The SDA Talent

So...You Dance?

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 10:04:20 -0400

The wait is over!! Comone ground will be having it’s second audition in four years! We have been joing competitions since 2009, and we are looking forward to have you to join our Family!

If you love dancing, joining us would be your perfect choice!

AUDITION DATES:
*June 18, 6 -9pm. SDA Greenroom.
*June 27, C-Break. SDA A916.

See you there! :)

Source: allabouttheangles

Featured Illustrator: Jerwin Dee

Wed, 09 May 2012 04:01:00 -0400

Jerwin Dee, A 109 student of SDA’s AB-MMA, who’s interest revolves around Video games, Cartoons, Fashion, Gaga, Lana del rey and even food is just oozing with creativity. His tumblr url is a wordplay of the famous surrealist painter, Salvador Dali and the word Saboteur. His works of art shows humor and personality with depth in it. For an artist who has great appreciation for femininity, he shows it well with Adobe Illustrator. You can see some of his works at http://saboteurdali.tumblr.com.

When asked what art is to him, he says that it’s funny and shouldn’t be taken seriously, hence, his works of art. He’s one of those lucky people who got to study what he loves the most, if not, he would have ended up in COMSCI and we wouldn’t be able to see what wonderful art he has to offer. Not only is he good at his craft but he also can play volleyball. With brains and brawn plus creativity to boot, he would surely be a fine model for the upcoming generation of artists.

For a guy who is unbeatable at tekken, who can win a staring contest with cats and fishes and who makes a mean lasagna, it truly shows that he is your average everyday teen- just so happens art and humor is his specialty.

Article by: Kristine Lua

Event Feature: Fashion Intern Campus Tour

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:04:00 -0400

Heads up to All Fashion Design & Merchandising Kids in school, fashioninternph has a special event for you guys!

Do you have an organization in school and loves fashion? Pump up the school year by bringing us to speak in your college/university. We will be brining worthwhile activities and speakers like fashion editors, bloggers and experienced interns to talk about the importance of an internship to college students.

Be Part of the Team! The SDA Talent wants YOU!

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:25:00 -0400

Hey There! SDA TALENT wants YOU to be part of our team for Term I SY 2012-2013 ! As long as you are from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, you are qualified!

Internships & OJT’s can be credited under Dogtown Studios, so join now!

Credits to Mappy Quintos for the awesome Poster.

Who We’re Looking For?

1. Photographers

2. Video Editors

3. Graphic Designers

4. Article Writers

5. Events Coordinator

Email us at sdatalent000@gmail.com or visit sdatalent.tumblr.com for inquiries and further details.

Requirements:

Photographers:

1. Must own their own DSLR Camera

2. Good Photography Skills

3. Knowledgeable with photo editing softwares such as Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.

Video Editors:

1. Must own their own DSLR Camera with Video

2. Skilled and knowledgeable with video editing softwares such as Adobe Premiere, iMovie etc.

Graphic Designers:

1. Skilled with Illustrating Creative Graphic Works in any medium.

2. Knowledgeable with Graphic Editing programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.

Article Writers:

1. Good journalism and writing skills.

2. Competent with formulating interview questions and must be willing to do interviews on featured artists.

Department Manager:

What you need to do:

1. Search for talent and people we can feature from your specific course.

2. Good journalism and writing skills.

Events Coordinator

What you need to do:

1. Be on the look out for events SDA Talent can feature or Events that want/can advertise on the site.

2. Good Journalism Skills for pre and post-event write ups.

And above all, SDA Talent wants dedicated and passionate artists who are also willing to help expose fellow talented artists beyond the white walls of SDA. We are looking for creative, diligent, easy to be with and versatile personalities who can help promote the blog’s sole purpose which is to showcase Benildean Talent for it to be experience by others.

Interested? Email us a 2-3 photos of you with your name, course, ID number and why you want to be part of the team as what at sdatalent000@gmail.com

We hope to hear from you and work with you soon!

-SDA Talent Core Team

Featured Artist: Lee Caces

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 08:16:00 -0400

Lee Caces, AB-MMA, 109, a visual artist as his first description on his blog. And we totally agree as he revolves around on photos, graphic design and sketches.
He’s not your typical guy who plays Play station or computer games. He usually goes out with friends and likes to observe a lot. Through this he captures moments though photos and design.

When asked what inspires him well he only quoted Chuck Close- “Inspiration is for amateurs ; the rest of just show and get to work”. He just drinks coffee to pump up his brain and just do what he has to do. Believing that it’s not really necessary to wait on something to happen. Things will occur in the process you just have to go on and start.

His style varies. Using different mediums from mix media to digital and experiments on them as well. Whatever interests him is what he’s artworks are about definitely not the art for art sake kind.

Aside from being a full time student he also does some freelance photography. Lee’s works conform from different concepts are as we would call it ‘pegs’. That’s how he flexible with whatever comes his way.

A self-portrait with the use of mixed media by the artist himself with his signature Wayfarers.

TIPS TO BE A GOOD ARTIST:
- You must really like what you’re doing. Don’t force yourself in making an artwork that is not you.
- If you have to change everything and start all over because you have a better idea, DO IT because no one’s stopping you.
- Use your instinct. It is very powerful.
- Try to collaborate with other people. You might be able to produce BETTER works.

As you can see he’s your all aorund artist. The works that he has been sharing in his blog proves how he constanly portray the everyday things in a new light. It’s good that his style isnt specific as to not be labeled as a one act kind. With this, he has verify to us that being a visual artist is about exposing his reality and imagination through his own approach.

visit his blog at: http://www.leecaces.tumblr.com

Article by: Veronica Lleander

Featured Artist: DEY VEGA

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:17:00 -0500

It was a bit confusing on having to decide which talent we were to focus on this feature on Dey Vega for this 109 AB-MMA student is quite versatile with fashion, film making, photography and dance. But we asked him which would be his top priority; he said it would be film making and photography in which he is still willing to learn and explore further.

Visit his blog: allabouttheangles.tumblr.com

Short Action Film by Dey Vega: Seven Minutes

“Fashion is part of my artistic expression of who am I, and what I love to do.”, says Dey when we asked him what fashion is to him. “It doesn’t mean that you are feminine when you like fashion.”

Style Tips:

1.Don’t be afraid to mix up your clothes. If you have a jacket, find something that suits it well. If you have a polo, find pants that compliments too.

2.You don’t have to put extra layers of clothing on your to look good.

3.It is up to you on how you present yourself; if you can carry yourself well, I think people will appreciate you even if you only wear something simple.

What is COMEONE GROUND?

It’s name was formerly, “Aftaskoo” which was established back in 2008 and a year later it became “Comeone Ground” which was composed of 12 people who wanted to dance and inspire. Now with almost 70++ members, Comeone Ground is a group that caters to CSB & DLSU students and gives them an outlet to dance, to express and to share their talents in dancing. Dey says they are open for new members and they might have auditions next month, so watch out!

Being part of this talented dance team, Dey admits that we wouldn’t want to see him dance at all back when he was in highschool. He says he wasn’t a dancer, he just had the chance to develop it when he joined C1G during his sophomore year in college. “No one starts out great.”, that’s what his friend told him that inspired him to develop his talent.

You guys might really recognize this photo which currently hit around 800++ shares and over 1000++ likes all over Facebook a few weeks ago. Dey was quite fascinated with the current trend “its more fun in the Philippines” that he decided to make use of his favorite photograph he took of our very own SDA Building. At the beginning of it, he never even bothered to include a watermark copyright on his photograph because he thought only his friends would appreciate it but never in his wildest thinking expected such overwhelming hype to happen.

Believe it or not but Dey entered CSB without even having a single knowledge about anything related to Multimedia Arts; he didn’t know how to draw or use Photoshop and didn’t even know anything about photography. Initially, like most aspiring artists; he just wanted his own DSLR, and that eventually gave him the willingness to learn and become a good photographer. If you have the determination and passion to discover what you can do, then it is not impossible to attain what you can. Dey Vega shows us very well how perseverance leads to development when you have the passion to build up what you love doing.

View this dance choreography by Dey Vega featuring dancers from C1G; Vincent Igno, Yuki Ito, Twinkle Norte, Camille Bagasan, Donnie Dino and Jamico Jasa.

filmed by: AB-FILM Students; Ryan Dolores & Allan Nino

Its quite remarkable how he controls his time given his busy schedule with school, projects and dance practice late at night. Dey says, “Time is important when you have many things to do.”, other passions are things that shouldn’t be a distraction to your education but it should also push you further to do well in other aspects.

Featured Film Maker: GINO SANTOS

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:57:02 -0500

Gino M. Santos, a 22 year old AB-FILM of SDA, has shown much interest on films at such an early age. For a 108, he sure shows knowledge and skill that are beyond his years. He is the first ever Benildean Student who’s been included in the official selection in the 2011 Cinemalaya Film Festival with his short feature film, “Every Other Time”. That itself is a big achievement already yet he is still widely known for many more awards and recognition. He has been included in the Best of Benilde 2010 & 2011.

For his talent and skill, he has already attended workshops at New York Film Academy in Kyoto Japan, the Marilou Diaz-Abaya Film and Arts Center, and the Asia Pacific Film Institute. Gino was chosen to represent the Philippines in the MPA-CICE workshop to be held in Beijing, China this December 2011 together with 12 representatives around South East Asia. He has also worked under ‘62nd Cannes Best Film Director’ Brillante Ma. Mendoza’s mentorship program in the international film ‘Captive’ coming out in 2012.

Take a dose of inspiration from Gino Santos himself by watching our interview with with him. Hearing him talk was pretty much of a strong push to innovate any aspiring artist and film maker. Gino himself advises, “Don’t expect everyone to like your work. Maybe it’s not for them or it’s not for you but definitely its not suppose to pull you down, it’s suppose to make you a better person.”

Video Editing by: Kimpoi Lazaro
Article by: Kristine Lua

Featured Fashion Blogger: RAIZA POQUIZ

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:39:00 -0500

Raiza Poquiz is definitely a good mix of beauty, talent and brains.

She’s a 109 Interior Design Student currently busy with her Majors at Philippine School of Interior Design yet she’s still capable of managing her time working on layouts for our school org, The Benildean Press Corps. School publications such as The Benildean, Karilyon and BLIP are a few of the publications of which Raiza contributes in.

We should not forget her killer sense of style in fashion; she has been seen in several magazines and websites such as CHALK that feature her stunning outfits.

She’s also known as MISSPOPQUIZ . Her blog is a versatile mix of posts related to fashion, arts, events and food. On blogging, she advises to stay true to yourself, be friendly and be interesting. Give people a reason to follow your blog and also follow back if you really like their blog. When it comes to layouts, always think about making it easy for the readers; avoid blinking objects and small fonts.

Visit her blog at: http://www.misspopquiz.tumblr.com

She likes to think of fashion as a way for her to present herself to everyone and to show how creative she can be other than her artworks.

Let’s not forget her lookbook acount, her looks more or less always receive a number of +-250 likes. On having a lookbook account, Raiza advises:

“Use high-quality photos. (Need not be via DSLR, just a good quality point and shoot will do) Make sure the outfit is really seen. Avoid over-editing them. The more natural they look, the better. Lookbook automatically somewhat sharpens and desaturates photos. So before clicking POST, upload it first on LB and see if you like it, if not, upload it again. ” Comment on others’ looks. Hype them. Leave friendly messages. This will help direct other users to your page.

Learn about the karma filter and what time to post within the day. “

Visit her lookbook account here: http://lookbook.nu/misspopquiz

MISSPOPQUIZ’s Tips on Fashion & Shopping:

1. Invest on your basic. (Jeans, LBD, white polo)
2. Great style doesn’t have to come expensive.
3. Your outfit shouldn’t be the only one that looks good. YOU should also look great so take care of your skin by moisturizing and use a little bit of make-up if necessary.

4.When shopping, I always suggest to try things on to see how it really looks on you. Walk, sit down, bend, to see if you’re comfy. If you’re hesitating to buy something, don’t buy it. Most often you’re probably just being an impulsive buyer.

With all these projects, opportunities and work load, its amazing how Raiza manages to keep herself and her priorities together.

“ It’s crazy! I don’t know how I even manage sometimes. There are so many other things I’d love to do and it’s difficult to find time for them considering my org, my plates and my business. I guess time management is always a solution. But be warned, always put your studies first. Blogging can be done at random times of the day. You just have to get used to being busy and prioritizing your work.”

Who knew a bloody action packed film could be shot here from our...

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:03:00 -0500

Who knew a bloody action packed film could be shot here from our very own SDA Building? Just Because was directed by 108 AB-FILM Major, Ryan Dolores , who also stars in this film along with several other SDA Kids.

This film was included as part of HARVEST MOON’s Top Films for 2011, there’s not a dull scene in this project.

Watch and be entertained!

What happens when a guy refuses three hot, gorgeous and talented...

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 22:00:04 -0500

What happens when a guy refuses three hot, gorgeous and talented ladies?

Let them Blow Your Mind, this dance-music video by Lady Ransom’s Jake Soriano is a MUST SEE featuring SCREAM’s Chloe Chotrani(Arts Management 109) , Ceena Carlos(Fashion Design & Merchandising 109) & Bea Te(Interior Design 111) with the special appearance of the fiesty Kevii Dee.

Truly you can say how diversely talented kids from the SDA are. Brilliant minds collaborate to create very impressive and mind blowing outcomes.

For more stunning creations of Jake Soriano, visit: http://vimeo.com/jakesoriano

FASHION TIME CAPSULE

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:41:00 -0500

Be blown back or forward in time by this stunning exhibit by Batch 109 of the Fashion Design & Merchandising Department of De La Salle- College of Saint Benilde. The students were given the scenario to illustrate their best works as a designer if ever they took a step back or forward in time to their chosen era. Here are some of the countless gorgeous illustrations. This was their Final Project for their Fashion Sketching Class under Jean Dee, also a FDM-graduate from DLS-CSB.

Who wouldn’t be impressed with these?

Shekinah Hope Valdez

Xaralyn Cabacutan

NJ Oropesa

Noelle Sehob

Andrea Lopa

Jessa Garote

Ace de Guzman

Chanel Velhagen

Embi Nicholas

Andie Javelosa

Bianca Ignacio

Angela De Dios

John Carlo Villalva

KC Aquino

Behind The Scene II: CHRONOS

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 02:04:06 -0500

Congratulations to the big success of BEHIND THE SCENE 2: CHRONOS; A Collaborative Music, Video and Photo Exhibition Event by The De La Salle- College of Saint Benilde School of Design and Arts for the benefit of the National Children’s Hospital last December 17 at CRAFT Pub & Grill at The Fort Strip.

SDA TALENT would like to thank this event for selecting us as your hosts, it was such an honor to be a part of this. Finally all the hard work paid off, this was the ultimate term-ender. Go SDA! This is where you can find exceptionally talented, brilliant and hard working people

Photos by Andrea Javelosa, Michael Chong & Ralph Laurence Acasio.

This was the simultaneous launch of the 13 Music Video Projects of BAVIDEO and VIDPRD2 under Nestor Abrogena, and the Conceptual Band Photo Exhibition-GALEXHI class by the Photography Program which was auctioned after the performance of each band. Proceeds definitely were for the benefit of charity.

This was an All-Star event featuring performances from the best bands in the college; Archievals, Curbside, Harlequin Carnivale, Jensen Gomez, Mad Hatter Day, Monica Bautista, SIglo, Sleep is The Enemy, Sleepwalk Circus, Wilderness, Kapnobatai and Lions and Acrobats, Jejaview, Musical-O & Subscapular. These bands really rocked out the night, there was so much energy flowing through this event.

We, SDA Talent, would personally like to thank Behind The Scene II for letting us host this big event as your media partners. It was such an honor to be a part of this. Congratulations to Sir Nestor Abrogena who is the root of this event, to all the bands, Photographers, the Music Video Team, the crew, the sponsors for making this event possible. It was such a huge success!

MEDIA PARTNERS :
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PINOYTUNER
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INDEPENDENT MUSIC NETWORK
SDA TALENT

SPONSORS :
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San Miguel Corporation
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Slimmer’s World
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I’m not amused by your lack of tact in this conference You...

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 03:31:21 -0500

I’m not amused by your lack of tact in this conference
You say you’re a saint but i’m not buying it, not this time

Tell me should I be honest?
‘Cause if you ask me you are a wolf in sheep’s clothing

I’m disgusted by your myriad disguises
Too many masks
‘Cause too many faces get in the way

Tell me should I be honest?
‘Cause if you ask me you are a wolf in sheep’s clothing

Should I be honest?

Don’t say a word
you’re not at fault here
When everything’s said and done
you talk behind my back
‘Cause you are a wolf in sheep’s clothing

(You stumble on your words
cause you lie through your feet)
Tell me should I be honest?
‘Cause if you ask me you are a wolf in sheep’s clothing

Event: HARVEST MOON IV Have a good dose of outstanding films a...

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:45:08 -0500

Event: HARVEST MOON IV

Have a good dose of outstanding films a 109 Digital Film Majors showcase their best works! Come & Watch at the 12th floor Cinema, screening times are at 10am, 1pm and 6pm and Admission is FREE!

Film Finalists Include:

1. “ASAWA” by SDA Talent featured blogger; Gelo Arucan

Alejandro Bautista is found dead in his bedroom. On the death of his burial, details about his death will unfold.

2. “GOOD POR HOLLYWOOD” by Nescafe 1st Prize Winner, Shallah Montero

Good por Hollywood is a story of a man that steals a camera in dire need of money. Being a movie enthusiast himself, he explores the camera and gets to know its different functions and use. Through his exploration, he gets attached to what he stole which leaves him to decide if he still wants to sell the camera for food and medicine, or to keep a new companion.

3. “IMMORAL; Ang Paglalabag sa Utos ng Diyos” a collaboration between Rosette Bolivar and Ria Laxamana

4. “JUST BECAUSE” by Ryan Reyes Dolores

This action packed film is tells us that being saved is not only for the best. Brad is spared from the hands of death Just because…

5. “KONTRA”, a collaboration between Nescafe Runner-Up, Jane Torres and SDA Talent’s Video Director Kimpoi Lazaro.

6. “Ang Mga Mata sa Loob ng Aparador” by SDA Talent feature, Erica Marisse Honrado

“Mga Mata sa Likod ng Aparador” (Eyes Behind the Closet) is an erotic film noir about a woman named Milette Inocencio wanting to fulfill her husband’s sexual fantasy of watching her make love with another man, with him watching behind the closet. Just when things are going smoothly between the love-making, an fateful accident happens and someone dies. Now, whose eyes will be watching Milette behind the closet?

7. “NUMERO” by Matt Ocampo

8. “OUTSIDE IN” by SDA Talent Featured Film Maker, Benjamin Luis Magsino

Cleared of his memory, a man wakes up in the midst of a deep forest with nothing but a loaded revolver by his side.”

9.“RIDDING WITH BENNY” by OJ Serrano.

est friends always share secrets. But what if that secret is bound to jeopardize their friendship? Benny and KZ are best friends since birth. At least that’s what they think. Little do they know that the other has a deep, dark secret threatening their once wonderful accord

10. “SEND MY LOVE TO HEAVEN” by SDA Talent Featured Film Maker, Andrea Montelibano

Send My Love To Heaven is a short film about two best friends, Chris and Marie, who grew up together. As time passed their friendship remained, but Marie spent her life looking for love, having Chris as her shoulder to cry on when things go wrong. But will Marie realize that she’s had love by her side all along? Or will it be too late?

11. “THE SCALE FELL FROM HER EYES” by Roxanne Bolivar

12. “SYNDICATE” by Nailen Garalde

13. “UNSPOKEN DEAL” by Sam Monserrate, Andrea Montelibano & Rosette Bolivar

14. “KUPIT” by Ron Segismundo

Story of a young girl who lifts money from her mother’s purse, joined by his young peer schemer.

15. “E.B” by Kimpoi Lazaro

It’s about a guy who got abused by a woman whom he met in the internet and that’s the story started.

MUST LISTEN: Finding Atlantis by MAD HATTER DAY It’s quite...

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:54:42 -0500

MUST LISTEN: Finding Atlantis by MAD HATTER DAY

It’s quite astonishing how this recently formed band can rock it out like pro-rockstars. Give it up for these 110 AB-Music Production Students; Paco Santos, Andrew Son, Pat Poblador, Cash Fuerte, Aki Suda & for vocalist, Mewa Cawad who in fact comes all the way from DLSU.

Only released in less than 24 hours ago, this video is already making noise on Facebook News Feeds; it already received 110 likes as of now and 1592 views on Vimeo. Hands down Mad Hatter Day and for Quinatrow Productions for this hardcore music video!

“It’s impossible to find something that doesn’t exist in the first place.”

Chorus:
Adrift at sea, aimless and directionless
We’re fighting the current and braving the turbulence
The waves run riot as we seek Atlantis
They’re crashing down on us

I.
The tides are rising with the tension
As we aimlessly float in confusion
This ship is sailing but we can’t agree on one direction
So tell me, where do we go from here?

Bridge:
SOS!
You’re holding on to me as if you’re holding on to your dear life
SOS!
You’re fighting in vain and consumed by denial
With a faint spark of hope, you ignite a signal fire
But we can’t be rescued from this pretense now

LIKE Mad Hatter Day on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madhatterdaymusic

Lightmares by ARCHIEVALS Won’t stop for these lightmares Bright...

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:23:38 -0500

Lightmares by ARCHIEVALS

Won’t stop for these lightmares
Bright and shiny moving lightmares
Even if I close my eyes strobe light kills the glow of the night

Pop the lights from these lightmares
Zombies dancing to the lightmare
You got to get me out get me out

Oh I could see it at the corner of my eye a drug device seeking to ignite
Glowing colors bright bright bright
It will be the curse of the hollow light

Won’t stop for green lightmares
Bright and shiny moving lightmares
Even if I close my eyes stroblight kills the glow of the night

Pop the lights from this lightmare
Zombies dancing to the lightmare
You got to get me out get me out

5 star broken down to pieces burning down the city
Looking for safety numbers is a sin
Lucid dreams takeover roger operator back up team fallen to dust hooray

for bookings, email andie.javelosa@fashionintern.ph

Archievals on FACEBOOK

Archievals on REVERBNATION.

Next Time Around by Sleep is The Enemy You say, it...

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 09:49:39 -0500

Next Time Around by Sleep is The Enemy

You say, it ain’t gonna work out
when i saw every little thing thatwe could be
So this is my third and last strike
To win back, those glory days of us both

Next time around i won’t be there
I’m standing on bittersweet times with you
So just chew me up and spit me out babe

It’s almost dawn and i’m
Drowned in caffeine as i’m Driving around by the street lights By your place
There you go prancing around
like everything’s ok when i beg to differ

Next time around i won’t be there
Who am i to joke when love was a marathon
So chew me up and spit me out babe

Next time around i won’t be there
I’m standing on bittersweet times with you
So just chew me up and spit me out babe

Just chew me up and spit me out babe

for bookings, email andie.javelosa@fashionintern.ph

Sleep is the Enemy PH on FACEBOOK

Sleep is the Enemy PH

REVERBNATION.

JUST VOWELS by Jensen Gomez A question to you… I’m scared for...

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 08:15:05 -0500

JUST VOWELS by Jensen Gomez

A question to you… I’m scared for your answer
Nothing is fixed, not even this paragraph
I sail the city sadness again for a billionth time
Revisiting, might be staying… here

I scale the streets of my new old home
Your goodbye still lingers… May I answer back I love you so?
Angel may I answer your goodbye with I love you?
I’ll never stop saying this… Elle I promise

Another dream… that would leave me hurting
Your face again for the second straight night
Tongue tied words are mumbled
So here’s another sad song for you

Hills of my city just got lower… few inches
As you bit your lips inside my empty head
“It’s not just black and white” someone said
But with you it just seemed it is

This moment I will lose all my words
Vowels after vowels… let go to forgotten
I’m fading… I’m shaking with fear…I’m all alone in the dark
My sunset is coming… I’ll save my last breath for this song… for you

for bookings, email andie.javelosa@fashionintern.ph

Jensen Gomez on FACEBOOK

Jensen Gomez on REVERBNATION.

Featured Stylist/Blogger: Gelo Arucan

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:25:00 -0400

It’s a fact that Gelo Arucan is not just your typical college kid; this 21 year- old 108 AB-FILM Major, has definitely proved how versatile he can be with his exceptional talent with styling & fashion. For someone his age, he sure has the credibility of someone far beyond his years. With his social skills and diverse personality its impossible for success and opportunities not to open up for him. It quite a feat for what success Fabgelous has already achieved that most of us could only dream about.

He has already worked with a number of names from the fashion industry such as Eric Poliquit, Myrrh Lao To, Pauline Prietto, Solenn Heussaff, Enzo Mondejar, and he has worked on a campaign for Ballet Philippines.

Because of his interest and skill, he created a blog FABGELOUS that is already widely known to the public. His blog possess funny declamations, a narration of his experiences, pictures of his works, styling advises, fashion tips and many more. It’s filled with persona and entertaining content that just makes you visit it every now and then. It’s no doubt that Gelo definitely stands out with his daring personality and confidence.

Gelo Arucan’s Style & Blog Tips:

1. Know your favorite things and incorporate it in your outfits so it reflects something about yourself.

2. Its okay to repeat clothes but never outfits. so keep on recycling your clothes. If you have a favorite shirt go ahead, mix and match it with other pieces so in that way you save money and you still have tons of clothes to mix and match.

3, Write whatever you want to write and don’t care about anything else. Your Blog is suppose to be you; just care about yourself and don’t mind what others might think.

4. Be Yourself. Your obligation to yourself is to be yourself; dress whatever you want. Don’t follow trends; if everyone else is wearing Doc Marten’s but you love wearing Chuck Taylors then go ahead and wear your Chucks. You should always make yourself shine.

Visit Gelo’s online styling portfolio at http://fabgelous.livejournal.com/ and be impressed. Meanwhile, here are some of his styling works in which he collaborated with several other talented artists in the industry.

What’s impressing about his way of styling is that it’s not the usual and safe ideas, but he conceptualizes and delivers his work to the extremes. He is a risk taker and its not a question why or how people can’t be stunned with his skill.

Get a glimpse of Gelo Arucan’s fun, bubbly and entertaining personality with our interview.

Video Editing by: Kimpoi Lazaro, http://kimpoilazaro.tumblr.com

Article by: Kristina Lua, http://twitter.com/DontCallMeLua

Edited by: Andrea Javelosa, http://hernameisandie.tumblr.com

Photo courtesy of: http://fabgelousfolio.blogspot.com and http://fabgelous.livejournal.com/

Sports Feature: JIU JITSU with James Albelda & Pax Yabut

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:41:18 -0400

Its definitely not a question why we chose to interview James Albelda & Pax Yabut for our first ever feature on Sports. Both these boys are taking up majors that require tedious amount of work and you’d wonder how they still manage to train for martial arts.

For a combat sport that focuses on grappling & ground fighting, Jiu Jitsu requires a great amount of skill, strength and dedication from anyone who wishes to endure this form of martial art. James & Pax have mastered this art yet still be dedicated students to their studies.

He sees Jiu Jitsu as a lifestyle and not just a sport. Certainly Jiu Jitsu is a distant activity for this 109 Film Major, Pax Yabut.

He has been a skillfull Director of Photography in several works such as films by our former interviewed director, Erica Honrado in her known films, “Mga Mata sa Loob ng Aparador” and “Chubibo” ( also featuring SDA Talent’s own Andie & Kristine). Not only is he gifted with camera handling, Pax can also act. See him play a role in his monologue film, “Untitled” .

For someone who may be the stubborn boy in class, James Albelda still remains disciplined and serious when it comes to his art. When it comes to Jiu Jitsu, this 109 BS- Industrial Major advices that a solid work ethic is needed in order to persevere in this sport. He has won several competitions with this sport. His playful and good-humored personality is transformed into a more focused and serious state when he is on the mats, just reminds us that discipline is a much needed aspect in any of our chosen fields.

Here’s a little sneak peak with how our interview went with these two. We have included clips of Pax & James during training. Hope you guys enjoy!

Video Editing by: Kimpoi Lazaro

Article & Photos by: Andrea Javelosa & Kristine Lua