Kerby Rosanes

Figuratively speaking The Manila-based illustrator’s creative den is a fine balance of objects for both work and play

Living a creative lifestyle in a crazy busy city like Manila is no easy task. After working for two years as a designer in a printing company, I became exhausted with my daily commute and decided to quit my job in 2014 to pursue my passion in art.

I then spent a long time looking for a nice place to set up my own little studio. Finally, I acquired this two-bedroom apartment in 2016 and turned it into a place that houses not only my work area, but also my growing collection of video games, statues and toys of my favourite characters from TV, comics and films.Living on my own was a challenge, but I also saw it as an advantage because it meant I could configure my place in any way that I wanted to. I’ve set up my work area in the biggest room because it receives a huge amount of natural light, especially in the afternoon when I feel most creative. It also has direct access to my balcony where I usually enjoy my break time – having my favourite drink looking at a beautiful sunset view behind the Manila skyline.