SEMINAR TOPICS AND SCHEDULES
July 17, 2025, Thursday
Room 1
1. Unleashed Creativity with Generative AI + Adobe Firefly
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (half day)
Speaker: Rollan Banez
Topic Description:
Learn how you can generate visuals using text prompts, text effects, recolor images, and faster editing workflows by just using the browser. This session is for creative individuals who want to understand how Artificial Intelligence (AI) will impact how they will work in the following years due to the recent changes in technology. You will gain valuable insights and insider knowledge on how Adobe implements these technologies in their creative apps. Make your work faster and better than ever by using a co-pilot to help in your executions.
Topic Description:
Adobe Express enables you to deploy social media designs, webpages, and videos faster without installing any software on your computer. Lots of assets, services, and technologies so you can manage your branding better and faster. We will explain each scenario and case study for this workshop.
Room 2
Topic Description:
The Adobe Power Cube comprises of the three most powerful standards in Graphic Design: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign. Discover a how this three applications compare to one another in form and function and how they are used to produce graphics and artwork.
Topic Description:
Adobe Illustrator remains the foremost standard in producing top-level, high-quality, crisp and sharp vector graphics than can be used in virtually anything, from logos, corporate designs, static web banners, animation and motion graphics. Discover the tools and techniques that allow you create these graphics.
July 18, 2025, Friday
Room 1
Topic Description:
Embark on 3D creativity using Adobe Substance 3D and Creative Cloud! This beginner-friendly guide introduces you to 3D imaging workflows. Dive into the world of digital design, effortlessly transforming ideas into stunning visuals. Unleash your artistic potential with user-friendly tools and seamless integration within the Adobe Creative Cloud. Start crafting captivating 3D content today, whether you're a seasoned designer or a creative enthusiast. Elevate your projects with Adobe Substance 3D and let your imagination soar!
Topic Description:
Unlock the potential of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign by combining them for efficient and impressive work. Learn to save time and streamline your workflow with native file formats, making round-tripping a breeze. Speed up production using techniques like nesting, snippets, layers, and comps. This course covers importing, exporting, file placement, artboard handling, embedding, linking, and seamless sharing between applications. Master these tools to enhance your design process and create standout projects effortlessly.
Room 2
1. Canva for Business as Used in Instagram Posts and Logo Design
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Speaker: Hernan Malubay
Topic Description:
The use of Canva is very popular nowadays as a tool for making ad materials. Learn how to use Canva in your Instagram posts and logo designs.
2. Canvas for Business as Used in Animation Stories, Reels, and Videos
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Speaker: Hernan Malubay
Topic Description:
The use of Canva is very popular nowadays as a tool for making ad materials. Learn how to use Canva in your animation stories, reels, videos, and many more!
July 19, 2025, Saturday
Room 1
Topic Description:
Unlock your creative potential with the Creative Cloud Get Certified Masterclass! This comprehensive course empowers you to master Adobe Creative Cloud tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and more. Learn essential skills, gain hands-on experience, and earn certification to showcase your expertise. Whether you're a beginner or seeking to enhance your design prowess, this user-friendly masterclass guides you through digital creativity. Join now and turn your passion into a valuable skill set with Adobe Creative Cloud!
Topic Description:
Create stunning designs anytime, anywhere with Photoshop and Illustrator on the web! Unleash your creativity on the go using these powerful design tools. Edit photos, craft graphics, and design with ease in your browser. No need for heavy software installations – simply log in and start creating. Perfect for quick edits or spontaneous bursts of inspiration. Enjoy the flexibility of design at your fingertips with Adobe's web-based Photoshop and Illustrator, making creativity accessible wherever you are.
Room 2
1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intellectual Property (IP)
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Speaker: Tony Bucu
Topic Description:
With the advent and rise in popularity of AI, one question comes to mind and needs to be addressed: Can AI-assisted Art and Text be copyrighted? This topic will provide several examples and case studies of Art created with the use of AI and an open forum discussion. This will also provide examples of how Generative AI is used for image enhancement.
2. Family Photography: Life, Love & Little Ones
2:00 - 5:00 PM
Speaker: Sheila Juan Catilo, Photographer & Content Creator
Topic Description:
Learn a lifestyle and documentary approach on family photography. An in-depth photo workshop and cozy conversation with a lifestyle photographer and content creator.
MEET THE EXPERTS
Rollan Banez
Creative Expert, Trainor, and Educator
Rollan Bañez is an accomplished Creative Expert in the Philippines. He has a rewarding two decades of being:
- Co-Founder/Training Director - Creative Nation Academy Corp
- CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer + Creative Community Evangelist for Design Groups
- Adobe Certified Professional / Education Leader/ACE
- Innovator International Book Author - Packt Publishing UK
- Adobe Community Expert
- Adobe Partner by Design
- Adobe Express Ambassador
- Customer Advisory Board for Adobe Express
- Subject Matter Expert - Adobe Learn Taxonomy for Adobe Premiere and Aero
- Father of Adobe Creative Educator in the Philippines
He is reaching out to over 1M+ students that have heard his sessions engaging them with product updates, innovations, and technologies.
YouTube Content Creator with 26K+ subscribers
Certified 10,000+ individuals as Adobe Creative Educator
Helped organizations, such as, DepEd, DICT, DTI
Antonio Bucu
Graphic Designer and Multimedia Expert
Tony Bucu has over 30 years of experience in Graphic Design, Digital Imaging and Illustration, Account and Team Management. He does creative training, art direction, photography, creative writing, and technical consulting.
He is an Instructor for Adobe Illustrator-ACE/ACA/ACI, at the Philippine Center for Creative Imaging and TESDA. He is an Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) and Adobe Certified Instructor (ACI).
He is the Creative Consultant of Fiera de Manila, Inc. from 1996 - present and a Faculty Instructor in the annual Graphic Expo Seminars. He is the Creative/Technical/Multimedia Consultant of Ms. Mai-Mai Cojuangco, Southern Glory International, PixelMagic, Dynamic Range Inc., amongst various brands and companies.
He studied Civil Engineering at the Mapua Institute of Technology.
Sheila Juan Catilo
Photographer & Content Creator
Sheila shoots for various local and international brands, publications, and corporations. She is known for her lifestyle approach in taking photos and is popular for working well with women and children. She shares her love for the craft by teaching about photography to different groups.
She was born and raised to a family that enjoys taking photos. She was 9 years old when she got her very first point and shoot camera and has been shooting ever since.
She enjoys telling stories through photos with her husband, Jorem, who is also a photographer. Both of them makes a perfect duo called 'The Catilos'.
Hernan 'Herby' Malubay
Senior Programmer and Web Developer, Herby Design
Herby Malubay is a Senior Programmer and Web Developer for the past 10 years with Filipino Homes based in Cebu.
He is an Independent Programmer, Web Developer, Network and Server Administrator for the past 20 years.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from STI Cebu.
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