Gaia: A New Dialogue Dominates Manila Art Scene as Leading Earth Day Exhibition, April 25–26, 2026

April 26, 2026 — Mandaluyong City, Philippines

MANILA IS CURRENTLY WITNESSING ONE OF ITS MOST IMMERSIVE EARTH DAY ART EXPERIENCES.

“Gaia: A New Dialogue,” a two-day Earth Day art exhibition currently running from April 25 to 26, 2026, at 25 Arayat, Mandaluyong, continues to draw strong attendance from across Metro Manila. Organized by Likhaan PH, the event brings together over 40 Filipino creators through a multidisciplinary program combining visual arts, wellness practices, and immersive creative experiences.

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Positioned among the most notable art events in the Philippines this April 2026, the exhibition highlights themes of nature, sustainability, and mindful living, offering visitors a reflective space for artistic engagement and community connection.

Event Overview

The exhibition opened yesterday, April 25, 2026, and remains ongoing today, April 26, 2026, gathering artists, facilitators, and independent creative brands in a shared environment dedicated to dialogue and expression through art.

Key highlights include:

• A curated exhibition featuring 40+ Filipino artists
• Art and merchandise booths by independent creators and brands
• A series of hands-on creative workshops
• Interactive, reflective, and immersive installations

Workshops and Facilitators

A series of creative workshops in Manila complements the exhibition, each led by practitioners across diverse disciplines:

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Gerardo B. Jimenez

Botanical Gelli Plate Printing Workshop exploring nature-based printmaking techniques, including layering, texture, and composition.

Geri Gil

The Aroma Assembly, an aromatherapy workshop focusing on essential oil use, safety, and emotional well-being.

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Yeyette San Luis, VMT-R

Sounding the Elements, a sound healing experience integrating breathwork, vocal resonance, and restorative sound bath practices.

Jan Ortega-Roy

Me & Hue, a meditative art workshop centered on intuitive mark-making and reflective creative process.

Carissa R. Singson

Ikebana Workshop introducing Japanese floral arrangement principles rooted in balance, form, and spatial awareness.

Featured Artists

The exhibition presents a diverse lineup of Filipino artists working across multiple mediums and creative disciplines:

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Kimberly Balondo

Jan Ortega-Roy

Alexandra Aguirre

Klarybel Millo

Camsy Valencia

Layla Ortega

Gale Palillo

Mercedes Palacios

Isabel Beatrice

Nea Reyes

Lake Suazo

Hazel Montalbo

Celine Miranda

Eldridge Que

Nino Hernandez

Riah Fleur

Juliet Sumulong

Kate Condes

Roncab Lagalag

JC Barrera

Dyuntats Depasupil

Denise Cacanando

Sven Lim

Nye

Trisha Ripas

Kathleen Dagum

Mia Claravall-Reyes

Roselle De Guzman

Marvin Conti

Nathalie Mendoza-Montes

Enon De Belen

Joey Sumulong

Guada Tagalog

Riza Padolina

Fabo

Riánnon Jude

Carissa Singson

Gerardo Jimenez

Jean Mariano

Booth Participants

A curated selection of independent brands and creative entrepreneurs contribute to the event’s marketplace experience:

baO artisan candles, Tyler’s Matcha, Marvin Conti’s (Studio Habil), Nathalie Mendoza-Montes (Kaliwete Creatives), The Aroma Assembly.

Danielle – Sourdough, Paulyn Manahan (Manahan’s Special Empanada), Senti Studio, Riánnon Jude, Layla Ortega.

Cultural Impact

“Gaia: A New Dialogue” reflects the growing demand for immersive, eco-conscious art exhibitions in Manila, where audiences increasingly seek deeper engagement beyond traditional gallery formats.

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By integrating contemporary Philippine art, wellness practices, and community-driven experiences, the exhibition underscores the evolving landscape of the local creative industry—positioning itself as a meaningful platform for dialogue, expression, and environmental awareness.

As the exhibition continues through its final day, it reinforces the importance of art as both a reflective and transformative force in society, especially within Manila’s expanding cultural landscape in 2026.

FINAL CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE GAIA: A NEW DIALOGUE IN MANILA BEFORE IT CONCLUDES.

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