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*Sigwada- Start of a storm ( Pagbugso ng Ulan) Sigwada Gallery has been around since 2008,  the process or method of collecting that they do is organic, and from the grassroots. Sigwada has already collaborated with a number of artists from different parts of the country The openness and love of the gallery owners for art has enabled a lot of local artists to thrive. Successful names in the artist industry started their careers in Sigwada, and more young artists are being invited to present their works. It is a platform for young and up and coming artists- who want to share their vision. Sigwada is more than just a gallery, it is an art haven space waiting to happen.   It will undergo major changes in order to accommodate the latest changes in the Art Community-- it is envisioned to become a  co-working space for artists and more than that. Staying true to its name-- Sigwada- it is a storm in the art world that is about  to occur. Before the storm there is

There are very few places in Metro Manila that would make you feel relaxed and one with nature . I was fortunate enough to meet one of the legendary owners of  Bamboo Grande franchise.  Honesto Deuda aka Ka-Oni  is well loved by friends, acquaintances and people who have met him from different walks of life.  He co-owns some of the best bar and restaurants in Metro Manila. Ka Oni is known for creating inspiring and bars that have soul, spunk and spirit.  He has been conceptualizing organic looking resto bars for more than 10 years now. Ka- Oni's creations are noticeable because the resto bars that he creates are made out of love for music and the arts. His process is different, Ka Oni  creates the vision for the restaurants but does not need to put them on paper, they are directly executed from his imagination to reality.   Ka Oni was already featured in Mabuhay International Magazine for the amazing work that he has done with his surrounding commun

The art of beatbox is spreading in the Philippines, there was once a time when Beatboxers would simply open for Rappers in gig events, but now a collaboration is pushing through.  Rappers and Beatboxers are now merging to support each other's events. Beatboxer conventions are now being created to inspire young artists to involve themselves in a worthy craft. Some of the best Beatboxers in the world are also celebrated musicians. Michael Jackson and Justin Timberlake have also practice the art of beatbox and before they creates songs they make use of Beatbox as a form of accompaniment in order to get the right tune. Microphone Mechanics together with TIU theater has come up with a one of a kind event titled : Beatboxology. The aim is to spread  the awareness about the craft, and to inspire more Beatbox battles in the country.  It is a form of art that is respected in many parts of the world including Japan, Germany and the United States. Competitions all