Belmont Hotel Manila on Tuesday opened its sixth Hiraya Art Exhibit, titled “Layers of Expression,” showcasing works by contemporary artist Manny Cabrera and Philippine basketball player Japeth Aguilar.
The exhibit, on view in the hotel lobby through August, presents contrasting artistic styles – Cabrera’s vibrant, surrealist pieces alongside Aguilar’s introspective paintings marking his formal art debut.
Cabrera, a Pampanga-based artist, is recognized for his bold color palette and animation-inspired works. Aguilar, a national basketball team standout, reveals a previously unseen creative dimension through his personal artworks.
“Japeth’s paintings show a side of him many haven’t seen – one filled with emotion and imagination,” said Mayann Malapote, Belmont Hotel Manila’s Director of Operations. “Hiraya continues to celebrate Filipino creativity.”
The Hiraya initiative, deriving its name from the Filipino concept of realized aspirations, serves as the hotel’s platform for promoting local artistic talent. Previous exhibits have featured emerging and established Philippine artists.
Layers of Expression is open to the public with free admission. For inquiries, contact Belmont Hotel Manila at 5318 8888 or info@belmontmanila.com.
