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Filarts Gallery: Showcasing the Vibrant Artistic Spectrum of Novaliches

Nestled within Robinsons Novaliches in Quezon City, Filarts Gallery has quickly become a thriving hub for art enthusiasts. Established in May 2022, this gallery showcases a spectrum of artistic talent, from emerging artists to established masters.

Filarts Gallery serves as a platform for emerging artists, offering them a space to exhibit their creations and gain exposure. It embraces innovation and contemporary trends, nurturing young talents and infusing the art scene with fresh perspectives.

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In addition, the gallery features the works of renowned artists, celebrating their mastery and contributions to Philippine art. Visitors are treated to diverse styles, techniques, and subject matters that reflect the rich artistic heritage of the region.

Filarts Gallery goes beyond static displays, engaging visitors through workshops, artist talks, and interactive events. This immersive approach fosters a deeper appreciation for art and encourages dialogue between artists and audiences.

As a supporter of the local art community, Filarts Gallery collaborates with organizations, educational institutions, and artists' collectives. Through group shows and networking opportunities, the gallery fosters collaboration and growth, creating a sense of community among artists.

Filarts Gallery stands as a cultural beacon, elevating Novaliches' artistic landscape and enriching the wider Philippine art scene. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply seeking inspiration, a visit to Filarts Gallery promises an experience that celebrates the vibrant diversity of art.

Dale Bagtas, a prominent figure in contemporary art, firmly establishes his presence through his dynamic abstractions, which eloquently convey the sculptural essence of pigment and often engage in a choreographic dance with found objects. Departing from the emphasis on the flatness of canvas in non-objective art, Bagtas revels in expansion, tactility, and presence, transforming his paintings into objective revelations of a rich and fertile universe. Within his works, forms and shapes swirl, mutate, and transform, evoking worlds ranging from the cellular level to the cosmic scale, while ultimately highlighting the spectacular growth and flourishing of nature.As an esteemed member of Kunst Filipino Kapatiran at Ugnayan ng Natatanging Sining at Talentong Filipino, Bagtas washonored with the Presidential Awards for Filipino Individual and Organization Overseas (Banaag) in 2021. He is also a valued member of the Rotary Club of HeARTS District 3830.

Bagtas has exhibited extensively, showcasing his works in numerous exhibitions in the Philippines, as well as in Europe and Asia. Notable exhibitions include "RELATIVE & ABSOLUTE TRUTH: AXIS OF PEACE" at the 8th Geoje International Art Festival held in the

Haegeumgang Theme Museum in Geoje, South Korea. He also participated in the ADENOCROMO for Dinner International Art Exhibition in Milan, Italy, and Fuerteventura, Spain, as well as the BRAIN CAKE International Art Exhibition at Casa Mila La Pedrera in Barcelona, Spain, and Vangogh Art Gallery in Madrid and Paris.

Bagtas has received significant international recognition for his artistic achievements. He was awarded the International Prize Donatello Award in January 2023 at the Borghese Palace in Florence, Italy. In April 2023, he received the International Prize Leonardo Da Vinci Award at the National Museum of Science and Technology "Leonardo da Vinci" in Milan, Italy. In May 2023, Bagtas was honored with the International Prize Pegasus for the Arts and Top Artists: The Protagonist of Contemporary Art at the Scuola Grande Di San Teodoro in Venice, Italy. He is set to receive the prestigious International Prize Michael Angelo in July 2023 at Teatro Italia in Rome, Italy, in recognition of his exceptional artistic and stylistic research.

With a remarkable list of accolades, Bagtas is a highly decorated artist. He has been awarded the Grand Prize distinction in two of the Philippines' most esteemed art competitions: the Metrobank Art and Design Excellence Competition (Acrylic and Oil Category, 2021) and the GSIS Art Competition (NonRepresentational Category, 2019). Bagtas eagerly looks forward to presenting new works and fostering artistic camaraderie with fellow participants at the XIV Florence Biennale in 2023.

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