Versatile, innovative, and creative, Mika is a Filipino-born designer with a passion for travel and discovery. Being a third culture kid and an avid traveller, Mika is well-versed in interpreting global perspectives, which she uses in her practice. Through her plethora of skills in UI/UX, branding, and coding, Mika is a tour-de-force in the field. Although, hedgehogs are a close second passion, for which the love is never-ending.
Souvenir City
Reimagining mass-produced souvenirs into abstract art through visual manipulation
From kitsch to abstract, 'Souvenir City' explores authenticity in commodified souvenirs. Through employing visual distortion techniques such as scanning and collage, it transforms mass-produced trinkets from Singapore and Bangkok into abstract art. These accumulate in a three-part collection souvenir shop where I am showcasing my perceived version of authenticity, selecting souvenirs that naturally incorporate a distortion effect. This challenges international students to reframe the concept of 'authentic' souvenirs and embrace possibilities for creative transformation.
