Category Archives: Art & Design

Visual

Posted on December 13, 2014 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

Photo Credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/diamonds_in_the_soles_of_her_shoes/545503457/sizes/o/in/set-72157600119021830/ I have been striving to find culture in Metro Manila because visually, it is dominated by malls and residential areas.  So for my birthday, I wanted to do something different and I decided to go to the … Continue reading →

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Indios Bravos

Posted on December 6, 2014 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

The Spanish term for “wild/brave indians” was also used by Philippine national hero Jose Rizal and his friends for themselves, after having watched Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show in Paris in 1889.  Rizal and his companions were impressed by the … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays!

Posted on December 28, 2013 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

Belated Merry Christmas from the Philippines and advanced Happy New Year to everyone!… Despite the devastation caused by Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda, the people who have contributed to rebuilding are helping those affected to move forward.  It probably won’t be the last … Continue reading →

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Culture & Commerce

Posted on November 23, 2013 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

Photo Credit: Nixenzo In a previous post, I mentioned that I have lived in suburban Metro Manila from high school to college, and that all I saw were malls and subdivisions.  This is the reason why I didn’t love Filipino … Continue reading →

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Urban Greenprint

Posted on June 15, 2013 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

In this post, I would like to express my appreciation for the positive changes implemented by the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA).  Because while there is still a lot of negative (traffic, and flooding during the rainy season–that’s for another … Continue reading →

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Brands: Papemelroti

Posted on May 25, 2013 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

I have always loved Papemelroti since high school because I am an arts & crafts person and all their products are affordable, inexpensive even…why?  Because all their stationery is from recycled paper. I am proud that there is a uniquely … Continue reading →

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Brands: IKEA

Posted on May 4, 2013 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

I’ve loved IKEA ever since I was a kid.  In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia where I grew up, going to IKEA was special.  It was a longer drive than usual for my family, and I usually slept along the way. Photo … Continue reading →

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Products: Carmencita

Posted on March 30, 2013 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

Now this is how to make herbs and spices look cool. Manuel Estrada Design is responsible for redesigning the graphic identity of Carmencita. Now I don’t believe we have to hire a graphic design studio to have good design, but … Continue reading →

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Art Class: Entrepreneurship

Posted on February 2, 2013 by seekknowledgeeveninchina

Art Class can encourage students to become entrepreneurial through topics such as: 1. Logo/Packaging Design – Coca-Cola and Campbell’s Soup even inspire artwork. Photo Credit: Hariadhi & Thomas Altfather Good 2. Business Signs & Typography Photo Credit: OLU 3. Folk Art/Design … Continue reading →

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