Bayanihan with CANVAS: Opening the Door of Possibilities for a Children's Museum of Philippine Art

Posted by Looking for Juan Online Store on May 19, 2023

Celebrate the spirit of communal collaboration with Looking for Juan's newest program, Bayanihan. Inspired by the Filipino tradition of bayanihan — which signifies a nation or community coming together to achieve a common goal — this new initiative aims to partner with non-profits and like-minded organizations to create art-inspired products, enabling them to raise funds and make a positive impact in their communities.

To kick off this program, we have teamed up with Gigo Alampay, executive director and founder of The Center for Art, New Ventures and Sustainable Development (CANVAS). Together, we have created a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle of his work, entitled Red Door, to support the development of the Tumba-tumba Children’s Museum of Philippine Art.

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The puzzle features an AI-generated image of a small girl standing in front of a red door, ready to enter a world of imagination. It is meant to embody the essence of childhood, where anything and everything is possible. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the puzzle will go to the development of the children's museum.

Located in Batangas, one of the Philippines' fastest-growing provinces just a two-hour drive from Manila, the Tumba-tumba Children’s Museum of Philippine Art will be situated on a 1.5-hectare piece of raw land adorned with native trees.

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Groundbreaking of the museum with CANVAS and the local government

At the heart of the open-air museum will be CANVAS' collection of narrative artworks from some of the Philippines' finest contemporary artists. The museum is designed to provide children with an environment where they can freely explore, fostering empathy and independent thinking. Exhibitions and offerings will reflect CANVAS' commitment to storytelling and its belief in the interconnectedness of human rights, children's rights, climate change, and internet safety.

Open-air plan to encourage empathy and independent thinking

To discover more about Red Door and Tumba-tumba, and how you can get involved in this initiative, watch our interview below with Gigo Alampay.

Together, let's make a difference in our communities through the power of art and collaboration.

SHOP THE RED DOOR PUZZLE AND HELP BUILD A CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF PHILIPPINE ART

Red Door Puzzle poster about Tumba-tumba Museum

Bayanihan with CANVAS: Red Door Puzzle

₱2,000.00

Bayanihan kicks off with the Red Door Puzzle. This fundraising project supports the construction of the Tumba-Tumba Children's Museum of Philippine Art by the The Center for Art, New Ventures and Sustainable Development (CANVAS). We hope you enjoy the challenge of piecing together this intricate puzzle and appreciate the significance of your contribution toward the realization of our goal.

About Bayanihan

Bayanihan is Looking for Juan’s new program that celebrates the Filipino tradition of communal collaboration or bayanihan by working with non-profits and like-minded organizations to create art-inspired products, helping them raise funds and create positive changes within their communities.

About the Puzzle

The AI-generated image by Gigo Alampay (Diego Maya), titled “Red Door,” depicts a small girl standing in front of a red door, ready to enter a world of imagination. It is meant to embody the essence of childhood, where anything and everything is possible.

500 pieces, 2 mm chips
17.99 inches x 17.99 inches (complete size)
Snug fit with less puzzle dust
Full-image poster guide

About the Tumba-Tumba Children's Museum of Philippine Art

Your every purchase of this puzzle will help CANVAS build the Tumba-Tumba Children's Museum of Philippine Art on a 1.5-hectare piece of raw land in Batangas, one of the Philippines’ fastest-growing provinces just two hours by car from Manila. Lined with dozens of mango and other native trees, this open-air facility will be anchored by CANVAS' permanent collection of hundreds of narrative artworks from some of the best contemporary artists of the Philippines.

One hundred percent of the proceeds from the sale of this puzzle will be donated and earmarked for the museum. You are therefore not only supporting the development of a children's museum of Philippine art but also investing in the creative potential of future generations.

ABOUT CANVAS

The Center for Art, New Ventures & Sustainable Development (CANVAS) is a non-profit organization that works with the creative community to promote children’s literacy, explore national identity, and deepen public appreciation for Philippine art, culture, and the environment.

HOW DOES LOOKING FOR JUAN SUPPORT CANVAS?

CANVAS is Looking for Juan’s partner beneficiary. Through our Buy 1, Donate Books to Juan program, we match your every purchase at our store with book donations to CANVAS’ 1 Million Books for 1 Million Filipino Children Campaign. To date, the program has donated more than 400,000 books in disadvantaged communities around the country.