Before anything else, “How are you doing during this quarantine period?” Many of us find artistic expression as a form of relaxation and enjoyment. But more than that, several studies suggest that ‘art’ as a form of ‘therapy’ plays a valuable factor in treating anxieties, depression, and even post-traumatic stress disorder. In fact ‘art therapy’…

Here’s a question, “What do you think is the most important ‘element’ of a piece of artwork?” Choice of colors? The medium? The perspective? Or the style? This is not to set a debate but I personally believe that it’s the ‘SUBJECT’. In fact, the first thing that comes in your mind whenever you want…

Six years ago I graduated from Mindanao State University located in a City known for its Islamic and indigenous culture – the Islamic city of Marawi. I come from North Cotabato, and along with other students from far-flung provinces, we chose to study at MSU. Despite traveling for almost 11 hours and living in a…

A friend once asked, “Is drawing something that can be learned?”I answered, “Yes, of course.” But I’m not quite sure to what extent can non-artists learn about arts. I know a number of people are eager to learn how to draw or paint. A more relevant question is, HOW? There are steps, people can take…

What some people think about me is that I face a piece of paper drawing something or painting on a canvass a beautiful figure or scenery most of the time. Unfortunately, as of this moment, I can’t even figure out what should I draw. Perhaps, I don’t even have the time to hold a pencil….

I have seen some comments in an FB art page asking for random tips in drawing. When some folks saw me drawing or my finished drawings, they would ask random questions. “How do you draw the eyes?” “How to start sketching?” And more questions they want me to answer. I have to be honest that…

Van Gogh’s “Starry Night”, Da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” and Picasso’s “Guernica” are among the popular paintings that have captivated the attention of the world. These paintings are not just products of the great painters’ powerful imagination and artistic prowess. Every painting has also its fascinating stories to tell. What are these stories all about and…

I was thinking of something to write about for a blog and then I’ve come to think of sharing a top ten list of my artworks. Actually, I like watching videos about top ten or top something, or reading articles about top list of any topics of my interest. Now, I just thought of sharing…

Every time I post an artwork on Facebook or Instagram, or when people see my drawings in person, they usually ask some typical questions like, “How did you do it?” or “What material or medium did you use to come up with this artwork?” Well, these questions are just expected from some people while others…

This month of February, many people are celebrating Valentine’s Day and it’s the whole month that is referred to as Heart’s month. Well, perhaps the words “I love you” are the most common words that are used not only for the month of February, but of course in any ordinary days of our lives. The Philippines…