Hyundai commemorates PH-Korea diplomatic ties through mall art display

MANILA: Hyundai Motor Philippines (HMPH) commemorated the 75 years of diplomatic ties between the Philippines and Korea recently during its recent Hyundai Mobility Experience (HME) tour.

Entitled “Partnership Beyond Borders”, HMPH combined the culture and future of the two countries in terms of art, fashion, and music. Last week, HMPH partnered with four local artists for a collection of upcycled pieces displayed at SM Megamall.

The program was opened with a kulintang drum performance by the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) and Pilipino Etniko Ritmo Kanta sa Sayaw (PERKS), which blended beats of Korean and Filipino instruments.

Seen at the event were various takes of Filipiniana-Hanbok crossovers such as the “Synthesia” by Glyn Alley Magtibay, “East Meets Amore: A Fusion of Korean and Filipino” by Amor Albano, and “Strange Beauty” by Glady Rose Pantua as well as the "Bioniq 1.0" applied artwork by Leeroy New.

Magtibay’s piece is mainly made up of discarded X-rays while Albano artwork takes inspiration from the wrappers of the Filipino delicacy pastillas. Pantua’s work of art features handwoven Yakan Clothing with tassels, and pearl beads.

Aside from that, the  life-size applied sculpture of a reimagined Ioniq 5 is composed entirely of biodegradable and renewable materials such as sawdust, bamboo, rattan, and copper grounds.

In addition, New also has a display of wearable art called the “Carapace BioSuit”, which is made of reconstituted sawdust.

The installations were opened for viewing at the Mega Fashion Hall Activity Center until from April 26-28 and were moved to Artist Village at Camp Mariana in Jala-jala, Rizal. Camp Mariana is a sustainable farm with glamping sites and artist-owned properties, serving as a peaceful oasis for artists who want a quick escape from the city.

Further, a Hyundai Ioniq 5 was also displayed at the event, alongside the Creta, Custin, all-new Santa Fe, Stargazer X, and Staria.

Photos from Hyundai Motor Philippines

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