Entering Into A New Dimension:
Arts and Crafts in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
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In the magical Garden of Botlan, Ally the fairy punished Nickel, a mischievous puppy, after he hurt a butterfly by casting a spell on him. Nickel’s friend Dime begged Ally to undo the spell, but she said Nickel could only become a puppy again after learning his lesson.
Marlisa and Becca, two curious aliens from Yamut disguised as a mermaid and a seahorse, crash their spaceship into the ocean and meet new friends: Kali, a playful baby whale, and Tari, a wise starfish.
Lesson: We are all children of God. We differ on how we give back and in how we value our blessings.
We are living in a world shaped by the faith of believers. The World of Yonah, the dove is a collection of my vision, dreams and inspirations. Like the birds in the sky I will always be with you in the days of Yonah.
Inspiration Behind the Artwork
This artwork was born from a vision.
My husband had fallen deeply in love with the location of our new house. I loved it as well, though I hesitated because of the cost.
One day, as we visited the site, I looked up to the sky and prayed, “Father God, should we move forward? Please give me a sign.” At that very moment, radiant beams of sunlight broke through the clouds, and a gentle phrase echoed in my heart: “I’ll see you there...”
For a long time, I didn’t understand the meaning of that phrase. Only now has it become clear: “I’ll See You There...” refers to the gathering of the Twelve Tribes of Israel. We are living in a world shaped by the faith and beliefs of its believers.
This artwork is inspired by the mother’s womb — a sacred and life-giving part of the human body, beautifully created by God. It reflects the miracle of human life, nurtured and sustained through the placenta from the very beginning.
Pietà represents the compassion, strength, and sacrifice that accompany womanhood and motherhood. Bringing a child into the world is a profound joy, yet the journey of raising and nurturing a child can also be demanding and filled with sacrifice. Many mothers face difficult choices between their careers and family, personal dreams, and the needs of those they love.
I imagine birds listening to children’s songs, and angels listening to the birds' songs. Much like the message of “Colors of the Wind,” it reminds us that we all live in an interconnected world.
Sampung Mga Daliri is a Filipino folk song with many versions, each carrying its own meaning. As a nursery rhyme, it reflects how the songs we teach our children are blessings from God—gifts that nurture their hearts and spirits. The child’s two different eyes reflect the two spiritual forces of good and evil.
The Philippines, my motherland, endured centuries of colonization under Spanish conquerors, Japanese occupiers, and American imperialists. Our ancestors fought but bowed to the cross of Christianity. From generations of conquest, brutality, and exploitation emerged people forged by survival, resilience, and unyielding spirit. Yet my motherland endures — radiant in beauty, unwavering in strength, and a light among nations.
This art was inspired by the Philippine National Anthem, "Lupang Hinirang" and its English version, "Land of the Morning, Child of the Sun Returning." Have you noticed that the English version of the Philippine National Anthem that we are using today is totally different from the Lupang Hinirang?
This artwork is inspired by the bull, associated with the Taurus Zodiac sign, a concept I’m still exploring and decoding. I’ve been reflecting on why, when the Israelites were waiting for Moses, they made a golden calf—a bull—rather than a sheep, especially since they had far more sheep than bulls. What's even more intriguing is that they typically sacrificed their best sheep, not bulls.
I also wonder why the bull, despite being a sacrificial animal like the sheep and the bird, is sometimes associated with idolatry, even linked to Baal worship. It's a paradox—why would something that served as a sacred offering also be seen as a symbol of false gods?
This piece is a gift for those born under the sign of Taurus. Wishing you a Happy Birthday!
