Pre-colonial Bisaya Nimona with shapeshifting Philippine animals
Just watched an awesome computer-animated flim called Nimona. Fell in love with her character, so I drew her decked out in gold… and more.
Art
Staying cool with sorbetes art
Sorbetes come in colorful carts that keep them cool. The scoops are just as colorful, so I decided to draw some of my favorite flavors.
Baybayin in public places and shops
From murals to street signs, baybayin has seen a resurgence the past few years. Here are some photos of baybayin I’ve seen on the street.
New art for Philippine Eagle Week
Adding new Philippine Eagle illustrations to my Philippine Wildlife Art project, and exhibiting small prints of them in Quezon City.
Jeepney art photos
A collection of photos of beautiful jeepney art I’ve seen. This includes designs and characters from movies, comics, religion and more.
Bakunawa in Badlit, or Sulat Bisaya
After finishing a workshop on ancient Bisaya writing systems, I applied it to my latest artwork featuring the Bakunawa.
The Manila Metropolitan Theater & the Neo-ethnic Encantada
Visited this 90-year-old and newly-renovated art deco theater that survived World War 2, while watching a show by a National Artist.
Ang Ink’s children’s illustration exhibit at the UP Fine Arts
Check out some beautiful illustrations by members of Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan (INK) at UP Diliman’s Fine Arts building.
Illustration work for “The Bitter Melon”
Illustrated this book about a little ampalaya or bitter melon navigating their feelings. A great children’s book on mental health awareness.
Stickers & more by Filipino artists at Komiket
Meet some of the talented artists I saw at Paskomiket 2022. Many of the art they made had witty Filipino puns and amazing designs.