Philippine Graphic Expo 2024 | Image source: https://fmi.com.ph/graphicexpo2024/exhibit-trade-shows/ The Philippine Graphic Expo 2024 The 27th Philippine Graphic Expo 2024 is set to be the country's premier trade event for graphic design and illustration in Southeast Asia. Scheduled to take place from July 4 to 6, 2024, at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia, Pasay City, this highly anticipated...
Image taken by Jens Kreuter, from Unsplash Summer season. Ah, the very word conjures images of sunshine, warm days, and carefree nights. It's a season bursting with possibilities, from adventurous road trips, gallivanting at a local amusement park to lazy afternoons by the pool. And what better way to capture the essence of summer than by curling up with a movie that perfectly encapsulates its...
Image taken by Ranieljosecastaneda, from Wikimedia Pintados Festival or the Leyte Pintados Kasadyaan Festival The Pintados Festival celebrated in the colorful city of Tacloban in the Philippines, is a spectacular event that offers a vivid display of colors, culture, and local history. This celebration, honoring the region's warrior-like ancestors known as Pintados, is a paradise for photographers...
Image taken by Zarak Khan, from Unsplash The global music industry is undergoing a digital revolution, and the Philippines is no exception. Streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music rapidly transform how Filipinos consume music. This shift has significant implications for the local music industry, empowering local artists, reshaping the music scene, and opening doors to the...
What's Popular in the Creative World? The creative economy, encompassing industries like fashion, design, and media, is a global phenomenon. It fuels innovation, fosters cultural exchange, and injects trillions into the world's markets. The Philippines is no exception. A vibrant Philippine creative economy is flourishing, offering unique products and experiences and contributing significantly...
Image source: https://www.nme.com/news/film/cannes-film-festival-2021-postponed-due-to-coronavirus-pandemic-2866361 The film industry is a captivating world where storytelling meets technology. It encompasses the entire process of creating, distributing, and exhibiting movies, encompassing a vast array of roles and disciplines. From the initial spark of an idea to the final scene on the silver...
What is the impact of short-form videos? Micro-Content, Macro-Impact: How Short-Form Videos are Changing the Way We Learn and Share Everywhere you look, bite-sized videos are taking over. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts are exploding with short-form content, each clip a captivating snippet designed to grab your attention in a flash and leave you wanting more. But these...
Image source: https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Culture/coachella-music-festival/story?id=54404096 The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival cast its spell over the desert once again in 2024. Held over two scorching weekends at the legendary Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, the festival delivered a lineup that expertly balanced established icons with the buzziest new acts. This winning...
Dive into the vibrant celebration of Lucban's Pahiyas Festival 2024! Immerse yourself in the town's rich traditions as houses transform into dazzling displays of art. Witness a kaleidoscope of colors as locals adorn their facades with agricultural bounty – fruits, vegetables, and specially made "kiping," wafer-thin rice delicacies. This is not just about aesthetics; it is a heartfelt expression of...
Celebrating International Harry Potter Day | Image taken by Shayna Douglas, from Unsplash International Harry Potter Day J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series is a literary phenomenon. Since the 1997 release of the first book "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" (known as "Sorcerer's Stone" in the US), the saga of the boy wizard, his friends, and their battles against dark forces has captivated...
