NMP LAUNCHES “PHYLLIS ZABALLERO: LANDSCAPES OF THE MIND” SPECIAL EXHIBITION

Last 24 March 2025, NMP launched the newest exhibition “Phyllis Zaballero: Landscapes of the Mind” at Gallery XVII of the National Museum of Fine Arts.

Landscapes of the Mind offers an intimate glimpse into the creative vision of artist Phyllis Zaballero through her early abstract works.

In his welcoming remarks, Director-General Jeremy Barns said that Zaballero’s works and this exhibition manifest a shared dedication to artistic excellence and women empowerment.

“Here at the NMP, we do our best to make our spaces safe and inclusive for everyone—a commitment that we undoubtedly share with Phyllis herself. We established this gallery solely dedicated to women’s art, proudly underscoring the unique vision, experiences, identity, and heart that every Filipino woman possesses”, Barns stated.

Meanwhile, Zaballero mentioned that even though this is her 44th solo exhibition, this is her first at the NMP. “I am very honored that the National Museum wanted to highlight my early works and deepen the scope of my artistry”.

Zaballero invited poet Marjorie Evasco to read her poem “Acquainted with Lightning”, which inspired the artwork of the same name displayed at the exhibition. The artist then gave a detailed walkthrough of the exhibition to guests.

Landscapes of the Mind was launched on the occasion of National Women’s Month and follows other women-led exhibitions displayed in the same gallery by artists such as Ofelia Gelvezon-Tequi, Impy Pilapil, Virginia Ty-Navarro, and Lenore RS Lim.

Visit Landscapes of the Mind at Gallery XVII (Special Exhibition Hall Dedicated to Women’s Art), 3/F, National Museum of Fine Arts. The National Museum of the Philippines is open EVERYDAY, from 9 AM to 6 PM. Admission is FREE!

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