Art is a transformative force that finds itself redefined with every passing generation. These days, there’s a multitude of established art styles that have taken the world by storm, but none more so than street art. Street art finds its origins in the art of graffiti. Early street artists found...
HIS LEGACY LIVES ON Even decades since we lost him, Kurt Cobain's music continues inspire future generations in standing up against the norm (Photo from Nirvana's 'MTV Unplugged in New York') Kurt Cobain would have been 58 today. Most of his followers tend to think about what could have...
Dressed in a plain polo shirt, classic washed-out jeans, thick eyeglasses, and a sling laptop bag, Johannes Chua—our then-Property section editor—would stride hurriedly through the hallways of the Manila Bulletin, heading straight to his desk to begin editing without missing a beat. Johannes...
A GRIPPING TALE 'Sunshine' follows the story of a cheerleader finding out about her pregnancy The first quarter of 2025 looks promising for two homegrown films, "Kono Basho" and "Sunshine." Both were recognized internationally in two European film festivals. "Kono Basho" is the...
PAKYAWAN, acrylic on canvas, 24x30 inches, 2025 Sonny Palles, one half of the dynamic duo behind “Tales of the Trade,” brought a raw, visceral energy to the exhibit. Together with Patrick Esmao, they captured the everyday struggles and triumphs of Filipino vendors and street dwellers....
On March 27, 2025, ten women artists were celebrated as the best of the best at SM Aura as Sining Filipina held its awarding ceremony and opened its exhibit. Co-presented by Chinabank and SM Supermalls for the benefit of the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs, Sining Filipina is the...
Photojournalists are more than just photographers. Through their lenses, they become historians, capturing images that are powerful, engaging, and deeply moving. They play an integral role in newsrooms and help bridge gaps through visual storytelling. Noel Celis (Photo from worldpressphoto.org)...
Life is a constant pursuit of things that bring us happiness. It can be as grand as a fulfilling career and a meaningful role in society or as simple as passion projects that allow us to enjoy, grow, and even heal. Inha Arceo All of these are encapsulated in Inha Arceo’s life as an artist. Her...
USTPH director Parfan at the Asia Stage Books published by the UST Publishing House (USTPH) were featured on the exhibit and in the official catalogs of the National Book Development Board (NBDB) for the Frankfurter Buchmesse (FBM), the largest book trading and rights selling fair in the...
(Photos from Ross Capili | Instagram) Ross Capili is an artist best known for his abstract artworks. Having started in his teenage years, his art continues to shine decades later for its vivid imagery. To this day, he hones his craft by taking his work on a global scale as he presents his...
A recent alarming rise in images copying the iconic Studio Ghibli style has taken over social media. It comes after OpenAI's ChatGPT released a new function that allows users to generate AI images. Several artists online have since dug up a clip of Studio Ghibli co-founder Hayao...
The TOYCON SUMMER PRELUDE marks the start of our 22nd year, and the entire TOYCON PH community is heading to the Okada Manila's Crystal Pavilion on March 29 and 30, 2025! TOYCON's very first summer event brings together toy enthusiasts, collectors, and creators to celebrate the artistry and...
