On This Island: A night out with Curtismith

For the second episode of On This Island, our host, Christopher Catral (MNL$) met up with Mito Fabie aka Curtismith to know more about his story and his pursuit of music. Along the way, they visited KAPWA Studio, Bucky's, and Music Platinum KTV in Poblacion, Makati City Get a glimpse of where Curtismith stands as a musician, how he got started, how he handles hate and appreciation towards...

Curious Curator on Art Appreciation and Showcasing Visayas- and Mindanao-based Filipino Artists

Art is no longer a thing of the elite. Through technological advancements, especially social media, that make sharing experiences a breeze, we’ve arrived at an era where art is accessible and gets more attention than ever. Individuals from different sectors and classes are now welcome to consume and elevate it. This movement is apparent in the recent popularity of open-to-the-public art fairs,...

A Filipino brand that believes becoming Mindful is the way for Sustainability

Often, it is easy to fall into the trap of impulsive and mindless consumption. You step into the mall, see something you like, and the next thing you know you are walking out of a store with a paper bag in your hand. You feel good and satisfied with your purchase. After all, it is something you adore. “I learned to want less. And if I do want something, it’s wanting substance,” - Mo Vivar...

Stalking Strangers in Seoul by Diane Jacinto

Diane Jacinto is a student of Fine Arts at University of the Philippines Baguio, who professes that she enjoys photography most among all mediums she have tried. Having traveled outside the country for a few times have led her to create a portrait series that shows her perspective of the local life. "I want to capture the locals at their most natural, and through the photographs show other people...

PURVEYR Producer Project: "eat the sun" by Similarobjects

For this PURVEYR Producer Project titled, "eat the sun", Similarobjects describes his inspiration below. “The secret of how the sun is able to influence life is that sunlight carries not only energy, but also intelligence—the sun broadcasts a message to all life in our solar system to direct the evolution of every living thing.” So here's a summer mix inspired by the primary source of life...