A gathering of comic artists and cosplayers
Filipino comic artists and cosplayers gathered in a celebration of creativity and ingenuity at the recently concluded DrawInk Convention.
One of the highlights was a panel discussion titled “Komikeros in the Digital Landscape,” headlined by popular local illustrators and social media personalities Drew Borja of Hunghang Flashbacks and AJ Bacar of Sskait.
The special guests expounded on their processes, sources of inspiration and how they incorporate and promote Filipino culture in their works. They imparted several tips on building a brand identity as well as growing their audience.
The talk walked the audience through their setbacks and triumphs that established their presence in the online comic industry.
The event featured an Artist Alley, which showcased the figures and merchandise of Sskait, Apog and Chef Budz.
It also provided a platform for starting Benildean comic artists and illustrators to present and promote their original pieces.
A cosplay competition was held and the winners were screened by Djyrmae Subagan, Anthony Aposaga, Emi “LiaBear” Gonzales, Yoruino and Aster Siu.
Attasha Ysabella Dioso, dressed as Furina de Fontaine from the action role-playing gacha game Genshin Impact, emerged as the champion.
The three-day event was organized by DrawInk, the premier comic organization of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde.
