BGC Arts Center

Art isn't limited to art galleries and museums, especially in Bonifacio Global City! Wander the streets of this community and you will find public art installations, as well as colorful murals and graffiti. So feast your eyes and don't forget your camera-- you'll want to post these beautiful public art on your social media accounts. Murals Murals in BGC tend to come in gargantuan proportions. Often found in empty blocks adorning the sides of buildings, these murals provide an additional pop of color to what could be a drab city landscape. Between the Lines by CyrcleMade by Cyrcle, an international mural artist, Between the Lines can be found in 7th Avenue corner Federacion Drive. It's a crowd favorite, and you can easily tell why. This mural of what looks like a deep sea diver from the past century is certainly a compelling work of art. Calamansi and Sampaguita by Francisco Diaz, set against a black backdrop at BGC Corporate Center's back wall in 32nd Street, Calamansi and Sampaguita connects the urban landscape of BGC to nature through the use of pastel colors and of course, the subject: sampaguita and calamansi. Aside from nature, this work by Francisco Diaz also connects us to our Filipino identity. Sampaguita is our national flower, while calamansi is a much beloved fruit here in the Philippines. Wonderland by Faile of Brooklyn a depiction of what seems like a young Millennial woman relaxing at home, this art mural by Faile injects vitality and youthful energy in the streets of BGC (particularly 5th Avenue corner 25th Street, where you can find this mural). The Heart of God's Country by Andrew Schoultz, if you're a fan of intricate details, you should miss Andrew Schoultz's masterpiece, located at one of the side walls of W 5th Building, 5th Avenue. The Heart of God's Country  echoes a melange of socio-cultural, religious, and political themes -- something you'll often find if you're familiar with Andrew Schoultz's work. This mural at BGC is centered around the theme of nature and regeneration. We Are What We Pretend to Be by Nate Frizzell. One of the smaller murals in Bonifacio Global City, We Are What We Pretend To Be is found near R.O.X. and a favorite among the crowds. In this mural, Frizzell talks about our innermost desires-- a common theme in his body of work. Art installations You'll find these scattered all over BGC. Beautiful and thought-provoking, these art installations are great conversation starters. Balanghai by Leo Gerardo Leonardo. An interpretation of the balangay that carried our ancestors to Philippine shores, this art installation by Leo Gerardo Leonardo reminds us of the bravery, kinship, and hope of the first people who would eventually become known as Filipinos. Ang Supremo by Ben-Hur G. Villanueva. A tribute to the heroism of Andres Bonifacio, Ang Supremo is an impressive statue of bronze and brass, standing tall at three meters. Every day, Ang Supremo reminds us of the working-class hero's struggles, and that Bonifacio Global City is named after this incendiary character of Philippine history. Discover more public art in BGC! For more information about the murals and art installations in BGC, check out www.artsatbgc.org or www.bgc.com.ph.

Are you a burgeoning art lover or an avid art collector? We've got your back. Bonifacio Global City is home to a vibrant arts scene where you can admire the works of upcoming and established Filipino contemporary artists. Here are some of our favorite art galleries in BGC. Art Verite Unit 2C-05, 2/F Serendra Explore the Filipino contemporary art scene at Art Verite, housed in an unassuming unit in Serendra. This art gallery prides itself for its collection of artworks from artists who are cut from a different mold. Enjoy a colorful exhibit that feature slices of life in the Philippines, be it in an urban or rural setting. Art Verite is a great gallery for the uninitiated, as the establishment promotes art appreciation. And if you're an artist yourself, you may even get the chance to have your work featured (as long as it fits the overall aesthetic of the gallery!) Mo Space 3/F, Bonifacio High Street, 5th Ave Tucked in busy Bonifacio High Street, Mo Space is a refreshing art gallery. The thing is, you think you know the building that houses BoConcepts, but you don't. Aside from high quality modern furniture, you'll find Mo Space, a small art gallery dedicated to the avid art lover living in the metro. The exhibit changes from time to time. One day you'll catch a well-curated exhibit of one-of-a-kind sketches, and then you'll find it all replaced with evocative paintings by a local painter. If ever you're in need of inspiration, pop by Mo Space-- they're open until 8 in the evening. Ysobel Art Gallery 2/F, The Shops at Serendra, 11th Ave Serendra's second floor is lined with several art galleries, so what makes Ysobel Art Gallery stand out? For such a small space, Ysobel Art Gallery is packed with a lot of compelling content that will amaze and inspire. Most of the artwork featured in this pocket of an art gallery are of the contemporary stroke and are done by both emerging and master artists. Once in a while, Ysobel Art Gallery also hosts art shows so do drop by to check out what's happening. You'll never know what you'll find (or who you'll bump into!) Pablo Galleries C-11, South of Market, 26th Street Another tiny space for contemporary art in Bonifacio Global City, Pablo Galleries shines its spotlights on works from local and foreign artists. Aside from encouraging visitors to appreciate art more, Pablo Galleries also aims to establish a connection between the artist being featured and the audience. Sounds interesting, right? Exhibits in Pablo Galleries also change from time to time, so it's definitely a place you'll want to visit again and again. Galeria Lienzo 2/F, The Shops at Serendra, 11th Ave One of the art galleries that form a cluster in Serendra's second floor, Galeria Lienzo breaks apart from the mold by featuring a range of artworks from established artists. It's a breath of fresh air from all the contemporary and abstract art you see around the area! Galeria Lienzo's classic atmosphere and well-lit spaces encourage you to focus on the art right in front of you. Do you wonder what it's like to live in Bonifacio Global City? Here's what we can share with you. We'll let you experience the rest by exploring your real estate opportunities in BGC.