Filipino artist Jappy Agoncillo shares his journey from law school to collaborating with major brands like Marvel, Adidas, Spotify, Samsung, Warner Brothers, Activision, and Disney. Known for his vibrant murals that blend comic book aesthetics with Filipino heritage, Jappy has created iconic works, including a Marvel Thor mural in Manila. In this episode, he discusses how his Filipino roots inspire his art, the challenges of large-scale murals, and his drive to represent Filipino culture on a global stage.
Tune in to hear Jappy’s story, his advice for aspiring artists, and the grit it takes to make it in the art world!
Watch the Full Interview Here:
https://youtu.be/8ac97IMthf0
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SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uppQpBOVcXGYktWE51HM5?si=caeed8c0d6da4903
APPLE: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uppQpBOVcXGYktWE51HM5?si=caeed8c0d6da4903
TIMECODES
00:00 – Introduction to Jappy Agoncillo
01:30 – From Law School to Street Art
03:45 – Growing Up in Manila and Early Inspirations
06:10 – Jappy’s Filipino Heritage and Cultural Influence
08:00 – Working with Major Brands (Marvel, Adidas, etc.)
10:45 – Creating the Marvel Thor Mural in Manila
13:20 – Jappy’s Creative Process for Murals
15:30 – Overcoming Challenges in Large-Scale Art
18:10 – Advice for Aspiring Artists
20:35 – The Role of Grit and Self-Belief in Jappy’s Career
22:50 – Jappy’s Future Goals and Dream Projects
25:15 – Closing Thoughts and Final Advice
KEYWORDS:
Filipino, Filipino Heritage, Filipino Experience, Filipino Representation, Filipino Creative, Filipino American, Fil-Am, Filipino Art, Filipino Artist, Filipino Interview, Filipino Culture, Filipino Podcast, Famous Filipinos, Filipino Celebrities,