Inspired by cultural and indigenous elements, BEED 3 students displayed their handmade crafts last January 17, 2024 at the College of Education’s function hall.
The students created crafts such as miniature nature scenes, handmade indigenous decorations, and gowns made from corn husks, shells, and the like under Prof. Narlou Tabanao’s guidance in his GEC-ICC (Indigenous Creative Crafts) subject.
Indigenous crafts were run down the stage for exhibition, while the native gowns were worn by representatives who modeled them with grace and poise.
These creations were also judged by the panel of judges composed of Prof. Jaypee Sario, Prof. Divine Grace Gaudan, Prof. Roldan Saranillo, Prof. Ellanie Temple, and Prof. Joseph Darwin Daan.
During the program’s final moments, the winners for craft and gown categories were announced. For the Parade of Crafts, the Best Innovation in Indigenous Design Award was secured by Melody Canoy, Mary Grace Mahusay, and Marichie Sadagnot. The Best Use of Indigenous Materials Award was reaped by Genelyn Araneta, Niño Baga, and Mary Joy Landiza.
The Functional Art Excellence Award and Young Artisan Rising Star was bagged by Jerame Landiza and Ritchel Marie. Finally, for the Master Artisan Award, it was secured by Genelyn Araneta, Niño Baga, Mary Joy Landiza, Melody Canoy, Mary Grace Mahusay, and Marichie Sadagnot.
For the Fashion Show, minor awards were given first. The Innovation in Indigenous Design Award was given to Kin Louie Patiluna from BEED 3-B, the Cultural Fusion Cuture Award was secured by Lalyn Amolo from BEED 3-A, the Head Turner Award was awarded to Kin Louie Patiluna from BEED 3-B, and the Sustainable Fashion Leadership was given to Lalyn Amolo from BEED 3-A.
Moving on to the major awards, Erica Faith Davin from BEED 3-B was proclaimed 2nd Runner Up, Kin Louie Patiluna from BEED 3-B was awarded 1st Runner Up, and Lalyn Amolo from BEED 3-A was crowned Student Model of the Year. / Deutsche Mark Rondina