Metroscene Mag - For the young, empowered & creative

In a world where imagination knows no bounds, Noelle Morales, a visionary, converges vibrant dreams and electric fashion in creating her masterpieces. Driven by her artistic mantra “head in the clouds so is my art”, this 25-year-old Metro Manila-based digital artist introduces herself as an artist that merges surreal with the sublime. From the fusion of her diverse influences and inspiration from retro styles, she manages to create her own whimsical world where imagination and art collide.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Noelle Morales (@artes.noelle) With her insatiable passion for mythology, peony, flowers, tattoos and Korean-Pop, she draws inspiration from these themes and adds her unique elements of spooky and mythical creatures. She’s also a vocal penchant of vibrant colors, as she loves to go beyond her knowledge of color theory. Experimenting from hues to hues, scouring her imagination with the quirky color combinations, she continuously pu...

Short-lived are the moments that flow in the unconsciousness of time and Ivan, who goes by his art name Ibayan, explicitly illustrates the warmth that comes from the composite simplicity of Pinoy childhood, encounters, and familiarity– telling that the nostalgia of life is something that we will never be able to let go. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ibayan (@ibayanpsn) Ivan Pasion, whose comfort remains on watching sitcoms and afternoon naps, traces his arts on local designs, 2000s cartoons, and more importantly his life. His artwork dives into the vastness of personal lockets of after school mood– a shared kaldero of pancit canton with friends, the old-world juncture of commute, the memories childhood snacks bring– in the hopes of not forgetting the substance of being. “All of my works are, in some form or another, a chunk of me and what it’s like to grow up as a Filipino,” said the cartoonish, self-described silly artist. View this post on ...

Age is just a number, but creativity knows no bounds. At 22 years old, Piyang Flores is a rising star in the local art scene, captivating hearts and minds with her/his/their evocative creations. With a palette of thoughts and emotions, Piyang weaves a tapestry of ethereal beauty and intimate introspection. In the realm of artistic expression, Piyang is a versatile magician, wielding lines that pulsate with the fragments of existence, even as they decay. A true embodiment of fluid identity, Piyang embraces the pronouns she, he, and they, challenging conventional norms and inviting the world to see through a kaleidoscopic lens.  Piyang's artistic journey is fueled by a restless mind and a boundless imagination. They find solace in the act of creation, channeling their thoughts, dreams, and emotions into their art. A self-proclaimed nerd with a penchant for humor, Piyang's creations are a reflection of their love for all things beautiful and flavorful. Inspiration for Piyang's...

At just 24 years old, Albert Raqueño is already making waves in the Filipino art scene as a visual artist, photographer, and director. Currently studying  Fine Arts at the University of the Philippines Diliman.  Being an artist has always been a part of Albert, subconsciously influenced by his family because his mom has a degree in fine arts and his sister followed architecture. He draws inspiration from his distinct background and exposure to the world, hence his art is constantly deeply influenced by emotions.  "Over the years I’ve realized that being an artist has always been an innate calling, a part of who I am that I cannot separate ever since I was young. It wasn't a conscious decision to pursue a career in art, but rather an easy inclination that was also influenced by my family. I associate my artistic upbringing to my mom, a Fine Arts graduate, and my sister, who pursued Architecture. It was something that I naturally enjoyed doing," he said.  May sugar and...

Meet Quatro Hapimeel, the half-human, half-amazing artist from Santa Rosa Laguna, Philippines! With a foundation in street art, Hapimeel is a master of exploring different mediums like acrylic, aerosol paints, and even scraps of cloth to bring his out-of-the-box ideas to life. His artwork is a surreal testament to low-brow art, with characters that express his daily life, current events, and experiences. He draws inspiration from the ephemeral, excessive, and mundane ways of living, resulting in a hodgepodge of saturated grotesque and neon haze nostalgia. Quatro Hapimeel's artwork is a stunning mix of different styles and influences, with a unique twist that sets him apart from other artists. His pieces range from playful and whimsical to dark and thought-provoking, with each one telling its own story. Half-human, half-amazing One of the things that sets Hapimeel apart is his use of unconventional materials. He's not afraid to experiment with different mediums and textures, usi...

Name: Roves Solar Age: 28 Pronouns: She/They  Tell us something about yourself?  Hi, I'm Roves. I'm a queer visual artist based in Ilocos Sur, Philippines. I am a Capricorn with a Taurus rising and Scorpio moon. My works are mostly contemporary portraits and figures. For me, art is an endless navigation and a journey, that's why I don't want to limit myself with just one particular medium. As I love to explore and combine different types of mediums.  Where do you draw inspiration for your art?  Most of my works are inspired or based on my personal experiences and societal issues regarding women and  queer people. Although I began my creative journey drawing fanarts, I ended up making good use of my skills as a way to express myself, convey a message and tell a story. Sometimes my art also takes its inspiration from the songs I listen to, from fashion and clothes, Kpop artists I stan, a certain character or scene from movies and series, and from all that concerns...

Name: Katelyn Ann D. Miñoso Age: 22 Pronouns: She/her  Tell us something about yourself? My name is Katelyn Miñoso. I was born and raised in Iloilo City. I’m currently taking up a Bachelor’s Degree of Advertising and Public Relations in Assumption College – San Lorenzo Makati. I love to draw and paint since I was 9 years old, but it was only when I was 13 wherein, I started to hone my interest and skill for it. Ever since then, my whole life has been revolving around that identity of mine.  Where do you draw inspiration for your art? As cliché as it may sound, I get inspiration from anywhere- but mainly on everyday scenes that best represents our Filipino culture. So, this may be in our public market, the China downtown, the fishing port, etc. Scenes like these really piques my interest because I love how raw everything is. from the smiling people to the chaotic scene. Everything is just full of life and it makes me happy.  Describe your art style? I’ve heard people desc...

Name:  Cyrill Acuña Age:  22 Pronouns:  He/Him Tell us something about yourself I am Cyrill Acuña, a kitschy freelance illustrator and web designer based in Marikina, Philippines. I am a digital illustrator by practice, and I am also practicing creative web design and graphic design. When I am not creating art, I am probably sleeping, reading novels, or consuming movies and tv series.  Where do you draw inspiration for your art? Primarily, I draw inspiration from my childhood and how I drew when I was a kid. I am really a fan of old cartoons, especially 90s cartoons. I also like to draw inspiration from the Heta-Uma movement in the Japanese art scene. Basically, my art right now is an amalgamation of different things that I love from music, pop culture, and Filipino culture. Describe your art style? My art style is stylized cartoony but makes it more exaggerated. It’s like the Heta-Uma movement in Japan where ‘heta’ means bad and ‘umai’ means good. My work at first...