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MaARTe Artisan Festival showcases Pinoys’ ‘kaARTehan’ for the fifth time
Capiz shell chandelier from Shell Arts.
'Maarte' is a word often associated with something negative. But more than 60 local artisans redefined the meaning of the word at the festival.
The festival aims to showcase meticulously hand-picked arts and crafts designed and executed by Filipino artisans from all over the country—so whether you are into fashion, furniture, painting, sculpture, tableware, or tiny trinkets, MaARTe caters to a variety of tastes and interests.
MaARTe is maarte, chooses artisans carefully
As an annual fundraising project of the Museum Foundation of the Philippines, Inc. (MFPI), the organizers are picky with the artisans they want to feature.
"There are so many more who want to join but we have become more careful in choosing who we want to include. Hindi lang kahit sino. We have some criteria," MFPI's Maritess Pineda shared to GMA News Online.
She also stressed that the pieces are not the same as the past showcases, "They (interested participants) have to send us the new products they have developed. They really have to go into product development so they are not selling the same products every year."
Patika's flatware with beaded details.
And when you get hungry, you can drop by at MaARTe Eats for some equally unique snacks to get you recharged for more shopping.
The following are just a few of the fairs notable stalls.
The following are just a few of the fairs notable stalls.
For your #ootd
For those who are looking for unique ready to wear clothes, Ming Ong-Moya's Kathang Kamay is a must-see. Ming recreates vintage pieces into something whimsical; they would make any wearer stand out in the crowd.
As a first timer at MaARTe, Micki Olaguer's jewelry collections definitely do not look like a newbie's work. Her designs were handmade by deaf artisans.
Instead of sporting that new designer bag, why not try some of handwoven bags from Eastern Visayas? Abre Linea works with artisans from weaving towns of Basey in Samar as well as Tanauan, San Miguel, and Alangalang in Leyte. All proceeds go to these communities.
Home entertaining must-haves
Make home parties and entertaining more functional and colorful with Patika Bead and Wireworks. The Casimiros tastefully combined beads and flatware would make anyone proud to show them off to visiting family and friends.
While at it, you can also serve those tasty wines and cheeses using sustainably-made chopping boards and glass holders from MARSSE Tropical Timber.
Mosaic artwork from Gigi Campos Mosaic Art.
Don't know what to do with that blank wall? Let Gigi Campos Mosaic Art do its magic. Its vibrant artwork made of ceramic, stain glass, stone, and other materials can add some life to an empty hallway in your home.
An Mercado-Alcantara's Clay Storytellers is a collection of terracotta figures that'll add earthy colors to your abode. Through hand pinching and hand painting terracotta, the Clay Storytellers captures narratives unique to Filipinos such as fiestas and Paskong Pinoy.
If you want to add a unique element to your home, visit Shell Arts Co. that makes use of capiz shells to create grand chandeliers, unique tableware, and other home decor.
Knickknacks and whatnots
Mother-son collaboration Happy Star Child is also a stall to check out for those in possession of endless childlike wonder. 11-year-old Caxantino's drawings as hand painted and crafted by his mom Connie onto fabrics, chairs, and other materials could be a future artists' early works. — VC, GMA News
The MaARTe Artisan Festival runs until August 31, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Rockwell Tent, Makati City.
