A young Filipina fashion designer based in Osaka, Japan, has continuously etched a name for herself – and for the country – as she faithfully upholds unique craftsmanship in all her creations. Her name: Pamela…
For the uninitiated — count me in among them — abstract art continues to befuddle many. At best, the often-misunderstood form is open to various interpretations as there are viewers. History claims that Russian Wassily…
It is difficult to believe that the grand dame of Philippine orchestras has recently turned 50 years old! And what better way to celebrate this admirable milestone than with their very own 50th anniversary gala…
Proclaimed as one of the Pueblo Blancos de España, or Spain’s white villages, Ronda with all its captivating charm stands with pride as an impressive historical ruin town. With an incredibly spectacular scenic spot split in…
I attended the launch of the exhibit Places of Memory, Places of the Heart: Philippine Plazas at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, when I reminisced what I had read in the newspapers and was often…
The plaza may be considered a space of Philippine heritage and culture for several reasons. However, the most important factor that plays into its role as a perpetual watcher of the country’s history is its…
[caption id="attachment_130201" align="aligncenter" width="313"] It's Quiet Down Here (22.86 by 30.48 cm, acrylic, 2023) by Dugs, who related, “Instead of drowning in the noise of the world, I sometimes imagine that I am drowning underwater…
Yer Lord Ilyvm Gabriel is definitely a name to remember. First, for the distinct sound it creates, even when one says it in a whisper. Secondly, for the charismatic man who was baptized with it.…
A cornerstone of the Cebu heritage landscape for four decades now, Casa Gorordo proves to be a persistent cultural highlight of importance worthy of protection and preservation, for the appreciation and admiration of visitors. [gallery…