2 exhibits celebrate female creativity
Women artists have long been pushed to the margins of art history, their voices often overshadowed, their contributions under-recognized. But times are shifting, and spaces like Robinsons Land ARTablado are at the helm of this change.
With “Liquid Dreams” at Robinsons Galleria and “Mutya” at Robinsons Antipolo, both on view until March 15, women step into the light—not just as muses but as creators, visionaries, and provocateurs. These exhibitions, in celebration of March as International Women’s Month, don’t just display art; they challenge the narrative, assert presence, and demand recognition in a world that has too often looked the other way.
Four artists—Mylene Quito, Valerie Teng, Isah Rodillo, and Sigwada Knicolai—join forces in “Liquid Dreams,” a show that delves into abstraction, fluidity, and transformation. The exhibition presents a world where emotions flow freely, boundaries dissolve, and intuition guides creation.
For Quito, the increasing presence of women in art is essential to enriching the field with diverse perspectives. “Having more female artists in the art scene is important for several reasons: we bring unique experiences, viewpoints, and creative voices,” she explains. “Women have been underrepresented in the art world for too long. Increasing our presence helps rectify this imbalance and ensures a more accurate reflection of society.”
Teng echoes this sentiment, emphasizing how women in Philippine art have historically fought to carve out space for themselves. “Women in Philippine art are dynamic, resilient, and deeply influential. They have played a crucial role in shaping the country’s artistic landscape, breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated spaces while using their work to tell stories of identity, history, and social issues,” she explains.
At Robinsons Antipolo, “Mutya”—a showcase by senior high school students from La Salle College of Antipolo—takes a different yet equally powerful approach. The exhibit’s title, “Mutya,” is a Filipino term that connotes beauty, charm, and value. She is inspiration herself, a muse. The students’ works explore the deeper dimensions of beauty, beyond physical appearances, presenting femininity as both delicate and resilient.
Both exhibitions go beyond the traditional exhibit format by incorporating community engagement. As part of ARTablado’s commitment to accessibility and empowerment, the artists are giving back through free art workshops. The “Liquid Dreams” artists will conduct a session for female employees of Robinsons Land Corp., while the young artists of “Mutya” will host a coffee art workshop for female shoppers.
ARTablado in Ortigas is at Level 3 Veranda of Robinsons Galleria along EDSA. ARTablado in Antipolo is at the Upper Ground Floor, North Wing of Robinsons Antipolo.
