Inspired by Ben Heine's Pencil vs. Camera project, these local Filipino artists come together for a drawing and photography-combined piece called the Project Manila Drawing VS. Camera collection. Comprised of sketches drawn by Sol Palakol, Lala Torres and Mots, and pictures shot by Raffy Parcon, the project portrays scenes in the Filipino capital of Manila. With monsters appearing from nowhere, human caricatures on buildings, flying piggy banks and letters with wings, the series is tons of fun to flick through.
Project Manila Drawing VS. Camera is an awesome way to look at the various familiar spots in the urban districts of the Philippines combined with a humorous sense of artistry which bridges the gap between reality and fantasy.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Integrated Art and Photography
- There is potential for artists and photographers to collaborate on projects that combine the two mediums.
- Humorous Fantasy Art
- Artists can explore incorporating humor and fantasy elements in their work to create unique and engaging pieces.
- Local Art Collaborations
- More local artists could collaborate on projects that showcase their unique perspectives on their surroundings.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fine Art
- The fine art industry can benefit from the integration of different mediums such as drawing and photography.
- Photography
- Photographers can explore new creative avenues by collaborating with artists and incorporating different techniques.
- Tourism
- Local tourism industries can leverage unique collaborative art projects to promote their destinations and attract visitors.
