“I look forward to a pageant in which fashion will be one of the things that will be given importance. Not only the creations but the creator themselves,” Design Council head of Miss Universe Philippines Albert Andrada tells Manila Bulletin Lifestyle . “The MUP will serve as a platform...
Bayanihan nowadays goes beyond that iconic image of Filipinos carrying a bahay kubo . This pandemic has challenged every Filipino not just to dodge the virus, but to also show compassion to everyone. And as many Filipino entrepreneurs are trying to keep their business afloat, we can say that today,...
It’s the grandest showroom of the best and the brightest—and the latest—in Philippine design and crafts “What we present to you is the first step into our digital future,” said Pauline Suaco-Juan , executive director of the Center for International Trade, Expositions, and...
Facts in the game world of 'Ghost of Tsushima' "Ghost of Tsushima" By Karl R. De Mesa Games set in Japan, so hot right now. If you’re a gamer then you’ve likely been traipsing through the play worlds of video games like "Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice or Shenmue 3" for the past year. So you have...
Even before the crisis, many of us have already been fighting an invisible enemy. These days, with all the anxiety and stress caused by everything that has been happening all over the world, it is crucial to have a good and unashamed discussion about mental health. According to the Department of...
The artist creates a trajectory from anxiety to hope By SC FOJAS Interface In Jaime Gubaton ’s exhibit “Chaos and Awe,” consisting mostly of realistic and 3D-like portraits of women, a painting of a man stands out. This man, with his face in profile and mouth closed, will look at you directly...
Pandemic or not, we ought to keep the country's exotic creatures alive While the pandemic continues to halt much of they country's activities, there is one issue that remains within the hands of humankind to change—the future of endangered species. This month, we are reminded of that when we bid...
Artists Jaime Gubaton and Anna Bautista channel positivity and consumerism in a pandemic-stricken world in their art. ONGOING: ‘Chaos and Awe’ VENUE: Altro Mondo Creative Space, 1159, Chino Roces Ave., San Antonio Village, Makati City “Chaos and Awe” was born from artist Jaime Gubaton’s...
SM City Baguio empowers local artists and craftsmen through different programs and initiatives Local artists and craftsmen across the country are among those who are badly hit by the pandemic. And to help them, SM City Baguio kicks off its “Adivay: Celebrating Culture & Heritage” program....
Having art online is not new. And with the changing times, the art scene has fully embraced the digital world, from its social events and galleries to auctions. This weekend is another testament to that as León Gallery launches a two-day online auction, showcasing the best art pieces and modern...
Si Rizal o ang heneral, mam ili ka! Puppets are among the many forms of art that are loved not just for their design, but also for their charm and ability to entertain. According to the World Encyclopedia of Puppetry Arts, the puppet tradition in the Philippines started in the late 19th...
58 Minutes in Driftland brings a story that rings true to the life of the Filipino youth and immigrants A coming-of-age story about belongingness, taking a stand against the odds, in an alternative realm where both dreams and nightmares reign—that’s the premise of Filipina author I.S.A....
