Dibuho sa Hangin (Art Exhibit)

A group show by young artists from Cavite, drawing out from various mediums and interests but collectively joined by their common interest in making art. The members of the loose group is generally comprised of members from Heraldo Filipino, De La Salle University-Dasmariñas’ official student publication, illustrators and graphic artists, and are patrons and enthusiasts of art events and happenings in the province.

ARTISTS:
Dustin Carbonera * Kenneth Marimon * Aldrian Navalta * Angelo Bagsic * Levy Serdoncillo * Julie Ann Dichiosa * Jumel Estrañero * Vicbert Maceda * Eric Diolola * Dan Saulog * Ros Veluz

Exhibit opens on January 6, 2010 (6pm)

Espasyo Siningdikato creatiVenue

Exhibit will run until January 22, 2010

Few Breed of Sounds @ Espasyo Siningdikato

Clip from our “Few Breed of Sounds” set. T.Y.’s to Jon Romero and Erick Calilan for the video.

Few Breed of Sounds

Experimentation in Sound Art Tradition (E.X.I.S.T.) and
Sonic Mind Fields Bookstore

in cooperation with

Espasyo Siningdikato creatiVEnue

present

“FEW BREED OF SOUNDS“
A Sound Art and Visual Night Fever

E.X.I.S.T. is pleased to welcome Filipino-born and Canadian-based guitarist and sound artist, Reuel Ordoñez a.k.a. Maggot Breeder, an experimental outfit and a long term ongoing experimental musical project. He will be joined by some homegrown electronic artists such as Eric Diolola + Jeanilyn Kwan, Washing Machine, Firefly Logic, Elemento and Marlon Magbanua, a performance artist, in a sound and visual night fever.

PERFORMERS:

Washing Machine is the duo of Stan Castelo and Gilbert Sanchez (Elemento). The group explores the possibilities of experimental electronic performance and improvisation.

Firefly Logic is an all-Filipino electro-ambient improvisation group composed of Eric and Abby. Formed in October 2008, the duo’s intention is to create music which is entirely in contract with their progressive band, fuseboxx. Their music is about expression through the use of electronic instruments (mainly keyboards), focusing more on soundscapes and emotions through improvisation.

Elemento is a multi-disciplinary art collective that is spear-headed by Lirio Salvador, a visual assemblage / sound artist. Salvador creates sound sculptures cum musical instruments out of metal pipes, stainless steel, bicycle parts and other industrial materials. These sound sculptures are being used by the group in their sound art/musical performances and are sometimes seen hanging on display on different museums and art galleries.

Chiptune or chip music is more than a form of retro sound synthesis. To Jeanilyn Kwan and Eric Diolola, it is their way of defining contemporary sounds through classic roots— graceful noise generation from simple tones and electronic scores. There is a childish nostalgia one gloats in when hearing the music of a successful Famicom battle. This is the sound they want people to be reminded of— the sounds of anticipated level-ups, augmented life spans and abrupt game overs; sounds that make you feel like its 1993 again.

Maggot Breeder is the long term ongoing musical project of Reuel Ordonez, filipino by birth and now residing in Montreal, Quebec. Utilizing the guitar as the primary sound source, Maggot Breeder creates a dark yet oddly serene soundscape which invokes images of war, conflict, pain, despair and suffering. Reuel Ordonez’s guitar playing is not confined to one style. With his versatility, Ordonez’s playing can be best described as a collaboration of heavy metal, psychedelia, experimental and the rock worlds.

Marlon Magbanua graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Technological University of the Philippines, Manila. An avid musician, he uses various musical instruments and accessories for his performances. Magbanua is an active participant in local and international performance art events.

DECEMBER 29, 2009 (Tuesday)

8PM

Espasyo Siningdikato creatiVenue

This event is for free but donations are highly appreciated.

* Espasyo Siningdikato creatiVenue is located at B11 L9 Congressional Rd. Brgy. Sta. Fe, Dasmarinas, Cavite

May Free-Damn sa Art

MAY FREE-DAMN SA ART

A sculpture exhibit featuring:

Mel Araneta * Butch Libo-on * Jeff Cruz * Ariel Manalo * Bong Odasco * Leonel Araneta delos Santos

With performances by:

Lakbay Lahi * Etniktronika * Blend:er * Crucio * Aurora Borealis * Nyabinghi * Elemento * Inconnu Ictu * Ugong * Mannet Villariba * Ian Madrigal * Heidi Sarno * Cavite Young Writers Association * Caliph8 * Minister MarkZero * Dalisay * Bwaka ng Nyo

Espasyo Siningdikato

December 4 (Friday)

6pm

Terracotta Sculpture Workshop and Lecture will be held the following day (December 5) at 2pm

* Espasyo Siningdikato creatiVenue is located at B11 L9 Congressional Rd. Brgy. Sta. Fe, Dasmarinas, Cavite

The Art of Government and Money

Just like the topic of ‘art and science,’ the subject of ‘art and government’ is a complicated issue; especially when money is involved.

Funding of the arts is not as publicized as the funding of other integral sectors like health, education, food and social welfare. This is apparent in many countries particularly those considered as ‘developing nations’ since it is believed that these other sectors are primarily essential in molding a better nation. There is nothing wrong with the government alleviating its budget for the arts; however, there are many things to be understood.

Appreciating and encountering art is one thing while practicing art is another. It should be known that there are artists who are reliant on the government and those who find satisfaction in independence. Some have worked long enough autonomously to attain a highly-acknowledged rank in society that they are even feared by politicians. Other artists have extensive support from politicians and the wealthy private sector just as long as they remain in their courtyards. Moreover, there are the ‘indies’ who like to take their chances, balancing their day jobs while advocating their masterpieces wherever and whenever the opportunity rises. Typically, they are supported by non-government organizations.

Currently, the greater Filipino population is on the level of encounter, which means most visit galleries, read poetry, and listen to music; and it is believed that this is where the government should increase its funding. For example, by providing financial support for academic institutions in the continuation of art programs; more free venues for art events in all regions of the country and free presses for cheap publication of art books and literature.

However, along with these, there should also be growth and improvement within art institutions and agencies; enhancement on personnel, mechanisms and policies towards the upholding of national art. An increase in allowance may help but it will not entirely solve the problem. There is always the possibility of it turning out to be like a situation wherein you give kids extra change; normally, you expect them to use it to buy candies but then they go on to buy cigarettes.

The Philippines is a developing nation that is rich in tradition. Sometimes, its government and people perceive art and tradition as one. Although it is true that one cannot exist without the other, it should be understood that art progresses while tradition is established. A friend once told me that this will never be fully realized by any government because when art progresses in a nation, people become more critical-minded and eventually the tradition of oppression in every government becomes more evident— the reason why true great artists have no nation and no boundaries.

One Wall: I Am Not Yours

Experimentation in Sound Art Tradition (EXIST) and Penguin Café present:

“ONE WALL”

A photo collage by Elaine Lirio

“I AM NOT YOURS”

With

PERFORMANCES BY:

Inconnu Ictu, Nyabinghi, Aurora Borealis, Odd, Elemento, Blend:er, Slavedrum, Manifesto, Lakbay Lahi, Ugong, Etniktronika, Caliph8, Mark Zero

VIDEO PRESENTATION:

Mannet Villariba

POETRY BY:

Heidi Sarno and the Cavite Young Writers Association

November 12, 2009

7pm

Free entrance

* Penguin Cafe Gallery is located at Remedios cor. Bocobo St., Remedios Circle, Malate, Manila

Majulah Singapura!

It seems like 2010 has callings for me and my father’s land. This may probably be one of them (aside from the calling to fully become a citizen):

YEAH YEAH YEAHS LIVE! – IN SINGAPORE

Venue: The Esplanade
Date & Time: 07:30PM – 12 Jan 2010
Address: 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981
E-mail: N/A | Website: www.sistic.com | Contact: +65 6828 8377
Price: S$68, S$88, S$108, S$128, S$148 (exc. SISTIC charges)

* Organized by Greenhorn Productions!

Pen My Name

Stuck in the mood of my last post, I find myself remembering my magazine profession days (the birth, the life, and the death of the “Jomalou”). I stumbled upon my ex-company’s website; and once again, I came across the quoted paragraph below.

“Jomalou grew up in Lagos, Nigeria and survived the meningitis, malaria and AIDS epidemics. She was usually the only fair-skinned girl amidst beautiful black people. Joms had dreams of becoming a pediatrician, a lawyer, an actress, a diplomat, a rock star, a poet and a linguist. She has been a fan of Walt Disney pictures, The Beatles, her dad and Enid Blyton books. BOUNCE wouldn’t be the same without Joms. She loves texting and calling all the student contributors and featured people. If you want to send her load, contact her at jkwan@octobereighty.com.”

When I was too drowsily high to come up with a pen name, Jomalou was born, thanks to BOUNCE Magazine’s first Editor-in-Chief, Carlo Velasco. The name was well-nurtured and developed by o80 personalities like Upper Viceo, Kristine Icasas, Heinz Ngo and Angela Sy. Joms lived for more than a year. And the rest is history.

My WordPress dashboard keeps tipping me to “update my about page so that my readers may know more about me.” This is for you WordPress; and not my readers. Besides, who actually reads me? (By the way, thank you Angela Sy for the write-up.)

(P.S.: That’s a defunct e-mail address, if there’s anyone who really wants to send me load, just send me a message or post a comment.)

Byline Cut-outs

I have no tangible organized portfolio, which has led me to think about how much I’ve been able to do and in conclusion, has led me to come up with this. It could look better but it’s all I can provide  for now.

BOUNCE Magazine Summer Break Issue (April 2008)

Feature article on the Why Not Forum 3.0 facilitated by Bam Aquino, with speakers Grace Dimaranan (President, Animation Council of the Philippines),  Tommy Lopez Jr. (President, University of Makati), Paul Zialcita (Founder, Bahaghari: Samahang Manlilikha), and Onofre Pagsanhan (Literature Professor, Ateneo de Manila University).

Feature article on businessman (Eng Bee Tin Hopia) and firefighting advocate, Gerry Chua.

Feature article of Ongpin Street, Chinatown.

Album reviews on Recollection (Slapshock), Sinosikat? (Sinosikat), and Buhay (Rivermaya).

BOUNCE Magazine Back to School Issue (June 2008)

Photo feature on 19 student council presidents (2007-2008).

Mini-feature article on educational Java applications for cell phones.

Feature on home service Spa du Soleil.

BOUNCE Magazine Style & Design Issue (August 2008)

How-to article on thesis-making.

Feature article/interview with Lyndon Gregorio (Creator, Beerkada Comics)

Photo feature on 5 student artists- Lui Fotillas (College of St. Benilde), Alfred Capiral (University of the Philippines Diliman), Nemo Aguila (FEATI University), Ray Zapanta (College of St. Benilde), Clark San Jose (Mapua Institute of Technology) and Andrei Venal (Philippine Women’s University).

BOUNCE Magazine Entertainment Issue (December 2008)

PR article on BOUNCE Live: The College Concert at the Music Museum.

Feature article on the Lyceum University of the Philippines (Cavite).

Photo feature on 9 student performers- Iris Guballa (Folk/Ethnic Dancer, DLSU-D), Dax Inting (Violinist, FEU), Raffy Casas (Singer, DLSU-M), James Wong (Street Dancer, UP-M), Joseph Molina (Beatboxing, PLM), Bimbi Cardenas (Ballroom Dancing, UE), Justin Jaime (Parkour, San Sebastian), Jacob Sarreal (Saxophonist, San Beda) and LJ Aganus (Theater Actress, Letran).

Feature article on 5 college bands- The Eighteens (Letran), Pascalene (ADMU), Battle City (CSB), Cathexis (UP-D) and Mithi (UST).

Book review on Citizen Girl written by Emma McLaguhlin and Nicola Kraus.

Feature interview with QTV11’s Living it Up! hosts, Tim Yap, Issa Litton, Raymond Gutierrez and Sam Oh.

Advertorial on the Toshiba M800 Notebook.

TOTAL GIRL Magazine Global/Travel Issue (May 2009)

Feature article on 4 global sports- Capoeira, Sepak Takraw, Bossaball and Elephant Polo.

TOTAL GIRL Magazine You Can Do It Issue (July 2009)

Feature article on how to get published.

WMN.ph Leisure Section (September 2009)

Feature article on suggested ISP packages for different women. (The photo is clickable to lead you to the full article)

The Rigs

Not the whole thing, just the anniversary presents (I really meant to post this 3 months ago); highlights of my entrance into the overrated “real world” where everyone fully learns how and when to get stingy or sacrificial with dough, all in the name of love. Nothing beats the alkansya. =) I guess I also do have some kind of nose for gracious bargains. (Ripped photos. Will be replaced by personal ones.)

2008

2009

PEDAL BOARD =)

TY’s to:

Ma’am Bay (Broken Chord Studio) for the PH3/DD3 Buy-One-Take-One-ish deal and for being willing to accept my truckload of coins

Francis Reyes (The Dawn) and Nick Zinner (Yeah Yeah Yeahs) for the one-hit-wonder words of advice on supporting a boyfriend’s craft

Nick Azarcon (Sinosikat?) for the spontaneous pedal board offer and for the enormously distant rate from its original price

Turi Guillano for making the board “tremendously lightweight” and for free shipment of the MM4

and ERIC DIOLOLA for the beautiful annual displays of anxiety, excitement, surprise, bewilderment, and for the continuous flow of peace, love and happiness.