Jopet Arias is a Manila-based contemporary artist and curator whose work explores "Metaphysical Art"—the intersection of the spirit, body, and soul. His practice is defined by Pagbubuklod (Binding), a philosophy focused on mending fragmented cultural histories and fostering community through "living archives."
Arias is a pioneer in integrating augmented reality (AR) with traditional painting to create immersive, post-internet aesthetics. Beyond his personal practice, he is a vital figure in the Philippine art infrastructure as the co-founder of the influential TLYR Collective, he led the group’s successful transition from special exhibitions to the main gallery section of Art Fair Philippines 2022-2025 building on a strong curatorial track record that includes major showcases like Habilin (2026).
"://still here, still accumulating_studies_home sweet home" Mixed Media On Paper 9" x 12" inches 2026
"://still here, still accumulating_studies_#7" Mixed Media On Paper 9" x 12" Inches 2026
"://home sweet home - studies" Mixed Media On Paper 11” x 15” inches 2026
"://still here, still accumulating_ Shhhhhh" Drawing On Paper 9" x 12" Inches 2026
"://Studies #6" Mixed Media On Paper Dimensions/Resolution: 9" x 12" 2026 Edition: 1 of 1 (Unique)
"://Still here, Still accumulating_one of one_ realization" Mixed Media On Paper (ballpoint pen, acrylic, graphite, pigment ink, gel pen, alcohol markers) 1.7 x 16.5 inches Edition: 1/1 2026
"From my heart…" Mixed Media Pn Paper 8” x 8” Inches (framed) 2025
"The Burning Heart – A Testament of Longing and Surrender" Digital illustration - remaster of 2016 painting 2025