Blue Grass Project Wins Again in International Floral Show

And a homegrown Boholano artist does it again in the global arena!

Joseph Ven Garay Dumadag receives his award from FDSS President Damien Koh Pfci Aifd and Singapore Senior Minister of State Simm Ann

Blue Grass Project’s Joseph Ven Garay Dumadag recently won for the Philippines the Best Creative Design Award, Professional Category, at the prestigious 12th International FDSS Floral Design Competition held in Singapore. 

Award-winning entry

His prize-winning entry, "Metal” was an homage and testament to the grace, resilience and strength of metal which is forged to last several lifetimes. The wonderful thing about metal is it only gets more beautiful and interesting as it ages and matures over the years. It takes up to 500 years for metal to crumble into dust and blend into the atmosphere. 

Most recent award

During the same floral competition that gathered some of the world's top florists,  stylists and the movers &  shakers of the floral industry, Mr. Dumadag further enthused that his entry is a floral celebration of metal. 

Blue Grass Project, the Bohol-based creative collaboration of Joseph Ven Dumadag and Michael Yu and one of the country's top event stylists is no stranger to making a splash in international exhibits and competitions. 

PREVIOUS INTL AWARDS

A few years back, Blue Grass Project won for the Philippines the Best in Design Concept and Composition Award at the 1st World Orchid Association International Floral Skills Category,  Buddha Flower Show held in Kuala Lumpur,  Malaysia, the Bronze Medal at the Japan International Flower Show, Gold Prize at the Putrajaya Body Flower Competition, Best Table Decor at the Sanya International Flower Festival in Hainan, among others. 

The seasoned duo has been featured in almost 30 international floristry events in 10 years. In October this year, they are bringing to Bohol a dozen international florists to do workshops, demos and floral installations in South Palms Panglao, South Farm, North Zen Villas and Modala Beach Resort.

Here are the Winners of the 2016 Bohol International Marathon

42 K CATEGORY

 Kilimo Abraham & compatriot dominate the race

Kilimo Abraham and Susan Jemutai ruled their respective classes in the lung- busting 42K category of the 2016 Bohol International Marathon last August 28 in Panglao, Bohol. Clocking 2:37:21, Kilimo outpaced Joseph Kigonga Mururi and Douglas Mwiti who settled for second and third places in the men’s category, respectively.

In the distaff side, Susan Jemutai dominated the run with a 15 minute lead over the second placer Merreis Ramirez. Jennifer Red Sabela rounded out the top three with her third place finish.

 Congratulations to the winners & finishers!


 

 21 K CATEGORY

Emmanuel Comendador won the half- marathon in 1:16:35  and was five minutes ahead of the second placer Paul James Zafico. In third place was Candelario Logrono.  Kisha Mae Delechos captured the women’s title in 1:55: 56. Second and third placers were Rodith Olave and Roselle Joy Chiu, respectively.

10 K CATEGORY

James Palma emerged as men’s titlist in the 10K run with a time of 36:37. Second and third places went to Bernard Le Guyader and Jesus Sarausa, respectively.

Mary Joy Castor was the 10K women’s titlist with a time of  50:23. In third and fourth places were Ma. Anna Buac and Emmylou Fuertes, respectively.

5 K CATEGORY

In the 5K run, Dwight Galolo emerged as men’s champ with Genson Casinillo and Christian Baquerio in second and third places. Rachel Sebandal was the women’s titlist with Ma. Zarah Oncog and Leni Cagampang in second and third places, respectively.

 Mike Yu: Bohol Runners Club Pres
& Race Organizer 

Respected writer & events stylist Michael Yu, president of the Bohol Runners Club, the main organizers of the Bohol- based marathon that was launched in 2012 revealed that more than a thousand runners from 15 countries and from more than 30 different running clubs registered for the fifth edition of  the sporting event that had the beautiful white sandy beaches and scenic island paradise of Panglao as the backdrop for the most anticipated international sporting spectacle in Bohol.

Preparations are now underway for the 2017 Bohol International Marathon Heritage Run that will take runners around Bohol’s famous and beautiful centuries-old churches, with the possibility of an ultra-marathon side event to take participants to several towns across Bohol on the same weekend. 

Perfect Luau Styling in Bohol

I came across these lovely photos from Blue Grass Project’s creative tandem of Michael Yu & Joseph Ven Dumadag. As usual, Mike & Jospeh did not disappoint with the Alona Tropical Beach Resort event styling for a birthday luau which elicited oohs and aahs from the guests and the celebrant.

Feast your eyes now on these gorgeous floral styling set up.

 luau made lovelier by Blue Grass Project

who wouldn't be enthralled?


 

Bohol International Marathon 2016: A Run in Paradise

There was palpable excitement right at the Alona Central Parking Area, the starting point as well as the finish line of this year’s Bohol International Marathon; The Paradise Run.

The atmosphere was very festive with all the colorful buntings and hypnotic and graceful moves of fire dancers who moved to the frenetic rhythm of the drumbeat and live instrumentation. The runners were a sight to behold as they joined the progressive cardio dance warm- up prior to hearing the sound of the start gun. 

Imagine running side by side with more than a thousand runners from 15 countries and from more than 30 different running clubs with the beautiful white sandy beaches and scenic island paradise of Panglao as the backdrop for the most anticipated international sporting spectacle in Bohol. Truly a run in paradise!

 Hydration galore everywhere for thirsty runners

Respected writer & events stylist Michael Yu, president of the Bohol Runners Club, the main organizers of the Bohol-based marathon that is on its fifth edition since it was launched in 2012 was very ecstatic with the huge success of the 2016 Bohol International Marathon-The Paradise Run!

Mr. Yu mentioned how their event partners, the hotels, resorts and corporate sponsors showcased and extended their unparalleled hospitality to participants, from the race kit claiming to the carbo-loading, and through the hydration, fruit, hotdog, barbecue, chocolate, water and lechon stations. Their gratitude extends to the support received from the local government, policemen, marshals, event suppliers and volunteers.

Twenty-four winners who were in the top three among the male & female runners competing in four race categories received not only cash prizes and medals but also bragging rights and wonderful memories from Bohol that would last a lifetime.

So successful was the event that some resorts in Panglao actually got fully booked. Preparations are now underway for the 2017 Bohol International Marathon-The Heritage Run that will take runners around Bohol’s famous and beautiful centuries-old churches, with the possibility of an ultra-marathon side event to take participants to several towns across Bohol on the same weekend.

freshly- opened coconut in glasses with ice! fruit galore!

Congratulations once again to the organizers and to everyone involved for putting Bohol not only in the tourism map but also in the sporting calendar map. Cheers!

Blue Grass Project Blooms at Miss World 2015 Floral Show in Sanya, China

Did you know that Bohol’s very own Blue Grass Project composed of Boy Dumadag & Michael Yu represented the Philippines at the Orchid Exhibition & Sanya Culture Fair that was staged as an auxiliary event with the Miss World 2015 Pageant held in Sanya, China just recently?

Blue Grass Project's exhibits in Hong Kong, Macau & China 

They did not only represent the country ably and beautifully, but also participated in the design & creation of floral tiaras to be worn by the Miss World 2015 beauty delegates who graced the floral show & exhibit.

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Miss Philippines during the Orchid Show in Sanya, China 

MISS WORLD 2015 2ND PRINCESS WEARS A BLUE GRASS PROJECT TIARA!

Here’s Miss Indonesia wearing the Blue Grass Project tiara during the girls’ visit. Miss Indonesia eventually won the Beauty with a Purpose award and finished as 2^nd Princess. The highest placement ever for Indonesia in any Grand Slam Beauty Pageant in the world!

Congratulations Miss Indonesia and to Blue Grass Project too! 

 Miss Indonesia wearing a Blue Grass Project floral tiara!
She eventually placed as Miss World 2015 2nd Princess 

floral tiara worn by Miss World 2015 2nd Princess 

 another lovely Miss World candidate with a
Blue Grass Project floral project 

Miss World 2015 girls are all smiles after donning their
Blue Grass Project floral tiaras
Sanya, China  

Get Set for the Biggest Edition of Bohol International Marathon

BOHOL’S BIGGEST.BRIGHTEST. BEST

The 2015 Bohol International Marathon on Sunday, August 30, 2015 is shaping up to be the biggest international sporting event to happen in God’s Little Paradise with the registration already surpassing the 600 mark.

“We are targeting a thousand participants for this year’s edition and so far, feedback and response have been overwhelming.” From Michaerl Yu, the President of the Bohol Runners Club, organizer of the Bohol International Marathon

 Your Blogger & the event organizers, the Bohol Runners Club

during last year’s Bohol International Marathon edition

FUN FACTS 

More than 500 Registered Runners. 11 Countries. 4 Race Categories. 1 Big Event

Participating countries include Japan, USA, United Kingdom, Hongkong, Germany, Canada, Taiwan, Switzerland, France, Kenya & the Philippines with confirmed participants from Luzon, the Visayas & Mindanao

EVENT PRESENTER:

 Event Presenter: BLUEWATER PANGLAO RESORT

CO- PRESENTERS:

REGISTRATION DETAILS

For registration details, visit the event’s Bohol International Marathon Official FB Page

South Palms Beach Wedding in Panglao, Bohol

I just can’t resist the urge to feature the awesome creative output of this dynamic duo that make up The Blue Project whose event stylings have earned for them raves and plaudits.

Here’s one of the most recent projects that turned  the scenic beachfront of South Palms Resort in Panglao, Bohol into an almost delectable feast of tutti frutti centerpieces for a gorgeous wedding

Now, let's ease up on the words and let the gorgeous photos do the talking