When in Manila and looking for a fun and worthwhile activity this summer, I highly recommend you sign-up for the weekly Tuscany at McKinley Hill’s Summer Art Sessions! A few days ago, I was fortunate  to attend their Basic Brush Calligraphy Class led by Mimai Cabugnason….. it was so much fun!
Basic Brush Calligraphy Class led by Mimai Cabugnason
included in the kit where Calligraphy Pens by Zig and Stabilo
Mimai as she teaches us the basic up and down strokes…
At first, I really thought it was easy, but I realized you really need a whole lot of discipline and patience to acquire this skill. First, Mimai taught us about the basic strokes in calligraphy.
thick for down, thin for up… practice, practice, practice….
Our teacher Mimai then gave us exercises on how to write our names…
Definitely not as easy as it looks. I need to practice more
I personally would like to invite all arts and crafts enthusiasts to attend the Tuscany at McKinley Hill’s Summer Art Sessions filled with fun, worthwhile learning, scrumptious treats and great music every Sunday starting April 19, 2015 and will run until May 10, from 1PM-5PM! This event is made possible by Megaworld Lifestyle Malls in partnership with Manila Workshops.
The Tuscany at McKinley Hill’s Summer Art Sessions will be led by some of Manila’s finest artists, who will be sharing their knowledge and expertise in a variety of workshops to be held at several restaurants in Tuscany, the burgeoning dining strip in McKinley Hill situated along Upper McKinley Road.
WeeWillDoodle founder Nelz YumulÂ
Fun and exciting art activities await those who will register including workshops on the basics of doodling with WeeWillDoodle founder Nelz Yumul at Lucky’s Burger Bar, and Basic Paper Cutting by Hey Kessy at Banapple Pies and Cheesecakes.
Those who are into calligraphy can take part in the Basic Brush Calligraphy class of Mimai Cabugnason, also known as Sharkmaine in the art scene, at Marciano’s while those who would like to learn how to do their own rubber stamps can go to the Rubber Stamping class by Manila Workshops at Sophie’s Mom.
 
yours truly during the Basic Brush Calligraphy Class
More fun art workshops await aspiring artists at the Summer Art Sessions including an Acrylic and Oil Workshop by The Artologist at the Sauceria. Meanwhile, Do-It-Yourself guru  Nica Cosio will be sharing lessons on how to spruce up one’s own tote bag at her DIY Tote Bag Designing class happening at Sophie’s Mom.
Acrylic and Oil Workshop by The ArtologistÂ
Aside from fun and learning-filled art classes, sumptuous dishes and treats will also be served during the workshops. Moreover, Josh Villena of pop band Autotelic will be serenading participants during the first edition of the workshop series on April 19.
Four Seasons Pizza at Marciano’s
Lemon Roasted Chicken at Marciano’s
Those who would like to join the Tuscany at McKinley Hill’s Summer Art Sessions can register now by logging on to Manila Workshops at manilaworkshops.com or by calling 0926-6167720.
Registration fee of P2,000 per session is inclusive of food, art kits and materials. Limited slots are available per workshop.
Those looking to join Basic Paper Cutting workshop by Hey Kessy can register by visiting www.heykessy.com. While those who want to take part in the Acrylic and Oil Sessions by The Artologist can register by sending an email to theartologist@yahoo.com and by calling 09165673351.
For more information on Tuscany Summer Art Sessions, please call the call the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Concierge at 709-9888, 709-0888 or 0917-8380111 or visit www.megaworldlifestylemalls.com.
