AE Designs

05/10/2026

Almost missed this. Caught the final day of Geloy Maligaya Concepcion ’s Things You Wanted to Say but Never Did at the Ateneo Art Gallery last July 2026.

I walked in curious and walked out carrying so many feelings.

I’ve always loved handwritten notes - the imperfect strokes, the pauses, the words we choose to put on paper. There’s something deeply human about them.

Maybe that’s why this exhibit felt personal. It reminded me of my own journey: the things I’ve said, the things I never did, the words I wish I had written sooner.

Some things are hard to say out loud. My prayers on paper hold the things my heart struggles to say out loud - quiet conversations between me, my journal and God.

Thank you, Geloy, for giving unsaid words a place to live. ✍🏻🖤

15/09/2026

What if there isn’t just one way forward?

Looking forward to conversations, new perspectives, and ideas that challenge how we see design, community, and the future.

See you at !

DTI - Design Center of the Philippines

21/07/2026

Reality check. AI is rapidly changing the creative industry I grew up loving. I’ve watched workflows evolved, trends shift, and AI generated designs become part of everyday reality. At first it felt something I had to compete with. I had a funny realization. My name has AI in it too. AIzel. 🤍 AI isn’t there to define me as a creative - it simply became another tool in my creative journey. Because no matter how powerful Artificial Intelligence becomes, it can’t replace curiosity, empathy, discernment, experiences, and the heart and love for every creative decision.

So here’s to embracing change without loosing ourselves. Still a designer. Still learning. Still creating. What defines me isn’t the “AI” in my name. What defines me is the purpose behind my work, the stories I tell, the people I serve, and the Creator who called me to create. 🤍

20/05/2026

May 20, 2019, Palaui, Cagayan Valley | Exactly 7 years ago, I stood here in Palaui — under the same blue sky, beside old walls weathered by time, quietly chasing light through my camera lens. 🌊📷

Back then, I didn’t realize these moments would someday become a core memory I’d return to after long days, tired eyes, and endless hours in front of a screen.

These photos brought me back to the version of myself that slowed down, wandered freely, and found joy in simply looking around. 🤍

Maybe this is my reminder:
Take time to pause.

The world is still beautiful, and life was never meant to rush past unnoticed. ✨Good night.

19/05/2026

16/04/2026

“Nasa Ibarra lang ako.” 🤍

When we’re not in our usual spot, we’re in Cafe Ibarra as usual. 😂

Four years of coffee, community, and connection. ☕✨
Quatro Salu-Salo Pop-Up Market by Café Ibarra is here!
See you there!