Likhang Filipino goes beyond display to drive the creative economy
Step inside the Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls and you don’t just see a myriad of products — you feel the heartbeat of Filipino creativity. The six halls showcase a well-curated yet…
When a woman of color wins an Oscar, the whole world notices
Electricity fills the room when a woman of color walks onto an awards stage. It is not just applause. It is recognition layered with history, a moment that feels bigger than…
Chasing the sun: How Bobby Pontillas turned a passion project into a Filipino animated feature the world needs to see
For decades, Filipino animators have helped bring some of the world’s biggest animated films and series to life, often working quietly behind the scenes for international studios. But today, a new…
The joy of big brands entering gaming authentically
Brands have been trying to crack gaming for years. Some stumble in loudly. Most leave quietly. Few ever truly belong. The intersection of brand marketing and gaming culture is one of…
Hakuhodo International goes the distance by seeing humans up close
Advertising that merely showcases product or service features is long dead. In the last decade or so, there’s been a growing obsession with emotional and culturally nuanced campaigns. Brands are rolling…
Doodles, doubts, and determination: How Lei Melendres drew his way through imposter syndrome
Graphika Manila kicked off the conference on March 7, 2027, at the SMX Convention Center in Manila. Thousands of attendees — students, designers, illustrators, and fellow creatives — gathered at the…
Give to gain: The double invisibility of neurodivergent women
Some differences are easy to see. Others remain hidden behind smiles, deadlines, and quiet resilience. Chairmom, Chief Creative Officer, and Founder of JAYME HQ and The Misfits Camp Merlee Jayme has…
Art need not be profound: Jill Arteche’s illustrations prove that the little quirks and weirdness of life can turn the ordinary into extraordinary art
When full-time visual artist and illustrator Jill Arteche talks about art, she doesn’t begin with technique or theory. Instead, she points to something simpler: observation — and a little bit of…
Inside Tony Harris’ leadership playbook: Discipline, curiosity, and hard truths
Everyone wants to lead. Few are willing to do what it actually takes. In a world that celebrates quick wins and fast promotions, Tony Harris, who brings over 30 years of…
Women artists explore material and form in this exhibit at MET Manila
Material Instincts is an exhibit that presents a compelling exploration of post-painterly abstraction through tactile and process-driven practices. Curated by Bambina Olivares, the exhibition brings together four Filipina artists — Olivia…
adobo Picks February 2026: Global brands crafting connections, innovation, and tech
The month of February has proven to be a cornerstone for the global creative community, marked not only by the excitement brought by the Super Bowl but also by the cultural…
Sarge Lacuesta’s latest book, Iro, dissects the anatomy of ‘horrors’ in the Philippines
Screenwriter and author Sarge Lacuesta clearly remembers the time when he and his parents went to Iloilo. They were aboard a second-class boat, the low-cost alternative for traveling to Lambunao, his…
