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I mold, I shape, I sculpted the earth clay.

2012-01-21T16:32:00.000-08:00

I was very lucky to have a firsthand experience in pottery making today. It was fun and a very creative experience. After that painful art of tattooing last few weeks ago now I’m into playing with mud and dirt.

So, together with my Design students we went to a local pottery shop in San Roque, Albur. Kuya (by which I forgot to ask the name, could it be Junnalyn? It’s the pottery shop’s name) prepared the clay mud for us. After massing it up with water and removing a few roots and unnecessary objects he then grinds it to make the mud finer. He makes a demo with a few pots for the students and by the looks of it seem like the process was easy. Imagine shaping the pot with your mudded hands and forming it to the desired round or conical shapes with only your bare hand and of course with constant sprinkling of water.

After a few turns it’s my moment of truth. I step into the turn table which was manually operated by pushing the molder with the hands then eventually with your foot. At first it went a bit ok but as soon you get to the complicated parts it became more difficult to manipulate. Then you need to have a soft yet firm hands to be able to mold the shape and lastly a since of symmetry to achieve a balance form.

Ok, mine didn’t go fine. After a few tries I finally give up.

I decide to sculpt and mold the clay without the aid of the turn table. Luckily I made a few pieces. By which we have leave the products in Kuya’s shop for weeks to let it completely dry before cooking it to a very big oven.

With this experience, a realization came to me. There is no job that’s too easy and there are no lesser kind of work. I just can imagine the efforts of Kuya to finished one pot, I even give up to making mine how much more producing a dozen?

Jokingly I told my student, “Now you know it’s not easy to make just one pot so never break the garden pots at your home.”

Life in a fast Lane

2012-01-02T19:24:00.000-08:00

Life isn’t like the one in the song that goes “it’s a fast line” or is it?

Been out of the country for two years and back for a year now but it’s just a span of like few months and you can’t help to wonder what I’ve been up to for those passing 365 days?

Luckily I have some photos that says where I been to, how I look and what are the hair styles I sort. Personally the first four months was the fun and enjoyable part, and then few more months of going penniless and sorting jobs, the last quarter shall I say are the busiest days of my year. Ok, let’s not make the talk too long let the pictures tell you more of the story.

Bohol Arts Festival 2011: It’s not too late to talk about it?

2011-12-29T22:51:00.000-08:00

The midst of the busy preparations way back two months ago together with the other organizers on a late evening meeting, a question just pop up, “are we going to continue with these?”
Well, the answer was a sounding YES and last December 16-18, 2011 the first artist run, artist initiated festival took place. I was talking about the culminated Bohol Arts Fest 2011 that just ended a few weeks ago. It’s never too late to blog about this right?
So I am going to share the best parts that I love during the festival. I am definitely part of the organizing committee so it’s kinda hard to enjoy the event when you’re part of the back stage person but I do have some favorite parts and it’s a different perspective from the back.

Day 1
We all know it’s the registration part at the morning and the opening proper in the afternoon but what you all don’t know was that the putting up of the banners and the setting up of the stage was made in a rush. I was there around 4 in the morning of December 16, 2011, first day for the Christmas dawn mass and first day of the 5 months preparation for the festival. I was on my feet early that day setting up our installation exhibit. The pieces of bamboos from Joey save me, just like the way I plan it, mask on stick of thick bamboos on the ground. Eric, who did not sleep, finished touching up the bamboos on the side of the stage before he rest eyes that dawn breaks. So the rest goes… the tarpaulins run late on printing, the banners needs to hang and one more tent needs to be put up. The list goes on what things needs to be finished and what needs to be done but it was a work on progress.
So it was time for the opening program… “What was that?” “Where are the performers?” “Are the Keynote speakers coming?” everyone in the backstage was in panic mode. Thanks to Tweng’s performance it saved the whole of the program. Why not? Can you imagine a performer gone wild in the middle of the drum beat, in the middle of the crow, spread some red paints on his body and dance like nobody’s around? To add up his chanting “What is art?” and asking the crowd to go crazy with him, expect the unexpected every time Tweng performs and like we were crazy of the things he might do.
Lastly for that day was the opening of the curated art exhibit. And yeah, the speaker, Sir Sio Montera was not able to show up because of the typhoon that was causing the slight rain and the cancelation of all sea travels. The program was kept simple, cutting of the ribbon and then viewing of the paintings. The guests were the same persons present at the opening program. Back stage spoilers, the artworks were not all yet displayed, if lucky enough you might spot Roi Ferre putting up his artworks on the other side. It wasn’t that strictly curated after all, some paintings were just fillers.

Day 2
Unlike the first day where the hassle and rumble of the registration booth due to lacking of printed IDs and kits that were not properly hand outs much worries were encountered. Where the heck is the sound system? Like it was supposed to be a festival with music and live sounds. Arts demo should have started in minutes ago but what is going on? The banners where still not yet ready and some just arrive yet so we started hanging them, while the performers “Barrio Amigo” started to roll out there short play as soon as the borrowed sound systems were set up. I missed the short film forum that was running at the Meridian Hotel so I can’t say how it all went. Where I am? I am at the Plaza stuck with the on-going competitions.
Afternoon came and preparations for the photography exhibit was not yet over, 3 in the afternoon we call out some crowd to witness the ribbon cutting of the exhibit at the National Musuem. Big thanks to Sir Ric Ramasola for gracing the occasion even thou he had a small disappointments with us. Then in the evening, speakers from UP Cebu for the morning film forum arrived so we had to gather again some audience for they brought with them some sweet short films. Oh! Indeed it was sweet… but not for the minors, those who were there, you know what I mean. It opens the eyes literally wide open of the participants and some were encourage to continue doing short films, big thanks to Ara and Christian!
When we were done at the Meridian Hotel the cultural evening show was already starting and the moment that welcomes us was the splendid performance from Diwanag Dancers, no wonder they were sent to China, it was an amazing dance number they put up! There were several singers and performers that evening that just made the passing public watch and mused but it does not end there, the party continues at the City Gardens where bands of different genre performed. I got it from there, my fever! Stress out and tired body plus a bottle of strong beer equals a hang over and a fever.

Day 3
Trying to wake up early when you staying late and drunk were really difficult. I had no choice for the forum on Industrial Design would start at 8 AM. I run here and there trying to prepare the venue, “Where’s the LCD projector?”, “Are the mics Ok?” blah blah blah… it never stops there. A few more minutes my colleague and my speaker for that morning arrived. “Where are the participants?” then I realized only a few sign up for the forum. Meanwhile Sir Sio arrived at the same hall with the expectation that they will have the forum in the same area. Ok, so what happened? The forum went on with booth the participants for Industrial Design and Visual Arts forum in one hall. Sir Miki gives at least an hour talk about Industrial Design and the rest of the morning went to Sir Sio for Visual arts.
It does not end there yet. Everything was moved so was the program. The workshops on Print making and mixed media went on the afternoon for at least 2 hours with the short time the participant’s enjoyment was cut short for we have to start what I consider the boring moment of the day, The Artist Talk. It was supposedly tailored for the audience but what happen was it became a discussion of boring topics where some of the high school participants can’t relate to it. Oh well lets skip that part!
Then we have dinner, a budget tight dinner for everyone. 2 pieces of Siomai and a piece of Puso (rice wrap in coconut leaf). Honestly it could have been more if the food was properly coordinated, the barbeque for everyone was not done and the other stuffs were left, my apologies to the participants. I even forgot I have a fever. I had to prepare the winners for the contest and the prizes as well. The program which went like unprepared look more of a talk show between Tweng and Glenn.

I'm in the film

2011-12-26T21:42:00.000-08:00

I really loved films and since i was a kid i have been a coach potato. No wonder if acting on cameras for a shoot or for film i don't give a damn hesitations. So when a friend, Roi, called out for casting i volunteered myself.

Take a peek of what Roi got for the Silak Film Festival 2011, as part of the Bohol Arts Festival 2011. "Seraphim" is his entry and won the prize for the best in original score.

Check out my first cameo role... :)
(oh! its the english version by the way)

For Every Woman

2011-03-12T23:22:00.000-08:00

Just wanna share a read from the compilation of literary i had when i was still in my college days...

For Every Woman
by: Nancy Smith

For every woman who is tired of acting weak when she knows she is strong, there is a man who is tired of appearing strong when he feels vulnerable.

For every woman who is tired of acting dumb, there is a man who is burdened with the constant expectation of knowing everything.

For every woman who is tired of being called an emotional female, there is a man who is denied the full right to weep and be gentle.

For every woman who feels tied down by her children, there is a man who is denied the full pleasure of shared parenthood.

For every woman who is denied meaningful employment and equal pay, there is a man who must bear the full financial responsibility for another human being.

For every woman who has not been taught the intricacies of an automobile, there is a man who was not taught the satisfaction of cooking.

For every woman who takes a step towards her own liberation, there is a man who finds that the way to freedom has been a little easier.

"Baji"

2011-03-09T01:04:00.000-08:00

The opening night of the all Boholana artist exhibit at HNU Museum was a hit success! It was well participated by the contributing artist and friends. As part o f the Women’s Month Celebration Asia Center for Sustainable Future and Women’s Development Center in association with the Holy Name University Photographic Museum and the Office of Hon. Godofreda O. Tirol work together to make this lucid dream real.

To note the exhibit had gathered 43 artist all together come up with each masterpiece displayed in the area. composed of literary works, film, photography, digital and traditional paintings as well as performers.

Kudos to the organizers! may it will be done annually to create awareness on the issues that women of today are facing.

Baji

2011-03-05T15:34:00.001-08:00

This post excites me.. not only its about women but the upcoming exhibition is something to watch out for.. an all Boholana Artist exhibiting there purest works of artistic craft.

You will never see them altogether gathered like this. They don't only love shopping they love arts too!

A Glimpse of Urban Hongkong

2011-01-21T17:39:00.000-08:00

Yes! Hong Kong...

Before i set foot on my homeland i had the very rare opportunity to take a glimpse of Urban Hongkong for 20 hours. It was an unplanned trip but yet it was a nnice way to end the year.

Last December 29, 2010 i had a stop over at the Place where high rise buildings and shopping centers flocked a very small island, Hong Kong. And like the trip i had in Singapore obviously i took some photos of the Urban place and its Art pieces...

Here are some of the Photos i had:

Meeting Visuals

2010-11-22T11:24:00.000-08:00

Hey! I'm not blogging for months now..
here is another blog worthy artist that i've meet a long time ago..

Linzy Kokoska-Brarou

Just recently i was formally introduce to her world of Visual designs and it mesmerized me... Enchanted or inspiring? What ever words that would describe it
surely made me unleashed the artist me again..

Here are some of her note worthy stuffs:

to know more about her visit this link:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/34653906/Linzy-Kokoska-Visual-Artist-Culture-SHOUT-July2010

Jumping into the bandwagon

2010-10-23T13:51:00.000-07:00

I don't know what went on me when i saw one of my friend's photo entry for the National Geographics Asia fan page in Facebook i got the hype "must join it" sensation.

Why not? theres no harm in trying and a canon 550D camera is at stake ( although im satisfied with my Olympus). I posted some entries and try hard not to peddle my entry. (still trying!)

But who can resist? if the judging is base on the number of likes you get from other fans, what are the chances of winning for the very good ones in the not so most liked side? well, we leave that to the organizers... and by chance you have a Facebook you can check out my entry and try to like it if you find it interesting..

heres how..

first like this page http://www.facebook.com/pages/National-Geographic-Channel-Asia/129231660431299?v=wall

then like my entry http://www.facebook.com/notes.php?id=129231660431299¬es_tab=app_2347471856#!/photo.php?pid=1382946&o=all&op=1&view=all...&subj=129231660431299&id=1618816047

and

http://www.facebook.com/notes.php?id=129231660431299¬es_tab=app_2347471856#!/photo.php?pid=1386669&o=all&op=1&view=all&subj=129231660431299&id=1618816047

attempt on 3D

2010-09-30T06:54:00.001-07:00

I am not so good at doing 3d stuffs. yet one will agreee with me if you find some helpfull software taht can aid you with any attempts. Thanks to this Smithmicro Poser 8! it gives the slight chances of being good in 3d even though i am still a novice at least i am learning. hehehe..

here take a sampler of what i've come up. Enjoy!

The Light!

2010-09-02T04:18:00.000-07:00

I know light painting is sooo over the years in the scene and lately it becomes a hit again.. thanks to so called consumer priced digital cameras and digital slr everybody can enjoy the fun that this technique in photography brings.

This technique is not that hard to achieve though the beauty and the attraction value depends on your creativity. If you had a dslr camera all you need is a tripod and a pin light or pin lights in various colors. Hit the shutter speed to bulb setting or the lowest second shutter speed your camera offers (this goes for the digital cameras as well since it doesn't offer the bulb setting option, well, your lucky if it does) then make sure you mount the cameras on the Tripod (to avoid extra shakes and to achieve sharp quality pics). The moment you hit the shutter button start painting your object using the pin light. Just a note, its better to trace an object with the pin light since drawing in the air is a bit difficult.

Well, heres what i have done...

Tooth ache feels like..

2010-08-30T01:14:00.000-07:00

Digital Painting (Art Rage)
"Attack of the Worms"

Art from within

2010-08-22T08:09:00.000-07:00

With the nature of my work, i have been exposed to different kinds of people, different personality and different approach to living. But among these clients i can say what i like to entertain most are the ones that are friendly and are not hard to please. Ironically you can never expect an artist to have such kind of attitude.

But Leon D. differs. He started with a simple inquiry about making pins and to having his pins made from us. Then i started to get amazed and be fascinated with his designs. (I keep one for souvenir sake :p )
Until i get acquainted with his art.

A graffiti, modern street art, or muralist thats the technique and style he had develop. a mixture of pop and surrealism rendered with airbrush, paints and etc. The canvass, a great wall.

Here are a piece of what he can do...

Will be watching for more updates on this guy!

i haven't seen a koi

2010-08-09T14:15:00.000-07:00

digital painting/water color

(art rage2)

Happy Birthday Comics

2010-05-18T02:21:00.000-07:00

Pics to Comic style illustrations

2010-03-30T03:54:00.000-07:00

Okiez, I'm not a film critic here nor making a review for a movie, it just happen that when we talk about something art+collate from the point of view of this movie i say its worth a blog.

Gentlemen Broncos. I never had the nerve to watch this movie after i finished downloading it (its genre says comedy) maybe because i am too afraid to indulge in a flick that i may found disappointing (after watching a Serious Man. itunes recommended this one and say i made a try.

Luckily, thumbs up for this one. Gentlemen Broncos explores the creativity and talent of a young boy in Sci-fi novels. Let's say he is gifted with the writing craft. Yes, its settled in a 1970s or 1980s plot and the movie seems like a sitcom yet what attracts me is the other detail. The composing of Art cover for a novel. Even the opening credits where it showcase various art covers of different novels rendered in 70s (or 80s) where sooo fascinating.

Blah, blah, blah... the story also explores plagiarism issues, the start of low budget films and film adaptation problems. Well, shall i say just check out the movie so that you will understand what i mean.

Why are children's book good for designers

2010-02-19T14:53:00.000-08:00

Why are children's book good for designers?

I found it helpful and informative...

Fishtangled

2010-02-17T11:46:00.000-08:00

What kind of Fish are you? When my ball pen starts to move... i drew you.
The lines seems to be so waving like the ocean and yet your so fishy neat.

School of Fish

2010-02-17T11:29:00.000-08:00

somebody emailed this to me..i can't stop myself sharing it to all..as cool as the ocean underneath check out this amazing photos!

Excellent Underwater animal Photography

100 % recycled

2010-02-17T03:42:00.000-08:00

Smart and Funny
100% recycled.

Cast

2010-02-07T11:42:00.000-08:00

Acrylic on (Commercial Printing) Canvass
18" x 23"

She sway her arms and call upon the dark forces around her.
The entire castle was covered with dark clouds and vines with poisonous thorns starts to grow. No one knows what happened that day but one thing is certain the entire palace and the village people were all asleep.

fabrica de kama

2010-02-06T11:00:00.001-08:00

fabrica de kama
Originally uploaded by art+collate

The colors of traditional arabsque design.
There patterns and there fabrics.
There design and style.

Birds in Color

2010-02-06T10:51:00.000-08:00

i dunno whats the name or the kind of species these birds are but one thing is certain they are sooo colorfull. But the sad thing here...what are they doing in the cage? They should be free and spreading there beauty to the wild. Yes, i capture this photo in a flea Market and there are lots of wonderful creatures (birds, rabbits, rodents, etc.) being sold and i think illegally transacted. How pitiful...

I paint my emotion..

2010-02-03T13:02:00.000-08:00

Circular Attainment
Acrylic on (Commercial Printing) Canvas
18" x 23"

Just random splat of colors, 3 brush held together, and confuse mind.

She was in my mind. I was thinking of leaving. I saw him. They were happy. I was thinking of her. She did not showed up. I was jealous. I am Confused. Then again She was in my mind. I was thinking of leaving. I saw him. They were happy. I was thinking of her. She did not showed up. I was jealous. I am Confused. Then again She was in my mind. I was thinking of leaving. I saw him. They were happy. I was thinking of her. She did not showed up. I was jealous. I am Confused. Then again She was in my mind. I was thinking of leaving. I saw him. They were happy. I was thinking of her. She did not showed up. I was jealous. I am Confused. Then again She was in my mind. I was thinking of leaving.