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 I created this stand-up comedy event poster commissioned by Stanley Chi last year. Designing this poker-inspired theme was such a fun experience! If you need a similar commission feel free to message me.   #melcasipitdesign #foolhouse #stanleychi

 Check out this Easter Bunny illustration I created for Torquay Academy in the UK. If you're interested in a similar commission, feel free to message me! #cartoon #easterbunny #melcasipitillustration #melcasipitArt

 Check out this logo I created for my client! She provided the initial concept and sketch, and I brought it to life using vector art in Adobe Illustrator. If you're looking for a similar commission, feel free to message me . Let’s create something unique together! 🎨 #LogoDesign #VectorArt #melcasipitdesign

 Check out this cartoon and banner/logo design I created for Ah Liang Fruits in Singapore! 🍎🍇 If you're looking for a custom design like this, feel free to message me . Let’s create something awesome for your brand! 🎨✍️ #LogoDesign #CartoonArt #CustomCommissions

Last September 27-28, 2024, Valenzuela City hosted its very first comic convention at the Valenzuela City Academic Center for Excellence (ValACE) in Brgy. Malinta. I had the opportunity to attend on the second day, September 28, and it was an eventful experience worth sharing. Though I arrived a bit late due to a hectic week, I got to the venue at around 3:00 PM and immediately headed to the 4th floor where the main event was being held. From there, I proceeded to the 5th floor to check out the Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas (SKP) workshop on Character Design and Comic Strip Making. As part of SKP, I helped document the workshop through photos and videos and was also a judge for the comic strip competition. The best entries won Funko Pops, courtesy of Filbars, one of the event’s sponsors. The event was a fantastic opportunity for Valenzuela City to host its first comic convention. It was refreshing to see such a well-organized event outside Metro Manila. The venue was surprisingly s...

Welcome to my blog! Today, I’m going to share my experience at the recently concluded Manila International Book Fair 2024, held at SMX Manila. I attended on Days 1, 2, and 4. Day 1 was Wednesday. I planned to go during the weekdays because, based on previous experiences, the crowd is lighter, making it easier to move around the venue . MIBF 2024 was spread across two floors: the first floor featured books, while the second floor focused on children’s books and the comics section. Unfortunately, I didn’t explore the first floor as I was primarily interested in the comics section. I arrived around 1 PM and had the opportunity to interview Ezjae Zemana, a comics creator also known as "Panitikanerd." I also caught up with friends who were present at the event. Among the exhibitors, I saw Komikon, Komiket, Avenida, Kawangis Publishing, Comic Odyssey, Sinegang, Manix, and more. On Day 2, I interviewed Sampay, and we discussed his creative process and upcoming projects. I also con...