Pre-colonial Bisaya Nimona with shapeshifting Philippine animals

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.

Surat Binisaya by Rolando O. Borrinaga

Surat Binisaya by Rolando O. Borrinaga

The book talks about ancient Philippine writing on different archaeological artifacts and how they were translated to Bisaya.

Baybayin in public places and shops

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.

Bakunawa in Badlit, or Sulat Bisaya

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.

Free Baybayin font, and how to type Baybayin letters and words

Free Baybayin font, and how to type Baybayin letters and words

My first Baybayin font is here, with some tips on how to write in Baybayin.

Maganda in Baybayin

Maganda in Baybayin

As I’ve been learning more and more Tagalog I’ve also been practicing Baybayin. Incorporating it in my art has helped me learn it even better.