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Marissa Paz Israel, D.D.S. was preparing for a nursing career when fate stepped in. She was in her third year at Bicol University’s highly regarded nursing program in the city of Legaspi when she had a toothache. She went to her family dentist and decided on the spot that she wanted to be a dentist. “That toothache changed my life,” said Dr. Israel. Marissa was born in Manila but grew up in Bicol Region in the town of Lake Buhi. Her grandparents owned a coconut plantation where they sold coconut oil to wholesalers for food products, shampoo, and soaps. It was a wonderful childhood which produced fond memories, one of which was her mother’s flavorful cooking. With plenty of coconut products, one of her favorite food was her mother’s special…
@ehrranmontoya Collection for Spring Glamour 2022 Fashion Show Co-produced by @royalaestheticsph “There’s more to discover when you truly know yourself. It requires confidence and self-trust to be able to fly”- Ehrran Montoya DISCOVERING A NEW REALM THROUGH FASHION & ART EHRRAN MONTOYA DEBUT FASHION SHOW Ehrran Montoya’s debut collection features his attention to details, textures, and use of vibrant hues. The inspiration are mainly from his made up fantasy stories during childhood; from Mermaids, Fairies, Mythical Creatures, and scenes from animation movies like Princess & The Frog, Fairytopia, and other realms of the pixies from his Fantasia-like imagination. It is so wild that the pieces speaks for it self. Twenty-seven-year-old artist Ehrran Montoya believes that it is through standing on the shoulders of the giants that he can truly achieve…
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Legendary star Felicia Mercado, who is half Mexican and half American was born in Tijuana, Baja California and grew up in San Diego, California. As a child, she often spent time watching Mexican movies with her grandmother, yet little did she know she would someday be a star. “I often envisioned myself being in the limelight and loved how glamorous these women looked on screen. I always wanted to be a star, and I’m glad the universe granted my wish.” She smiles. At 15 years old, Felicia was discovered for her beauty, charm, and grace and invited to join Miss Mexico. Bagging the title of Miss Mexico propelled her to move to the country, which led to more opportunities in modeling, acting, and singing for Felicia. Living in Mexico enabled…
Heide Betz: Tell us a bit about your background. Kathy Turnquist: I grew up in cold and chilly Minnesota; we were a family of six. After I graduated from the University of Minnesota, I followed my dream and came to the sunny (well sometimes) Bay Area to work in the recreation and leisure business. Working at Oakland’s Park and Recreation Department was a good start to take me to the next step in my life. In the late ‘60s, the travel bug got me, so I accepted a job with the USO in South East Asia. HB: Please tell us a bit about the USO. KT: The USO is most famously known for sending Bob Hope and his entertainers all over to visit troops–starting during WWII and onward. When I…
The interpretation of art embodies the essence of its work, intention, and message. Art whispers an undefined story, transports through time, and delivers an impactful message. While most boys played with toy cars and soldiers, Thomas Luzuriaga, who was born in Bacolod City, Philippines, grew up in a home filled with art collections. The family dinner table conversations discussed art, the artists, and its origin. “Since my dad is an art collector, he taught me every single detail about art. At a very young age, I learned to appreciate beauty for what it’s truly worth. I gradually understood the value of what a painting meant,” he shares. Since the family’s art business involved traveling around the world, Thomas shared the same excitement as his parents in searching for the next…
