Hiraya Media

03/26/2024

🏙️ Within the Filipino OFW community in the Middle East, the denim-clad, gold-necklace-wearing middle-aged man has become a familiar image, so much so that it has even become a usual punchline in Pinoy humor. While the “Tito from Saudi” archetype remains an essential part of the Filipino diaspora’s narrative in the UAE, a shift is evident in Dubai. Prolific poet and photographer, Danabelle Gutierrez, introduces us to a new breed of OFWs who have found a home for their art and creativity. 🎨

Our Pinoy artists are thriving in the desert—and this is no mirage.

Read about their stories here: https://www.hirayamedia.com/articles/blooms-in-the-desert-the-thriving-filipino-artists-of-dubai

02/20/2024

Join us for a special Valentine's Day episode of Hiraya Talks! We're catching up with artists Ira, Yuni, and Mike, who shared their unfinished artworks in our 2021 Visual Campaign, "How do you fall in love with creating again?" Discover how their relationship with art has evolved since then as we delve into their creative journey. 💖

It’s now available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! 🎧

In this episode, we're joined by three incredible artists: Ira, Yuni, and Mike. These talented individuals were featured in Hiraya Media's 2021 Visual Campai...

02/19/2024

Let’s paint the town Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, and every other color! From the glitz of velvet ropes, to the hustle of everyday life, we’re peeling back the layers to make art accessible. Join as we kick off this year’s first narrative, the Art Narrative, which coincides with the Philippines’ National Arts month! We’re diving into the diverse impacts of art on communities, economies, relationships, and culture. 🎨🎭💫

https://www.hirayamedia.com/letters-from-the-editor/editors-letter-velvet-ropes

Cover art | Carmel Jacomille

02/18/2024

We celebrated this year’s checking in on a few friends we talked to for our 2021 visual campaign, “How do you fall in love with creating again?”

We can’t wait for you to listen in on this wonderful conversation! Dropping soon on ! 💜

02/11/2024

Did you miss out on our epic year-ender Hiraya Talks! podcast series? 😱 Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Catch up on all the insightful discussions about adulting, politics, culture, and our exciting goals for 2024! 🚀 Whether you're commuting, chilling at home, or hitting the gym, our podcasts are perfect companions for your day!

Find us on your favorite platforms:

🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2mcnND0P390qB574H80g0M?si=f3c34916d8b048ec
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/
🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiraya-talks/id1609745855

Tune in now and join the conversation! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay updated with the latest episodes. Let's dive deep into meaningful discussions together! 💬

12/30/2023

Hiraya Talks! is back as promised! ✨🫶🏽 In the first part of the three-part Year-ender series, the Editorial Team talks about our Co-Founder and Managing Editor's homecoming to the Philippines and the many changes that happened while she was away. We also discussed media representation in the country, generational gaps and so much more! 💕

Head over to our YouTube channel to watch or Spotify and Apple Podcast to listen to this episode!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrINHGob884

https://open.spotify.com/show/2mcnND0P390qB574H80g0M?si=950215c456c64497

https://open.spotify.com/show/2mcnND0P390qB574H80g0M?si=950215c456c64497