workshop at Silverlens Gallery.

Other upcoming Saturday Activities are:
August 2, 3-5pm : Talk on Slum Urbanism in the Philippines, by Architect Alex Ray Evangelista
August 9, 6-9pm : Game Night

Visit Silverlens Gallery at 2/F YMC Bldg. 2, 2320 Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City, 816-0044, 0905-2650873, manage@silverlensphoto.com. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday 10am–7 pm, Saturday 1–6pm. www.silverlensphoto.com.

Image:
Frankie Callaghan
Guarding the Woods, 2008

Art Matters

Ayala Museum invites the public to become its partners in educating through art, with Art Matters, a fund-raising exhibition, on Thursday, 24 July 2008, at the ArtistSpace.

The exhibition will feature works by 19 Filipino artists: Nunelucio Alvarado, Marcel Antonio, Dennis Ascalon, Virgilio Aviado, Charlie Co, Allan Cosio, Fil Delacruz, Antipas Delotavo, Renato Habulan, Raymond Legaspi, Arturo Luz, Jordan Mangosan, Hadrian Mendoza, Ramon Orlina, Susan Fetalvero-Roces, John Frank Sabado, Pablo Baens Santos, Toto Tarrosa, and Edwin Wilwayco.

Part of the proceeds of the event will go to the Ayala Museum Art Fund for the implementation of its continuing education projects and outreach programs. These programs include free tours for students of public schools and members of marginalized communities, in line with the Museum’s goal of instilling national pride in our people through the arts.

The exhibition, which will run until 7 August 2008, is envisioned to become an annual undertaking at the Ayala Museum.

Established in 2004, ArtistSpace is a commercial-run gallery owned by Ayala Museum, dedicated to promote Philippine contemporary art and talent. It is located at the 2/F Glass Wing of the Ayala Museum, and is accessible via the 2/F pedestrian walkway.

Admission to the ArtistSpace is free.

2008 Annual General Assembly

The Museum Foundation of the Philippines, Inc. invites you to the

2008 Annual General Assembly

Bring your friends… meet fellow members and lovers of culture and the arts…Watch a cultural performance and enjoy local Filipino food!

When :		Thursday, July 31, 2008
Where :		Tambunting-Villongco Hall 4th Floor, National Museum of the Filipino People Valencia Circle, Rizal Park, Manila
Time :		Registration starts at 3 pm.

See you there!

Notice of Annual Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the members of MUSEUM FOUNDATION OF THE PHILIPPINES, INC. will be held at the Tambunting Villonco Hall, National Museum, on July 31, 2008 at 3 p.m. The agenda of the meeting will be as follows:

1. Call to Order
2. Proof of Notice/Certification of Quorum
3. Approval of Minutes
4. Report of President
5. Election of Trustees
6. Amendment of Articles of Incorporation
7. Other Matters
8. Adjournment

Attached are the following documents:

1. Message from the President;
2. Nomination Form for Trustees;
3. Voting form and the proposed amendments of the Articles of Incorporation; and,
4. Proxy form.

The voting form for the election of trustees shall be sent after July 19, 2008, the deadline for submission of the names of nominees to the Board of Trustees.

For any question regarding the meeting, please call Elvie Magpayo, Flor Cortez, or the undersigned at 404-2685 or 722-9073.

Registration begins at 3:00pm.

Patricia Maria C. Lopa
Corporate Secretary

(original signed)

2004-2007 Officers & Trustees: Maria Isabel G. Ongpin (President), Narcisa Escaler (Vice President), Armita B. Rufino (Treasurer), Trickie C. Lopa (Secretary), Amando Doronila, Robert F. Lane, Mailin P. Locsin, Lourdes R. Montinola (Chair, Schools Committee), Imelda M. Nicolas, Ambeth F. Ocampo (Chair, Tri-media Committee), Cynthia B. Pastor, Maritess M. Pineda, Concepcion A. Poblador (Chair, Membership Committee), Mercedes L. Vargas, Isagani G. Yambot

You can also download the forms in pdf format from our website:

· Message from the President

· Nomination Form for Trustees

· Voting form and the proposed amendments of the Articles of Incorporation

· Proxy form

· Attendance Confirmation Form

Art for Life

Collaborative project that features a noteworthy series of one hundred limited edition sculptures. Done by noted artist SEB Chua, the piece depicts a collective view on the deeper meaning of motherhood in today's society. Donations derived from this project will benefit UNICEF's ongoing fight againts Neo-Natal Mortality.

(Layout and Design by : Kylo Chua (kylochua@yahoo.com)

Launching of it's permanent display will be on Aug.1 at ARTASIA,

Artist Talk by Johann Espiritu for his show, Symmetry | Duality

This Saturday, July 12, from 3-5pm, Silverlens Gallery hosts an Artist Talk by Johann Espiritu for his show, Symmetry | Duality.

Symmetry | Duality is an exhibit of pairs, shot by Silverlens Sense-I instructor Johann Espiritu. Espiritu has had several exhibits, and is currently working on two book projects. His work has been displayed in newspapers, magazines, billboards and even featured in limited-edition postage stamps. A lawyer by profession, Johann was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2001 and to the New York State Bar in 2004.

Other upcoming Saturday Activities are:

July 26, 3-5pm : Artist Talk by Frankie Callaghan
August 2, 3-5pm : Urban Architecture Talk
August 9, 6-9pm : Game Night

Visit Silverlens Gallery at 2/F YMC Bldg. 2, 2320 Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City, 816-0044, 0905-2650873, manage@silverlensphoto.com. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday 10am–7 pm, Saturday 1–6pm. www.silverlensphoto.com.

Image:
Johann Espiritu
Untitled 01, 2008

STRANGER by Frankie Callaghan/SYMMETRY | DUALITY by Johann Espiritu

STRANGER by Frankie Callaghan
SYMMETRY | DUALITY by Johann Espiritu

July 10-August 9, 2008
Opening reception: 6pm on July 10, Thursday

Silverlens Gallery invites everyone to the openings Stranger by Frankie Callaghan and Symmetry | Duality by Johann Espiritu, at 6pm on July 10, Thursday. The shows will run until August 9, 2008.

Stranger is an exhibit of night photographs by Frankie Callaghan. His love for photography began while just a boy growing up in Baguio. It wasn’t until after studying finance and management at the Wharton School of Business that he gave into his calling to work as a full-time photographer. He first exhibited his photographs at the age of 21 in Philadelphia. He was one of the participants of the “Photography as Expression” Sense-I workshop at Silverlens Gallery.

Symmetry | Duality is an exhibit of pairs, shot by Silverlens Sense-I instructor Johann Espiritu. Espiritu has had several exhibits, and is currently working on two book projects. His work has been displayed in newspapers, magazines, billboards and even featured in limited-edition postage stamps. A lawyer by profession, Johann was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2001 and to the New York State Bar in 2004.

Saturday Gallery Activities:

July 12, 3-5pm : Artist Talk by Johann Espiritu

July 26, 3-5pm : Artist Talk by Frankie Callaghan

August 2, 3-5pm : Urban Architecture Talk

August 9, 6-9pm : Game Night

Visit Silverlens Gallery at 2/F YMC Bldg. 2, 2320 Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City, 816-0044, 0905-2650873, manage@silverlensphoto.com. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday 10am–7 pm, Saturday 1–6pm. www.silverlensphoto.com.

Images:
(left) Frankie Callaghan
Clothes Lines, 2008

(right) Johann Espiritu
Untitled, 2008

Cavite Heritage Tour

You are invited to join our Cultural Study Tour of the historical town of Cavite, a living museum of Philippine revolutionary history. Many of its landmarks are also a testament of the elegant tastes and lifestyles of illustrados who led the revolution of 1898. Our guest lecturer is Ms. Tina Decal.

Cavite Heritage Tour
July 19, 2008, Saturday

06:30 am		Santuario De San Antonio Church, Forbes Park, Makati City (parking area) We encourage everyone to buy breakfast for the trip although light pastries and water will be served on-board).
8:00 - 9:00 am		Arrive Kawit, Cavite Tour to Aguinaldo Shrine - the mansion of the First Philippine President was the site of the proclamation of Independence in June 12, 1898.
9:30 - 10:30 am		Arrive General Trias, Cavite Visit at GBR Museum (Geronimo Berenguer delos Reyes)
11:00 - 11:45 am		Arrive Amadeo, Cavite Shopping at Café Amadeo
12:15 - 2:00 pm		Arrive at Indang, Cavite Lunch at Balai Indang (savor & enjoy a good lunch of : salad, pasta, chicken, seafood, embotido, veggie, flavored rice, bottomless dalandan juice and dessert).
2:00 - 2:30 pm		Sidetrip to Indang Church (rare tromp l'oeil in shades of old rose and grey enliven this church. A rare oil painting of the seven archangels is revered in the right altar). And sidetrip to Bonifacio Monument/marker.
3:00 - 4:00 pm		Arrive Dasmariñas, Cavite. Tour at De La Salle Museum (Bahay Na Bato Museum). The alumni of La Salle erected a museum in the manner of Philippine Colonial houses in its vast campus in Dasmariñas. The Bahay-na-Bato or stone mansion features the best of ornamentation found in affluent houses during the 19th century.
4:14 - 5:00 pm		Arrive Silang, Cavite Visit Silang Church. Three beautiful baroque reredos adorn the church. The main reredo features events leading to the birth of the Savior. The central niche is occupied by the statue of the N. S. de Candelaria. The two side reredos feature Jesuit saints since Cavite was under the spiritual care of the Jesuits prior to their expulsion.
05:00 pm		Departure for Manila.
07:00 pm		ETA Makati, Santuario de San Antonio Church (ETA, depends on the traffic).

You can download the reservation form in pdf or zipped pdf format.

Museum Foundation reserves the right to change the itinerary. In case of bad weather, the tour may be cancelled. For more information or reservations, please call the Museum Foundation office at 404-2685/0928- 503-9392, and look for Elvie or Menchie; at 722-9073 and look for Flor.

For more Museum Foundation events and activities please visit our website at http://museumfounda tionph.org/ news/