Catch works by Philippine National Artists at this free exhibit this August

A significant artistic event is set to open this month as Galerie Stephanie, in collaboration with Shangri-la Plaza, unveils “In the Shadow of Great Light: An Exhibition of Works by Philippine National Artists.”

According to a press release, the exhibition aims to honor the extraordinary creative legacies that have shaped Philippine art and culture.

Curated by Fundacion Sansó director Ricky Francisco, the exhibition promises a rare opportunity to witness both rarely seen and widely celebrated works by the country’s National Artists for Visual Arts.

Works of the following artists will be featured:

• Abdulmari Imao
• Ang Kiukok
• Arturo Luz
• Benedicto Cabrera
• Carlos “Botong” Francisco
• Cesar Legaspi
• Federico Alcuaz
• Fernando Amorsolo
• Francisco Coching
• Guillermo Tolentino
• HR Ocampo
• Jerry Elizalde Navarro
• Jose Moya
• Larry Alcala
• Napoleon Abueva
• Vicente Manansala
• Victorio Edades

Entry to “In the Shadow of Great Light” is free for all visitors throughout its run from August 25 to 31, 2025 at the mid-level East Atrium of Shangri-la Plaza. —Carby Rose Basina/JCB, GMA Integrated News