He is the only Filipino included in the ‘Strive for Perfection: The Official Platinum Jubilee Edition’ book Bejeweled wonders—that’s how many described the sculptures of Filipino artist Ivan Co. They’re such majestic creations that they made their way to a book honoring the 70-year legacy...
Casa Bella hosts a limited-run exhibit that bends space and time—and exposes everything in between Art and furniture design collide in this latest exhibit by contemporary sculptor Jinggoy Buensuceso. The show is part of Casa Bella Home and Living’s anniversary celebration and is held at the...
The war of the Keshi toys Animes, mangas, and toys were the things that made childhood exciting for many Filipinos. Play times were scheduled around the timeslot of their favorite shows. Illustrations in mangas widen their imagination. And if they got hungry, they depend on the one-peso snacks they...
A measure aiming to grant cash incentives plus other non-monetary benefits to filmmakers, literary writers and performing artists who have won formal international acclaim has moved forward in the House of Representatives. (Mari Gimenez/ Unsplash) Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte, a...
'The Christmas Toys' has the makings of a classic Christmas story, and indeed, deserves a place in the bookshelves of all families. The first time I read "Peter Pan," I was maybe eight or nine years old. I was wonderstruck. Peter Pan, Wendy, The Lost Boys, Tinkerbell – the denizens of Neverland,...
Now on its second year, the exhibit features 20+ galleries Expect nothing less with “The Manila’Bang: Contemporary Art, The Manila Way,” show. Partnering with more than 20 galleries from across the country, the contemporary art show returns in Festival Mall Alabang this Dec. 8 to 11, 2022...
Soliman Cruz, Bart Guingona, and Noel Sto. Domingo give thrilling performances on international waters The pandemic has given our “small” actors big roles in the international art film arena. We have Dolly de Leon in Triangle of Sadness , Stefanie Arianne in Plan 75 , Chai Fonacier in Nocebo ,...
Experience gratitude in Martin Nieto’s artistic treasures Not all artists are lucky when it comes to the motivation department. Aside from motivating yourself, sometimes you need it to come from people around you, to feel seen, to feel supported, to feel appreciated. When visual artist Martin...
Project AMORsolo exhibit at The Manila Hotel Art Gallery (Photo by Richard Lo) “It is our way of thanking them for their support. In a way, it’s like giving back, and for the artwork, it’s just like going home,” shared Leslie Leshen Araujo, president and LAN (LEGO Ambassador Network)...
The House Committee on Basic Education and Culture on Tuesday, Nov. 29, approved two bills that would strengthen students’ access to a creative arts track in secondary school and would improve the welfare of public school teachers through the creation of new teaching positions with higher salary...
Any guesses why? We are about to bid farewell to 2022 because many "Word of the Year" from various dictionary titles are now starting to pop up. Among the first ones to drop is Merriam-Webster. Photo from Unsplash.com And guess what? Its word of the year is none other than "Gaslighting."...
The acclaimed Spanish artist passed away at age 94 Acclaimed Spanish artist Betsy Westendorp died on Nov. 23, Wednesday at age 94. News of her demise was confirmed by Instituto Cervantes de Manila through a social media post , which noted that the artist passed away at her home in Aravaca in...
