These "artsy" blocks are actually part of iACADEMY's exhibit "START". START or Social Transformation through ART is the theme for this year's exhibit. We spoke to President and CEO Ms. Vanessa Tanco and she said that holding exhibits are part of iACADEMY's efforts in showcasing the work of their talented students. I could tell they were really proud of them (if you've seen their artworks in person, you would understand. Haha!)
Just a backstory: I first heard about iACADEMY when I attended the Graphic Expo back when I was in high school. They had a representative who was inviting students like me to check out their school. I remember I was really interested that I've even brought up the idea to my parents. For some reason I cannot remember, I never got the chance to go to iACADEMY (AWWW) so you can imagine when I saw their exhibit I had a lot of "WHAT IF" thoughts all over again. Haha! Nonetheless, I was happy to be there and I know my heart will always be in support for the arts and iACADEMY itself. (And that's why I'm really encouraging my younger brother, Josef to go enroll in iACADEMY after high school. As early as 10 years old, he does animation clips on Adobe Flash - something I'd never figure on my own. Haha!)
Their START exhibit was held last weekend, March 5-6, 2016 at the North Court of Rockwell Power Plant Mall in Makati. If you missed out, no worries! Here are some snaps from their exhibit:
iACADEMY has three schools: the School of Computing for those into Computer Science, Game Development and IT (Web) Development; the School of Business for those into Business Administration Financial Management and Marketing and Advertising; and (my favorite) the School of Design for those into Animation, Fashion Design and Technology and Multimedia Arts and Design. They offer short courses, undergraduate programs and senior high school programs.
Before the exhibit was opened, there were already a lot of students around "this" area. Naturally, I took a peek and I saw some students drawing on screens. I knew it was possible to draw digitally but I've never seen anyone actually do it so you can guess I was a bit struck. They were so good, they hardly had any erasures. What made me more curious was the program they were using.
During the opening, they had a short program to welcome the guests and award one of their students, Juilian, for his outstanding work.
Ms. Vanessa Tanco, along with the Board of Governors of iACADEMY, pulls down the covers during the countdown:
You have to admit, even the concept of the blocks was really well-thought of. According to Ms. Vanessa Tanco, it was the project and idea of Ms. Raquel Perez, Vice President for Corporate Communications, and Mr. Ryan Abeledo, Head of iACADEMY’s School of Design. The blocks stacked together represented art as building blocks of society. And if you take a closer look (again), the art works represent relevant social issues in the Philippines.
They're all open to your interpretation, of course, but most of the artworks' emerging themes were about the government, social media, gender issues and equality, poverty. It's nice to know that their students not only create for the sake of aesthetics but to send out messages as well.
Other than their artworks, they had containers with colored balls wherein people could put balls to issues they find relevant to them and/or would need more attention. This was a fun way of getting people to participate.
Needless to say, the place was jam packed with students and guests. It was a bit hard for me to move around but I really enjoyed the exhibit. I'm also very happy that today, art is being celebrated and being given much attention.
If you missed out on their exhibit last weekend, you can still check out their page for more events. I personally hope they have more exhibits (not just once a year) and in more new places like in the South. In the words of iACADEMY, "DARE TO BE DIFFERENT. BE A GAME CHANGER!" See you and let me know what you think in the comments below! ♡
For more information about them, you can check them out here:
+632.889.7777
inquire@iacademy.edu.ph | www.iacademy.edu.ph
324 iACADEMY Plaza, Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City
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Very nicely designed boxes and stacked pretty well. I have boxes here but no way are they close to those beautiful creations. Hehehe. Mine are office boxes. I did stack them rather randomly when I moved in to a new place and they looked awful. :)
ReplyDeleteHehe. That's okay Sir Robert! You could add a little art to it to make it look a little more beautiful. :) These boxes from the exhibit are simple too.
DeleteDare to be different. Be a game changer. Oh, I admire their advocacy. Filipinos are gifted with art and it's good that there are lot of institution that provide exhibit that can help the young generation to express themselves. The exhibit is awesome as I saw in your photos.
ReplyDeleteYes! I'm happy we have a school like iACADEMY that caters to our future game changers. We need more creative people in the industry. Hehe. Thank you! :)
DeleteGlad to know that there are emerging new concepts to make learning a better experience and not a dreaded traditional classroom activity only.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree. Learning should be beyond the classroom. :)
DeleteI love the building blocks concept! Great photos, by the way. May I know if the exhibit is still up? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi Carmel! Thank you. Sad to say, the exhibit was only during the weekend March 5-6. You can check their Facebook page for future events you might find yourself interested in here: https://www.facebook.com/iACADEMY/ :)
DeleteI have never heard of this school, until now. Looks like they are innovative and a game changer in teaching IT to their students. Thank you for sharing details about the event.
ReplyDeleteYes! They not only teach IT but they also practice their students creativity in many ways. Sure! :) If you're interested, you can go check their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/iACADEMY/ :)
DeleteI think i have heard about iacademy before. I just can't remember. The first photo showing the art on the box is so gorgeous. Who did that?
ReplyDeleteHmmm the piece was done by Jethro Lacson, one of their students. It's called Fixed (Me) In This Parenthesis with the theme of Gender Equality :)
DeleteWow! The students' work are indeed truly amazing.
ReplyDeleteYes! :)
DeleteI guess they're holding exhibits like this now to attract new students for the upcoming school year. Apart from that,it's nice that their students were given an avenue to showcase their masterpieces. Amazing works!
ReplyDeleteTrue! Their students are so talented. It makes me a frustrated artist. Haha!
DeleteiAcademy is part of the STI group, and I'm aware how diligent they are in engaging and developing students. I did project with them in the past that I find their program value adding.
ReplyDeleteYes! STI is their sister company if I'm not mistaken. Awesome! They're projects and initiatives are really purposeful. :)
DeleteIt's nice to see that nowadays, more and more people are open to introduce art, in all forms to the youth. And I like their "DARE TO BE DIFFERENT. BE A GAME CHANGER!" attitude/advocacy.
ReplyDeleteMe too! To me, it's a bold statement saying that one's differences is powerful and that he / she has the power to shift things :)
DeleteI haven't been into an art fair or museum. But it turned out that you had fun and learn a lot.
ReplyDeleteI did! You should try dropping by more exhibits and art fairs. :)
DeleteI wish there's still a chance to see this exhibit, I really want to see the artwork of the students.
ReplyDeleteHmmm I still think you can. You can try getting in touch with them on Facebook if you're really serious about checking the school out hehe :) https://www.facebook.com/iACADEMY/
DeleteIf not, they'll be holding an exhibit again next year. Will update you if I know when!
I love this "DARE TO BE DIFFERENT. BE A GAME CHANGER!" It is good if students follow their passion and dreams, not because of peer pressure. It is good to know that they also offer short courses.
ReplyDeleteAhhhh, yes! Best thing I heard all they. It really is all about your passion and dreams. I hope a lot of people and not only the youth knows this. :)
DeleteCool! The large drawing tablets looked like Wacom Cintiq. But it's hard to tell from the angle. I love art and you're lucky to be able to go to this.
ReplyDeleteHmmm glad to know you're familiar with it. The first time I saw it, I was so amazed. Haha. They're having an exhibit next year. You should come next time! :)
DeleteiAcademy has the "K" (karapatan) to be the school of DESIGN!!!
ReplyDeleteHahahahah! Witty! I love it :)
DeleteI love how the school promote the craft of their student. They are really proud of the people they produce. I love the concept of putting a ball on a box where people care the most. I might drop a ball on transportation hehehe
ReplyDeleteI agree. Who wouldn't be proud of their works? Ganda talaga eh. Hahaha! Same for me. It's transportation and education! ;)
DeleteThis exhibit looks like it would be a wonderful experience for anyone! Looks pretty amazing!
ReplyDeleteIt is. You not only appreciate the aesthetics of their work but the messages behind them :)
DeleteBeautiful art! My friend used to study there for animation. :)
ReplyDeleteYes! And how nice. :)
DeleteWow what a great talent that are being showcased here... some of the pictures are really deep and the fact that they were able to deliver such message though painting defines them as real artists so kudos to those people behind this paintings..
ReplyDeleteYes!! I agree. Sometimes, I have to really stare in to the picture and think about what they're trying to say. I guess that's really the beauty of it all :)
DeleteOoh, I love going to exhibits! I wished I'd gone there :)
ReplyDeleteThere's a next time! I'll keep you posted if you want :)
DeleteWow! I love going to exhibits!! I love all your photos xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Dorothy! :)
DeleteThanks for sharing this event. I am considering changing my field of expertise from education to something related to art and technology. Your post gave me some insights and ideas on which program to follow. But yeah, I only have plans for now, so we'll see.. Really cool exhibit though!
ReplyDeleteWow!! Thanks! I hope I was able to help. I would really recommend iAcademy since they're a really good and cool school ;) Goodluck with that!!
DeleteNew concepts for better learning experience, I love that idea. their students are so lucky!
ReplyDeleteThey are! :) I love it too!
DeleteI considered studying here before! There are so many talented kids! Those are so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMe too!! Sometimes I wish I pushed through....... hmmmm
DeleteIt's nice that students now have a lot more options when it comes to education. I Academy is a kind of school that really fits the current state of technology and interests of the students.
ReplyDeleteI like the exhibit! very creative.
It does! And I thought we didn't have specialized schools like iAcademy :)
DeleteWOW! Those are definitely pieces of art! I really love iAcademy's curriculum and the courses they offer.
ReplyDeleteSame! It's their specialty :)
DeleteI've never heard of i academy s
ReplyDeleteYou can check them at their website! ;)
DeleteIt sounds (and looks) like an awesome academy that doesn't just limit the students on the 4 corners of the classroom, cool! I wish I am artistic, huhuhu (but I got over it already), lol!
ReplyDeleteYes!! They train their students to be really competitive as well :)
DeleteWhat program did they used for the drawing? There were times, I wished to be a graphic artist, but I think it was not for me, probably for my children.
ReplyDeleteThe organizers did mention it but I forgot what it was because it was something specially for drawing. :))
DeleteGreat exhibit I must day. I will consider iAcademy for my son in the future. He loves to draw kasi.
ReplyDeleteOhhhh that's great! :)
DeleteI will be interested in their exhibit if only I live there. I like that interactive idea where visitors can participate. Will check out their page. -katrina centeno
ReplyDeleteNice! I hope they have more exhibits outside the area :)
DeleteI love their creativity. I admire this type of school who goes beyond the typical classroom atmosphere.
ReplyDeleteSame! :)
DeleteThe creativity indeed is there, its entertaining and fun. Thank you for great photos, it gives me inspiration. Loved it!
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No problem po! Glad you enjoyed it :)
DeleteThis is a very interesting exhibit. It provides options to parents and students on how to go further with tertiary education.
ReplyDeleteTrue! I love how specialized they are when it comes to these courses :)
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