In this post I discuss my design notes on techniques and inspiration in the creation of the 27 patterns that defined cultures.

Commitment is the whole point of the challenge but of course success depends entirely on my schedule and state of mind.

Looking back at my earlier submissions, I’ve noticed that my style is leaning more towards children’s book illustration. Curious.

I didn't dream of becoming an artist, I've always been one. It’s just a matter of getting better at it.

This piece is a metaphor to my life as an expat stuck in foreign affairs bureaucracy in this time of uncertainty.

All the time while working on this, there is one thing that stayed on my mind, “Learn to draw.”

Maximalism is tricky, as there’s a thin line between an elegant organized mess and clutter.

But a professional artist knows how to separate their personal life from work and so I pushed forward to finish this assignment.

I was encouraged by our mentor, Lilla Rogers, to have more of the art direction I took on my book cover submission in my portfolio.

Filipino food is simple. We are not compelled to complicate our food with strong flavours, spices and flourishes.

I heavily researched about my current city, Johannesburg, and played around the concept of "Egoli" or a place of gold.

I was so inspired by tea and the tea ceremony that I even took every opportunity to paint it.

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