Alpas Pinas Engages Youth at Komiket 2024 with Nuclear Energy Advocacy

Members of Alpas Pinas with Lead Convenor Gayle Certeza at their booth during Komiket 2024.

Alpas Pinas, a non-stock, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting nuclear energy as a clean and sustainable source of power, took part in Komiket 2024, held on October 12-13.

Komiket, a space for all types of creators—from handmade toy makers to sticker designers—aims to expand the local komiks community by welcoming a wide variety of artistic expressions. The event provided an ideal platform for Alpas Pinas to connect with young attendees, sharing information about nuclear energy while distributing specially designed stickers created by young artists who support the advocacy.

Summer Komikon 2024 Returns to Celebrate Local Komiks Creators

 

After two years of going online, a one-year hiatus then several creator-centric events, Komikon is back with the highly anticipated Summer Komikon 2024! As the Philippines' longest-running local komiks convention, Komikon has been a cornerstone of the local comics community for the past 19 years. This year, the event returns to one of its beloved venues, SM Megamall's Megatrade Hall 3, at Level 5 of Building B, on May 25-26, Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 8PM.

Summer Komikon is a convention that champions local comics and their creators with support from the community and other creatives. It is an inclusive platform that embraces all aspects connected to comics by bringing together various stakeholders in the industry, from self-publishing creators to local publishers, creative service providers, retailers who support local products, collector communities, creator groups advocating for the advancement of the medium, and avid readers.

Seven Lakes Komiks Festival 2024 Brings Komiks Beyond The Metro

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the Metro Manila convention scene, and join us this May 11, 2024 as we celebrate Filipino Komiks at the Seven Lakes Komiks Festival! To be held at the cozy and laidback premises of Casa San Pablo, this event seeks to create a komiks-centric space to release new books and introduce new and old creators to each other in a relaxed community setting. 

San Pablo is rich with Komiks history, and partnering with both the Komikero Komiks Museum started by the late Gerry Alanguilan, and with Casa San Pablo, the Seven Lakes Komiks Organizing Committee aims to provide a fun filled day of reading and dialogue about komiks, connecting creators with readers, and hopefully create a new fans as well. Our event is proudly sponsored by Komikon Inc.,  (short description of Komikon),  and CARD MRI Publishing House Inc., a local publishing house under CARD Mutually Reinforcing Institutions (CARD MRI), that aims to "to elevate the capacity of CARD MRI clients by providing progressive and positive stories." We are also supported by The Graphic Literature Guild, a student organization for artists, writers, and comic enthusiasts based in UP Los Baños, and will be covered by our official media partners Indie Komiks Podcast and Blink Creative Studio.

Happy 90th Anniversary Kenkoy!

Back in the early Filipino komik era, there was a character that was loved because of his humor and charisma, he was Francisco Harabas also known as Kenkoy. Created by Romualdo Ramos and cartoonist and illustrator Tony Velasquez in 1929, the series features the comedic adventures of a pomade brushed up guy wearing over sized clothes and encounters a lot of slapstick moments that are hilarious and sometimes relevant even up to today.

Kenkoy became a mainstream hit as he appears in many publications. His popularity was also compared to other komik icons such as Darna, and Captain Barbell. He also has a beautiful wife named Rosing who looks more refined with her actions and fashion sense. Kenkoy also had influenced language because his lines were a mixture of Filipino, English,  and Spanish.

Free Comic Book Day 2018 Featuring iKwento For Pinoy Komik Fans!

This year of Free Comic Book Day (FCBD), I was able to attend because schedule now permitted me to experience this again. And it has become a tradition to start my haul with Filbar's in Megamall which has made it a monumental day for the store as comics fans are increasing every year.

Filbar's has a great system in organizing the long line of fans waiting to get their favorite comic books. And like we have featured back then, their Flashpass system still works to avoid over-saturation of people waiting for to get inside the store. Filbar's also provide space for comic artists who can do commission work and sometimes has a feature artists on board. This year they had Pugad Baboy creator Pol Medina who just launched his 30th anniversary of the Pugad Baboy Series.

Happy 90th Birthday Larry Alcala!

Just recently, it would have been Larry Alcala’s 90th birthday. The famous cartoonist who made the iconic "Slice of Life" comic segment is nearing a century from his birthday. Though he had already passed, many comic artists and fans gives tribute to one of the most recognizable work which reflects the lives of Filipinos.

To mark this occasion, his facebook page invites everyone to share their memories of Mang Larry and his works. One can follow the development soon to unfold this year with the hashtag ‪#‎LarryAlcala90‬.

Maraming Salamat Mang Larry!

Reporting for Summer Komikon 2014!

The summer komikon is out again for this 2014 at the Bayanihan Center and still drawing crowds and loyal attendees and fans come together for a one day event this summer. People would like to spend this time to indulge on their favorite comics and even meet and talk with the artist themselves.

This awaited event brings together comic creators, exhibitors, fans and even celebrities. Ketchup Eusebio is spotted there in support of the DVD launch of the indie movie "Ang Maskot" by Macoy.  

Summer komikon features new titles like Rodski Patotski by Gerry Alanguilan and Arnold Arre, Abangan The Best of Philippine Comics 2014 co-edited by Bakemono High creator Elbert Or, and Kikoman machine X - ang Ika-sampung mysterio by Manix Abrerra. There is also Sulyap 2, which features budding new indie komiks which have also gained a following among comic fans.

BLTX IV: The Annual Acronym of Cool Comics!

The fourth Annual Better Living Through Xeroxography (BLTX) will be having their Small Press Expo and BLTX Talx II: ALTERNATIVE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS on December 14, 2013 from 9AM to 5PM at the Lopez Museum and free to the public!

The participants so far!

• Gener Pedriña
• Gelo Suarez & Donna Miranda
• Ardie Aquino
• UP Writers Club
• Heritage Conservation Society - Youth
• UP UGAT
• UP GRAIL
• Carameldita
• Carlocrazy Clemente

Art For The Heart: Silent Auction and Live Art for Typhoon Yolanda Victims

Comic lovers and creators can also help the people will come together to help people affected by the recent typhoon. Fully Booked, Comic Odyssey and Vinyl on Vinyl present ART WITH HEART: Silent Auction and Live Art for Typhoon Yolanda Victims. Visual, street and comic artists come together to sketch and paint live to help relief efforts of the recent typhoon.

Commission a sketch, purchase merchandise, and participate in the silent auction featuring many beautiful Original Comic Art pieces donated by both artists as well as comic fans. Visual and street artists will also be painting and selling the finished pieces. 100% of sales will support relief efforts via the GMA Kapuso Foundation.

Saturday, November 23, 2013

10:00 am to 5:00 pm

TopShelf, 5/L Fully Booked Bonifacio High Street

Komikon IX This Saturday!

Although gloom and negativity may have come to many of us because of the recent natural disasters but we must never forget to celebrate our passion which can also be very helpful. You can start with Komikon 2013 is happening this November 16, 2013 starting from 10 am to 7pm at the Bayanihan Center, Pasig City.

With many of the artists and tables having their own drives in raising funds in aid of the typhoon victims in the Visayas. But of course, new and fresh comics are released for the growing fans of Pinoy komiks.

Entrance Fee: Php 100 (Kids under 12 enter for free until 12 noon!)

They will be having several fund raising activities on Saturday and check them out at  http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/335098/scitech/gaming/komiks-and-comics-artists-rally-support-for-yolanda-victims

RSVP to the Official Facebook Event page - http://www.facebook.com/events/538191652905125/

Post your experience with the hashtag #Komikon2013

TRESE Exhibit and Book 6 Launch!

October spells Halloween but it also brings news about the supernatural world of TRESE by Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo. The critically-acclaimed graphic novel will exhibit some of its artworks at  the Crucible Gallery in SM Megamall for the TRESE NIGHT GALLERY.

Featuring 13 limited-edition digital prints, featuring the creatures and characters from the award-winning graphic novel TRESE, created by Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo. Also on display will be the original artwork from Stories from the Diabolical.

Trese Night Gallery will start on October 22 until November 3 at the Crucible Gallery, SM Megamall, Level 4.

Plus there is also more good news as they will also reveal the next installation to the adventures of Alexandra Trese and the Kambal. "October 26 will be official launch of the Trese Night Gallery exhibit and it will also be the night we launch TRESE: BOOK OF MURDERS, a special collector’s edition compiling the first 13 cases with digitally-updated artwork  More details about this very special book ...a sneak peak on the new artwork... in the coming nights!" - Budjette Tan (from his facebook page). YEY indeed!

Pinoy Komiks Featured in the International Comic Festival Tokyo

Pinoy Komiks soars again in the international scene at the upcoming International Comic Festival Tokyo. The first “International Manga Fest” was held on November 18, 2012, and was supported by the embassies of seven countries, Cultural Exchange Bureaux, several publishers, some manga artists and many others. Manga in Japan, Bande Dessinée in France, American Comic in the USA.

Pinoy Komikeros will be participating in this international comic event in Japan to further expand internation exposure of Pinoy komik titles.

Below are the information we got from the facebook page of  the  International Comic Festival Tokyo.

The Artist Alley 2013 (from A to Z) 【26】PINOY Komiks　/ Philippines ピノイ・コミックス／フィリピン 活動場所：Philippines 出展作家の主要作品： Carlo Vergara: ZsaZsa Zaturnnah Manix Abrera : Kiko Machine Lyndon Gregolio : BEERKADA Elbert Or : Bakemono High AJ Bernard and Noel Pascual: Crime Fighting Call Center Agents Robert Magnuson : Hero Kitten Kuting Magiting Budjette Tan & Kajo Baldissimo : Tres Hezal Manzano : Call Work 【プロフィール】 フィリピンマンガの面白さ、美しさ、そして奥深さを日本に広めるPINOY Komiks。現代フィリピンマンガの重鎮の作品から、若手の同人誌まで紹介します。出品予定：Carlo Vergara, Manix Abrera, Lyndon Gregolio, Elbert Or, AJ Bernard and Noel Pascual, Robert Magnuson, Hazel Manzano他。神話、SF、学園生活など幅広いテーマと表現方法を、お手に取って確かめてください

KOMIKON 2013 News and Contest!

Komikon is giving 5 complimentary passes to Summer Komikon 2013! Read here to find out how.

The first person who can correctly identify the most number of comic characters, creators, mascots and comic fans on this situational art by Rommel Estanislao will get 5 complimentary passes! 

Just send an email to contests [at] komikon.org before 12 noon of April 8 (Monday) with the following subject: Total = . In the body of the email, put:

1. List of comic characters, 

2. List of creators, 

3. List of mascots, 

4. List comic fans 

with your full name, age, contact number. 

Don't just randomly guess because it will be RIGHT MINUS WRONG!

Summer Komikon 2013!

Summer + Chibi Characters + Paper + Ink + A Whole Lot of FUN = Summer Komikon 2013!

Yes, And its all set this April 13, 2013 at the Bayanihan Center in Pasig City. And many are expecting this will again be a jampacked convention with a lot of fans, comic artists, and even cosplayers who will fill up the venue!

Also know the winners of the Character Making Contest, Comic Creation Contest, Create Your Own Foldabots, Titus Seven Notes. Meet and greet our Pinoy Comic Pride like Carlo Pagulayan, Stephen Segovia, Roy Alan Martinez, Harvey Tolibao, Lui Antonio, Huebert Khan Michael, Dennis Crisostomo, and Jomar Bulda. 

Get your indie comic craving at the Indipendent Komiks Tiangge and the start of the Fourth Komikon Awards. Get Tips and tricks of the trade from the special Guests Robert Manguson, Jomike Tejido, and Elbert Or

Like them at http://www.facebook.com/komikon.org and at follow our tweets at http://www.twitter.com/komikontweets , please use the hashtag #SK041313 :)

Map and Directions at http://www.komikon.org/map-to-bayanihan-center/ 

Happy New Krisis Year!

Sorry for not updating lately on this komik blog because of tons and tons of committments left and right that made me so busy and hardly made any komiks this year. But as part of my New Year resolution, I will give priority again back to Krisis Komix and will release a new one this Summer Komikon. 

Speaking of Komikon, just today they announced the date of the event that will be on April 13, 2013. What?! I said to myself since I am just working on my new titles this year, namely IFIINITE KRISIS featuring Cadena de Amor (no this is not a love story, well not yet but will be kickass!).

Krisis will also have major changes in terms of genre and style so it would appeal to more people and also get attention. 2012 may be a slow year for me but I got a lot of lessons this year that I can use for the komiks. Even with shool and events, I think I can do better this year and also be a year of big imrpovements.

The Road To GTMACCON 2 This September 8!

‘UP AME proudly presents : The Road to GTMACCON 2’ is the pre-event of the highly-anticipated sequel to 2011’s Filipino pop culture phenomenon that helped bring Pinoy Komiks much closer to today’s generation via the current popular art-form that is cosplaying. Happening on September 8, 2012 at the UP College of Mass Communication, Diliman Quezon City.

Ticket Price = Php 50

Activies include:

a) Photoshoot by 20 of today’s most reputable photographers of the official GTMACCON 2 Filipino comic book character cosplay competition entries, last year’s GTMACCON 2011 cosplay competition entries, and the AMBUSH Comics cosplay team ( Nix Bennett as Red, Christine Blardony as school girl Amber, Gaby Ortega as Grinder, and Joan Manguiat as Space Ambush)

NOTE: Only 20 photographers will be part of this exclusive photoshoot

KOMIKON 2012: Independent Komiks Tiangge Participants!

Summer Komikon 2012 is just around the corner as May comes in and makes you realize that time surely flies so fast! And it means another year of Komiks and the most exciting is the Independent Komiks Tiangge that will feature independent comic creators. Unfortunately, I failed to reach the registration, but it was an opportunity for me to not to pressure myself and enjoy Komikon. Well there has been an increase of new indie komiks this year as the number of the members of Indie Komiks Manila also increased. Here are the list of the Komik creators and the comic companies they represent.


Here are the titles released by the Indie Comic Groups:

Summer KOMIKON 2012!

This year Summer Komikon 2012 gets hotter just like the weather as it will be filled with komiks, komiks and many other things still related to komiks! The event has been the most awaited event of the season. It was so in demand that the Independent Komiks slots were filled in less than a day! I actually failed to get a slot, but this means I have more time to go around the place and enjoy the komikon just like I did before. So Mark your Calendars now for May 26 at the Bayanihan Center in Pasig City from 10 am to 7 pm!


Specials for this years Komikon are Elemer Damaso, Freely Abrigo and Heubert Khan Michael. There will be also the Independent Komiks Tiangge and a 24 Hour Comic Creation Contest. Get to meet your favorite comic book artists and also their latest work hot and fresh and of course have them signed!


For more information visit www.komikon.org.
Mabuhay ang Pinoy Komiks!

Sputnik News: Kubori Kikiam and Crime Fighting Call Center Agents Book Signing

Don't miss the book signing of  Kubori Kikiam and Crime Fighting Call Center Agents with their Creators Michael David, Noel Pascual, AJ Bernardo only on Sputnik at Cubao Expo (Cubao X) This February 11, 2012 8PM onwards.

The 3rd San Pablo Comics Festival

Who says comic conventions only happen in the Metro? The San Pablo City Comics Festival to be held where komikero Gerry Alanguilan lives proves that even in the province, onw can enjoy the rich art and stories from comic people sharing their experiences and sketches that promotes the comic industry in the country. Now on its 3rd year, it shows a promising dawn to more comic loving people in Laguna.

This will happen on December 3, 2011, Saturday, 9-7:30 PM at Unimart Mall, San Pablo City, Laguna. Guest artists include Manix Abrera (Kikomachine Komix), Jess Abrera (Guyito), and Pol Medina (Pugad Baboy).

Save the date and see you in San Pablo City!