The Asian Cultural Council Philippines has partnered with the National Museum to host Layers and Shadows, a solo exhibition by Filipino artist Demi Padua.
The show, part of ACC Philippines’ 25th anniversary events, will run from today, Aug. 13, to Aug. 26 at the Sergio Osmeña Hall of the National Museum of Fine Arts. Proceeds and support from DF Art Agency, Padua, and The Good Hope Future Foundation will benefit the ACC Philippines Fellowship Program, which funds international exchange and career development for Filipino artists, scholars, and cultural practitioners.
ACCP said the partnership underscores the role of cultural exchange in advancing the country’s arts sector. The fellowship program aims to promote the Philippines’ cultural heritage while providing opportunities for global collaboration.
Padua, known for his trompe l’oeil technique and layered portraits, has held solo and group exhibitions in the Philippines and abroad. His awards include the Grand Prize at the 2013 Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Tanaw Art Competition, as well as honors from the Art Association of the Philippines, GSIS Museum, and Metrobank Art and Design Excellence awards.
