IMAGINATION BLOOMS IN LUCBAN: “HARAYA” UNITES ARTISTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

HARAYA: Bunga ng Imahinasyon

An International Art Exhibit in Celebration of Museum and Galleries Month

📍 Venue: Pambayang Galerya ng Sining at Museo ng Lucban

📅 Dates: October 21 – November 15, 2025

🎨 Opening Reception: October 21, 2025 | 3:00 PM

Lucban, Quezon, Philippines — The Pambayang Galerya ng Sining at Museo ng Lucban proudly opens its doors to the global art community with the unveiling of “HARAYA: Bunga ng Imahinasyon”, an international art exhibition held in celebration of Museum and Galleries Month 2025.

Inspired by the Filipino word “Haraya”, meaning imagination, this captivating showcase honors the power of human creativity — where dreams, emotions, and stories are woven into masterpieces of color, texture, and form.

A Global Gathering of Vision and Expression

Featuring a remarkable lineup of local and international artists and poets, HARAYA brings together an eclectic mix of paintings, sculptures, mixed media, and poetic art. The exhibition highlights the diversity of styles, cultures, and creative languages that converge in one visual symphony of imagination.

The Opening Reception was held on October 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with Maria Jenifer Babat, Lucban Municipal Tourism Officer, gracing the event as Guest of Honor during the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony.

Among the artists present during the Opening Day were:

Teena Maaliw Octaviano (President, KaManlilikha), Val Pabulos, Marlene Ayen Galit (Founder, Artista De Colores International), Jaquess Castrillo (Sculptor), and Rainelda Alva Eroles (Visual Artist).

A Collaboration Across Borders

HARAYA stands as a shining example of creative unity through the collaboration of renowned art collectives — Ka-Manlilikha, Artista De Colores by Marlene Ayen Galit, Cuadro Art Group, San Juan Group of Artists, and Art Heals by Elizabeth Esguerra Castillo.

> “HARAYA is not just an exhibit — it’s a celebration of the imagination that connects us all,” shares Elizabeth Esguerra Castillo, international visual artist, curator, and founder of Art Heals by Elizabeth Esguerra Castillo. “Every artwork in this exhibition tells a story of passion, hope, and transformation — proof that creativity truly knows no borders.”

Participating Artists and Poets

Karen Hernandez Abril, Maria Lourdes Abulencia, Elmer Aguila, Jaquess Castrillo, Carlos Alferez Castro, Renee Gabrielle De Guzman, Zarah Dheeharty, Percival Denolo, Rosel Dimaculanan, Jazya Manguerra Dubria, Rainelda Alva Eroles, Marlene Ayen Galit, Anne Garcia, Maria Alondra Onaba Garcia, Ian Garcia, Pleng Lado, Kenneth Macatangay, Sam Maglintle, Jenny Nique, Rose Abordo O’Hara, Althea Olandes, Teena Maaliw-Octaviano, Richard A. Octaviano, Janwell Laguador Ogayre, Iyon Maglintle Oracion, Ptr. Edgardo Pabanil, Val Pabulos, Kaely Ramos, Maria Frances Reyes, Gemarea Reynoso, Michael Robles, Roldan Rosales, Guia Anne Salumbides, Veronica T. Suministrado, Ally Tresvalles, Laiza Villamater, Danelle Boyles, Olga Slobodkina-Tyszkiewicz von Bromssen, Ilham Badreddine Mahfouz, Liv Evensen, Snježana Mayer, Eunice Logro, Takako Itoh, Romel Marteja Reyes, Fernando Regencia, Jorick Gutierrez Ducay, Patrick Acma, Elizabeth Esguerra Castillo, Shahid Abbas Shahid, Dr. Shalini Yadav, Joey Labrador, Mark Virgel Daohog, and Lara Kim Jacobe.

About the Participating Art Collectives

Ka-Manlilikha – A community of Filipino artists dedicated to nurturing emerging talents and promoting cultural identity through the arts.

Artista De Colores – Founded by Marlene Ayen Galit, this global art movement promotes unity, peace, and cultural exchange through vibrant collaborations.

Cuadro Art Group – A collective of contemporary artists focused on creative innovation and shared learning experiences.

San Juan Group of Artists – A group that uplifts local artistry and strengthens cultural appreciation through exhibitions and outreach projects.

Art Heals by Elizabeth Esguerra Castillo – An international platform that promotes the transformative and healing power of art through collaborations and exhibitions worldwide.

A Tribute to the Power of Creativity

From vivid strokes and intricate sculptures to the lyrical voice of poetry, HARAYA: Bunga ng Imahinasyon invites visitors to embark on a journey through the limitless realms of human imagination. Each artwork is a window into a dream, a story, or a soul — a celebration of how art transcends language and culture to speak directly to the heart.

> “In every brushstroke lies a dream. In every poem, a heartbeat,” says Marlene Ayen Galit, founder of Artista De Colores. “HARAYA reminds us that imagination is the seed of creation, and creation is the language of the soul.”

Exhibit Details

📍 Venue: Pambayang Galerya ng Sining at Museo ng Lucban

📅 Exhibit Duration: October 21 – November 15, 2025

🕒 Gallery Hours: Open to the public during regular museum hours

✨ HARAYA — where imagination blossoms and creativity knows no limits.