In collaboration with Novice, this episode was recorded ahead of the upcoming FRESH Takes on Photography event happening at SPOTLIGHT: The Exhibit in Kape Mismo.

We sat down with photographers Sean Jhayzeith Cortez and Austin Garcia to talk about how their cameras have become mirrors of their own lives—reflecting the beauty, honesty, and complexity of everyday existence. From capturing fleeting moments on the streets to documenting raw human emotion, they share how photography serves as both an act of storytelling and self-discovery.

Together, we explored what it means to stay true to one’s lens—advocating for transparency and authenticity in a world often filtered and curated. This conversation is a reminder that photography isn’t just about seeing, but about witnessing what’s real.

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Austin Garcia

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Sean Jhayzeith

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We’re back with the third leg of our Spotlight series in collaboration with Novice — this time shining in Antipolo. This episode also doubles as a teaser for Fresh Takes, Novice’s own creative talk that feels like TED Talk meets Graphika, but in an intimate setting built for raw, inspiring stories.

We sit down with Antipolo’s very own talents — Addi, Maddy, and Lloydie — homegrown illustrators and designers who share how their roots influence their craft. Together, we explore what it means to navigate the art scene as an Antipoleño: the challenges, the opportunities, and the urgent need for more creative hubs that can spark both cultural and economic growth.

Beyond the local perspective, this conversation also digs into the essentials of building a sustainable art career — from cultivating the right mindset, discipline, and balance, to staying authentic in a fast-paced, hyperconnected world.

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Addi Panadero

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Hey Mady!

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Lloyd Zapanta

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Gumroad: https://lloydzapanta.gumroad.com/l/dwwui

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In this episode, we sit down with three incredible collage artists—Arden Ortiz, Khada Liz, and Josh Dacumos—whose works are part of Spotlight: The Exhibit by Novice. Together, they open up about the vulnerability and rawness that fuel their creative process, and how collage becomes more than just cutouts—it becomes a way of piecing together fragments of emotion, memory, and identity.

This episode also serves as a teaser for Collage Day, happening on August 16, 2025 at Kape Mismo, Antipolo. Expect a day filled with art-making and inspiring stories, portfolio reviews, and playful community games—a gathering made for creatives ready to cut, paste, and connect.

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Arden Ortiz

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Khada Liz

Zine: https://www.instagram.com/p/DL9F_Q5TDKg/?img_index=1

IG: https://www.instagram.com/khadaliz/

Josh Dacumos

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Artstation: https://www.artstation.com/jshdcms

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