SIMON SANTIAGO TE
1603/MNL
VISUAL ARTIST + DIRECTOR

The work I do focuses on making messages clear and simple. Able to distill complex ideas and connect with a wide range of audiences no matter the industry.

I’m also a persistent learner with more than a decade of experience in brand building, creative communications, and product development. The level of understanding across a wide range of industries and communities allows me to iterate in context with the cultural zeitgeist.

*Currently accepting consultancy, experience, and installation work.


Exhibition

Stills + Stories
Kapitana Gallery, Bacolod City, Philippines
May 07-28, 2019

Dreams Come True
Mirror Studio, Makati City, Philippines
February 29, March 01, 07, & 08, 2020

In Pursuit of Less
Eskinita Gallery, Makati City, Philippines
July 30 - August 23, 2022

Immersive Art : Of Echoes and Currents
Green Sun, Makati City, Philippines
October 26, 2024
Curated by Ayni Nuyda

Pag-Uruli : Anniversary Show
Balay Kobo, Las Pinas City, Philippines
January 26, 2025
Curated by Aya Cabauatan

Fotomoto I/Land
Ayala Museum, Makati City, Philippines
February 01- 23 , 2025
Curated by Stephanie Frondoso, Jessica Lim, Ng Swan Ti, Chelsea Chua, Neil Oshima, Tom Epperson, Wawi Navarroza, and Lourdes Abella Samson.

Newfolk 
Communa, Makati City, Philippines
April 05 - 12, 2025
Curated by Gabriel Lichauco


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01 ART & OBJECT



Installation, Sculpture, Art Prints 00/22-24 

My hands get antsy when only working with one material. It feels as though they itch for a variety of toil. Sometimes I feel this is a curse as much as it is a blessing -- A collection of artwork in various mediums. Intstallation, sculpture, and art prints. 

Some of these pieces are available for sale. Please reach out for inquries.

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02 ESCOLTA MEMORY BOX



Spatial Installation 10/23 

For the First United Building’s 75th anniversary, I was commissioned to design an instillation in honor of the buildings dynamic history.

*Created in conjuction with Escolta Block Party.

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03 SPOTIFY HOUSE



Experience & Spatial Design 04/23 

In collaboration with Spotify SEA, we launched Spotify House in the Philippines. A mutli-leveled musical experience that celebrate both local and international acts acrouss a variety of generes.

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04 PRANCA SALA



Experience & Spatial Design 11/23 

For the jewelry brand’s first physical activation, we opened the doors to Pranca : Sala. A fleeting retail pop-up that showcased all of the brand’s 7 collections to close clientelle and dear new faces.

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05 SPOTIFY KALYE X



Experience & Spatial Design 08/23 

To launch their biggest Hip Hop campaign in the Philippines, Spotify commissioned an “industry night” for the Philippine hip hop scene. Creating an exclusive event that celebrates the people that have built the community and the people that are stoking a new fire.

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06 FRIENDS OF FRIENDS

 

Experience & Spatial Installation 09/23 

What do people gather for? Friends of Friends is an event that sought to understand what brings people together. 

An ambiguous multi-sensory experience.

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07 JOURNAL



 Writing & Photography 09/23

I write a lot. But they often fall through the cracks. Here, I collect my thoughts over some themes that matter to me.

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08 FILM PRACTICE



Motion Picture 00/13-23 
I’ve been practicing film for more than a decade, telling stories in the form of documentaries, music videos, fashion films, and TV commercials.

Here is a collection of some of my favorite projects. 

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In gentle connection.