Visual Artists of Sibonga

08/05/2026

There will also be plein air sessions and art talks headed by Sir Celso Pepito! Come and halobilo ta sa Bae, Sibonga. Ugma na.
The event is FREE for spectators and for the artists.

27/02/2026

Balai Cafe welcomes Sir Gabriel Abellana with his "Kolor sa Kinaiyahan" Art Exhibit - a collection of plein air masterpieces of some of the scenic places in Sibonga.
Sir Gabriel Abellana is a Carcar-based plein air artist and sculptor who considers his musician-sculptor father Dr. Ramon Abellana and his uncle "Dean of Cebuano Painters" Maestro Martino Abellana, as his strongest influences. Sir Gab teaches at the University of San Carlos College of Fine Arts and founded Kabkad Visual Artists.

Balai Cafe posits itself as a haven for the creative arts welcoming artists from all disciplines providing a platform for them to feature their works.

"Kolor sa Kinaiyahan"

Feb. 28, 2026 6pm - Vernissage/Private Viewing

March 1 - 31, 2026 - Open to the Public

13/02/2026

The Visual Artists of Sibonga is forever grateful to all the artists who donated a portion of the sales of their artworks to the cause. The 3 day exhibit was able to raise 114,000 pesos for the Nuestra Senora del Pillar Parish Church. We thank Fr. Joey Belcina and Fr. Ryan Ferolino for the warm welcome and allowing us to use the Old Parish Convent for the activity.

The Visual Artists of Sibonga, in partnership with Our Lady of the Pillar Parish and with the support of the Sibonga Local Government Unit, held their first Sib

08/12/2025

The WINNERS of the recently concluded Sibonga Visayas-wide Painting Contest with the theme, "Mga Dibuho sa Kisame sa Nuestra Senora del Pilar":

1st Prize - Adrian Perolino (Carcar City)
Received P100,000.00, special plaque and certificate of achievement

2nd Prize - Luckyshia Canonigo (Minglanilla)
Received P75,000, special plaque and certificate of achievement

3rd Prize - Artemio Anga (Carcar City)
Received P50,000, special plaque and certificate of achievement

Finalists (each will receive P5,000 and certificate)

John Paul Abejar (Talisay City)
Wilfredo Canete Jr. (Talisay City)
Lordzell Perez (Danao City)
Jerson Caco (Cebu City)
John Monique Inion (Dalaguete)
Mariolindo Anuada (Carcar City)
Rogelio Estudillo (Cebu City)
Alfredo Bitoon Jr. (Danao City)
Reynan Dingal (Samboan)
J. Roberto Olvido (Minglanilla)
Roberto Agas (Minglanilla)
Jason Ejes (Cebu City)
Leonardo Siscar (Buruanga, Aklan)

CONGRATULATIONS!

07/12/2025

The First Visayas Wide Painting Contest has finally concluded last Dec. 6, 2025 at Sibonga Old Parish Convent.
The day started with a sunny morning which allowed for plein air sessions in the Heritage Park and Sibonga Wharf Area. Balai Ortiz also welcomed the artists for a live model session and sumptous lunch for the judges.
Judging of entries commenced right away after the 2pm deadline of submission.
In the 1st round of judging, each of the 5 judges et to choose their top 6. In the 2nd round, each of the paintings where placed in individually illuminated easels for a second and better look, the top 15 where chosen. In the final round each of the artworks are scored individually, averaged, tallied and ranked. We allowed online submissions. We also have a judge who scored the top 15 online by way of sent videos and images.

The top 10 finalists received P5,000 pesos each sponsored by LGU Sibonga thru Mayor Caroline Bacaltos and a certificate.

The 1st Prize received P100,000 pesos and a certificate.
The 2nd Prize received P75,000 pesos and certificate.
We thank our partners and sponsors for the top 2 sponsors - JD Diagnostics represented by Dr. Cindy Delos Santos-Rupita , DCH, Oikos Orchard and Farm, Balai Ortiz, Onin's silog and Albertos Sibonga.
The 3rd Prize received P50,000 pesos and certificate sponsored by Vice-mayor Mariano Dotis Laude.

The top 3 winners where then awarded with a special plaque made from locally sourced Manatad stones wonderfully designed and crafted by Darryl Bryan Manubag.

We thank Pob. Brgy. Captain Nestor Ponce for sponsoring another 2 finalists making all Top 15 going home with cash awards.

The opening and ribbon-cutting followed.

Dinner was sponsored by LGU Sibonga.

Jeson Ejes and John Lee won the the raffle draw for 2 easels during dinner.

We thank our esteemed judges Maestros Kimsoy Yap, Adeste Deguilmo, Celso Pepito, Jun Impas and Prof. Nathan Jay Jore.

And to all VASIB members especially to Jemmel and Yan Ortiz . And to Gabriel Abellana Bernardo Hermoso Josephine Henrietta Piczon Hermoso for guidance and allowing the young artists to continually learn from you.

And to Sibonga Parish Church headed by our Parish Priest Fr. Joey Belcina and Asst. Parish Priest Fr. Ryan Christopher Ferolino.

And to Cantores de Sibonga who provided lovely music and songs during the program. And most especially to Jed Saniel for the efficient facilitation for everything.

To Sibonga PNP headed by PMaj Lawrence Ibo for the assistance. To Councilor Joel Ponce and Eric Aratea for the additional tents.

To RCJ Prolights and Sounds for the great acoustics and lighting all done pro bono. OLPP Ministry of Ushers and to the Sibonga Parish Youth Coordinating Council, thank you.

And to all artists who showcased their talents and willing to join in the exhibit and offer a big portion of the sales to the Parish.

06/12/2025

Amazing grace from the Almighty for a beautiful weather allowing for outdoor activities. We welcome everyone to witness and join our judging and awarding program today at Old Sibonga Parish as artists from all over Visayas reinvent the ceiling masterpieces of Nuestra Senora Del Pilar.
A sunny Art day indeed!

05/12/2025

In light of the inclement weather, we will be accepting online submission of your artwork for judging especially those who are affected with sea travel restrictions. However, artworks judged online or by a photograph of the artwork only, can only be eligible for the 10 finalists. Only artworks that are physically present can be awarded the top 3 prizes. This is in fairness to those who have submitted their artworks via courier or in person as early as October. After all, the original deadline of submission was set on October 12, 2025 and the Dec. 6 deadline is already an extension to the previously set deadline.

We are still awaiting final advice from our LGU and as of now, there are no changes in our schedules and activities for the contest.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

We are trying our best to be as inclusive, accommodating and fair to all participating artists.

For those who will be submitting online, submit a PDF file of your artwork and short video of the artwork together with the caption card to [email protected]. For further inquiries, pm this page.

IN SUMMARY:
1. The contest schedule remains unchanged including the activities (plein air -if weather permits and the live model sessions). (Madayon ra ang contest ugma barring any sudden severe weather changes)
2. We still encourage submission of your artworks in person.
3. We allow submission via online only for those who cannot travel due to "Sea travel Restrictions". Or other circumstance that prevents them from submitting.
4. Only those whose entries are physically present in the venue can be eligible to win the top 3 prizes.

03/12/2025

28/10/2025

Hey artists!
We’ve got an update, the Sibonga Visayas Wide Painting Contest is now set for December 6, 2025!

We value everyone’s safety after the recent earthquakes, so we’re taking this time to ensure a smooth and safe event for all.

Stay tuned for more details and the program of activities.

We can’t wait to see your masterpieces this December in Sibonga!

03/10/2025

To our dear participants, the Sibonga Painting Contest is postponed until further notice. We share your excitement, but your safety matters most. Let’s also keep our brothers and sisters in Northern Cebu in our prayers. 💙