Leon Gallery's Magnificent September Auction 2015 highlights early works with fascinating histories; Rare finds, Objet d'art, and Contemporary pieces

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Early works with fascinating histories; Rare finds, Objet d'art, and Contemporary pieces highlight Leon Gallery's Magnificent September Auction 2015.

For the Magnificent September Auction 2015 of Leon Gallery located at the G/F, Eurovilla 1, Rufino corner Legazpi Streets, Legazpi Village, Makati City, happening on Saturday, September 12, 2015, at 2 PM, art pieces with fascinating histories, early works from first solo-exhibitions, Objet d'art, and cutting-edge contemporary works highlight this much-awaited sale.

Two artworks from the respective early shows of Anita Magsaysay-Ho – “Boti! Garapa!” circa 1946 – and Benedicto Cabrera – “Scavenger” from 1966 – each with fascinating histories and back stories, are sure to delight discriminating collectors.

As part of the post-war rehabilitation efforts of the Commonwealth government of President Sergio Osmena, with the aim to reconstruct our damaged cultural institutions and the “renascent vigor of Philippine culture,” an exhibition of paintings of Anita Magsaysay-Ho – 47 artworks in all, including the oil on wood work “Boti! Garapa!” – was held at the United States Information Library in Intramuros on February 23 to March 10, 1946 with First Lady Esperanza Osmena as Guest of Honor during the opening reception. 

Galo B. Ocampo, who at that time was the Chief of the Art Section, Office of the President, and incidentally, her classmate at UP, described the choice of Anita thus: “In the paintings of Miss Magsaysay, one sees an exceptionally gifted artist who will go on hurdling the obstacles that stand on the way.”

Meanwhile in 1966, all of 24 years old, Benedicto Cabrera – or Bencab as the artist is more popularly known – together with his brother Salvador and friends Bibsy Carballo and Francisco Navarro, opened the Indigo Gallery in Mabini with his first solo show of some sixteen artworks, including this piece “Scavenger”. 

Debuting as well at this juncture was "Sabel" – the most recognized subject to appear in Bencab's canvas, a real life vagabond who used to roam around Bambang district in Sampaloc where the artist grew up. 

It is fascinating to note that Magsaysay-Ho's “Boti! Garapa!” was retrieved from a garage sale for the trifling sum of 20 US dollars and Bencab's “Scavenger” was found at a Salvation Army sale for 4.99 US dollars! 

An untitled work by Juan Luna – signed and dated 1884, oil on canvas – and featuring a comely European lady depicted in full figure in the formal dress of the time, bares importance. It was acquired by National Artist Carlos Quirino, then the aid-de-camp of President Elpidio Quirino, during the latters State Visit to Spain in 1951.

Two pieces by Romulo Olazo, preeminent modernist master, from his Diaphanous series, whose recent passing surprised the art word, stand as testaments to his indomitable commitment and devotion to his craft. 

“Sin Titulo”, Fernando Zobel's stunning oil on canvas work from 1963 is one of the largest and more complex art pieces by Zobel to come out of this period. The resulting work presents a totally different approach to canvas, all the more ethereal and sophisticated. 

A pair of silver Paliteras (Palilleras) from the Suarez-Joven family of Bacolor Pampanga, harkens to bygone, halcyon era – the 1850's – of refined and elegant living. 

Capping our survey is a powerful round-up of contemporary art pieces led by Ronald Ventura with his untitled work from 2010 and a series in mixed media from 2005 and 2006. Jigger Cruz's “Wandering Carnival” signed and dated 2015 bares his trademark agitated, viscous style of deliberate defacement. 

Rodel Tapaya with his “The Fairy's Flower Garden” is a powerful narrative where his vivid renditions give to form what we ourselves imagine. 

Truly, regardless of appreciation, inclination, and persuasion, there are artworks and pieces certain to delight various collectors in our Magnificent September Auction 2015.

The Leon Gallery Magnificent September Auction 2015 will be held on September 12, 2015, Saturday, 2 PM at the G/F, Eurovilla 1, Rufino corner Legazpi Streets, Legazpi Village, Makati City. For more details, visit http://leon-gallery.com/ | info@leon-gallery.com | +632 856 2781

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Latest Abs-Cbn's Romantic Drama with a Twist "All Of Me" with JM de Guzman, Yen Santos and Albert Martinez

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Loving with a twist - to find someone very attractive but unique and difficult to decsribe why there's something different, to be completely captivated by someone and feel immense joy and to love someone truly with all your heart and soul - with all of you! 

ABS-CBN’s latest romantic drama masterpiece, “All of Me,” is the newest addition to the Kapamilya Gold block that highlights second chances at love with a twist in time beginning Monday (August 31).

The romantic drama teleserye revolves around Manuel, a 50-year-old man who defies time just to have his last shot at love after he transforms back to his younger self.

JM de Guzman

"All of Me" also marks Kapamilya actor JM de Guzman's major TV comeback after his breakthrough film, "That Thing Called Tadhana" earlier this year. 

Joining JM in the latest Kapamilya Gold teleserye are veteran actor Albert Martinez, Kapamilya hunk actor Aaron Villaflor, and rising young actress Yen Santos, who will be doing her first daring role as JM’s love interest.

In the story, Manuel (Albert Martinez) a devoted doctor, decides to leave his flourishing career behind by living in an island after his wife dies. He meets Lena (Yen Santos), a young woman who boldly challenges him to embrace life again and despite the age gap, they find themselves in love.

Yen Santos and Albert Martinez

During their honeymoon in the island, a hired killer tries to kill Manuel, but he escapes death when he stumbles upon a magic portal that transforms him back to his younger self. Now, a younger Manuel (JM de Guzman) who discovers that time has advanced faces another big challenge in his life – to seek revenge and win back Lena who is now happily married to his former protégé, Dr. Henry Nieves (Aaron Villaflor) or forget her entirely and start a brand new chapter of his life.

Albert Martinez, Yen Santos, JM de Guzman and Aaron Villaflor

How far will Manuel be willing to go for his true love?

“All of Me” directed by Dondon Santos, is the highly anticipated teleserye that shows viewers love’s great power in pushing boundaries and even, defying time.

This romantic drama series also feature Angel Aquino, Ina Raymundo, Neri Naig, Ana Capri, Micah Munoz, Jordan Herrera, Sue Ann Ramirez, and Akira Morishita.

Don’t miss the premiere of “All of Me” on Monday (August 31) after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold.

For updates, follow All of Me on Facebook (All of Me TV), Twitter (@AllOfMeTV), and Instagram (@AllOfMeTV).

Beauty Bound Asia: The hunt for the top creator in Asia has begun

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Luxury skin care brand SK-II presents Beauty Bound Asia on YouTube – the region’s first digital search and creator cultivation program for emerging online beauty talent. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact and learn from the world’s best beauty creators, beauty brands, and digital experts.

With exciting time-based challenges, mentorship programs and workshops curated and led by top beauty influencers in Asia and industry experts, Beauty Bound Asia is a ground-breaking initiative designed to help discover and cultivate the next generation of online beauty experts. 

“SK-II recognizes the fast paced landscape of modern beauty and the growing importance of digital beauty influencers. As part of our brand’s #changedestiny philosophy, we’re proud to be part of this opportunity to support, empower and grow the creator community further, and authentically engage with the next generation of beauty experts.” - Seth Sandeep, Marketing Director, SK-II Global.

Beauty Bound Asia will be open to all legal residents of 11 cities where the contest is taking place including Tokyo, Seoul, Osaka, Taipei, Hong Kong, Manila, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Jakarta, and Sydney. As part of this program, YouTube and top YouTube stars will be supporting this initiative by offering skill-building workshops for Beauty Bound Asia finalists.

“At YouTube we’re always looking to find new ways to empower people to create, broadcast, and share. By offering YouTube workshops for Beauty Bound Asia, we hope to inspire and support the next wave of online beauty and fashion creators across Asia.” – David Powell, Director, YouTube Online Partner Development, Asia Pacific.

Coaches include the original beauty YouTuber Michelle Phan, with over 7.8 million followers on YouTube and over 1.9 million on Instagram. Michelle has always been a passionate supporter of the global beauty creator community. In addition to co-founding ipsy, the world’s largest online beauty focused community, she has also been a huge creative force for Beauty Bound; personally designing a number of the beauty creator challenges, and mentoring and judging the finalists from each city in the Tokyo program finale.

The rest of the region’s top beauty creators have also extended their support as coaches, with talented beauty gurus like Sasaki Asahi (Japan), Calary Girl (Korea), Momay (Thailand), and Wengie (Australia) amongst many others.

Who is Eligible?

If you… 

• Are over 21

• Are passionate about and have beauty expertise to share

• Are creative and have original ideas

• Have or want to grow your video creation skills 

• A legal resident of any of these 11 cities – Tokyo, Seoul, Osaka, Taipei, Hong Kong, Manila, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Jakarta, and Sydney

Then you are eligible to join, no prior experience necessary!

What is in it for Creators?

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Giving Back Never Goes out of Style

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“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Convergys aims to do just that by way of its nationwide campaign – Give a Bag of Hope.

As a Convergys community relations pillar which is to improve quality of life, this employee-driven project addresses the shortage of basic school supplies. For every Convergys new hire, a Bag of Hope is donated in their name, benefiting a student in a partner public school. The new employee also receives an exclusive Convergys jacket. Each of the company’s 60,000 current employees can also donate bags of hope, containing essential school supplies such as pencils, erasers, sharpeners, crayons, pad papers, and notebooks. 

The Convergys bags of hope and exclusive apparel made their debut on the runway through the “Styled to Give” Fashion Show held in SM City Clark. Brand ambassadors Mark McMahon and Gabriel Samulde, as well as one of the country’s hottest leading men Joseph Marco, strutted the catwalk with select Convergys employees. The main highlight of the night though was the parade of Aeta students down the stage wearing their brand new backpacks. The children are among the beneficiaries from partner schools of Convergys Clark.

The event was in part a celebration of the launch of a new Convergys site in the city, and a showcase for the Give a Bag of Hope campaign.

From its original site in Clarkfield, Convergys has moved to a new and bigger home in SM City Clark, enabling further growth. “This expansion is representative of our commitment to investing in our people and communities. Convergys Philippines continues to be a critical part of our global operations, and an important service destination for our clients,” says Convergys Chief Operating Officer Marge Connelly.

Convergys Philippines Country Manager Ivic Mueco adds that along with the Clark site’s continued growth, the company also becomes a stronger partner in building the community. “The 40% increase to 700 employees over the past year is significant, and we are excited to continue to grow. As we launch our new site, we also take pride in our Clark team strengthening their service to the community,” Mueco adds.

Department of Education Region 3 Director Rizalino Jose T. Rosales commends the campaign that aids in their ‘mission to provide quality, equitable, culture-based, and complete basic education to all our learners’. “Give A Bag of Hope allows Filipino schoolchildren to have a better chance to pursue their education by addressing a major cause of school dropout due to the lack of school supplies,” Rosales shares.

Earlier on the same day, Convergys Clark’s new site launch, employees visited and distributed Bags of Hope to Aeta students of Nabuclod and Camachile elementary schools in Floridablanca, Pampanga. Convergys Clark Site Director Soc Bautista says that employees volunteer in the Convergys Community Action Network to create a bigger impact in the places where they live and work. He also shares that the distribution of the bags and the time spent with the Aeta children were humbling experiences for the Convergys team.

The outpouring of support for the highly attended event only shows that helping out never goes out of style. The smiles on the schoolchildren’s faces and the hope it has sparked in them make the campaign a complete success. 

For more details, watch Convergys’ #GiveaBagofHope on Youtube. 

Follow/like Convergys Phils on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Live big with Globe Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Note 5

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Undisputed postpaid leader and the preferred telco partner of the world’s leading device manufacturers Globe Telecom has recently launched its postpaid offerings for the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and S6 edge+, allowing customers to maximize the features of Samsung’s latest smartphones and giving them a complete digital experience. 

​​BE THE FIRST, EXPERIENCE THE BEST

Customers can get the new S6 edge+ with 32 GB memory at Plan 1499 with a cash-out of P800 per month. It comes with unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM; GoSURF 999 with 5 GB of mobile internet; free 1 month of Gadget Care, Navigation Bundle that allows access to apps such as Accuweather, Google Maps, MMDA App, Grab Taxi and Waze; and 1 GB of cloud storage through Globe Cloud. Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ with 64 GB memory is also available on the same plan with P1,000 cash out for 24 months. One can also choose a free 3-month access to either thousands of blockbuster movies from HOOQ or millions of music hits from Spotify.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 offers a leveled up mobile viewing experience with its upgraded features such as a bigger screen display, faster processor and improved camera quality. It is now more affordable at Plan 999 with cash-out of P800 for 24 months. At Plan 999, customers get unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM; GoSURF 499 with 3 GB of mobile internet; free 1 month of Gadget Care, Navigation Bundle; and 1 GB of Globe Cloud storage. And as an exclusive offer for Note 5 availers, they automatically get a free 3-month access to watch blockbuster movies from HOOQ and at the same time discover millions of songs from Spotify.

Visit the Globe Registration of Interest page - www.globe.com.ph/S6 for the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and www.globe.com.ph/note5 for the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 - to register their details and promptly get updates on complete pricing and availability. 

The new Samsung Smartphones will be available in Globe stores nationwide starting September 5, 2015.

​#GlobeNote5 #GlobeS6EdgePlus​