Filipino Sign Language Interpreters for Duterte’s SONA

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Local news networks ABS-CBN, ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC), GMA, TV5, and PTV4 recently tapped Filipino Sign Language (FSL) interpreters for the Third State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday, July 23, 2018 at the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City.

To be able to fully deliver the President’s speech to the country’s Deaf community, the School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies (SDEAS) of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, together with the Philippine Federation of the Deaf and the Philippine National Association of Sign Language Interpreters (PNASLI), lent the helping hands of its skilled and steadfast Deaf and hearing coordinators, partners, and associates to interpret the SONA through FSL.

Sign Language interpreters include SDEAS Dean Nicky Templo-Perez and John Baliza for ABS-CBN, ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) and DZMM; Jojo Esposa and Joi Villareal for GMA; Jun Sevilla and Rjay Soriano Jr. for TV5; and Naty Natividad and Febe Sevilla for PTV 4.

Photo Captions:

Cover photo: Philippine National Association of Sign Language Interpreters (PNASLI) President John Baliza and Benilde School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies (SDEAS) Dean Nicky Templo Perez for ABS-CBN, ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC), and DZMM

1. Philippine National Association of Sign Language Interpreters (PNASLI)’s Naty Natividad for PTV4
2. Philippine National Association of Sign Language Interpreters (PNASLI)’s Jojo Esposa and Joi Villareal for GMA
3. Philippine National Association of Sign Language Interpreters (PNASLI)’s Rjay Soriano for TV5
4. Philippine National Association of Sign Language Interpreters (PNASLI)’s Jun Sevilla for TV5

Brilliant Finds at Upcoming León Exchange Online Auction On July 27 and 28

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Lalique crystal, Hermés ashtrays, Tiffany chargers as well as Botong Francisco drawings and Fernando Zobel watercolors are just some of the brilliant finds at the upcoming two-day online auction of León Exchange on July 27 and 28.

“There are numerous gems in the current sale. For the budding collector, we have quite a few introductory pieces such as paper works by the masters and several contemporary pieces to feed one’s interest in art. For the seasoned collector, on the other hand, there is just the right Art Deco armoire or Huanghuali piece to be discovered and cherished — not to mention Saprid sculptures that are just divine,” explains Jaime Ponce de Leon.

On the first day, July 27th, León Exchange has in focus “The Collectors’ Vault”, featuring many precious artworks, objects, as well as letters and stamps. Oil on mother-of-pearl paintings, possibly attributed to Felix Resurreccion Hidalgo, silver-backed brushes and magnifying glasses with tortoise-shell handles are some of the many treasures from the Ramon N. Villegas collection. Villegas was a renowned antiquarian and scholar of all things Philippine.

“The Property of a Prima Ballerina”, the legendary Felicitas “Tita” Radaic, showcases the books and paintings accumulated over “a lifetime of dancing in the world’s capitals and a love of literature, wisdom and art.” Rare santoses, all with National Museum stamps and collected by her husband, art historian and intellectual Ante Radaic from across the islands are also featured. Several tomes of Rizaliana are also available.

The collection of an Old Malabon family, the Dionisios, consists of collectible furniture including an outstanding 3-drawer Sheraton. 

León Exchange continues its celebration with “L’Art de Vivre (The Art of Living Well)” on Day 2, July 28th. A range of furniture, chandeliers and lamps, silverware, crystal and china grace the “Heiresses’ Homes and Tables” section. Names recognizable to top interior designers include Eames and Fortuny as well as Baker and Ralph Lauren. Exquisite lacquered accent pieces, tortoise-shall side tables, and Edo-period gold-leafed screens are also presented.

On both days, a section called “Found Objects” covers lithographs and prints, marvelous contemporary works and artist toys, mid-century modern finds as well as wardrobes, tables and chairs from all the eras. 

One can indulge one’s tastes for the exquisite at all price points at the upcoming online auction, says Jaime Ponce de Leon, “and all that from one’s armchair or boudoir. The online auction gives clients the convenience of bidding through their mobiles or laptops, without having to trek all the way to where physical auctions happen.” This convenience makes online auctions for smaller-value — but no less enchanting — lots trending,” he said.

It’s as simple as going to www.leonexchange.com and registering as a buyer. Previews for the superb lots begin on Wednesday, July 18, 2018.

Maningning Miclat Art Awards 2018: Deadline for Submission of Entries Extended Up To July 31

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The Maningning Miclat Art Foundation, Inc. (MMAFI), in cooperation with District Gallery and Far Eastern University, is pleased to announce the extension of submission of Online Entries to the 2018 Maningning Art Competition to July 31, 2018.

Entries must be submitted to maningning2018@gmail.com. Image file of the entry must be high-quality, high-definition, and in JPG format. Artist name, title, dimension, medium, and year of the artwork must be included. Passport photo, biodata, birth certificate, and entry form must be attached in email. File name format is [title]_[size in cm]_[year].JPG (Example: TroubleInParadise_160cmx184cm_2018.JPG)

Artists of shortlisted entries will be informed via email on August 13.

Actual artwork of shortlisted entries must be submitted with a passport photo, biodata, copy of birth certificate, and notarized entry form to FEU President’s Committee on Culture Office no later than August 28. The painter is responsible for transporting and submitting entries to FEU. The painter hereby releases the Maningning Miclat Art Foundation, District Gallery, and FEU from any claims of damage to artwork due to storage or transport in connection with the competition.

Shortlisted entries will be unveiled and exhibited at the Exhibit Hall of the Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts at Far Eastern University from September 3 to September 28. Awarding will be at FEU on September 28 back to back with the performance art, “Ginugunita Kita.” All submitted artworks will be available for sale.

The top prize to be chosen by the Board of Judges will be awarded as follows: A Julie Lluch Sculpture trophy, Php28,000.00, Miclat book collection, and a solo exhibit at District Gallery.

All entries must be claimed by the buyer, with painter present on September 29 from 8:00am to 5:00pm at FEU. Likewise, paintings not sold must be claimed by the artists on the same day.


For further inquiries, send an email to: maningningfoundation@gmail.com