{"id":900,"date":"2018-04-26T19:39:04","date_gmt":"2018-04-26T19:39:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/career.adobeawards.com\/?p=900"},"modified":"2018-04-26T21:12:54","modified_gmt":"2018-04-26T21:12:54","slug":"global-perspective-the-philippines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/career.adobeawards.com\/?p=900","title":{"rendered":"GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE: The Philippines"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the best things about the <\/em>Adobe Design Achievement Awards<\/em><\/a> is how it brings together creative students from around the globe. We\u2019re taking a deeper look at where these students come from, what\u2019s happening on their campuses and in their creative corners of the world, and what is means to launch their careers \u2013\u00a0starting with ADAA alumni from <\/em>Map\u00faa University<\/em><\/a> in the Philippines.<\/em><\/p>\n

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\nMap\u00faa University was founded by the first registered Filipino architect,\u00a0Tomas Map\u00faa.<\/em><\/p>\n

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MEET THE MAP\u00daANS:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gian Wong
\n<\/strong>Semifinalist<\/a>, Commercial \u2013 Print \/ Graphic \/ Illustration, ADAA 2016<\/p>\n

Sean Sonsona
\n<\/strong>Semifinalist<\/a>, Fine Art\u2013\u00a0Illustration, ADAA 2016
\nSemifinalist<\/a>, Fine Art \u2013\u00a0Illustration, ADAA 2017
\nHonorable Mention<\/a>, Fine Art \u2013\u00a0Illustration, ADAA 2017<\/p>\n

Jomari Bolaton
\n<\/strong>Semifinalist<\/a>, Fine Art \u2013\u00a0Illustration, ADAA 2017
\nSemifinalist<\/a>, Fine Art \u2013\u00a0Illustration, ADAA 2017<\/p>\n

ADOBE:<\/strong> You\u2019ve all been very successful in the ADAA so far; tell us about yourselves and your studies at Map\u00faa. How did they prepare you for your creative careers?<\/p>\n

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\nJomari Bolaton, ADAA 2017 <\/em>Semifinalist<\/em><\/a> in Fine Art \u2013\u00a0Illustration.\u00a0 <\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

JOMARI B: <\/strong>I\u2019m currently working on my last course for my Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Arts & Sciences. In this curriculum, you have three courses of specialization to choose from in your Junior\/Senior year: Graphic Design, Animation, or Video. I chose Graphic Design, and I\u2019ve been very challenged by one of my instructors. I recently produced 300 logo studies in one night, and 30 print ad studies in one night! I\u2019ve honestly never been pushed so hard, especially on something I wanted so badly to succeed at.<\/p>\n

And besides this curriculum, at Map\u00faa we also have courses in math, physics, social sciences, psychology, English, Filipino, programming, web design, and engineering graphics. All<\/u> of these are required. It\u2019s intense; you have to continually find inspiration for your creative studies while also<\/em> keeping up with so many other subjects.<\/p>\n

But all this produces well-rounded, well-prepared designers and artists who can meet the demands of their instructors and, eventually, their clients.<\/p>\n

SEAN S: <\/strong>During my Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Arts, I was fortunate to experiment with lots of different media before settling on graphic design and illustration. I now dream of creating my own film someday.<\/p>\n

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\n<\/a>Sean Sonsona, ADAA 2017 <\/em>Honorable Mention<\/em><\/a> in Fine Art \u2013\u00a0Illustration.<\/em><\/p>\n

GIAN W: <\/strong>I also studied Multimedia Arts & Sciences with a specialization in Graphic Design. I think what makes Map\u00faa U really special is its research-based approach and scientific foundation for the visual arts. Before students master the digital arts, we\u2019re taught the science behind design, aesthetics, and communication. This foundation helps us become skilled in design thinking.<\/p>\n

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\n<\/span><\/strong>Gian Wong, ADAA 2016 <\/em>Semifinalist<\/em><\/a> in Commercial \u2013 Print \/ Graphic \/ Illustration.<\/em><\/p>\n

JOMARI B: <\/strong>I\u2019ve always loved this institution, even when it\u2019s been the most challenging. It\u2019s made me who I am as a designer. The tagline itself, “If you have big dreams, start here”, motivates you to achieve. In fact, I was part of transforming what was Map\u00faa \u201cInstitute of Technology\u201d into Map\u00faa University<\/u>; I represented the department of Multimedia Arts & Sciences to the Philippines\u2019 Commission on Higher Education where I got to share my experience as a student.<\/p>\n

ADOBE:<\/strong> What creative projects are you all working on right now?<\/p>\n

SEAN S: <\/strong>I\u2019m working on a hundred-page wordless comic about a group of adventurous girls who want to fly to the top of the tallest mountain. This will probably be my biggest project to date. It combines everything I\u2019ve learned so far: all my visual experience and language.<\/p>\n

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\n<\/span><\/strong>Sean\u2019s \u201c<\/em>The Crystallium Saga<\/em><\/a>\u201d earned him his Honorable Mention in the 2017 ADAA.<\/em><\/p>\n

I\u2019m also working on two other projects: a sequel to my illustration series \u201cThe Crystallium Saga\u201d, currently in a development phase, and a comic adaptation of a colleague\u2019s short film about teenage angst and sexual awakening. I\u2019m grateful that I have friends to review my work and provide feedback since I\u2019m taking on a lot of really complex, ambitious subject matter right now.<\/p>\n

GIAN W: <\/strong>I’m collaborating on a zine with an aspiring writer. My goal is to visualize her words through stunning typography and illustration.<\/p>\n

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\n<\/span><\/strong>Gian\u2019s type design for \u201c<\/em>Sugar Pies & Cupcakes<\/em><\/a>\u201d earned him Semifinalist status in the 2016 ADAA.<\/em><\/p>\n

JOMARI B: <\/strong>I\u2019m working on my entries for this year\u2019s Adobe Design Achievement Awards. I\u2019ve already submitted five entries in the Graphic Design categories. I decided to invade Graphic Design since last year I focused on Commercial and Fine Art \u2013 Illustration.<\/p>\n

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\nOne of Jomari\u2019s <\/em>ADAA 2018 entries<\/em><\/a>: event collateral for an architecture conference.<\/em><\/p>\n

I still plan to submit in Illustration, so I can apply what I learned from last year\u2019s ADAA winners and judges. I\u2019m finishing my illustration projects for my thesis, plus I have a personal project; I hope to enter them in Session 2<\/a>. Hopefully this year I ace the competition and get to experience Adobe MAX<\/a>!<\/p>\n

ADOBE: <\/strong>What have you gained from being a part of the ADAA, and what\u2019s next for your creative career?<\/p>\n

SEAN S: <\/strong>I\u2019ve gained insights from other artists and designers around the globe. Hopefully, I can win the ADAA and translate that into an opportunity to study or work abroad. I see myself as a full time graphic designer someday, dabbling in comics during my free time. I\u2019m still developing my visual language, but I\u2019m hoping that I can use the knowledge and skills I\u2019ve gained to make social and political commentaries, and to give people a voice for change. I want to be a catalyst of hope in my country.<\/p>\n

GIAN W: <\/strong>I learned about the ADAA through an online promotion way back when. I hoped entering would get me more exposure for my work and, amazingly, it did! It also expanded my network. I now see myself developing from graphic designer into creative director, while continuing to work freelance on projects where I can evolve my personal approach and branding.<\/p>\n

JOMARI B: <\/strong>I have this mantra: to bring the Philippines into the global scene through the multimedia arts. I want to build a network where I can share my unique skills and insights about graphic design and illustration. Entering the ADAA is part of that goal. Then I proceed to the next step: expanding my knowledge so I can practice as an illustrator \/ designer on a global scale.<\/p>\n

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\nJomari\u2019s \u201c<\/em>Michelangelo Goes Pop<\/em><\/a>\u201d earned him Semifinalist Status in the 2017 ADAA.<\/em><\/p>\n

Ten years from now, I see myself conducting seminars and workshops at universities. I\u2019ll still have a full-time job as a designer, but I want to be doing that work from home. I\u2019ll take on side projects as an illustrator. Traveling is also on my bucket list. And I dream of having a solo exhibit in the near future for my illustrations, either here in the Philippines or abroad.<\/p>\n

ADOBE: <\/strong>What\u2019s the most exciting thing about art and design in the Philippines right now?<\/p>\n

GIAN W:<\/strong> I think art and design in the Philippines right now is better than ever. Our citizens’ visual culture is evolving and more nuanced.<\/p>\n

SEAN S:<\/strong> It\u2019s also more progressive than ever. Artists voice criticism through social media. Design has a new importance and there is a revolution going on: a demand for good design.<\/p>\n

JOMARI B:<\/strong> The most exciting part is the competition here is very tight. The creative circle is small; you see familiar faces during exhibits\/talks\/workshops. But the diameter of that circle is expanding because many in our generation are now interested in learning \u00adabout art: especially Multimedia Arts & Design.<\/p>\n

ADOBE: <\/strong>How will you know when you\u2019ve \u201cmade it\u201d as an artist\/designer?<\/p>\n

GIAN W:<\/strong> When I\u2019m able to craft over 100 logos or graphic design projects for 100 different brands and I’ve spoken in over 20 countries at design conferences. That’s the life goal!<\/p>\n

SEAN S:<\/strong> I honestly think that if I can just inspire people through my art and the message it conveys, then I\u2019ve made it.<\/p>\n

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\nSean\u2019s \u201c<\/em>Ace! Part 1<\/em><\/a>\u201d earned him Semifinalist Status in the 2017 ADAA.<\/em><\/p>\n

JOMARI B: <\/strong>I don\u2019t think you can ever know that you\u2019ve \u201cmade it\u201d. Believing this will stop your growth. And growth should never stop; you might produce great art and design, but you can always improve. Your learning is a lifetime asset.<\/p>\n

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You can follow the Map\u00faans on Instagram as they make their creative career dreams come true:
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