Tuesday, October 16, 2007

Kasuotang Pilipino sa Museo ng Makati



Kasuotang Pilipino – Philippine’s national costume like the Barong and Baro’t Saya, is occasionally used at this time. Usually used by city officials, or as a dress code during weddings and other special occasions, But you can see a collection of it during the yearly Kasuotang Pilipino exhibit held in the Museo ng Makati (Makati Museum). READ MORE...

Monday, October 15, 2007

Daigdig Pinoy - 2nd issue



Daigdig Pinoy's condensed printed magazine 2nd issue is now available!

Visit http://daigdigpinoy.com to get your FREE copy!



Thursday, October 04, 2007

A Bacteria that is good for you


Dr. Tetsuo Kamekawa is a Japanese that finished biology in Ukiu Okinawa University and in Michigan State University. After working in American Express for 7 years, his feet led him to come to the Philippines and never left since then. A Japanese by blood and a Filipino by heart.

For 40 years, he studied about bacterias using natural products found in the Philippines, to find out how it can benefit us in our everyday lives. Using all natural products, he was able to produce a bacteria, that is 100% natural and safe enough to eat. This bacteria is then mixed and used to benefit both man, animals and our environment alike.

First, there is the NBEM 21 Powder Activator. A very powerful non-toxic, non-chemical, and highly effective blend of rice bran and colony of more than 21 powerful, good and harmless bacteria, yeasts and molds. The NBEM-21 Powder Activator is an extremely versatile preparation of several beneficial and effective microorganisms, enzymes, hormones, vitamins, minerals, antibiotics, growth factors, and Chitosan. It is the result of intensive laboratory research and development that took eleven long years leading to the successful culturing of this scientific breakthrough product.

NBEM-21 Powder Activator removes foul or unpleasant odor and neutralizes bacteria in 24 hours. When applied to biodegradable wastes, the powder activator immediately attacks and eliminates the foul odor-causing bad and harmful bacteria completely deodorizing wastes in 24 hours. READ MORE...

Wednesday, October 03, 2007

Miniature Paintings



“The art is not measured in size but rather its simplicity and beauty that reflects the true and inner feeling of the subjects and that of the artist. “ – cited Norris Castillo.

Born in Tiaong, Quezon Province, Norris grew up from a family of artists. Growing up with his mother in Alaminos Laguna, who is a sculpturist using ivory and ceramics materials, and his brother who paints using oil canvass, it is Norris’ fate to be a fine artist. He was greatly influenced by his family and was exposed in colors, artistry and creativity all his life.

Norris started to look at his craft seriously when he was in 3rd year High School. His love of art made him paint almost everything. From old houses, birds, animal heads, old jars, kalesa (horse chariot), jeepney, tricycle, dusts, matches, and portraits. He loves to take pictures of landscapes and sketches them at home. He then had his first exhibit in Philam life when he was discovered by Mr. Jim Paredes. During that time, he was the youngest artist amongst the group. READ MORE...