We’ve been making masks for thousands of years. Why? Masks conceal, but they also reveal, transform and share – they are metaphors. Our minds are made of metaphors. In this fourth Tale of Mogpog, the town in the Philippines where
Travel Tales of Mogpog 3: Behind the Mask
What lies behind the masks of Mogpog? It was me behind this one; carved for me to wear as a penance during Moryonan – the Easter week re-enactment of the Longinus legend. If you have been following these tales, you
Travel Tales of Mogpog 2
This second tale of Mogpog is about a very important section of society – women. Women can be Moryons, too; masks with feminine features are carved especially for them. “Society Ladies of Mogpog” Living in Mogpog, working on my research, I
Travel Tales of Mogpog 1
Yes, there really is a town called Mogpog. Mabuhay! – Welcome! Mogpog, on the Island of Marinduque, in the Philippines, is the only place in the Philippines (or anywhere else for that matter), where you can see the original traditions of the Longinus
Another Philippines
Another Philippines There is more to the Philippines than sun, sea, sand and…smiles. Although millions of tourists every year head for beaches and night spots, these islands have other extraordinarily diverse environments, peoples and cultures. A favourite merienda between meals