The Pinto Art Museum

The Pinto Art Museum is a quaint little museum hidden inside the Silangan Gardens, found in the uplands of Antipolo City.  My first visit there was, we could say, incidental because the main purpose of visit was to eat at the then existing Laya Restaurant.

Too bad we weren't able to try the dishes at the Earth Cafe before the owners migrated and the two restaurants had to close shop.

Before eating our dinner, we were able to enjoy going around the museum, which seemed a little spooky at night.  For a small fee of 100Php, we were able to get a taste of modern Pinoy art housed inside traditional Spanish architecture.

The Pinto Art Museum (PAM), according to the brochure, was designed by the artist Antonio Leano.  The rustic feel of the museum, which also had mediterranean inspirations, gave us a quite an experience.  The chilly wind from the outside flowed freely, and the soothing sound of flowing water from several fountains added to the unique but relaxing atmosphere.

The artworks housed inside the museum were a mix of traditional paintings and unconventional pieces. We noticed that each piece was carefully selected and the museum was wonderfully curated.  Most of the artworks on display are not only visually pleasing, but are also intellectually gratifying.

Here are a few snaps inside the museum:

 



I wish the Laya or the Earth Cafe would go back, or that the management would offer a similar dining experience inside the museum.  I personally find the place magical, dining in such a picturesque place, with art all around you.

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