Pinto Art Gallery
Located in the sprawling Silangan Gardens of Antipolo City, we got a glimpse of this contemporary art gallery whose name is a Tagalog term for "door". It is literary a doorway to all forms of contemporary art practice and exhibitions. It's one of Antipolo's best kept gem.
Started by neurologist and art patron Dr. Joven Cuanang in the late 70s, the garden grounds are filled with various fauna accentuated by matching white structures which are mostly interconnected galleries. You also have a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape.
This harlequin statue greeted me near the entrance
Entrance to the gallery
The chapel's seated crucified Christ
A statue of Dr. Jose Rizal adorns the garden near the chapel
This courtyard near the entrance houses a collection of religious art pieces
The sundial sculpture at the garden
The striking statue of probably Mother Earth by the garden steps
The huge amphitheater-like gallery whose centerpiece is the collaborative mural of the Grupo Salingpusa entitled Karnabal
The view from below
Art lovers by the huge paintings
Another gallery connected to the amphitheater
Sample sculpture inside
Camera buddies Sonny and Ed inside one of the viewing rooms
Another huge gallery adorned with obra maestras
Works featured here are mosrly from contemporary Filipino artists. Their works are somewhat somber, dark and thought-provoking. A contrast to the sunny outdoor gardens which serves as a short respite from the heavy themed artworks.
After passing thru interconnected galleries, we emerged to this beautiful garden.
Tour group having lunch at the Bizu reataurant inside the compound
Stairs to the rooftop
Egg-shaped sculpture at the side of a building
View of the mini-courtyard and surrounding areas.
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When we finished touring the galleries, I explored the gardens at the back of the complex and captured these secret scenes.
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