UP Asosasyon ng mga Kabataang Artista, Kritiko, at Iskolar ng Sining at Kultura

History

U.P. ASTERISK was founded by Art Studies students in 2006 to promote art practice and scholarship, and provide a support group for students and enthusiasts of art through field training.

Officers

Chairperson: Szusza Anne T. Velasco (BA Art Studies)

Vice Chairperson for Internal Affairs: Vincent Paul F. Ronquillo (BA Creative Writing)

Vice Chairperson for External Affairs: Josefina April Lim (BS Clothing Technology)

Vice Chairperson for Academics: Jeremy Agsawa (BA Art Studies)

Vice Chairperson for Publicity: Ma. Victoria Almazan (B Fine Arts)

Vice Chairperson for Finance: Rachel Hanna Mauricio (BS Clothing Technology)

Secretary-General: Ivony Acas (BA Art Studies)

Members

Academics Committee Marie Gerone Ba-ang (BA Philosophy), Ashley Garcia (B Fine Arts: Visual Communication), Samantha King (BA Sociology), Kenneth Paranada (MA Art Studies), Jocelyn Tarnate (BA Broadcast Communication)

Externals Committee Alleli Rae Dantes (BA Art Studies), Mikaela Guevara (B Fine Arts: Visual Communication), Anna Palac (BA Broadcast Communication), Marianne Rios (B Fine Arts: Visual Communication), Katrina Taule (B Fine Arts: Studio Arts)

Finance Committee Hemerson Dimacale (BA Art Studies), Reyzharie De Lara (BA Sociology), Jon Louis De Leon (BA Art Studies), Virna Pamela Odiver (BA Art Studies), Nicole Samonte (BA Art Studies)

Internals Committee Karlo James Gascon (BA Broadcast Communication), Robern Padasas (BA English Studies: Language), Zyera Prieto (BS Community Nutrition), Jeremiah Salamero (BA Political Science)

Publicity Committee Ysa Calinawan (B Fine Arts: Visual Communication), Justin Aeron Caperal (BA Art Studies), Joseph Vincent Carrascal (BS Social Work), Yasmin Reynancia (BA Art Studies), Judith Camille Rosette (B Fine Arts: Industrial Design)

Secretariat Maria Angela Alcantara (BS Tourism), Judrith Bigornia (BA Art Studies), Jeremy Rotoni (BA Art Studies)

Activities

KWENKAP Our European wine, the illustrados ignited the Philippine Revolution. Over cooked endives, the Lost Generation produced modern American Art. Over banana cues, Cueshé redefined Philippine rock and roll. The tradition of combining food with the study of art has led to innovative changes in the world of art and society. Though its members are yet to be brilliant artists and scholars, UP ASTERISK has taken upon itself the task of continuing tradition through KwenKap. Short for Kwentuhan and Kapehan, Kwenkap is an informal discussion of art over coffee. It serves as a training ground for members, helping them review for exams and do homework in art-related subjects. Topics may range from post modernism to the hottest Filipino bands. For art enthusiasts who love studying art over good food, Kwenkap delivers sweet satisfaction.

WORKSHOP There's a tiger waiting to be unleashed in every person. Many people are actually spectacular thespians award-winning writers, and diva dancers - they just don't know it yet. Through its workshop, UP ASTERISK aims to turn talent pussies into great felines of skill. Intensive and intimate, the workshop trains members to master the crafts of creativity. It involves hands-on activities that allow people to become artists in the process of appreciating art.

FREELIKULA Freelikula is one of UP ASTERISK’s many events and activities each semester. The purpose of this activity is to feature various videos, movies, documentaries, and even mediated performances of excellent quality absolutely free of charge. The films are screened, selected and viewed by UP ASTERISK members before they are featured. UP ASTERISK believes that film is an effective art form in promoting awareness on certain issues and topics in relation to art. Film can also be effective in presenting concepts and ideas essential in motivating artistic minds.

SINING SERIES Cultural Night You don’t need to be a talent show clown to show what you’ve got or stay inside a house to be a star! In UP ASTERISK’S cultural night, you’ll be appreciated, not lambasted. Being an artist, critic and scholar of arts and culture is a BIG thing and we need to unwind from time to time. What better way to unwind that share your talents in a venue where you’re seen, heard, appreciated and accepted? Cultural Nights are events where members of UP ASTERISK and members of other organizations are invited to perform. Sing, dance, act, even write an essay on-stage, you name it, just do it! Field Trips (“asTOURisk”) Talking about art is one thing, but seeing it, FOR REAL is another. Talking about art over coffee is fun but talking about art when you’re right in front of it will make you appreciate it even more. With the organization’s links to the Department of Art Studies and various institutions in the country, it gets the exclusive privileges to see the works before they are even open to the public. Also, part of UP ASTERISK Sining Series are museum tours, participation on exhibit openings and other tie-up activities that encourage harmony with other organizations of the same objectives and principles like ours.

*Art is everywhere. Where ever art is, ASTERISK is sure to be there.

Announcements

Pls. visit our UP ASTERISK facebook fan page for details.

See Also

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