‘ The direction that Mr. Sansó really wanted to help in the building of art in culture in the Philippines ’ Bayanihan reigns supreme in the local arts scene as well with artists and institutions helping one another to survive this pandemic. The latest to demonstrate that is Fundacion Sansó as...
Manila-based artist Pato presents his 'Super Prends' collection Country leaders, in many ways, are like superheroes—or ideally, at least. They protect and lead people, they have powers embedded in their jobs, and many believe in them. Assuming a role in the nation's government, however, comes...
When reality is more absurd than art Images from UPCFA Facebook page There are so many things that make us Filipinos and make our country unique from others. There's the spirit of bayanihan , where everyone takes action to help one another achieve a goal. Salu-salo is where a family or community...
"Why not? Open your eyes. Look around you. So much anger, sorrow, ugliness. And also madness." That is what Ang Kiukok said when he was asked why he often opted to feature disturbing images in his portraits. His Cubist-like works have depicted images of rabid dogs, screaming figures, crucifixion,...
Sustainability, as they say, ‘is key’—and in this community, it’s a reality Sustainability is an initiative no industry can escape. It is not a theme nor a trend, but a movement that everyone should take part in as it is for a cause bigger than anything in the world now. But having a less...
Patrick Cabral, Mansy Abesamis, John Ed De Vera, and Sarjit Singh create stunning paper artwork for the #LaCasaDePapelChallenge Saying that "Money Heist" is a global phenomenon is an understatement. The show has become a symbol for rebellion and a muse for many artists worldwide. With it being...
Here's what the new graphic novel is all about Filipino artist and comic book legend Alex Nino is set to launch a new graphic novel this month. The 81-year-old illustrator goes back to the drawing board as he creates the world envisioned by writer Jay Ignacio. ‘Alandal’ (Photo from Jay...
"Structures of Mutual Support," the Philippine s' exhibition at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2021, took home the Special Mention as National Participation honor last Aug. 30, 2021, the first-ever award for the Philippines from the prestigious event. Interior of ‘Structures of Mutual...
The 26-year-old artist and fashion designer walks us through his world of style and vintage illustrations Art is still alive even during times of a global health crisis. It may be a challenge for many artists to thrive as museums, galleries, and other institutions are pushed to close their doors,...
By CID REYES What hath this damn pandemic wrought? Whereto, mankind? On the second year of the quarantine and lockdown isolation, when we are wailing in despair and desolation, hanging on to the last vestige of sanity, Mother Nature deliberately gets herself into the act, deranging a volcano and...
Apart from its romantic plot, the movie gives a glimpse of Filipino expats' life in Faroe Islands Living in the picturesque Northern Atlantic, exploring a different culture, and a chance to build a new, better life—these are among the many reasons why Filipinos go continents away from the...
Not that you need more convincing If you are a proud K-drama fan then you should know that K-drama "Hometown Cha-cha-cha" is now on Netflix. Written by Shin Ha-eun and directed by Yoo Je-won, the romcom series follows the story of Yoon Hye-jin (Shin Min-a), a pragmatic dentist, who moved from Seoul...
