• August 2, 2026

Sining Filipina, the Philippines’ only nationwide art competition dedicated to women, culminated in an awards ceremony and exhibit opening at SM Aura on March 27, where ten outstanding female artists were recognized for their excellence.

This event, co-presented by Chinabank and SM Supermalls, aimed to raise funds for the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs.

Jowee Anne Aguinaldo (4th from the left) won first prize in this year’s
Sining Filipina: Her Earth, Her Future competition.

This year, 52 finalists from across the Philippines were chosen to display their outstanding works, showcasing a wide variety of artistic styles, themes, and mediums—from traditional painting to experimental mixed media.

Sining Filipina provides Filipino women artists a platform for artistic expression as well as a valuable opportunity for recognition and financial support. This year’s winners competed for up to P250,000 in cash prizes and the recognition of the country’s top art experts.

Wencyl Mallari (center) receives a special award for donating the full value of her paintings for two years in a row to the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs’ charitable endeavors. 
Jowee Anne Aguinaldo won first place and took home P250,000 in cash and a custom trophy
for her painting “Panagtagpi-tagpi.”
Geanne Gentizon from Guimaras Island won second place with her painting titled “Si Nanay sa Merkado,” taking home P150,000 in cash and a custom Sining Filipina trophy.
“Pinagtagpi-tagpi” by 3rd placer Shara Chan is an ode to women’s roles in sustainability efforts
across the Philippines.

The Sining Filipina collection is open to the public at the SM Aura Upper Ground Level Atrium until April 3.

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