The Philippine Consulate General in Guangzhou, in partnership with the Mufeng Art Cooperation and Exchange Center, launched a solo exhibition by Consul Aprilfleur Galima-Mejia entitled “Chords and Chroma: An Expressive Resonance of Nocturnes and Hues” on Aug. 31, 2025 at the Mufeng Antique Piano Museum in Huangpu District, Guangzhou, China.
The exhibition is part of the year-long celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and China.
It runs until October 2025 and showcases 18 new paintings by Consul Galima-Mejia, inspired by musical forms such as Nocturne, Rhapsody and Sonata. Three of her earlier works, curated by Mufeng, are also on display.
The collection uses bold strokes, layered textures and lyrical compositions to explore the connection between music and painting and to reflect the harmony of cultural connections.
Consul General Iric Arribas said the exhibition symbolizes the strong partnership between the Philippines and China, with art serving as a bridge between cultures and people.
Zhang Chunbi, president of Mufeng International Cultural Industry Co. Ltd. and founder of the Mufeng Antique Piano Museum, said the collaboration aligns with Mufeng’s vision of internationalization and its role in promoting cultural exchange.
The opening ceremony included a Mongolian Morin Khuur string quartet performance, songs by Filipino singers Maria and KC Dantay and a selection of traditional Filipino delicacies prepared by Consulate staff.
More than 100 guests, including government officials, members of the consular corps, cultural partners, artists and friends from the local community attended the event.
The exhibition is Consul Galima-Mejia’s second solo art exhibit, following her first at Casa Amarillo Trinidad Gallery in her home province of Pangasinan.
Through such initiatives, the Philippine Consulate General in Guangzhou reaffirms its commitment to promoting Philippine culture abroad and strengthening people-to-people ties between the Philippines and China.
