Oh...lookie lookie..Azrael is so busy.
I've been doing some stuff lately at home and I'm so busy in updating some website for the February issue. It has relation to Artists' Den, upcoming magazine, and stage play that I'm directing and downloading media for personal entertainment. You know what I mean.
Here are pics and links, a little write up on my experience in attending these events before the month of January ends
Pristontale Beta Launch Party
Jan 21, 2005.This will be my 3rd participation in a online game event, and its cool to see people here who were part of the industry and pop culture. I arrived late that time and so lazy to attend coz I didn't know what stuff will I do there, but then RG Guanzon was assigned to judge the cosplay event, I'm glad that I escaped that one, eheheehe..one thing I hate to do is judging a cosplay event, you see I'm so very strict in some way when it comes to judging, been judging lots of contest lately and the only thing that they left to me is a major headache in thinking and giving them good points for their contest entry.
Azrael hit by an arrow, shot by a Pristontale model Archer
It was time for the announcement of the cosplay contest, and I was there infront and lucky me to come in the right time, ..late for almost 5 hours. Its cool to see the cosplayers in their craftsmanship in making these costumes. They did it only for weeks and then they finished it before the event, Jerry Polence, one of the top notcher cosplay winners in every contest won the 1st place for her Priestess costume, a beautiful sexy outfit with big fairy wings, big staff decorated with big accessories and a friendly smile, which I think gave her a big score in winning the title. And then Snake won the 2nd place for his costume as one of the warrior, the costume is like made of hard fabric perfectly sculpted and the color design of his costume really matches the mood of a warrior. And 3rd place is Akira, a baby-kid girl won as an Archer, very cute and the judges really catches their attention.
After the cosplay event, a tournament was held for the Pristontale online game, and I wasn't been able to play coz I'm so lazy in playing these games and I have to avoid it before I get addicted in playing.
Sponge Cola live performance, got a large crowd of fans
Band Performers are Mayonnaise, Sponge Cola and Kapatid who rock the roof down of Robinsons Galeria, the event was hosted by Zach of NU 107 and Iya of Myx. It's a free gaming for everyone and Pristontale will top the charts like Ragnarok and MU.
check out the photos here
L'Arc~en~Ciel Day
Photo Coverage of the event
Jan 29, 2005. its was Hyde's bday and also Juujiro J Culture Philippines and J-Den hosted the first ever L'Arc~en~Ciel day for all fans, there were exhibit of Larc's magazine, albums, memorabilias and the biography of members and history of the band posted in the wall
Upon my arrival they were having this Larc karaoke singing contest, and they invited me to sing, I'm not a karaoker coz i only sing with a band, but due to their request I gave them my best act in singing 'Blurry Eyes'. ahahaha...too bad that I can't hear the volume of the Karaoke music.
After that a massive band performance by our very own jrock cover bands, like Zero Percent off, Himitsu Heki and a one shot 17 Larc cover song by 7thursday. The event was a success and its a prelude for Juujiro's project for the rock band music workshop for all.
Azrael with the L'Arc~en~Ciel fangirls and supporters.
Zero Percent Off jrock hour!
Star Wars Costume Demo
Jan 28, 2005 Friday
Star Wars Costume Demo @ Steps Ballet Studio
photo coverage here
In preparation for an upcoming event this May 2005. Star Wars Philippines gather up for a costume gathering and demo for the event of Episode 3. I was surprised to see a full armor StormTrooper, and i feel that im in galaxy far far away.
it was a fun night with the jedis and siths, too bad that i dont have my costume.
download some videos I got from the event!.
Young Jedi and Sith duel
Adrian says "Im not Harry Potter, i'm a Jedi
Costume beings from a galaxy far far away...
watch me how to knock out a bad Jedi. whooppppss!
TransForm, Rock and Roll Out
Jan 30, 2005
Premiere screening of TransFormers Galaxy Force episode 1-2
toy review and photo shoot
Photo Coverage of the event
Azrael waiting for the next episode
on toy review
Its an all boys day out with their own mecha toys. all in one day, watching TransFormers, and playing the new toys
and for the new series Galaxy Force, heres my short review for the new series.
TransFormers Galaxy Force
Wana see a flying fire truck? Then watch TransFormers Galaxy Force and find it out!
I've seen lots of CGI animations and the production of animation is in demand. 1st CGI TransFormers series I watched was the TransFormers Beast Wars, Well it impressed me a little, but the background of the animation is dead and the next one was TransFormers Superlink aka Energon in the USA. The concept of making the media into CGI is a great attempt in showing the mechanical robots movements and transformation into vehicles. TransFormers Galaxy Force made the animation revolution of TransFormers and the backside here is correcting the animation features from Beast Wars to Superlink. Studio Gonzo really did a great job in combining 2D animation background and the CGI of the moving characters. I was having a prediction that the animation technique used in this series will be the product of the live action movie TransFormers.
Environment effects of the series are impressive as they used some CGI style of blasters and the smoke effect. Thus, you can see the difference of 2D and CGI animation.
Opening theme of the series is in line with the music generation, entitled "Just call you….TransFormers!" and collage of characters are shown one by one extracted from the 1st episode.
The ending theme shows a serious side of the series, very calm and lots of emotions are given lots of visuals to the audience focusing on the human characters of the series.
Character Design of the mecha is impressive. Showing each character which side they are. Like Master Megatron , really shows his evil side by looking to the eyes and anatomy. Galaxy convoy on the good side symbolizes its leadership and goodness as the color scheme of the characters can be identified which belongs to the other side. Bright colors are good guys and Dark colors are for the bad guys.
The Mechanical explanation of each mecha is easily shown in the series, as bit by bit, you can the perfect mechanical design and creative concept of its Transformation.
TransFormers Galaxy Force brings us all to the edge of mecha robot animation.
Story of the series is different from other series. The pilot episode really explains their reason why they are called TransFormers. The storyline of the series is very interesting as new concept of mecha was introduced and the TransFormers philosophy still present. The war between good and evil still continues. TransFormers Galaxy Force produced by Studio Gonzo is now airing in TV Aishi, Japan.
February Merryland Holiday
start of the month of February i declared its Lace's month, so in this month i gave away all my energy for her to keep her happy in her life for the February month is her bday month. she will turn 20 this February 17, and im preparing for the coolest and happy bday present for her.
Az and Lace after the choco rainbow donut
with Mark Cerbo, somewhere in a dream toystore he wish to have
one more shot of two photo addicts
AnimeXplosion 2005 update
our unofficial logo and mascot of the event, as we try to create an event website for the target market of the event.
it seems that everyone is waiting for the final update, and all of us here are sitting ducks for the official announcement,for us member of the core organizing team, dont know yet the official program of the event, even the entrance fee we dont have yet the final details, the main organizer ACPI or Animation Council of the Philipines are in a closed door organizing mode for the event, as they are preparing for the final details to be released this week, all will be set before the coming of the 3rd week, and it seems that the promotional time frame gimik of the event is already wasted, but everything is not yet too late. the event focuses on the Animation Industry and gathering all animation studios in the whole country and outside our country is not that easy. For me it runs like a corporate event that will bring boost to the animation industry here in our country, thanks for the ACPI for pulling the strings helping our industry and GMA 7 already following the footsteps as they will air some original pinoy made animation, too bad that they will still stick to the name 'anime', which in terms are very common now a days.
The event is now dubbed as 2nd Philippine Animation Festival, part of the event is AnimeXplosion 2005: the return, but expect the different spirit of this event compare to the 1st Animexplosion 2000.
for details. here are some info we got, but still we wait for the official announcement.
Ticket Price is P150 for February 19 AnimeXplosion 2005, the event will run only for one day. FREE film showing is on Feb 17 and 18 at the
Podium. It will be showing Japanese, French or US animation films. Details on the film titles will be coming from the ACPI website. on Feb 18 event the 2nd PAF will be held in Shangri La. Animation Industry business side and original content animation discussions and other
animation connections worlwide will be the topic here. Feb 16 opening day at Shangrila Hotel is strictly invitational for the organizers, sponsors and special guests only.
Event details changed:ANIMEXPLOSION 2005
Animation Festival to be held at MEGATRADE HALL 3. Meet Directors, see original animation, cosplays, Free film screenings & original art& Fan art competition that you might want to join too!
When:Saturday, February 19, 2005 at 10:00 AM
Where: Megatrade Hall,SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City 1553 MANILA, ( 632)757 5148
Notes:
Entry ticket for the 5 day event is from Php 150 - 300 pesos. Registration Fees for the Fan-ART competition, Original Character design Competition IS WAIVED ! Join the Original content animation pitch ! Pls. accesss [link] for more details !
Pre-ticket sales, pls call 8185019 and look for Ms. Joy Bacon, Edith or Cathy.
See you all there
-Grace Dimaranan
-Animation Council of the Philippines
www.animationcouncil.org
Animation Fiesta set to boost local animation industry
January 24, 2005
(unofficially edited update February 6, 2005)
(Manila, Philippines) - An animation mini-market and conference, film screenings and workshops dubbed Animation Fiesta 2005 will be held 18-20 February to help boost the Philippines' animation industry, according to the Animation Council of the Philippines (ACPI), an organization of animation companies in the Philippines specializing in 2D and 3D animation.
The event will include free screenings of animated film features from France, Japan and Canada at Podium Cinema (17-20 February) and "Animexplosion: The Return," an animation workshop and networking sessions for anime enthusiasts (Feb 19-20) SM Megatradehall 3.
Animexplosion will feature workshop sessions by directors of popular Japanese anime on how to draw manga and animated shorts. A Gundam model kit contest, costume play competition and anime character designing contest will also be held.
ACPI, together with the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) and the French Embassy Manila spearhead this year's Animation Fiesta 2005, the second time it will be held in the country.
ACPI President Marlyn Montano said that this year's event is a take-off from the success of last year's animation festival which attracted hundreds of local and international artists and animators, industry stakeholders, investors, proponents and enthusiasts. "The stakeholders leveraged our opportunity to achieve broad buy-in for the need to work together to enhance the local industry's capabilities and awareness of these capabilities towards becoming globally competitive," she said.
ACPI is assisting CITEM this year in organizing a special animation track in e-Services Philippines 2005, the country's largest ITES exhibit and conference (17-18 February) at the EDSA Shangri-la Hotel. The animation track will focus on the creative and financial aspects of the animation business.
The e-Services conference will also feature regional and international speakers to provide attendees an industry and global market overview, reveal what global network giants look for in animation content and cover the latest techniques and technologies used by today's most successful animation studios.
"The Philippines has been a leading worldwide provider of animation services for two decades and has a track record already for consistent quality work and quick turn-around production. We are putting up the conference together as a means to generate more interest, enhance awareness and solicit support for locally made animation," added Montano.
Already, the Philippines is fast emerging as an important destination for outsourcing assignments from global animation studios such as Walt Disney Pictures, Hanna Barbera, Dreamworks and Cartoon Network.
Some of the famous cartoons and animations made by Filipinos for foreign firms are Scooby Doo, Tom and Jerry, Addams Family, The Mask, The Jetsons, Dragon Ball Z and Captain Planet.
For information on e-Services Philippines, log on to www.e-servicesphils.com or contact CITEM at 8325044 or 8312201 local 301. For details on the Animation Fiesta 2005, please visit www.animationcouncil.org or contact Joy Bacon at 7575148.
ON THE SPOT ANIME FAN-ART DRAWING COMPETITION
The Animation Council of the Philippines Inc. (ACPI) in cooperation with our sponsors will hold the ON THE SPOT ANIME FAN-ART DRAWING COMPETITION open for ALL ARTISTS who are gifted with drawing skills and fan of any ANIME character existing in the entertainment industry. ALL entries will be exhibited on February 20, 2005 at the "ANIMEXPLOSION 2005: The Return !" event venue.
If interested, please register on ONLINE at www.animationcouncil.org or call ACPI landline at 757-5148 ( Ms. Joy), 8185019 ( Ms. Cathy ), 8742075 ( Ms. Bing/Chris), 8711590 ( Marthy/ Als ). Please indicate name, age, contact numbers, school ( if any) and company ( if working).
AGE CATEGORY and SCHEDULES :
1. AGES 7 -- 12 years old ( February 20, 2005 )
Check in time of participants --- 10:15 am
Drawing time ---- 10:30 am up to 1:00 pm only.
2. AGES 13 - 18 years old ( February 20, 2005 )
Check in time of participants --- 1:00 pm
Drawing time ---- 1:30 am up to 4:00 pm only.
3. AGES 19 - 25 years old ( February 19, 2005 )
Check in time of participants --- 10:15 am
Drawing time ---- 10:30 am up to 1:00 pm only.
THERE ARE NO FEES TO BE PAID FOR THIS EVENT!!!
Please REGISTER at the Animation Council of the Phils. Headquarters or the event area SM Megatade Hall. You can also submit your forms ONLINE.
1. AN OFFICIAL DRAWING PAPER with the ACPI sign & seal will be distributed in the event proper. No other material shall be used for the event except this paper. Bring ANY of your own drawing materials ( except paper) you are comfortable using for the event. It is also a good idea to bring a drawing board or any solid material you can place your drawings on while working.
2. Contestants should draw their favorite ANIME characters in the most creative way possible. DO NOT BRING REFERENCE MATERIALS wherein you will COPY your work. Contestants who will bring these materials will be immediately disqualified. One character per contestant is allowed.
3. All works will be displayed upon submission at the event area and will be judged according to the drawing creativity and skills. Winners will be announced and awarded on February 20, 2005 around 5 - 7pm closing ceremonies at the event venue.
PRIZES
Each Category will have Three (3) Winners. All First Prize winners will receive Graphite digitizing tablet from our sponsor, American Technologies Inc. and cash prizes for 2nd & 3rd runners up.
Please access our website at www.animationcouncil.org for more information or email gracedimaranan@yahoo.com for any questions.
download registration form here
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