A depiction of a Panagbenga Flower Float in the future. It shows flowers blooming out of a mysterious and glowing cube, carried by an airship made of steel. It represents how technology can be integrated with natural life in order to celebrate a tradition that has been commemorated for decades.
Members:
Corpuz, Alyana Marie S.
Fabiala, Leanne Jasmine P
Mabato-an, Vea P.
Mayo, Carley Nicolette R.
Quirante, Jonnadel Q.
Lost in the Code
ABMT-201A
2025 2ft Paper Maché, Cardboard, Acrylic Paint, Spray Paint
This paper mâché sculpture is inspired by the Maskara Festival but shown in a modern, futuristic way. Unlike the usual smiling masks, this one has a blank, emotionless face to show how people can slowly lose their real emotions because of too much technology and social media, with the robot-like parts and dark colors representing how technology is becoming a bigger part of our lives. This artwork shows the mix of tradition and modern life, and how it can change who we are inside.
This colourful cultural mask display was created by the artists using paint and sustainable resources like cardboard and old papers. Several emotive faces with symbolic patterns are included into the artistic design, and the extension areas are represented by plumed feathers painted in red, yellow, and blue. Traditional tribal masks and ideas of identity and cultural expression through community involvement form the creative basis of this project. The artwork’s several faces each express a variety of human emotions and cultural beliefs, yet its vibrant feather decorations give it a joyful vibe. This exhibit makes a statement in public gatherings like parades and festivals, entertaining spectators and educating them about the customs of different indigenous groups.
This artwork features a cheerful robot figure fully covered in colorful festival flowers, standing tall with a vibrant bouquet in hand. The sculpture blends playful modern design with traditional floral motifs, symbolizing the joyful spirit of the Panagbenga Festival. It reflects the fusion of culture and technology, portraying how celebration and creativity can thrive in a world of innovation and change
Members:
Ocampo, Rish Joren B.
Orfiano, Nicole Clien C.
Abong, Pauline S.
Jumayao, Irish Mae R.
Oxina, Jhon Carlo G.
Masskara
ABMT-201A
2025 2ft Paper, Cardboard, Poster Paint, Glitters
This vibrant and artistic mask display is inspired by Filipino culture, featuring a painted mask divided into red, white, yellow and blue sections that reflect the colors of the Philippine flag.
Members:
Rivera, Eiren Marl Blaise T.
Navarro, Vien Victoria L.
Portillo, Mary Rose J.
Ramirez, Lander B.
Villanueva, Justin Skyler B.
Nature’s Giant
CART-201A
2025 2ft Paper Maché, Acrylic Paint, Carton
Nature’s Giant is a monumental sculpture that honors the enduring spirit of Mother Nature. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant Higantes Festival of the Philippines, this piece is crafted entirely from paper, glue, and other organic materials celebrating sustainability and the rich tradition of paper-mâché art. Cloaked in radiant gold, the figure bridges the gap between past and present, tradition and innovation. The golden finish evokes both reverence and modernity, symbolizing nature’s immeasurable value in an age of rapid technological change. Nature’s Giant stands not only as a cultural tribute but as a reminder of our responsibility to protect and cherish the natural world.
Members:
Zapanta, Reine Laurence M.
Burac, Sophia Bianca G.
Santos, Darlene Nia D.
Tacorda, Raymond T.
Pascual, Nicholas Adam A.
Mendoza, Agatha M.
Neo-Kalibo
CART-201A
2025 2ft Paper Maché, and Acrylic Paint
This Ati-Atihan-inspired paper mâché sculpture, titled "Neo-Kalibo," features a vibrant, fan-shaped headdress painted in deep purple, decorated with geometric patterns such as diamonds, triangles, and a stylized sunburst. These shapes are rendered in neon red, yellow, and orange, blending tribal heritage with a futuristic aesthetic. The neck area is detailed with circuit-inspired designs, while the base is adorned with a lively multi-colored fringe, echoing the festive energy of the Ati-Atihan Festival in a modern, tech-influenced style.
Members:
Cajocson, Lorenz Fedhel
Concepcion, John Albert
Cordero, Dominic Rai
Fernandez, Keiress
Kiat, Ralfh
Lakandula, Mark Jay
Pascua, Mel Andrew
Sorbito, Edmond Albert
Steel Spirit: A Futuristic Higantes Sculpture
CART-201A
2025 2ft Carton, Paper Maché, and Acrylic Paints
This sculpture, inspired by the Higantes Festival, is made from recycled materials like newspaper and cardboard, covered in papier-mâché, and decorated with vibrant designs. Its colorful body symbolizes the resilience and joy of Filipino communities, while the robotic head and arms represent the country's growing reliance on technology. The piece reflects a blend of tradition and innovation, showing how technology is increasingly integrated into Filipino life.
Members:
Almoete, Maritoni
Austria, Sofia Claire
Clores, Sean
Halayahay, Jay-R
Pascual, Allyson Kim
Rabino, Angelica
Time & Time: Past and Future
CART-201A
2025 2ft Carton, Paper Maché, Acrylic Paints, Cardboard
The sculpture themed massakara festival represents a time traveler’s journey through eras, with the brown, steampunk-inspired figure on the left symbolizing the past—adorned with Baybayin script, gears, clocks, feathered, and floral motif elements reminiscent of ancient creativity and mechanical innovation. On the other side, a futuristic counterpart emerges in striking blue, silver, and blue tones, showcasing modern technology, robotic motifs, and streamlined designs reflective of a highly advanced future. Between these two contrasting figures lies an invisible space a symbolic wormhole that bridges centuries, marking the portal through which the traveler cut-across time itself.
Members:
Abaygar, Ryan Jay
Balboa, Jay-B
Openiano, Kyle Miguel
Panisa, Derick
Madayag, Mark Rayhan
Taracatac, Marc Angelo
Guererro, Miguel
Time & Time: Past and Future
CART-201A
2025 2ft Carton, Paper Maché, Acrylic Paints, Cardboard
The sculpture themed massakara festival represents a time traveler’s journey through eras, with the brown, steampunk-inspired figure on the left symbolizing the past—adorned with Baybayin script, gears, clocks, feathered, and floral motif elements reminiscent of ancient creativity and mechanical innovation. On the other side, a futuristic counterpart emerges in striking blue, silver, and blue tones, showcasing modern technology, robotic motifs, and streamlined designs reflective of a highly advanced future. Between these two contrasting figures lies an invisible space a symbolic wormhole that bridges centuries, marking the portal through which the traveler cut-across time itself.
Members:
Abaygar, Ryan Jay
Balboa, Jay-B
Openiano, Kyle Miguel
Panisa, Derick
Madayag, Mark Rayhan
Taracatac, Marc Angelo
Guererro, Miguel
Kadayawan Fruit Generated Basket
HUMSS-201A
2025 2ft Paper, Cardboard, Paints,Paper Maché
Some fruits are inspired by Genetically Engineered fruits. The Kadayawan Festival took its pride with their Fruit Basket which showcases lots of fruits from their culture and province. It is evident that some fruits are shaped robotically to highlight how Genetically Engineered fruits differ from the naturally produced ones.
This features an AI robot immersing itself in the vibrant Masskara Festival, interpreting the celebration in its own unique way. The clock in the background represents the intersection of technology and tradition, with its hands poised near 12, hinting at a duality - perhaps the end of one cycle and the start of another, or the threshold between binary code and human experience.
Members:
Albay, Joyce Coleen
Caerlang, Leah Mae
Espiritu, Jasmine
Mangali, Matt Raven
Morco, Maxine Isabelle
Perez, Sean Cedric Angelo
Sandro, Saira Joy
Yaona, Gielliane
Modern Mini Higantes
HUMSS-201A
2025 2ft Paper Maché, Acrylic Paint, Cardboard
A mini Higantes with a blocky design to reflects the modern art style, and with a modern corporate suit.
Members:
Doral, Nashty Jay M.
Cedeño, Ryan Makhlouf A.
Embang, Michael L.
Mangrobang Juaquin B.
Tacorda, Johnpaul T.
Villanueva, Zeus C.
Reyes, Prince John V.
Scales and Circuit
HUMSS-201A
2025 2ft Paper Maché, Acrylic Paints, Cardboard, Wood Stand
This sculpture embodies the Bangus Festival's vibrant spirit, where colorful scales symbolize the celebration's liveliness and the body represents modernization through technology. The eyes, featuring small fish, highlight the festival's focus on unity and enjoyment.
Members:
Aries Barcebal
Juliana Cena
Kyla Fontiveros
Iron of The Fields
ICTE-201A
2025 2ft x 4ft Paper Maché, Acrylic Paints
A sculpture of a Carabao from the “Kneeling Carabao Festival” that has a touch of futuristic elements, where its body is intertwined with wires, giving the appearance of the Carabao being slowly transformed into a cybor. The sculpture captures the Carabao in its traditional kneeling pose, with the wires appearing as if they’re infecting its form, merging organic and mechanical elements in a dramatic fusion.
Members:
Sendrijas, Paula Mae
Baloloy, Arnie Keisha
Bamba, Deniel
Forte, McJade
Orsine, John Daniel
Osabel, Shaune
Papa, Airesh
Tapado, Kurt Russel
Modern Faces
ICTE-201A
2025 2ft Cardboard, Acrylic Paint
Inspired by the Masskara festival, through the festival's iconic smiling masks, it symbolizes resilience and positivity, earning Bacolod City its famous nickname. Taking place every October, the festival invites everyone to celebrate life, dance, and indulge in the city's infectious cheer, reminiscent of Brazil's Rio Carnival. Our mask is created using cardboard boxes, newspapers, and acrylic paint to put on our mask. Our work represents how technology is slowly integrating in our lives through the mask.
Covering most of its design with the colour blue, it portrays serenity, stability, inspiration, and wisdom. The smiling masks are a declaration of the city’s resilience and jubilant spirit, with the festival a testament to the local people’s ability to turn adversity into a source of pride and joy. The masks are more than just accessories; they are an art form that tells a story with each handcrafted detail.
Members:
Vinuya, Carl Francis
Bangayan, Zoei
Babilonia, Franco
Cresido, Clyde Dhenzel
Sari-Saring Syudad sa Prutas ng Bayan
ICTE-201A
This mixed-media sculpture, “Sari-Saring Syudad sa Prutas ng Bayan”, is made from papier-mâché, cardboard, colored paper, and paint. The large yellow fruit shell, resembling a mango, opens up to reveal a miniature city inside—symbolizing the harmony between nature and urban life. Inspired by the Mango Festival and the bustling energy of the city, the sculpture depicts skyscrapers and festival dancers unified inside the fruit. The mango represents abundance and Filipino warmth, while the cityscape and people inside emphasize community growth and cultural preservation. It’s a playful yet profound reminder that our roots and culture remain at the heart of every development we build.
Members:
Dael, Andrei Jay A.
Enage, Philip M.
Sicam, Clark Louise G.
Bañez, Lorence Jale M.
Manjares, John Carlos B.
Felizardo, Dhustine V.
Gerez, Lawrence Miguel V.
Gonzales, Keero Jamelle A.
Fernandez, Henry Eugene S.
Pamillar, Brandon Alexis P.
Smile of the Future
ICTE-201A
2025 2ft Acrylic Paint, Recycled Papers
“Smile of the Future" is a dynamic and contemporary sculpture made from recycled paper, cardboard, acrylic paint, glue, glue stick, glue gun, and scissors—materials that reflect both sustainability and creativity. The mask, painted in striking tones of red, black, white, green, and blue, symbolizes a futuristic vision rooted in the technology era. The geometrically designed face and base are engraved with circuit-like patterns, while asymmetrical feathers represent Filipinonomy and artistic ingenuity. This modern reinterpretation of the iconic MassKara mask goes beyond aesthetics—it stands as a progressive, environmental, and cultural statement. The use of recycled materials pays homage to the Filipino value of resourcefulness and environmental consciousness. The intricately carved electrical circuits link the sculpture to the current age of innovation, symbolizing the connection between tradition and advancement.Despite its futuristic style, the sculpture remains grounded in cultural celebration. The stretched, dynamic lines and asymmetrical features capture the joyful energy of the MassKara Festival, emphasizing individuality and resilience. "Smile of the Future" is a powerful expression of how, even in the face of rapid change, the Filipino spirit continues to shine—bright, innovative, and proud.
Members:
Castro, Aneeza Amor
Erasmo, Ashley Ysabelle
Madrid, Rainier Cale S.
Piza, Nhiel John P.
Serrano, Jenna Marie C.
A New Beginning
ICTE-202A
2025 2ft Cardboard, Acrylic Paint
This mask represents the output and effect of collaborating traditional festival in Philippines and with the technology that we are currently utilizing.
Members:
Geronimo, Lance Gabrielle
Vasquez, Hezekiah Ezekiel
Salles, Angelo
Babia, John David
Ocampo, Cylax Eurrie
Vasco, Dhan Zedric
Amor, Jiamwayne
Bayaton, Nikko Yuan
CyberKara
ICTE-202A
2025 2ft Paper, Glue, Cardboard, Acrylic Paint
CyberKara is a modern take on the traditional MassKara Festival mask, combining the rich culture of Bacolod City with futuristic design. The sculpture shows how the joyful and colorful spirit of the festival can still shine, even in a digital and high tech era. With its robotic look and bright colors, CyberKara stands for the strength, happiness, and creativity of Filipinos as they move forward in time.
This sculpture replicates that of the "Moriones" from the Moriones Festival who are furnished with garb of biblical imperial Roman Soldiers. The Moriones are embedded with embellishments of futurism, coated with paper mache-interpreted metal instead of its traditional counterpart. The futuristic Moriones soldier paper mache sculpture reimagines the traditional centurion of the Philippine Holy Week with a sci-fi twist. Blending cultural heritage with futuristic armour aesthetics to symbolise the combination of past devotion and future innovation.
Members:
Arnonobal, Juan Miguel
Esteve, Jacob
Obseñares, Marvielyn
Pinca, Adrian Joseph
Santos, Jose Alejandro
Sauro, Gabriel Anthony
Velasco, Kenneth
Crepe and Newsprint: Kiping lantern A Pahiyas Celebration
TOPER-201A
2025 2ft Crepe, Newsprint
In this vibrant reinterpretation of the Pahiyas Festival, colorful kiping decorations are crafted from humble newspaper and crepe paper, blending creativity with sustainability. The streets burst into life with handmade garlands, flowers, and ornaments, each piece telling a story of Filipino ingenuity and festive spirit. Despite using simple, everyday materials, the celebration remains a vivid tribute to the farmers’ harvest, honoring tradition while showcasing the power of innovation and community pride.
The pamaypay, or fan, is often used during the Sinulog Festival by dancers and devotees. It helps show graceful movements and keeps people cool during long parades. For our sculpture, we made a 2-foot fan using papier-mâché, which we created by layering paper and glue to form the shape. We designed one side using abstract art inspired by artists like Theo van Doesburg and Paul Klee, with colorful shapes and lines. The other side uses optical art (Op Art) with black-and-white patterns that create a moving effect when viewed. We chose these styles to give the fan a modern and creative look while still showing respect for tradition. We also used simple layering and outlining techniques to make the main parts stand out. Through this artwork, we want to show that even in a changing world, traditions like Sinulog still bring people together.
Members:
Abliter, Jenaiza Erich T.
Barrameda, Jenny Rose B.
Gonzales, Claire Anne I.
Dela Torre, John Elijah P.
San Miguel, Princess Chelsea C.
Harvest of Art
TOPER-201A
2025 2ft Paper mache, Newsprint, Cardboard, and Acrylic Paint
This mango sculpture is a tribute to the heart of the Manggahan Festival—celebrating the mango as a symbol of abundance, unity, and cultural pride. The bold patterns reflect the strength and resilience of the Filipino spirit, rooted in tradition and community. As the festival honors the harvest, this artwork serves as a reminder of the shared joy and heritage that bloom each season. It stands not just as a fruit, but as a vibrant emblem of life and identity.
“Lumina Paraw” is a futuristic robotic artwork that reimagines the traditional Paraw Regatta in a mesmerizing display of light, color, and movement. This innovative piece combines art and technology to create a unique visual experience that showcases the iconic Paraw sailboats in a futuristic, robotic form.