In celebration of the Iloilo Arts Festival this October, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo has launched Dumdumanon: Seeing Iloilo—Moments of a City, Seen and Remembered, a solo photography exhibition by multimedia artist Babak Niaraki. The showcase also supports Iloilo Business Park’s recognition as the city’s Center of Arts and Culture.
Derived from the Hiligaynon word meaning “to remember” or “recollect,” Dumdumanon brings together photographs that capture the shared memories, everyday rhythms, and cultural character of Iloilo City.
An Iranian artist who has made Iloilo his home, Niaraki offers a distinctive perspective shaped by his journey from outsider to insider. His photographs capture both the city’s vibrant celebrations, including the colorful pageantry of the Dinagyang Festival, and the quieter, unscripted moments that define local life.
Through vivid imagery, the collection invites visitors to experience the rhythm of the sadsad, the bustling atmosphere of the Central Market, and the refreshing breeze and tranquility of Iloilo’s coastal waters. Beyond documenting familiar scenes, the photographs celebrate the people, places, and everyday experiences that give the growing city its distinctive identity.
Where Art Meets Enriching Experiences
For Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, hosting Dumdumanon is an opportunity to celebrate Niaraki’s artistry while strengthening the hotel’s commitment to enriching guest experiences through authentic local culture.
“Just as Babak’s photos effortlessly bridge the gap between Iloilo’s high-energy celebrations and its quiet, soulful rhythms, Richmonde strives to elevate every facet of a guest’s stay—delivering memorable hospitality not only through grand gatherings, but also in serene retreats,” said Lucille Pedroso, Richmonde’s Assistant Director of Sales. “So, we invite everyone to visit the hotel to reminisce and rediscover Iloilo anew through Babak’s lenses.”
The exhibition offers guests and visitors an opportunity to reconnect with the city through Niaraki’s photographs, discovering familiar sights and everyday moments from a fresh perspective.
Dumdumanon: Seeing Iloilo—Moments of a City, Seen and Remembered runs until November 6, 2026, at the lobby of Richmonde Hotel Iloilo. The large-format photographs on display are also available for purchase.
For inquiries, contact Richmonde Hotel Iloilo at (033) 328 7888 or (0917) 580 9058. The hotel is located at Megaworld Boulevard corner Enterprise Road, Iloilo Business Park, Mandurriao, Iloilo City.
For more information, visit richmondehoteliloilo.com.ph.
