Art and Earth Science by Grass
Betta fish, scientifically known as Betta splendens, are one of the most beloved freshwater species in the world, celebrated for their vivid colors, flowing fins, and fascinating personalities. Native to Southeast Asia, these fish thrive in warm, shallow waters such as rice paddies, ponds, and slow-moving streams across Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. They are uniquely equipped… Continue reading Current Science Experiment and Hobby with Ian for Homeschooling: Raising Betta Fish with Plants
Who doesn't like a steaming hot coffee or chocolate in the morning especially in the current chilly weather that we now enjoy in the Philippines? This art was inspired by another one by JoelDeJong Art. I liked the way he painted the steam coming out from the cup and I tried to duplicate it. A… Continue reading January Artworks
A few years ago, I picked up Zen in the Art of Writing by Ray Bradbury. It was a transitional period in my life. This was right before the pandemic. I had just left my corporate job. I was exploring ways to supplement our household income. At the time, I had no plans to pursue… Continue reading My Recommended Book for Writers: “Zen in the Art of Writing” by Ray Bradbury
Using Artificial Intelligence to Find Geothermal Energy In my previous blog, I shared about the paper we recently published in an international journal. If you haven't seen the blog post, here's a snippet: https://thefabulousscientist.com/2024/12/07/exciting-news-my-oral-presentation-at-geocon-serendipitous-news-and-published-paper/ If you haven't read the paper because you're scared of reading jargons, no worries. This blog post is my attempt at… Continue reading AI-Enhanced Techniques for Geothermal Exploration – As Explained to Kids
Hello, my dear readers! If you’ve been following my journey, you might know that I recently completed my MSc in Geology. As part of the program, I was required to submit a paper for publication after successfully defending my thesis—a nerve-wracking but rewarding experience. Yesterday, I received the most wonderful news: our paper has been… Continue reading A Milestone Achieved: My First Publication as Principal Author
Whenever I feel anxious about recent events, uncertainties, or life in general, I retreat into my creative zone. Crafting with my hands has always been my sanctuary, my way to de-stress, and what I often call my personal zen mode. For my anxiety I have had a few triggers. The typhoons that devastated my country… Continue reading Building Dioramas as Creative Expression and for My Son’s Art and Science Project
Disclaimer: I don’t earn any commission from promoting the products mentioned in this article. The following reviews are my honest feedback based on personal experience. One drawback (and perhaps a common nuisance) of writing with a fountain pen is that ordinary copy paper often leads to bleed-through or ghosting. I've tested all the pens in… Continue reading Jinhao 80 Review: Smooth Writing for Less
Gouache is my next favorite medium after watercolor for sketching and painting. It can be as fluid as watercolor or thick and textured like acrylic, depending on the water-to-paint ratio. I often turn to gouache to bring vibrancy to my watercolor pieces or to cover up any mistakes. Recently, after watching The Boy and The Heron,… Continue reading My Latest Gouache Artworks
The Christmas season has already arrived in the Philippines, and for many of us, that means company holiday parties, camaraderie, reunions, feasts, and, of course, raffles! Raffles are one of my favorite parts of the season because I’ve had a lucky streak—winning nearly every raffle draw at my previous company’s Christmas parties. I’ve also been… Continue reading Sketching with and Review of Vinta Inks’ A Holiday Feast Edition (Bibingka, Tsokolate, and Puto Bumbong)
For some inexplicable reason, waterfalls became my favorite subject this week. There's something undeniably captivating about them. As I reflected on why, I realized it ties back to a core childhood memory. I love the way rocks are often scattered at the waterfall's base, the lush greenery surrounding them, the soothing sound of water crashing… Continue reading Capturing Waterfalls: Inspired by Core Memories and the Geological Processes Behind Their Formation
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