MUKATMAN Blog

 Yesterday, I had the incredible opportunity to witness Juan Luna's long-lost painting, "Hymen, oh Hymenèe," in person. Thanks to BPI Preferred membership, I joined a walking tour organized by Ayala Museum. The exhibition, titled "Splendor: Juan Luna, Painter as Hero," showcased not only the masterpiece itself but also photographs, a documentary, and Luna's other paintings and sketches. It was a truly inspiring experience to delve into the artist's history and artistic journey.

The recently concluded Philippine Book Festival at World Trade Center, Pasay City was a remarkable event! As a member of the Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas, I had the privilege to be part of booth G16 located in the Komiks section of the festival. The 3-day event, held from June 2-4, 2023, was filled with excitement and fun. I particularly enjoyed the spacious venue, providing ample room to walk around, rest on provided seats, and even have a place to eat and take a break. The talks and workshops organized during the festival were engaging and informative. Our team at the Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas conducted a captivating session on basic character design and Comics Strip making, which was a great success. I would like to extend my congratulations to all the event organizers, especially Komiket, for their efforts in promoting and highlighting the significance of Komiks in the festival. Such events play a vital role in furthering the Komiks medium in the Philippines, and I eager