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Prepare for an artistic revolution as Tubô Cebu Art Fair returns from August 30 to September 1, 2024, at Ayala Center Cebu. This year’s event merges traditional art forms with cutting-edge technology and immersive experiences, promising to elevate Cebu’s art scene to new heights.

Themed “ASCEND,” the 6th annual Tubô, in collaboration with Cebu Art Book Fair (CABF), creates a vibrant hub of creativity spanning visual arts, independent publishing, and digital innovation.

 

Event Highlights:

• Tubô Talk Series:

  • Day 1: Emmanuel “Manny” Garibay of Linangan Art discusses “The Art of Mentoring: Molding the Next Generation of Artists” with Gabriel Abellana of Carcar Collective and Raymund Fernandez of UP Cebu.
  • Day 2: One-on-one session with Mark Salvatus on contemporary and interdisciplinary art and his Venice Biennale experience with Mona Alcudia-Ong.
  • Day 3: Benj Pore of Ormoc, Joey Labrador of Bohol, and Soika Vomiter of Leyte discuss Art Practice & the Landscape of Visual Arts.

• Short Film Screenings: Daily showings of winning entries from CITU’s Camvas Film Competition.

• Poetry Reading and Book Launch: Featuring works by Bathalad Sugbu, the oldest literary organization in Cebu.

• Live Showcases: Performances by Cebu’s music stars Jerika Teodorico, Lourdes Maglinte, and The Kars.

CABF spotlights local talents like Cebu’s Giann Alipar (Maraschin0 Bb) and Julius Advincula (Subhelic), showcasing their unique blend of visual art and storytelling.

Additionally, CABF features captivating works from local and international publishers, including Antecedence by Celso Pepito, Between by Juan Juana, Deep Simulator by AG, and Ukyab by Bathalad Sugbo.

Visitors can also look forward to interactive workshops, curated signature collections, special installations, a zine-sharing session, and a poster show titled “Maayong Bungkag.”

Fair Curator Jay Jore says, “We’re pushing boundaries and redefining what’s possible in the Cebuano art scene. This year’s collaboration with CABF allows us to present an even more diverse and exciting program, truly representing the ascending artistic prowess of Cebu.”

Starting with only 30 booths in 2018, Tubô now hosts over 100 booths and features the creations of more than 600 artists from across the Philippines. This year’s CABF promises an exciting lineup with over 20 booths and 30 talented artists.

Tubô Cebu Art Fair is presented by the Arts Council of Cebu Foundation, Inc., the Local Government of Cebu City, Cebu City Arts Month, and Ayala Center Cebu, with support from various sponsors.

PRWorks, Inc. is the official PR partner, with media partners including Sunstar, CDN, The Freeman, MyTV, Art+ Magazine, Adobo Magazine, Keeta, Kanto, Agimat, and Cebu State Media.

Don’t just observe art – experience it, create it, live it. Join Tubô Cebu Art Fair for three days of artistic revolution. Admission is free.

For more information, visit @tubocebu and @cebuabf on Instagram and Facebook.

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The Tubô Cebu Art Fair 2024 will take place from August 30 to September 1 at Ayala Center Cebu. The event, themed “ASCEND,” will feature a blend of traditional art forms and cutting-edge technology. Highlights include the Tubô Talk Series, short film screenings, poetry readings, live showcases, and interactive workshops. The Cebu Art Book Fair (CABF) will also spotlight local and international talents. Admission to the event is free. For more details, follow @tubocebu and @cebuabf on Instagram and Facebook.