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About Me

Hello, my name is Marcel, a passionate artist/creative/designer with a strong connection to my roots and a love for storytelling. With experience in various creative fields, I bring a unique perspective to every project, blending my childhood memories and cultural influences to create visually impactful narratives.

Growing up in the Philippines, I developed an appreciation for diverse art forms and the power of visual storytelling. My love for design led me to pursue a career that combines my artistic talents with my keen eye for detail. As a production designer, artist, graphic designer, and photographer, I've honed my craft and cultivated an ability to create immersive worlds on screen.

I'm a curious and empathetic person, always seeking to understand the emotions and motivations of the characters I bring to life. My design process is rooted in collaboration, working closely with directors and creative teams to develop a shared vision. I embrace challenges, often finding inventive ways to overcome budgetary and resource constraints.

Beyond work, I enjoy exploring new places, collecting inspiration from my travels and experiences. I'm forever seeking new ideas to spark my creativity. As an artist, I'm committed to creating meaningful experiences that resonate with audiences. I believe that by connecting to our own stories and sharing them through the power of design, we can make a lasting impact on the world around us

GRANTS, PROGRAMS, PUBLICATIONS

AWARDS AND NOMINATIONS

  • 2023 - BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN FOR SHORT FILM - VIVS SILLY MANGO - AUSTRALIAN PRODUCTION DESIGN GUILD (APDG) AWARDS - NOMINEE

  • 2019 - BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN FOR SHORT FILM- FLOWER GIRL - JMC MARTINI AWARDS - NOMINEE

  • 2018 - BEST TVC OR BRANDED CONTENT (DIRECTOR) - LINCON HIRE BRANDED CONTENT - JMC MARTINI AWARDS - WINNER

  • 2018 - BEST MUSIC VIDEO (DIRECTOR) - NEON MEMORIES - JMC MARTINI AWARDS - WINNER

  • 2018 - BEST DOCUMENTARY (DIRECTOR/PRODUCER) - GLITTER MY COMING OUT STORY - JMC MARTINI AWARDS - NOMINEE

  • 2017 - BEST DIGITAL POSTCARD (PRODUCER/PRODUCTION DESIGNER) - SHAREHOUSE - JMC MARTINI AWARDS - NOMINEE

ART EXHIBITS

  • 2025 - SEASONS INSTALLATION/EXHIBIT - KIDS TAKE OVER @ HOTA (Home of the Arts)

  • 2021 - MINT ART HOUSE RESIDENT EXHIBIT - EXHIBITING WITH OTHER RESIDENTS AT MINT ART HOUSE

  • 2020 - LEVEL UP ART GALLERY “RETURN TO PLAY”- EXHIBITING WITH IZZYVOODOO, AND MICHELLE LE PLASTRIER

  • 2016 - FILIPINO BARIO FIESTA - FILIPIÑANA SECTION - DISPLAYING DRAWINGS AND OTHER ART

  • 2013 - CAC YEAR 12 ART SHOWCASE - FINAL ART EXHIBIT AND CRIT

FILMOGRAPHY

  • 2025

    LOVE ISLAND US SEASON 7 - REALITY T.V. - PROPS GRAPHIC ARTIST

    INA - ONLINE SERIES - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    TIME BY GLVES - MUSIC VIDEO - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

  • 2024

    DARBY AND JOAN S2 - T.V. SERIES - GRAPHIC DESIGNER / POST PRODUCTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER

    CARPET OF FLOWERS - MUSIC VIDEO - ART DIRECTOR, SET DESIGNER

  • 2023

    ASIA PACIFIC SCREEN AWARDS - CREATIVE PRODUCER / MARKETING COORDINATOR

    THE FAMILY - SHORT FILM - GRAPHIC ARTIST

    ZOMBIE PLANE - FEATURE FILM - GRAPHIC ARTIST

  • 2022

    IN OUR BLOOD - FEATURE FILM - GRAPHIC ARTIST

    BEDFRAME - SHORT FILM - STANBY PROPS/ ON-SET SET DRESSER

    VIV'S SILLY MANGO - SHORT FILM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER - GRAPHIC DESIGNER

    YOUNG ROCK S2 - T.V. SERIES - GRAPHIC ARTIST

  • 2021

    LOST AND FOUND - FEATURE FILM - PROPS ASSIST

    PORTABLE DOOR - FEATURE FILM - SET DEC ASSIST

    BLACKSITE - FEATURE FILM - ART DEPT RUNNER

  • 2020

    CENTR PROMO - TVC - ART DEPARTMENT RUNNER

    STRAYNGER - MUSIC VIDEO - GRAPHIC ARTIST

    HOLEY MOLEY AUS - T.V. SERIES - BUYER/DRESSER

  • 2019

    ROMANCE ON THE MENU - FEATURE FILM - ON SET DRESSER

    STREAMLINE - FEATURE FILM - BUYER/DRESSER

    THE PERFECT SPOT - SHORT FILM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    MIDNIGHT ZERO - PILOT - GRAPHIC ARTIST

    GRIP - SHORT FILM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    JMC OPEN DAY - MULTICAM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    TRUE BLUE - SHORT FILM - GRAPHIC ARTIST

    BLOODY HELL - FEATURE FILM - GRAPHIC DESIGNER

  • 2018

    TWO HEADS CREEK - FEATURE FILM - SET DRESSER

    FLOWER GIRL - SHORT FILM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    WAVELL DRAMA TROUPE - PERFORMANCE -PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    LINCON HIRE - TVC - PRODUCER, DIRECTOR

    JMC OPEN DAY - MULTI CAM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    YOUNG ACHIEVER AWARDS - OB - ASST. TECHNICHAL DIRECTOR

    COMMONWEALTH GAMES BEACH VOLLEYBALL - OB - FLOOR MANAGER

    NEON MEMORIES - MUSIC VIDEO - DIRECTOR

    WHO IS LOLA MYERS? - SHORT FILM - SET DRESSER

    WINDCHIME - SHORT FILM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

  • 2017

    CHANCE_02 - SHORT FILM - MINIATURE SET BUILDER

    HOMECOMING QUEENS - T.V. SERIES - ART DEPARTMENT

    ONE LIFE TOO MANY - SHORT - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    JMC OPEN DAY - MULTI CAM - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

    IDENTITY ALIAS - MUSIC VIDEO - ART DEPARTMENT

    VAULT GAMES - TVC - ART DEPARTMENT

    SHAREHOUSE - DIGITAL POSTCARD - PRODUCER, PRODUCTION DESIGNER