Shogie, Shogie...if he would be given a chance to be made into animated fantaserye, he (she) can give Dyesebel as run for her money (lucky he's just a Kuris character for now, hehe)..jpg)
Shogie face # 4: Seriously honest and straightforward when it comes to his opinions about society, the close-minded approach of conservative Ilonggos to animation, etc..jpg)
Shogie face # 3: Seriously knows how to have fun (and he's a straight guy who's just sentimental about the issue's in the world today).
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Shogie face # 2: Seriously sure that he knows what he should say when it comes to project proposals and expressing his thoughts about life, passion and vision..jpg)
Shogie face # 1: Seriously devoted to the Kurisan's magnificent dream.Diosdado Aguilar Jr.
Sketches the other side of his soul
By Ronelo Ladiao
No other Kuris Animator has much wisdom and sensibilities like Diosdado Aguilar, Jr. or simply “Dads” to his groupmates. It is not surprising why he posses a stretchable patience, good decision-making attitude and broad minded way of thinking since he was considered by the younger Kurisans as their “little dad” in the group. Though there may be times that they might not agree with the way he sees things and situations, but Dads has a big heart and optimistic point of view that contributes to the strength of Kuris Animation Unlimited in pursuing their passion, fighting for their dream and stay hopeful amid the storms that cover the horizon.
A native of Iniligan, Badiangan, Iloilo, Disodado is the third child of the couple Diosdado Aguilar, Sr. and Corazon Aguilar. His parents inculcate in his young mind the importance of ethics, strong perspective in life and social responsibility. A relevant heritage since he came from a family of natural born leaders and politicians in their native town. Having these strong qualities he inherited from his clan, Dads was also seen in his younger years doodling and sketching something with his pencil. The other side of his passion (aside from talking most of the time) is arts and literature. He is good in writing Hiligaynon essays and other forms of Ilonggo poetry. When he finished his elementary years at Iniligan Elementary School after been transferring from various schools because of their family business, Dads excelled in is own way. At Leon Ganzon Polytechnic College, he finished his high school education. Then at Central Philippine University, he took up Political Science. After his graduation, he has been involved in various kinds of jobs which include being a head of staff of a politician, interior and landscape designer.
As early as 2006, he was planning to go to Manila and process some papers for an employment outside the country, he heard about the new course being offered at TESDA. He was got interested to try the admission test for Professional 2D Assistant Animators Training and a few weeks after he passed. Though he entered a little bit late in the second batch of 2D animation day class at WVCST, Dads became easily close to his classmates. They instantly established bonding and friendship that unite them in one passion—arts and animation. Since the day he started to train for 2D animation, his thoughts and vision are optimistic. In everything they do, he always shares his good ideas. In the making of their first animated project during the training-- “The Adventures of TASI”, Dad’s leadership became evident and useful to organize the group. He was ecstatic to lend his voice as the narrator of the animated project which was successfully launched at Marymart Mall last September in time for the regional IT Week celebration. During their graduation last October 19 at SM City Iloilo, he stood out as one of the founding leaders and members of Kuris Animation Unlimited, the name that the group voted and embraced.
His leadership and sensibilities became essential to the fate of their group as uprising Ilonggo animators and their project representative. Though he sometimes got misunderstood, Dads has an open heart to explain and share his good intentions to uplift the group. After their successful “Kinarton” animation exhibit at Museo Iloilo on the last week of November, he seriously considered the upcoming project of the group which is “The BEQUEST: Origin of Dinagyang” as a significant tool to boost the group’s integrity. The project that would turn the history of Dinagyang Festival into animation became the turning point to consider a bright future for their group as a collective soul of potential animators. He drafted the project proposal of the animated short film, contributed a lot for the strengthening of its sponsorship deals, organized the members for their hectic task and became one of the four directors of the project. His vision became a reality when they finished The BEQUEST for almost 60 days amid financial difficulties and proved some critics wrong. It was successfully shown at SM Cinema 7 on January 25 and headed the tie-up promotion exhibit from January 14-20 at SM City Iloilo entitled “Dinagyamation”. Throughout the 13 months they have been together as a group of Ilonggo artists and dreamers who somehow made a cultural impact in the celebration of Dinagyang and noted in making the first Ilonggo animated short film, Dads remain hopeful that one day their talents will bring them somewhere out there…bigger than they thought they would be.
Sketches the other side of his soul
By Ronelo Ladiao
No other Kuris Animator has much wisdom and sensibilities like Diosdado Aguilar, Jr. or simply “Dads” to his groupmates. It is not surprising why he posses a stretchable patience, good decision-making attitude and broad minded way of thinking since he was considered by the younger Kurisans as their “little dad” in the group. Though there may be times that they might not agree with the way he sees things and situations, but Dads has a big heart and optimistic point of view that contributes to the strength of Kuris Animation Unlimited in pursuing their passion, fighting for their dream and stay hopeful amid the storms that cover the horizon.
A native of Iniligan, Badiangan, Iloilo, Disodado is the third child of the couple Diosdado Aguilar, Sr. and Corazon Aguilar. His parents inculcate in his young mind the importance of ethics, strong perspective in life and social responsibility. A relevant heritage since he came from a family of natural born leaders and politicians in their native town. Having these strong qualities he inherited from his clan, Dads was also seen in his younger years doodling and sketching something with his pencil. The other side of his passion (aside from talking most of the time) is arts and literature. He is good in writing Hiligaynon essays and other forms of Ilonggo poetry. When he finished his elementary years at Iniligan Elementary School after been transferring from various schools because of their family business, Dads excelled in is own way. At Leon Ganzon Polytechnic College, he finished his high school education. Then at Central Philippine University, he took up Political Science. After his graduation, he has been involved in various kinds of jobs which include being a head of staff of a politician, interior and landscape designer.
As early as 2006, he was planning to go to Manila and process some papers for an employment outside the country, he heard about the new course being offered at TESDA. He was got interested to try the admission test for Professional 2D Assistant Animators Training and a few weeks after he passed. Though he entered a little bit late in the second batch of 2D animation day class at WVCST, Dads became easily close to his classmates. They instantly established bonding and friendship that unite them in one passion—arts and animation. Since the day he started to train for 2D animation, his thoughts and vision are optimistic. In everything they do, he always shares his good ideas. In the making of their first animated project during the training-- “The Adventures of TASI”, Dad’s leadership became evident and useful to organize the group. He was ecstatic to lend his voice as the narrator of the animated project which was successfully launched at Marymart Mall last September in time for the regional IT Week celebration. During their graduation last October 19 at SM City Iloilo, he stood out as one of the founding leaders and members of Kuris Animation Unlimited, the name that the group voted and embraced.
His leadership and sensibilities became essential to the fate of their group as uprising Ilonggo animators and their project representative. Though he sometimes got misunderstood, Dads has an open heart to explain and share his good intentions to uplift the group. After their successful “Kinarton” animation exhibit at Museo Iloilo on the last week of November, he seriously considered the upcoming project of the group which is “The BEQUEST: Origin of Dinagyang” as a significant tool to boost the group’s integrity. The project that would turn the history of Dinagyang Festival into animation became the turning point to consider a bright future for their group as a collective soul of potential animators. He drafted the project proposal of the animated short film, contributed a lot for the strengthening of its sponsorship deals, organized the members for their hectic task and became one of the four directors of the project. His vision became a reality when they finished The BEQUEST for almost 60 days amid financial difficulties and proved some critics wrong. It was successfully shown at SM Cinema 7 on January 25 and headed the tie-up promotion exhibit from January 14-20 at SM City Iloilo entitled “Dinagyamation”. Throughout the 13 months they have been together as a group of Ilonggo artists and dreamers who somehow made a cultural impact in the celebration of Dinagyang and noted in making the first Ilonggo animated short film, Dads remain hopeful that one day their talents will bring them somewhere out there…bigger than they thought they would be.
Let’s start the chat with Dads and open up his dreams, passion and hope…
Ronelo Ladiao (RL): Who is the real Diosdado Aguilar that other people don’t know?
Diosdado Aguilar (DA): It’s still me… naughty, loving and caring!
RL: Tell us about your achievements that you are really proud of?
DA: Well, I was a national golden awardee for leadership at Philippine Experimental and Educational Research Society, Inc. held at Bayview Park Hotel, Roxas Boulevard, Metro Manila on October 24, 2004. Of course, being an Ilonggo animator and member of Kuris Animation Unlimited, Inc.
RL: Who influenced you to be passionate in arts?
DA: I think my passion in arts ran in our family. My older and younger brothers are good artists. My father is also an artist who is to be good in doing lettering and some visual arts.
RL: How about animation, how did you get interest in this form of art?
DA: Animation just knocked at my door. You see, arts and animation are closely related and represent the same passion. If you would look at a painting it looks simple but in reality it is very hard to do it. The same with animation…it’s a lot more difficult to finish even a single animated scene where lots of drawings are needed. In my part, I just want to try another form of art to improve and expand my horizon.
RL: Tell us about “Shogie” your original animated character that you created as your individual project during your training?
DA: Gusto ko magcreate sang lain nga klase sang superhero character pareho sang shokoy pero agi (I want to create a different kind of superhero character like a shokoy—male sea merman—but a gay). Even if he is gay, Shogie is a real hero in the eyes of every sea creature. He defends the underwater world not only from evil beings but from pollution and other destructive human activities. In real sense, everyone can be a hero even if he is part of the third sex. We can be a real hero in our own little way as long as we care and show concern for other creations of God. I want to express my thoughts through Shogie about the importance of our marine resources that we should protect and save for the future of our children.
RL: What does a Pol Sci graduate have to do with animation?
DA: Actually, both arts and political science are different fields of interest. But as an artist, animation is the expression of my artistic side and a way to express my sentiments about life since we are animating the reality about society and humanity. I am also confident of my social life as a pol sci graduate who doesn’t stop thinking how to help others especially my fellow animators. Both fields of interest made me see that life is full of adventures and discovery.
RL: What do you think is the edge of Kuris as a group of animators even though they are considered as amateurs in the field of animation?
DA: Kuris have talents. For me, talent counts most in dealing with life. I can see we have a strong bonding, unity and patience within the group amid the trials and hindrance that we face everyday. In the field of animation, you’ve got to have real talent that you can develop and use as a tool to achieve you goals and dreams.
RL: How do you respond to some people who put down animation since it doesn’t yet have a big market in Iloilo?
DA: Actually, wala kasigoruhan ang kabuhi (actually, there’s no guarantee in life). Life is a gamble. We can’t achieve something if we won’t try our best and check how far we can go. How can we boost and create awareness of the existence of animation in Iloilo is we won’t do something about it. I think we need to make good projects, show them how talented we Ilonggos are and be innovative as much as possible. Whatever they say about animation it’s up to them. All we have to do is to be optimistic and try to avoid being pessimistic in everything we do.
RL: So what’s your greatest dream for Kuris?
DA: Gusto ko makilala ang Kuris internationally bilang animators nga may nahimo nga dako para sa ila handum kag tungod sa ila mga talento (I want Kuris to be known internationally as animators who did something big for their dreams and their talents).
RL: Do you have any advice for those who want to pursue animation?
DA: Draw! you have to start drawing with your pencil, follow your passion and do it without giving up.
RL: This is your parting shot question-- If you’re going to choose another Ilonggo word as a substitute for Kuris, what would it be?
DA: “Kuris” (scribbled line) is actually a “Karay-a” word or mother language of Hiligayonon or Ilonggo. Well, I would choose “Kinudlit” to make it more Ilonggo (laughs).
Diosdado Aguilar (DA): It’s still me… naughty, loving and caring!
RL: Tell us about your achievements that you are really proud of?
DA: Well, I was a national golden awardee for leadership at Philippine Experimental and Educational Research Society, Inc. held at Bayview Park Hotel, Roxas Boulevard, Metro Manila on October 24, 2004. Of course, being an Ilonggo animator and member of Kuris Animation Unlimited, Inc.
RL: Who influenced you to be passionate in arts?
DA: I think my passion in arts ran in our family. My older and younger brothers are good artists. My father is also an artist who is to be good in doing lettering and some visual arts.
RL: How about animation, how did you get interest in this form of art?
DA: Animation just knocked at my door. You see, arts and animation are closely related and represent the same passion. If you would look at a painting it looks simple but in reality it is very hard to do it. The same with animation…it’s a lot more difficult to finish even a single animated scene where lots of drawings are needed. In my part, I just want to try another form of art to improve and expand my horizon.
RL: Tell us about “Shogie” your original animated character that you created as your individual project during your training?
DA: Gusto ko magcreate sang lain nga klase sang superhero character pareho sang shokoy pero agi (I want to create a different kind of superhero character like a shokoy—male sea merman—but a gay). Even if he is gay, Shogie is a real hero in the eyes of every sea creature. He defends the underwater world not only from evil beings but from pollution and other destructive human activities. In real sense, everyone can be a hero even if he is part of the third sex. We can be a real hero in our own little way as long as we care and show concern for other creations of God. I want to express my thoughts through Shogie about the importance of our marine resources that we should protect and save for the future of our children.
RL: What does a Pol Sci graduate have to do with animation?
DA: Actually, both arts and political science are different fields of interest. But as an artist, animation is the expression of my artistic side and a way to express my sentiments about life since we are animating the reality about society and humanity. I am also confident of my social life as a pol sci graduate who doesn’t stop thinking how to help others especially my fellow animators. Both fields of interest made me see that life is full of adventures and discovery.
RL: What do you think is the edge of Kuris as a group of animators even though they are considered as amateurs in the field of animation?
DA: Kuris have talents. For me, talent counts most in dealing with life. I can see we have a strong bonding, unity and patience within the group amid the trials and hindrance that we face everyday. In the field of animation, you’ve got to have real talent that you can develop and use as a tool to achieve you goals and dreams.
RL: How do you respond to some people who put down animation since it doesn’t yet have a big market in Iloilo?
DA: Actually, wala kasigoruhan ang kabuhi (actually, there’s no guarantee in life). Life is a gamble. We can’t achieve something if we won’t try our best and check how far we can go. How can we boost and create awareness of the existence of animation in Iloilo is we won’t do something about it. I think we need to make good projects, show them how talented we Ilonggos are and be innovative as much as possible. Whatever they say about animation it’s up to them. All we have to do is to be optimistic and try to avoid being pessimistic in everything we do.
RL: So what’s your greatest dream for Kuris?
DA: Gusto ko makilala ang Kuris internationally bilang animators nga may nahimo nga dako para sa ila handum kag tungod sa ila mga talento (I want Kuris to be known internationally as animators who did something big for their dreams and their talents).
RL: Do you have any advice for those who want to pursue animation?
DA: Draw! you have to start drawing with your pencil, follow your passion and do it without giving up.
RL: This is your parting shot question-- If you’re going to choose another Ilonggo word as a substitute for Kuris, what would it be?
DA: “Kuris” (scribbled line) is actually a “Karay-a” word or mother language of Hiligayonon or Ilonggo. Well, I would choose “Kinudlit” to make it more Ilonggo (laughs).
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