M Gallery MNL
M Gallery ML: where Magic meets Meaning
Along the charming M. Paterno Street in Pasadena, San Juan City, a well-lit gallery with an eye-catching "M" logo will draw you in. Don't be surprised if you find yourself slowing down to peek at the art work displayed inside--because each piece was carefully, thoughtfully selected to capture your curiosity.
M Gallery: a meeting of minds
Mykee Martinez, the creative force behind M Atalier (and the tastemaker at Muchos Kitchen), has always had an eye for beauty. "When I find an artwork that makes me feel alive--I just have to have it." In a matter of months, his personal collection grew, which was a delight to his family and close friends. But it was during the pandemic that he found more time to browse through online galleries and scout promising talents. It was also then that he realized how Filipino artists are looking for more exposure and support.
Mykee immediately reached out to his closest friend Inna David: a businesswoman, an art collector, and a mother to a young artist. For years, Mykee and Inna have always a special bond--they fondly call each other Kapsy (short for Kapatid)--and they immediately agreed on the mission and vision for M Gallery. "It was going to be a special place that bridges artists and collectors," says Inna. Mykee adds, "It's where Filipino creators will find buyers to invest in their passions, and where enthusiasts will find that elusive missing piece that will complete their collection."
Mykee and Inna combined resources, networks, talents and skills to pull it off. They started with an online gallery on Instagram (@MGallery.MNL) in early 2020, and last October 10, 2021, they had the grand opening, with former PBA player JC "The King Eagle" Intal, A Design Group President and Managing Partner Tessa Alindogan, and Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte, joining the ribbon cutting ceremony. And now, walk-ins are more than welcome to browse through the gallery.
M Gallery: masterpieces that will move you
"We want more people to appreciate Filipino art and value Filipino artists, " Inna declared. "And one visit to M Gallery is all it takes for you to realize na, grabe. Ang galing natin." Mykee wholeheartedly agreed. "Each stroke tells a story. Each color, each line, reflects and captures what that artist is feeling or envisioning at that time. It's so personal and intimate and meaningful. It will make you feel something. And you just know that when you bring home a piece of art, it's a sulit investment talaga.'
M Gallery: magical, meaningful
And whether you're looking for a piece that's whimsical or contemporary, or if you're into abstract or realism or expressionism, there's a good chance you'll find what you're looking for at M Gallery. "We don't want to limit what we can offer," said Inna. "We also welcome requests for commissions and consignments." Mykee nodded. "We're also very proud to say that we take extra good care of our clients. Malaga kami and laging may personal touch. We want to help our clients find what they're missing. Yung art a may magic, may meaning." For a magical, meaningful moment, go ahead and look for the big M logo along M. Paterno Street in Pasadena, San Juan City. Lose yourself in the art that M Gallery ML offers, and find a piece you never knew you were looking for.
Facebook | @mgallerymnl
Instagram | @mgallery.mnl
Unit D DPL Building, M. Paterno Street, Pasadena, San Juan City | Open daily from 11am - 7 pm