I'm seeing a lot of Tumblr people uploading their Graphika Manila pictures since last week, so I decided to post mine albeit few.
This year, I planned to immerse myself in creative endeavors as well as joining design events. Graphika Manila's the second event I've attended so far (the first one was Graphic Expo last June). So if you know any design/art events around Manila, please let me know, k? :D
Free Comic Book Day 2011 + Metro Con + Untog (Untag) Multimedia Exhibit
First stop was at Robinson's Galleria Comic Odyssey for the much-awaited Free Comic Book Day. It was the first time that I've finally met Mastar Jed in person. I had met some friends there too, a college org mate Pao and former officemate Windy.
After a hearty lunch and doodle session, we headed next to Metro Con to meet with another former officemate Net. I feel bummed that I haven't taken a lot of photos that day. Good thing Net brought his camera with him...most of the photos here are from him!
Last stop was at CCP for Master Jed's sis' multimedia exhibit. Again, I feel disappointed for being too shy to take pics there. You could've seen how good the kids are..I really felt n00b, but inspired by their works :) It was nice of Mastar Jed to introduce me and Net to his friends and his wonderful sister :)
A big thank you and huge credits to Net and Jemimah Dumawal for being nice enough to let me grab their pics! ^__^
[Warning: don't look if a sight of blood makes you uncomfortable]
I was involved in a taxi accident on my way to work that night (the cab crashed into a truck). And that's where I got a deep laceration on my forehead and left eyebrow (buti yun lang). Looking back, it makes me realize how blessed I am to be given another day, that everyday is always a blessing. Thank you, Lord, for this. And for all my friends and family who did their best to be there for me. :)
Sana na lang di ba wag kang magpakakumpyansa sa sarili mo na mangyayari ang gusto mong mangyari. Hindi ako laro; hindi ako pampalipas ng oras mo....ang kapal ng mukha mo na isipin na ganun nga ako tulad ng ibang babaeng nakilala mo noon. Tsk. Nakikita ko ang ginagawa mo, nakikita ko ang mga intensyon mo.
Nakakaoffend ka na. Tumigil ka na...hindi mo ako pag-aari.
(Pasensya sa mga nakakabasa nito...kelangan lang ilabas eh...badtreppp.)
I'm kind of in a identity crisis right now...artistically speaking of course. I don't know what will set me apart from all the other artists. Aside from that, I don't even know what kind of artist I want to be, or what I should focus more on....Children's, fantasy / concept art, fashion, editorials? I'm interested in all of them!
I guess all I can do now is to try them all out...only if I can get my lazy butt off this chair first!
Happy Birthday in advance Pao!! I hope you get ALL that you wish for your birthday..take care and enjoy!! We wish you and your loved ones a SAFE and Happy New Year!! Kuya Rom
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