Tubô Cebu Art Fair, the region’s leading platform for artists, collectors, curators and the public, will return for its 2025 edition from Aug. 29 to 31 at Ayala Center Cebu, with a focus on the histories and cultural roots of Cebuano art.
The three-day fair, free to the public during regular mall hours, will carry the theme “Provenance,” highlighting the stories, origins and contexts that shape the region’s artistic practices. “In the art world, provenance refers to an artwork’s biography, including its journey and meaning,” curator Jay Nathan Jore said.
Founded in 2018 with just 30 participating artists, Tubô has since grown into a major cultural event showcasing grassroots and emerging creatives from Central and Southern Philippines. The fair’s artist-centric model bypasses traditional gallery representation and enables direct engagement between artists and audiences.
“What sets Tubô apart is its ability to empower artists to connect directly with the public, leading to greater appreciation and mutual exchange,” Jore said.
The fair offers affordable price points to help artists raise funds for future projects while providing accessible entry points for collectors and patrons. Activities will include art performances, live demonstrations, interactive installations, music and panel discussions.
This year’s edition will also feature the works of Martino Abellana, regarded as the dean of Cebuano painters, alongside younger collaborators such as Khriss Bajade, John “Nark” Villoria, Jonathan Abellana and Gabi Nazareno. A special highlight will be the Aug. 29 launch of Josua Cabrera’s graphic novel “…Si Jimsky Ug Ang Tanghaga Sa Balay Sa Agta”, followed by an artist talk.
Supported by the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Cebu Arts Council and PRWorks Inc., Tubô 2025 also counts Agimat, MyTV and Keeta among its media partners.
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