‘Art in Aura: An Art Market of Next Gen Visionaries’ opens at SM Aura with over 60 Filipino artists

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MANILA, Philippines — Contemporary Philippine art takes center stage as Art Lounge Manila, in collaboration with SM Aura’s Art for Everyone, presents Art in Aura: An Art Market of Next Gen Visionaries, a dynamic celebration of creativity featuring an extraordinary roster of established masters and emerging talents.

The exhibition runs July 12 to 21, 2026 at the UG Atrium of SM Aura Premier.

Designed as an accessible and engaging art destination, Art in Aura brings together collectors, enthusiasts, families and first-time buyers in a vibrant marketplace where Philippine art can be discovered, appreciated and collected.

The exhibition showcases an exceptional lineup of artists, led by acclaimed names, including Larry Alcala, Federico Alcuaz, Abdulmari Imao, Raul Lebajo and Juvenal Sansó, alongside more than 60 contemporary artists representing diverse styles, mediums and creative perspectives.

Among the featured artists are Helena Alegre, Tess Aligaen, Kempis Ang, Iris Babao-Uy, Naomi Banal, Edison Barlan, Anne Barles, Gerrico Blanco, Richard Buxani, Jef Cablog, Isaiah Cacnio, Inday Cadapan, Seth Corda, Gabo Corpuz, Jonathan Dangue, Anna De Leon, Mario De Rivera, Irene Gail Delos Santos, Bullet Dematera, Rainer Duhaylungsod, Megs Empinado, Jhon Lhoyd Escueta, Knoi Esmane, Faico, Ricky Francisco, guineagenie, Toym Imao, Binong Javier, Kapitan, Carlo Magno, Francis Nacion, Niake Meow, Studio.Micki, Connie Obemio, Roel Obemio, Agi Pagkatipunan, Herbert Pajarito, Badz Palacio, Nikko Palaez, Anthony Palo, Summer Pasana, Glenn Perez, Raisehell, Kankan Ramos, Eli Rollete, Jinggoy Salcedo, Angelica So, Fred Tan, CJ Tañedo, JP Tiangco, Migs Villanueva, Melissa Villaseñor, Meneline Wong M.D., Chewy Yap, Melissa Yueng-Yap, Rudy Yu and 027050.

Together, these artists reflect the richness and diversity of Philippine contemporary art—from painting and sculpture to mixed media and experimental practices—offering visitors an exciting cross-section of today’s evolving creative landscape.

With museum-quality artworks, collectible pieces, interactive programming and a welcoming atmosphere, Art in Aura: An Art Market of Next Gen Visionaries continues Art Lounge Manila’s mission of making Philippine art more accessible while supporting both established masters and the next generation of Filipino creatives.

Admission is free, and the public is invited to discover, collect and celebrate the remarkable diversity of Philippine contemporary art.

Editor’s Note: This press release is sponsored by SM. It is published by the Advertising Content Team that is independent from our Editorial Newsroom.