Here is a video clip I stumbled in YouTube...
Penguin regulars Ronnie Lazaro, visual artist Dante Perez and one of Penguin's in house band Kadangyan in what looks like a baptism ceremony of some sort. Ronnie is acting (or is it acting) like a priest of some sort. I have to say I cannot help but simply share it. It's one of life's rare moments when you suddenly realized life is indeed one big performance art. ENJOY
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Photography
This month of October (opening 23rd) the gallery will be presenting the work of free lance photojournalist Vicente Jaime (VJ) Villafranca.
VJ as he is known to friends and colleagues took up Photojournalism at the Ateneo University and worked as a free lance photography in various local publications.
This year he won the prestigious Ian Parry Award for Photojournalism. His entry consists of 12 black and white photos about gang life in the Baseco Compound in Tondo Manila. The area is notorious for it's gang wars, drugs and other unsavory reputation. It is not surprising though that this young man will at some point take up photography into the next level. Both his father and grandfather are also well known photographer during their time. It is refreshing to finally see some really serious and fresh images that is compelling and pricks one's consciousness about the harsh reality of urban life.
Shown here are some of my personal favorite from his entry.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Whoa ! This is Why I Loved RATH
Just got hold of Rage Against The Machine (RATM) Zach Dela Rocha and Tom Morella being stopped by cops at the Republican Convention doing an accapella version of their own song 'Bulls on Parade'. SUCK IT TO THEM!!!
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Does ART Really Matter?
I have always avoided the temptation of turning this blog into a personal blog of some sort where I could rant and rave about anything, until recently. Keeping things and topics limited to the 'art of survival' of running a place devoted to showcasing art exhibits and live music performances.
But in these trying times, one begins to wonder what's the purpose of devoting a space, running it to cater to the 'hungry artists' of some sort and in the process possibly, even remotely get some compensation and turn the venture into a successful money making machine. Is the appreciation of the ARTS just for the elite few who have so much resources to burn?
No, I don't see it that way. People have forgotten that the great value of art, that it feeds the soul and the mind. It elevates the spirit more than any kind of food for that matter. The appreciation of ART is an all encompassing experience because above all, it is permanent and not just a fleeting sensation that any food will never be able to satisfy.
I searched and looked how in the past few months that I have taken over this (rundown) abode of art, a sacred sanctuary amidst the blaring sound of karaoke and videoke bars, and lately gambling houses and heard the same voice that tells me... yes ART is important and most specially in these trying times.
If it is that important, must it come with a price? Those who advocate for a 'free' art misses the whole point. The price that you 'pay' for ART is a simple token of appreciation and respect to the artist. Artists, like everybody else must be supported, and like everyone else, they need food and material support. This is also true to the establishment that supports them, whether they are big museums or just simple hole in the wall.
But in these trying times, one begins to wonder what's the purpose of devoting a space, running it to cater to the 'hungry artists' of some sort and in the process possibly, even remotely get some compensation and turn the venture into a successful money making machine. Is the appreciation of the ARTS just for the elite few who have so much resources to burn?
No, I don't see it that way. People have forgotten that the great value of art, that it feeds the soul and the mind. It elevates the spirit more than any kind of food for that matter. The appreciation of ART is an all encompassing experience because above all, it is permanent and not just a fleeting sensation that any food will never be able to satisfy.
I searched and looked how in the past few months that I have taken over this (rundown) abode of art, a sacred sanctuary amidst the blaring sound of karaoke and videoke bars, and lately gambling houses and heard the same voice that tells me... yes ART is important and most specially in these trying times.
If it is that important, must it come with a price? Those who advocate for a 'free' art misses the whole point. The price that you 'pay' for ART is a simple token of appreciation and respect to the artist. Artists, like everybody else must be supported, and like everyone else, they need food and material support. This is also true to the establishment that supports them, whether they are big museums or just simple hole in the wall.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Thanks Man...
Here is an article written by Penguin regular/writer Igan d'Bayan. The article entitled "Ten Bright Lights in Beer City" enumerates the ten (10) best bars found in the metropolis. Included among the top 10 is your Penguin Gallery.
No I did not bribed him or offered something illegal/legal to the man. Basically it's all about having a good time, and finding cheap, good value place to hangout and have fun.
For some reason I can't seem to shake off my love for vinyl/LP's so we are bringing it back. Every Thursday starting August 7, 2008 at 9:00pm. Usual DJ's Mark Zero with Sgt. Vez with friends Matt the Little. Shake up that old closet and bring your LP's/vinyls every Thursday night. Have a cold beer
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