Marz Today x Luzon Art Fair proudly presents The Marzing Machine Print Exchange and Exhibition, a groundbreaking project that brings together 38 premier and up-and-coming artist-printmakers from across the Philippines. This innovative print exchange serves as a platform to celebrate the accessibility and creativity within printmaking, featuring artists from Luzon and the Visayas region.
At the heart of the Marzing Machine Print Exchange is a unique system where each participating artist submits an edition of 12 prints. In return, they receive 9 random prints from other artists, creating an eclectic mix of styles and voices. One print from each edition is exhibited at the fair, while another is placed in the Marzing Machine—a vending machine that dispenses fine art prints at random to fairgoers.
In a bold move to make art more accessible, prints from the Marzing Machine are priced at an affordable Php 100 each. This encourages both art enthusiasts and newcomers to start their own fine art mini print collection, democratizing access to high-quality, original prints.
The diverse roster of participating artists includes:
From Metro Manila: AF Dado, Ezekiel Arce, FM Monteverde, Hocus Screen Prints, Gerardo Jimenez, Sneckoil
From Zambales: Alynna Macla
From Cebu: Edward Romero, Densen Almeda, Elaine Napuli, Vincent Pepito, Christoper Neive A. Hisanan, Gabi Nazareno, Gabrielle Mayol, Juanito Salvo
From Pampanga: Arnel Garcia, Jascha Tolentino
From Los Banos: Dennis Aguinaldo
From Palawan: Gordon Snyder, Elordie T. Mesac
From Bacolod: Leah Divino Samson, Angela Silva, Dennis C. Valenciano, Don Kusuanco
From Tarlac: Edno Joson
From Baguio: Fara Manuel
From Nueva Ecija: Rem Kulas, AJ Pascua, Joyce Pertez
From Dumaguete: Mary Pauleen Villahermosa, Corey, Mia Angela, Mitz Olazo, Tin Palattao
From Iloilo: Noel Epalanm, Orland Espinosa, Marge Chavez
And its organizer Marz Today Studio.
By spotlighting printmaking in this innovative way, the Marz Today Luzon Art Fair not only supports the growing print community but also fosters connections between artists and collectors. This print exchange and exhibition emphasize the collaborative nature of the medium and highlight the versatility and creativity of Philippine printmakers.
Marz Aglipay will also facilitate Carve and Print workshops on Sunday, October 6, 2024. One session is Php 350 per person. The workshop is open to all ages and no experience is needed.
Be sure to visit the Marz Today Luzon Art Fair from October 3-6, 2024, and experience the vibrancy of printmaking through the Marzing Machine Print Exchange—a celebration of creativity, accessibility, and artistic exchange.
Learn more about the project here. Are you a printmaker? We’d love to work with you on the next iteration of this project. Get in touch.
