Art matter: GAS The interior of Gravity Art Space featuring its inauguralexhibit ‘ALCOHOL’ Why does art matter? In distressing times, we see more value in art. It is escapist, but also restorative, evolutionary as it is revolutionary. As John Tusa once wrote, “The arts matter, because they...
They are taking arts and crafts to the next level Jestoni’s Ez Mil sketch and Noel’s Tom Holland paper cutting artwork There is no one formula to go viral on social media. But it sure is worth noting that uniqueness adds good points, so do humor (many vloggers bank on this) and cuteness (kitten...
Her music gained praises from stars such as Willow Smith and Tyler the Creator Over the years, social media has not just given an avenue for people all over the world an easy way to connect but also a golden ticket to success, particularly speaking, to fame. The rise of Facebook, Twitter,...
Marge Organo’s solo exhibition centers on her devotion to tinted glass and the Infant Jesus Marge Organo’s ‘Sto. Niño I’ and ‘Sto. Niño VII’ Filipinos’ devotion to the Sto. Niño goes deep into the history of Catholicism in the Philippines. In fact, it is among the earliest...
Artists share their vision of the world through this new campaign Bradley Zero Phillip is the founder of the UK-based multi-genre label Rhythm Section International We now live in a different world. In our new world, the old rules do not apply. Life isn’t about petrol, or oil, or gas, anymore. It...
The icon’s nude art collection includes the works of Mike Aquino, Arjay de Leon Navarro, and National Artist Vicente Manansala Last November 2020, Manila’s upper crust bid a bittersweet farewell to the party icon that was Louie Cruz . Best known for his dinners, soirées, and celebrations, him...
No matter how many times they put us in awkward situations, it is never okay to shame titas. It seems like the weird continues in the field of food marketing with the release of Julie's Bakeshop's 40th anniversary campaign. The ad features two aunties being "tita shamed" at the gym while doing...
Netflix and chill should be special and extra purposeful this time Have you ever wondered why every year Catholics from all over the world devote time to observe one of the most tragic tales in history? Well, aside from the drama that comes with it, Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and death teaches us...
Kim Roy, Giovanni De La Rosa, and Mark Angelo Lagrana reflect on the image of Jesus Christ through their paintings During the many reenactments of Jesus Chirst’s last moments before his crucifixion, there is a scene that is vividly remembered by many Catholics—St. Veronica wiping the...
The 13th year redefines the role of regional filmmakers in this pandemic By Rica Arevalo ‘A house in pieces’ by Jean Claire Dy and Manuel Domes With cinemas closed, festivals have resorted to online streaming. The 2021 Cinema Rehiyon, a striving local festival catering to a niche audience, is...
Prepare to see seven of the country's heritage churches With many Filipinos posting #ECQSeason2 on social media, it also seems like we are about to get a second take of our Holy Week observation at home. No communal pabasa , evening processions, and even public senakulos . While many Lenten...
From mess to message GREEN ARTIST Gilbert Calderon Angeles, cofounder of Green Artz In the age of information and the advent of technology many of us are becoming better informed about our environmental problems. The earth is dying and, with it, mankind. Who knows the pandemic may just be connected...
