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December 18,2025 Graduation held at the the National Library of the Philippines

In the heart of Manila, the National Library of the Philippines shines as a guardian of heritage. Here, Sanfo 101’s Basic Workshop has opened doors to discovery and skill, guiding participants from fundamentals to practice with passion and dedication.

Graced by Assistant Director Edgardo B. Quiros and Ms. Maricel Diaz, OIC Filipiniana Division, today’s celebration honors not only achievement but also commitment—the graduates’ pledge to safeguard culture and inspire generations. This is more than a graduation; it is the start of a journey where knowledge becomes service, and skill becomes legacy.

This is more than a closing chapter—it is the opening of countless possibilities. May your passion for conservation light the way for generations, transforming knowledge into service and skill into legacy. It also marks a historic milestone—the first graduate under the Sanfo 101 and the National Library of the Philippines collaboration—symbolizing a new chapter in art conservation and restoration in the country.

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And it’s a wrap!

The Advanced Art Conservation and Restoration Workshop officially concluded on December 10,2025, at LWUA with a culminating exhibit showcasing the artworks painstakingly restored by participants as part of their final requirement.

Training began last August 7, 2025, in partnership with the Local Water Utilities Administration, Museo Diocesano de Pasig, and the National Library of the Philippines. The awarding ceremony was graced by LWUA’s Head of Property Management Department, Engr. Jocelyn Guce, Atty. Evecar Cruz-Ferrer, Litigation and Investigation Division and Engr. Rolando Tan, Officer in Charge, Property Control Division, who joined in recognizing the dedication, skill, and artistry demonstrated throughout the program.

Cheers to all who completed the workshop! Your restored works are proof that heritage lives on through your hands.

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On November 8, 2025, Sanfo 101, in proud partnership with the Quezon City Tourism Department, launched “Culture in Motion”—a foundational workshop on art restoration and conservation.

Held at the Meeting, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) Center in Quezon City, this initiative brings together emerging conservators, cultural workers, and heritage advocates of hands-on training and dialogue.

Running until March 7,2026, the program offers participants a rare opportunity to deepen their skills, engage with experts, and contribute to the preservation of our shared cultural legacy.

The energy is palpable. The curiosity is contagious. And the commitment to conservation is stronger than ever.

“Culture in Motion”—this is just the start of more exciting updates from this dynamic batch.

Sanfo 101. Pioneering workshops on art conservation & restoration in the Philippines

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Sanfo 101 in collaboration with the National Library of the Philippines welcomes the October 2025 Basic Art Conservation & Restoration class.

Yesterday, October 9,2025, marked the exciting launch of our Basic Art Conservation Workshop on Paintings and Paper at the National Library of the Philippines.

The afternoon sessions brimmed with curiosity and discovery as our newest students took their first steps into the world of conservation—learning to mix their very first cleaning and consolidation solutions. Guided by hands-on instruction and ethical grounding, they began to understand not just the chemistry, but the care and responsibility behind every intervention.

We’re proud to welcome this diverse group of museum staff, collectors, artists, enthusiasts, and cultural workers into the conservation community—and we’re excited for the journey ahead.

Sanfo 101. Pioneering workshops on art conservation & restoration in the Philippines.

Join the workshop on the Art of Restoration & Conservation of Paintings & Paper

This November 8, 2025, “Culture in Motion” takes root in a powerful collaboration between Sanfo 101, a pioneer in art conservation and restoration education in the Philippines, and the Quezon City Tourism Department, the city’s driving force for cultural and heritage development.

Join the Basic Art Restoration & Conservation on Paintings & Paper—an immersive training experience for museum professionals, conservators, and cultural advocates who understand that preservation demands presence, precision and progress.
This is more than training. It’s a movement. Because when culture moves, we move with it.

Training starts: November 8, 2025 until December 13, 2025, every Saturday from 9am to 12 pm.
Christmas break starts Dec. 20,2025.
Class resumes on January 10, 2026 until March 7, 2025

Venue: Breakout Room #1, Quezon City M.I.C.E Center
Workshop Fee: 35K for 15 sessions, inclusive of restoration kit and snacks

OPTIONAL:
Special Discount available for Early Bird registrants of the 2026 Advanced Class. Package includes:
- Advanced Training: 10 sessions, 3 hours per session
- One (1) slot to attend the 2026 Sanfo 101 & Art Conservation Education of the Netherlands, featuring:
- A one-day conference
- A five-day lecture series

SLOTS ARE LIMITED. REGISTER NOW!

Sanfo 101. Pioneering workshops on art restoration & conservation in the Philippines.

Sanfo 101 Advanced 3: A Day of Art Appreciation

Art Appreciation took center stage last September 25 for the Sanfo 101 Advanced 3 class, aligning with Sanfo’s commitment to nurturing discernment, cultural empathy, and ethical engagement with the arts. The National Museum served as both classroom and catalyst, presenting a spectrum of Philippine artistic expressions that challenged students to look beyond surface aesthetics.

Through guided observation and discussion, participants examined the interplay of technique, intention, and cultural context—deepening awareness of how technique and intention converge to express identity and cultural nuance.

Sanfo 101. Pioneering workshops on art conservation & restoration in the Philippines