Male
Age: 36
Hometown: BACOLOD CITY N.O. PHILIPPINES
Accepts Commissions: Yes
Logged in: No
Number of Visits: 2748
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Background and Lifestyle
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In a Relationship |
| Smoker |
No |
| Education |
College graduate |
| Children |
Proud parent |
Interests and Personality
| Biography | Mel Araneta is a painter, sculptor and sound artist who was born on July 12, 1973 in Binalbagan, Negros Occidental. He finished his studies at TUP-VISAYAS in 1995. He is also the founding member of the Etniktronika, a group that employs circuit-bending procedures and ethnic instruments to produce their distinct sound. Many of their instruments are crafted from discarded objects usually found in nearby junk shops. His self-made instrument baptized as the "Uyabon" ( means "girlfriend” in Ilonggo dialect) appears as a half-body mannequin with built-in toy keyboard and tampered circuitry. He professes his gratitude to Lirio Salavador of Elemento for inspiration in circuit-bending and d.i.y. electronic instruments. |
| Interests | sculpture,paintings,music,travel |
| Music | sound art,expiremental,live electronics |
| Films | adventure |
| Books | bible |
| Heroes | GOD |
Exhibitions
Undaunted by a recent diagnosis of Severe Lumbar Disc Bulge, Mel Araneta returned to his native town Bacolod for his 3rd solo art exhibit dubbed as “ETNIKTRONIKARANETART”.
His 3rd solo exhibit will open on September 26, 2009 at 6 PM and will run until October 16, 2009 at Namit Namit Pagkaon Kag Taliambong (Resto Gallery), Artkalye, San Agustin Ext., North Drive, Bacolod City.It will coincide with the album launching of his sound art/circuit-bending group Etniktronika, with sound performances by Inconnu Ictu and Blend:er, who traveled from Marikina and Cavite, respectively, to show support.
Mel Araneta's medical condition commonly known as “slipped disk”, affects his spine and causes him pain and discomfort. He was constrained to leave his day job, and seek refuge and comfort in his art and faith.“At first I was shocked, but I know that God just gave me another trial in my artistic life. I am currently in an ongoing therapy. Art is my life and I will never stop doing this until my last breath. I know God is good all the time.”
Mel Araneta is a painter, sculptor and sound artist who was born on July 12, 1973 in Binalbagan, Negros Occidental. He finished his studies at TUP-VISAYAS in 1995. He is also the founding member of the Etniktronika, a group that employs circuit-bending procedures and ethnic instruments to produce their distinct sound. Many of their instruments are crafted from discarded objects usually found in nearby junk shops. His self-made instrument baptized as the "Uyabon" ( means "girlfriend” in Ilonggo dialect) appears as a half-body mannequin with built-in toy keyboard and tampered circuitry. He professes his gratitude to Lirio Salavador of Elemento for inspiration in circuit-bending and d.i.y. electronic instruments.
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Recently Added Friends
Recent messages left for this artist
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Antnich
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Posted on: 18th Jan 2010 1:00
Fantastic work, really love the sculpture.
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anjana
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Posted on: 29th Dec 2009 2:44
thanks mel, im glad you liked my art
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MEL
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Posted on: 11th Dec 2009 3:40
FOR EVERYBODY: COULD ANYONE LOOKING FOR AN ARTIST WHO HAS A LOT OF TALENT FROM SCULPTURE OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS,PERFORMER,JEWELRY MAKER,CRAFTSMAN,PAINTER....I AM FIT FOR THIS KIND OF JOB...I AM LOOKING FORWARD FOR YOUR REPLY.IF ANYONE WHOSE INTERESTED TO GIVE ME A BREAK TO GO TO YOUR COUNTRY THIS IS MY EMAIL ADDRESS etnikaraneta@yahoo.com and mobile number +632 939 436 2050
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dakini
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Posted on: 1st Dec 2009 15:09
thank you
best wishes
krisztina
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cynthia02
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Posted on: 25th May 2009 0:38
cynthiafeki407@yahoo.com
How is your day.......
I saw your profile at www.myartprofile.com and some thing about you move my intress to comminicate with you so how is life treating you.
Please i want you to use this email address to write me back(cynthiafeki407@yahoo.com) so that i can give you my picture and tell you more about me ok.stay cool and enjoy your self.kisesssssssssss
Yours lovely cynthia
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Lime
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Posted on: 20th Oct 2008 21:51
Wonderful Work MEL.
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MEL
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Posted on: 25th Jan 2008 10:32
GOOD DAY TO YOU..VISIT MY WEB WWW.MELARANETA.MULTIPLY.COM
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Duffyart
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Posted on: 25th Jan 2008 10:10
HELLO...
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Brynja
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Posted on: 15th Sep 2007 9:57
Thank you,,,your work is very nice.
Brynja
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Dora
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Posted on: 19th Aug 2007 8:16
Interesting work Mel. Very tribal, with a modern twist. Will be back.:-) Dora
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ranjan
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Posted on: 17th Jul 2007 12:02
Nice works, like your sea paintings, best wishes - ranjan
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MEL
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Posted on: 13th Jul 2007 7:39
please view our artworks for our upcoming art exhibit at www.melaraneta.multiply.com
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christianhealingart
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Posted on: 6th Jul 2007 12:44
your painting called "Ugbosayote" is beautiful! I love the colors and design. Visit my site when you get the chance. I l just finished three new pieces called "Meditation", "Spiritual Wave" and "Enlightened", tell me what you think.
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laurez
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Posted on: 28th May 2007 9:06
Hi Mel, lovely sculpture and i like your ocean paintings, best wishes Laurez.
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MEL
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Posted on: 15th May 2007 9:51
HELLO FRIENDS... I AM LOOKING FOR WORK AS AN ARTIST...COULD ANY ONE HELP ME?GLAD TO HEAR YOU SOON...THANK YOU ALL
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PM_beers
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Posted on: 14th May 2007 19:07
Hello!
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jh
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Posted on: 9th May 2007 16:10
Hi Mel, thanks, creative work, welcome!
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CreateReality
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Posted on: 9th May 2007 13:01
Thanks for checking out my site Mel. You have some nice work here. I like your logo on the stone.
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MEL
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Posted on: 9th May 2007 10:03
hello friends please view our website. www.lakbaylahi.multiply.com here in the philippines we protect our indigenous arts and music.this is the world music that i am joining.so just listen to our music here.thanks
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Enamelroom
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Posted on: 4th May 2007 15:35
I with pleasure have got acquainted with your creativity. I shall be glad to show you my ENAMEL MOSAIC and to receive your response. Andrey
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