Of Art and Wine Woven Memories

Woven Memories 

a solo exhibit by Kyle Fortu-Legaspi


Conrad Manila proudly u n v e i l s the 23rd installment of its 

highly-acclaimed “Of Art and Wine” exhibition series at Gallery C, 

this time featuring the works of watercolor artist Kyle Fortu-Legaspi. 

In celebration of the International Women’s Month, the hotel remains 

true to its bold and empowered commitment of providing its guests with 

touches of luxury through well-curated and inspired stays. This is echoed 

by Legaspi’s passion for creating powerful pieces ‘illustrating the strength 

that these women displayed in solitude and silence.’ 

‘Of Art and Wine: Woven Memories’ is presented by Conrad Manila in 

line with the celebration of the National Women’s Month. It will run from 

March 21 to May 27, 2023. The artworks are available individually for 

purchase. For more information please contact Conrad Manila 

at +63 2 8833 9999 or Kyle Legaspi at +63 998 8697 440, or email 

conradmanila@conradhotels.com.



During the pandemic when we were confined in our homes, we 

sought comfort from the same walls we used to escape and 

rediscovered what we often took for granted. In our confinement, we 

uncovered the beauty that eluded us and began to see the reflections 

on surfaces and the textures of the things we own. We observed the 

curves on our drapes and found solace in the shadows. We 

experienced a multitude of emotions in silence and in this quietude, 

we found ourselves embraced by our own homes. 

The story of the experience is expressed through the gentle shadows 

of lace, the faint light from the windows, and the colors of the home 

reflected in the folds and textures of the weaves. Each painting 

includes a Philippine textile, delicately painted and included in the 

artist’s composition. The collection is a visual memoir of the blues and 

the stillness, which will soon fade and become a memory. 

The exhibit is a visual tribute to the women who fervently helped 

maintain harmony and sanity in our homes during the lockdown. It is a 

series of floral, portrait, and still life watercolor paintings illustrating 

the strength that these women displayed in solitude and silence.

Chery Faye Legaspi, also known as Kyle, is a professional 

artist based in Manila, Philippines. After graduating from 

college and obtaining her license in Nursing, she studied 

at the Fashion Institute of the Philippines. She was 

fascinated by the different textures and colors of the 

textiles she worked with and eventually decided to 

incorporate them in her paintings. 

Kyle decided to learn watercolor painting in 2016, 

focusing on portraits and figures. She enjoys painting 

children because she lives with her nieces and nephews 

who enjoy modelling for her. Shortly, she became a 

commissioned portrait artist and worked on several 

projects including being a contributing illustrator for 

Philippine Airlines’ in-flight magazine, Mabuhay 

Magazine. 

She joined the Philippine Guild of Watercolorists (PGW) in 2018 and became a member of 

the Board of Trustees a year after. She has participated in several Gallery Exhibits and her 

works have been exhibited internationally. 

In 2020, she was given an award by the BGC Arts Center for her watercolor piece in the You 

Art Not Alone Quarantine Art Competition. For three consecutive years, she has been on the 

top 3 of the annual PGW National Watercolor Contest. She has made it to the finals of three 

International Masters of Watercolour Alliance Contests and was granted an Honorable 

Mention Award for her work in the 2022 Women in Watercolor International Competition. 

Most recently, she was granted a Merit Award for being in the top 200 watercolorists who 

made it to the International Watercolour Masters 2022. 

Kyle is committed to contribute to the representation and development of Philippine art, 

especially in the field of Watercolor Painting. As a portrait and figure artist, she uses Filipino 

models in her compositions and uses Philippine textiles and accessories in her paintings. 

Today, she lives happily with her husband and cats in Taguig City - and works in her home 

studio.

Woven Memories













Seaside Boulevard corner Coral Way, Mall of Asia Complex, 

Pasay City 1300, Philippines 

Tel.: +632 8833 9999 Email: conradmanila@conradhotels.com 

Website: www.conradmanila.com

Of Art and Wine Woven Memories

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