I CREATED THIS BLOG IN MY FRIENDSTER IN EARLY 2007. SINCE THEN NOT MUCH HAS CHANGED. FOREIGNERS (BRAZILIANS MOSTLY) STILL LORD IT OVER IN GO-SEES, VTRs, ET AL. THIS HAS GOT TO CHANGE.
In light of the just-concluded Philippine Fashion Week, one important related issue needs to be addressed.
As someone engaged in the talent management & handling business, I am somewhat discouraged by what I’ve witnessed recently in some go-sees – the Philippine modeling scene has been invaded by foreigners, particularly Brazilians. Now, there’s nothing wrong with that per se. In fact I think it’s nice of these young beautiful men and women from other countries to be working in the Philippines despite our country’s not-so-pleasant image and when thousands of Filipinos themselves leave for overseas employment every day.
But when these foreigners are favored over local models in various fashion shows, special events and even TV commercials and print ads, then that’s a different story altogether and should be looked into by concerned authorities.
During the past weeks, I brought some talents to a number of go-sees for famous brands and I was dismayed not only by the number of foreign models competing with Filipino models for the attention of the go-see organizers but by the fact that a number of these organizers eventually got mostly foreign models for their upcoming shows.
In one of the go-sees, I overheard some local models sigh in frustration saying, “ang dami na namang Brazilians, sigurado sila na naman ang makukuha.” One particularly good-looking and perfectly built male model further commented, “kaya minsan tinatamad na ‘kong magpa-go-see e.”
If those words reflect the general sentiment of our male and female mannequins, then the future of the Philippine modeling industry looks bleak. Something has to be done. Now!
“Importers” of these foreigners may say that Filipino models anyway are themselves commissioned to do modeling assignments outside the country. In Singapore, for example, a good number of fashion and commercial models are Filipinos. Well and good. They could, in a way, be considered as OFWs – our pride and saviors of the Philippine economy. However, we should look at it this way. Singapore is a very small country, the size of Subic. In fact, it’s just a dot on the map. They import foreign models out of necessity. The demand for models in that state-country is so big that it could hardly be met by locals. Thus the importation of Filipino and other foreign models.
The Philippines, on the other hand, consists of more than 7,000 islands and our population now stands at 80 million or so. It is hard to imagine that a country such as ours would be lacking in young men and women who have great potentials in modeling. In fact, the many beauty pageants and modeling competitions that take place annually, monthly even, attest to the truth that our country is rich in these “resources.”
So why the need for imported models? To satisfy our colonial mentality? If it is, then we really need to discourage it. Or is it because of these imported models’ sellability? I don’t buy that. There is absolutely nothing that these models have that Filipino mannequins don’t, except perhaps the lack of inhibition when it comes to undressing (no offense meant).
I am disappointed that the Philippine Models Association of the Philippines (PMAP), being the premiere organization of models in the country, doesn’t seem to be taking any action on this matter when they, in fact, should be at the forefront of a campaign to discourage the use of foreign models in fashion shows, TV commercials, print ads, etc. I challenge them to do something about this for the interest of our local models.
As to brand names and companies, I call on you to prioritize Filipino models. By God, you are in the Philippines. You are selling to Filipinos. It is a great insult if, in a fashion show for example, you put three Filipino models only as some sort of “props” then have tens of Brazilians as the “stars” of the show. Don’t wait for a boycott of your products or garments.
Modeling agencies and events organizers, on the other hand, should likewise realize that they are doing our country a great disservice by fielding foreigners in modeling jobs and assignments (here) instead of our very own. Don’t tell me that Filipino models are not at par with their foreign counterparts because even you know that is not true. Filipino models can give foreign models a run for their money.
Perhaps the appropriate government agency or department should start looking into this practice which is slowly but surely becoming rampant. Do these foreign models, for example, have the necessary work permits? But work permits aside, rules should be formulated to protect the interests of Filipino models.
And to our Brazilian friends, I don’t wish to sound unkind, but they should understand that this is the Philippines and Filipino models are the one who should be lording it over – on the ramp, on TV and in print – not Brazilians nor any other foreign nationals. And no I won’t say “Brazilians go home” either. They are most welcome to stay. It’s just that in the Philippine modeling scene, it's the Filipino models who should be hugging the limelight.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
An Open Letter to PAGE Jeans Co.
May 2, 2009
First of all, let me congratulate you for a good start in organizing the 2009 Search for the Next Page Star. I say good start because the screening process for potential candidates was organized well and I must say that the quality of candidates was generally good. However, I heard something that bothered me. I will discuss this later.
Secondly, thank you for having chosen our talent, John Leo Gorospe, as Male Star of the Night during your acquaintance party, an award that – modesty aside and as Mona herself said – John genuinely deserved.
Now let me express a few sentiments and observations regarding your search. I just hope that you take this in the spirit in which it is given and that it will serve as a lesson so that mistakes can be avoided in your future Next Page Star Search.
Zephorah Mayon is a pretty and stunning young lady. In fact, the first time I saw her walk into the room during the Mutya ng Pilipinas screening two years ago I said to myself “this girl is a winner!” She eventually won the title. However, stunning as she is, she shouldn’t have been taken in as a Page candidate. It is a well known fact that she is already a celebrity and her being so gave her unfair advantage over the others, most of whom are relatively new. I heard that she never attended the screenings and her sudden appearance during the acquaintance party raised many eyebrows. Many agents and parents questioned the wisdom of having her join. I myself wondered. An agent even intimated a suspicion, he figured that Zephorah’s manager wouldn’t enter her in the competition if he weren’t sure she’d win, for it would be a great embarrassment if she lost. So maybe, the agent said, there was already a deal between Zephorah’s manager and the Page owner. But then I gave the thought the benefit of a doubt. I thought he could be wrong. But was he?
Another questionable issue is why an agent who had talents in the competition was allowed to direct the show. Although I personally didn’t mind it that much, for the director wasn’t part of the panel of judges anyway, still his talent’s landing a semi-final slot certainly left a bad taste in the mouth of the other agents.
As to the choice of director, a competent one should have been hired instead. The Page owner who, I heard and by all indications, was generous and galante could have very well afforded a seasoned fashion director. A talent agent doesn’t necessarily make a good director and it showed during the actual show. A modeling search cum pageant cum fashion show with five segments that was to be held in the evening with only a few broken hours of rehearsals shouldn’t have consisted of many blockings. One or two blockings could have sufficed for the five segments. After all, it wasn’t the blockings that counted but the way the candidates projected on stage. This consequently led to the director berating the contestants a number of times for making mistakes. Who could blame the candidates for making mistakes in rehearsing for a very simple show with so many unnecessary blockings? Besides, in one instance, the director scolded the candidates but was put on a spot when it turned out that it was his own mistake. Next time hire a competent and professional director. So much for that.
The twenty-plus candidates were instructed to bring their own clothes expressing their personal style. Most of them went out of their way to look for the best clothes to wear. When the time for that segment (announcement of thirteen finalists) came, they weren’t even called on stage. Only the thirteen were given the chance to appear on stage in their fineries. One Page staff even told the director that perhaps they should have all the candidates called on stage but the latter said there was no need. This to me was the height of insensitivity on the part of the director who didn’t even think of the efforts that the other candidates exerted and the troubles they went through to produce their best attires. How inconsiderate!
Going to the format of the search itself, having female candidates thrice the number of males and eventually having four females and only one male as winner and runners-up is simply – I hate to use the term – dumb. There should have been an equal number of male and female candidates. Also, the decision to have only one winner – either male or female – is just as dumb. How could males and females compete equally for a single title? Perhaps it should just have been a “Miss Page” competition.
Finally, the goodwill that you generated among all the participating agents by giving them due importance was, sadly, lost in the ensuing outcome of the contest. You wasted an opportunity to build on that goodwill. Unless drastic changes are made in next year’s search, I doubt if it would get the same enthusiastic support from most other agents. I myself am reconsidering my options.
I maintain that Zephorah – pretty, elegant and deserving that she was – shouldn’t have been allowed to join, if only for the unfair advantage that her experience and celebrity status gave.
As to our talent – John Leo Gorospe – who was proclaimed Male Star of the Night during the acquaintance party but surprisingly didn’t even make it to the final 13… as his discoverer and manager, of course I believe he should have been included at least in the final 13. And I know that this is not only my opinion but many other people’s view as well. So I leave it to many of those present that night and even to many of your staff to decide if he really should have been one of the finalists. Fortunately, John – the trouper and professional that he is despite his being new in modeling (as evidenced during the acquaintance party’s talent portion when the karaoke DVD we brought didn’t work and yet he performed with gusto and sang a capella) – took his losing in stride and in very sportsmanlike manner. Of course there was a tinge of disappointment but he never showed any bitterness or resentment. That certainly made me all the more proud of our talent (I can say the same for all our other talents; we must be doing a good job instilling good values in them). I know that with John’s looks, determination, professionalism and good nature he will go places in the modeling world. Perhaps Page’s loss will be another apparel company’s gain? J (In fairness, by the way, the only male runner-up was deserving).
I can only wish Page Jeans Co. good luck in next year’s search. It is just unfortunate that a very promising model/star search such as it is started off beautifully but got tainted by unwise decisions and therefore ended up on the wrong side of the tracks, so to speak. But then again, there is always room for corrections and improvements.
On a final note, I would like to commend the Page staff for being helpful and accommodating throughout the duration of the search.
RHOEL “CHINO” R. MENDOZA
Managing Director
The Agencie Inc. Model & Talent Management
First of all, let me congratulate you for a good start in organizing the 2009 Search for the Next Page Star. I say good start because the screening process for potential candidates was organized well and I must say that the quality of candidates was generally good. However, I heard something that bothered me. I will discuss this later.
Secondly, thank you for having chosen our talent, John Leo Gorospe, as Male Star of the Night during your acquaintance party, an award that – modesty aside and as Mona herself said – John genuinely deserved.
Now let me express a few sentiments and observations regarding your search. I just hope that you take this in the spirit in which it is given and that it will serve as a lesson so that mistakes can be avoided in your future Next Page Star Search.
Zephorah Mayon is a pretty and stunning young lady. In fact, the first time I saw her walk into the room during the Mutya ng Pilipinas screening two years ago I said to myself “this girl is a winner!” She eventually won the title. However, stunning as she is, she shouldn’t have been taken in as a Page candidate. It is a well known fact that she is already a celebrity and her being so gave her unfair advantage over the others, most of whom are relatively new. I heard that she never attended the screenings and her sudden appearance during the acquaintance party raised many eyebrows. Many agents and parents questioned the wisdom of having her join. I myself wondered. An agent even intimated a suspicion, he figured that Zephorah’s manager wouldn’t enter her in the competition if he weren’t sure she’d win, for it would be a great embarrassment if she lost. So maybe, the agent said, there was already a deal between Zephorah’s manager and the Page owner. But then I gave the thought the benefit of a doubt. I thought he could be wrong. But was he?
Another questionable issue is why an agent who had talents in the competition was allowed to direct the show. Although I personally didn’t mind it that much, for the director wasn’t part of the panel of judges anyway, still his talent’s landing a semi-final slot certainly left a bad taste in the mouth of the other agents.
As to the choice of director, a competent one should have been hired instead. The Page owner who, I heard and by all indications, was generous and galante could have very well afforded a seasoned fashion director. A talent agent doesn’t necessarily make a good director and it showed during the actual show. A modeling search cum pageant cum fashion show with five segments that was to be held in the evening with only a few broken hours of rehearsals shouldn’t have consisted of many blockings. One or two blockings could have sufficed for the five segments. After all, it wasn’t the blockings that counted but the way the candidates projected on stage. This consequently led to the director berating the contestants a number of times for making mistakes. Who could blame the candidates for making mistakes in rehearsing for a very simple show with so many unnecessary blockings? Besides, in one instance, the director scolded the candidates but was put on a spot when it turned out that it was his own mistake. Next time hire a competent and professional director. So much for that.
The twenty-plus candidates were instructed to bring their own clothes expressing their personal style. Most of them went out of their way to look for the best clothes to wear. When the time for that segment (announcement of thirteen finalists) came, they weren’t even called on stage. Only the thirteen were given the chance to appear on stage in their fineries. One Page staff even told the director that perhaps they should have all the candidates called on stage but the latter said there was no need. This to me was the height of insensitivity on the part of the director who didn’t even think of the efforts that the other candidates exerted and the troubles they went through to produce their best attires. How inconsiderate!
Going to the format of the search itself, having female candidates thrice the number of males and eventually having four females and only one male as winner and runners-up is simply – I hate to use the term – dumb. There should have been an equal number of male and female candidates. Also, the decision to have only one winner – either male or female – is just as dumb. How could males and females compete equally for a single title? Perhaps it should just have been a “Miss Page” competition.
Finally, the goodwill that you generated among all the participating agents by giving them due importance was, sadly, lost in the ensuing outcome of the contest. You wasted an opportunity to build on that goodwill. Unless drastic changes are made in next year’s search, I doubt if it would get the same enthusiastic support from most other agents. I myself am reconsidering my options.
I maintain that Zephorah – pretty, elegant and deserving that she was – shouldn’t have been allowed to join, if only for the unfair advantage that her experience and celebrity status gave.
As to our talent – John Leo Gorospe – who was proclaimed Male Star of the Night during the acquaintance party but surprisingly didn’t even make it to the final 13… as his discoverer and manager, of course I believe he should have been included at least in the final 13. And I know that this is not only my opinion but many other people’s view as well. So I leave it to many of those present that night and even to many of your staff to decide if he really should have been one of the finalists. Fortunately, John – the trouper and professional that he is despite his being new in modeling (as evidenced during the acquaintance party’s talent portion when the karaoke DVD we brought didn’t work and yet he performed with gusto and sang a capella) – took his losing in stride and in very sportsmanlike manner. Of course there was a tinge of disappointment but he never showed any bitterness or resentment. That certainly made me all the more proud of our talent (I can say the same for all our other talents; we must be doing a good job instilling good values in them). I know that with John’s looks, determination, professionalism and good nature he will go places in the modeling world. Perhaps Page’s loss will be another apparel company’s gain? J (In fairness, by the way, the only male runner-up was deserving).
I can only wish Page Jeans Co. good luck in next year’s search. It is just unfortunate that a very promising model/star search such as it is started off beautifully but got tainted by unwise decisions and therefore ended up on the wrong side of the tracks, so to speak. But then again, there is always room for corrections and improvements.
On a final note, I would like to commend the Page staff for being helpful and accommodating throughout the duration of the search.
RHOEL “CHINO” R. MENDOZA
Managing Director
The Agencie Inc. Model & Talent Management
Rejoinder to "unscrupulous talent agent"
Apropos my previous blog “Unscrupulous Agent” I remember a related incident which took place in February this year. It was a TV Commercial shoot for a deodorant at the World Trade Center. One of my male talents was part of it. The moment we set foot on the shoot location I already noticed the other agents giving him the look-see type of stares.
As the shoot progressed someone told me that this she-male agent from one of the well known agencies commented that my talent was Class A, which he really is anyway. Later on, in an act very unbecoming of someone in this industry asked my co-agent, “puwede na ba ng P1000 a night yan?” referring to my talent. Fortunately for him I did not overhear him. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have let him get away with it just like that.
Much later, during a break in the shoot, from afar I saw this female talent of that particular agent asking for my talent’s number. Obviously, she was asked by her agent to get it so as not to raise any suspicion that he was the one who wanted my talent’s number. When I got the chance I confronted the female talent to confirm who had asked her to get my talent’s number.
At first she was obviously fabricating excuses but she kept on looking at her agent who was a few feet away from us, that all the more gave her away. I knew she was lying to her teeth and I was really getting pissed off. So I told her that if she didn’t tell me there would be trouble right there and then. Sensing perhaps the seriousness in my voice, she gave in and admitted that it was the group of her agent and two others (one was a former male talent who now works for a casting agency and the other a male talent who appears as extra in TVCs but also moonlights as agent, all three did have a reputation for pirating talents).
I then told her to erase my talent’s number from her celfone in front of me, which she did. After that confrontation, they started giving me dagger looks. And I couldn’t care less, for I know I did the right thing and that they were just among the many unprincipled, deceitful, crooked, unethical, scheming, dishonest and undesirable characters in this industry.
If these things are rampant in the industry it’s because most people do nothing to correct them. We should not let these people get away with it. Ako I will give them what they deserve.
As the shoot progressed someone told me that this she-male agent from one of the well known agencies commented that my talent was Class A, which he really is anyway. Later on, in an act very unbecoming of someone in this industry asked my co-agent, “puwede na ba ng P1000 a night yan?” referring to my talent. Fortunately for him I did not overhear him. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have let him get away with it just like that.
Much later, during a break in the shoot, from afar I saw this female talent of that particular agent asking for my talent’s number. Obviously, she was asked by her agent to get it so as not to raise any suspicion that he was the one who wanted my talent’s number. When I got the chance I confronted the female talent to confirm who had asked her to get my talent’s number.
At first she was obviously fabricating excuses but she kept on looking at her agent who was a few feet away from us, that all the more gave her away. I knew she was lying to her teeth and I was really getting pissed off. So I told her that if she didn’t tell me there would be trouble right there and then. Sensing perhaps the seriousness in my voice, she gave in and admitted that it was the group of her agent and two others (one was a former male talent who now works for a casting agency and the other a male talent who appears as extra in TVCs but also moonlights as agent, all three did have a reputation for pirating talents).
I then told her to erase my talent’s number from her celfone in front of me, which she did. After that confrontation, they started giving me dagger looks. And I couldn’t care less, for I know I did the right thing and that they were just among the many unprincipled, deceitful, crooked, unethical, scheming, dishonest and undesirable characters in this industry.
If these things are rampant in the industry it’s because most people do nothing to correct them. We should not let these people get away with it. Ako I will give them what they deserve.
Unscrupulous talent agent
May 2, 2009
this is the first time i'm posting something like this. i always try to avoid negative thoughts and stuff. like, i normally just keep quiet whenever something unsettling bothers me, but enough is enough, this time i cannot just sit and keep quiet.
nothing pisses me off more than an agent who pirates other agents' talents. there is one particular agent who did that to me before and is now trying to do it again. i let him get away with it the first time. after all, the talent he pirated was super pasaway and wasn't worth my time and effort.
you better watch out. if you know what's good for you, don't you ever come near my talent again like you did this afternoon during the go-see at podium, dahil makikita mo hinahanap mo. i'm warning you!
and if i find out that you are spreading word that my talent is yours, just what one agent told me during the page search last sunday, you better stop it and now! don't rock the boat or i'll sink it... with only you in it!
this particular talent of mine that you're trying to pirate is very loyal to me as are all my other exclusive talents and i'm very confident about that. i just hate it when unscrupulous creatures get near them. shoo!!! i'm really pissed off!
this is the first time i'm posting something like this. i always try to avoid negative thoughts and stuff. like, i normally just keep quiet whenever something unsettling bothers me, but enough is enough, this time i cannot just sit and keep quiet.
nothing pisses me off more than an agent who pirates other agents' talents. there is one particular agent who did that to me before and is now trying to do it again. i let him get away with it the first time. after all, the talent he pirated was super pasaway and wasn't worth my time and effort.
you better watch out. if you know what's good for you, don't you ever come near my talent again like you did this afternoon during the go-see at podium, dahil makikita mo hinahanap mo. i'm warning you!
and if i find out that you are spreading word that my talent is yours, just what one agent told me during the page search last sunday, you better stop it and now! don't rock the boat or i'll sink it... with only you in it!
this particular talent of mine that you're trying to pirate is very loyal to me as are all my other exclusive talents and i'm very confident about that. i just hate it when unscrupulous creatures get near them. shoo!!! i'm really pissed off!
TFC's 15th Anniversary
TFC (The Filipino Channel) commercials never fail to give me goosebumps and leave me teary eyed. Probably because I, having been an OFW once, identify so much with the characters. Not only that. The creative people tasked to do those commercials are so good that they know exactly how to make their TVCs tug at the heartstrings of the viewers. Their 15th Anniversary commercial which was shown in ASAP on April 19, 2009 was no exception. The scenes were just all too familiar, at least for overseas Filipinos and their families – the pain of leaving home, the agony of separation, the loneliness of being in a foreign land, the joy of being entertained by ABS CBN artists, the ecstasy of homecoming – all told in a few minutes of touching visuals.As TFC celebrates its decade-and-a-half of bringing overseas Filipinos closer to home, I couldn’t help feeling nostalgic for two reasons. One, it reminds me of my days as an OFW, leaving family and friends behind at the age of 23 to seek the proverbial greener pasture in Saudi Arabia, ironically the land of oil and sand dunes, and returning for good when I was 40. Certainly, the best and most productive years of my life were spent serving and working for people other than my own.
Two, the very first Filipino organizati
on that TFC partnered with in Saudi Arabia was The Philippines to the World Entertainment Foundation, Inc. (PWEFI), the non-profit SEC-registered organization that I myself founded in 1997 (http://www.geocities.com/pwefi/intro.html).
on that TFC partnered with in Saudi Arabia was The Philippines to the World Entertainment Foundation, Inc. (PWEFI), the non-profit SEC-registered organization that I myself founded in 1997 (http://www.geocities.com/pwefi/intro.html).When PWEFI was working on its Philippine Centennial projects in late 1997, TFC was in its early stage of entry into Saudi Arabia. It was perfect timing. I thought it was an excellent medium through which our Centennial activities could be promoted. So I wasted no time in writing the TFC office in Manila to explore the possibility of having them sponsor our events. Incidentally, that was my first exposure to organizing events.
Just as I was excited at the prospect of having TFC sponsor our activities, TFC seemed just as eager to lend support to PWEFI. In no time at all, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was signed between me and TFC (as represented by its then-Marketing Manager, Milette Zamora). Right from the start, it seemed PWEFI and TFC would be a great team-up.
PWEFI's Centennial activities – namely, The Philippine Centennial Cup Team Tennis and Bowling Tournaments, and the “Proudly Filipino” and “A Flag in Every OCW Home” campaigns – were the very first Filipino community events in Saudi Arabia that were sponsored by TFC. As part of that sponsorship, TFC provided a gigantic streamer for the opening ceremonies and another for display at the venues in the entire duration of the tournaments. It also sent flyers and brochures, and promoted all Centennial activities of the Foundation through interstitials and pluggings in their programs. This PWEFI-TFC partnership undoubtedly paved the way for other Filipino community organizations to have their projects and activities promoted over TFC.
From then on, PWEFI maintained excellent relationship with the channel by providing community news and tips, suggestions to improve their programming, video footages of various Saudi scenarios for use in their plugs and interstitials, and video interviews and features of OFWs.
TFC also played a vital role during our 1999 worldwide signature campaign to urge then-President Joseph Estrada to declare 2000 as “The Year of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)” which I am proud to say is also my brainchild. In fact, even before the eventual declaration was announced in local newspapers, TFC had already announced the good news through its program The Global Filipino (TGF) which I informed immediately after confirmation with Malacanang.
When I came home for good in 2000, I maintained the friendly relations with TFC. Perhaps, subconsciously, it was my way of staying connected to the OFW sector, something that I was and always will be proud having been a part of. TFC would also ask me to occasionally guest on their programs like when I was interviewed about “The Year of OFWs” in The Global Filipino’s October 12, 2000 episode, Kumusta Kabayan’s (KK) pilot episode on October 20, 2000 where we discussed about coming home for good, KK’s December 8, 2000 episode where the topic was The OFW Year, and KK’s April 11, 2003 episode about pyramiding scams.
When I published Global Pinoy in June 2005 it was also TFC which first promoted the publication, also through Kumusta Kabayan.
Over the years I’ve made friends in TFC. Some of them have moved on either to other careers or to TFC overseas assignments like Dittie Galang, Lita Teodosio, Maribel Hernaez. I should also mention Jose Nolan, the first TFC executive I met during our Centennial projects in Riyadh. Today, whenever I go to the ABS CBN Global office I still see some old friends like Ned Legaspi, Lawrence Ledesma, Pam Lluz, Amor and a few others I know only by face.
Nine years into being an ex-OFW I still feel like one and TFC – with its occasional TVCs – certainly helps in bringing that old feeling of being an overseas Filipino. Today, my connection with TFC is not exactly OFW-related anymore but more along the line of providing talents for their commercials and interstitials. No matter what it is though, I shall always feel like a TFC kapamilya. After all, it was a significant part of my last three years as an OFW in Saudi Arabia.
The Filipino Channel - certainly what every overseas Filipino can come home to 24/7. Happy 15th Anniversary TFC and more power! (Please check out related photos in my Photos Section).
I'M A PIG
The Pig is a fun and enlightening personality blessed with patience and understanding. People born under the sign of the Pig enjoy life and all it has to offer, including family and friends. They are honest and thoughtful and expect the same of other people. Pigs can be perceived as oblivious or gullible because they do care about others so much that they will do just about anything for a friend in need.
Years of the Pig
Last in the cycle, Pig Years follow the Dog Years and recur every twelfth year. The Chinese New Year does not fall on a specific date, so it is essential to check the calendar to find the exact date on which each Pig Year actually begins. 1911*1923*1935*1947*1959*1971*1983*1995*2007
THE SIGN OF THE PIG
"Its better to give than to receive" would probably be the Pig’s motto. Pigs are more comfortable giving of their own time or attention than they are to ask others for it. They do not find asking for help an easy task and would rather carry the burden themselves. Pigs will do anything they can to maintain a sense of peace amongst family or friends. This can lead to a tendency to be taken advantage of, but Pigs basically forgive and forget everything. They are compassionate souls who simply want to keep the peace.
PIG FACTS:
People born in the Year of the Pig share certain characteristics. The Pig Sign is an abbreviated way of characterizing that individual’s personality. Following are features associated with the Sign of the Pig.
Twelfth in order, Chinese name—ZHU, sign of honesty
Hour—9pm-10:59pm Month—November
Western Counterpart—Scorpio
CHARACTERISTICS
Hardworking, Giving, Willing, Helpful, Materialistic, Gullible, Oblivious, Obstinate
THE EARTH PIG 1959 AND 2019
Laid back and reliable, Earth Pigs are at their happiest at home with their families. They are organized and pragmatic, preparing a strategy for every project they take on. They are fruitful at work and are content being one of the employees. Even so, Earth Pigs may compensate for this by asking for more money at review time. These Pigs love a good time and so may overindulge at times.
HEALTH AND HABITAT
HEALTH
Pigs enjoy being around other people and so being alone for long periods of time can cause illness in a Pig. They also like to party and have a tendency to over do it at times. Because they do not get much exercise they also have a tendency to gain weight. A Pig’s stomach and intestines are prime spots for sickness because he tends to overindulge with food, alcohol or nicotine. In order to maintain a clean bill of health, Pigs should watch their diets, make sure they get enough vitamins and minerals each day and somehow work an exercise routing into their daily lives.
AT HOME WITH THE PIG
Pigs have comfortable, friendly homes that just invite you in. As much as they love company you can believe their homes are going to reflect materialistic gains. Pigs like to show off assets and pay close attention to their decorations in their homes. They can certainly make something out of nothing; however, they don’t make cleaning or chores a top priority.
CAREER AND FINANCE
THE PIG AT WORK
Pigs generally do really well when they get to be creative. They usually do better at jobs where they can express themselves. They are enthusiastic about taking on new responsibility at work and jump in to give a hand to colleagues in need. Pigs are well-liked by co-workers because are so willing to help and they have an eye for detail that makes them quite invaluable to upper management.
MONEY AND THE PIG
Pigs love to spend money. They have an eye for name brands rather than generics so they generally spend a lot of it. Pigs have a knack for being able to find a diamond in the rough. Although they can sometimes be thrifty with money, most of the time it is the reverse. Pigs should be careful; a rainy day may sneak up on them.
PIG CAREERS
Those born in the Year of the Pig share the same kinds of goals and objectives in life. The occupations best suited for a Pig are listed below:
PIGS MAKE EXCELLENT:
Doctors
Caterers
Students
Dentists
Entertainers
Veterinarians
Hotel management
Department store personnel
Interior decorators
CONGENIAL BUSINESS PARTNERS
Whether Pigs are compatible with their business partners depends upon whether their signs are harmonious or antagonistic to those of their partners. Considering the congruity of their own characters and the characters f their business partners can also be very useful.
Pigs Ruled by Benefit From Are Antagonistic to
Metal Earth Oxen Fire Rats
Water Metal Pigs Earth Tigers
Wood Water Dragons Metal Roosters
Fire Wood Rabbits Water Horses
Earth Fire Sheep Wood Snakes
Leisurely activities and pleasures
LIKES AND DISLIKES
Since Pigs are born under the same Animal Sign, they often share likes and dislikes. Following are similar likes and dislikes of the Pig personality.
Color Preference: Dark blue
Gems and Stones: Lapis lazuli, Coral, Beryl
Suitable Gifts: Makeup, body lotion, bathrobe, mineral oils, shower gels
Hobbies and Pastimes: Shopping, parties, theater
Pigs Dislike: Discord, illegal behavior, not having anything to eat
THE PIG ON VACATION
As much as Pigs love food they would truly enjoy a culinary experience on vacation. When traveling they tend to dine at the finest restaurants, eat the richest chocolate and drink the most expensive champagne. In addition, their natures to be relaxed and laid back would lead them to an easygoing vacation somewhere on an island or in a resort where they can hang out and be completely taken care of.
FRIENDS AND ENEMIES
Pigs are great friends to have on your side. They will nurture you, care for you and make sure you have everything you need. In times of trouble, Pigs are genuine friends who will give you the shirt off of their backs if you need it. They entertain their friends and host parties as often as they can. Any chance to gather n a social setting is enough for a Pig to have a party and most of the time, he doesn’t really need an excuse to host one. They are loyal and good-natured, always willing to lend a hand or an ear.
THE PIG LOVER
Pigs are great partners to have because they are so supportive and giving of themselves. They are happiest at home, so arguments about late nights out with friends are few and far between for the Pig and his mate. Pigs are sexual creatures who love to be affectionate.
MARRIAGE
Pigs are wonderful companions, appreciative and caring. They are grateful for the things they have, especially a loving and healthy family. Once they choose a partner, they are in it for the long haul. Pigs do not like discord and will do whatever it takes to maintain a peaceful homestead.
THE PIG IN LOVE
Pigs make good partners and most people would consider themselves lucky to be involved with one. Still, some people are not suited for a Pig’s easygoing nature.
PARTNERS IN LOVE
Pig*Rat
You’ll have a tendency to spend a lot of money, but you’ll have a lot of fun doing it!
Pig*Ox
You are two sexually charged individuals…work on a mental relationship as well.
Pig*Tiger
You share trust and friendship.
Pig*Rabbit
Affectionate and caring, you’re headed for a wonderful companionship.
Pig*Dragon
A loving and warm relationship.
Pig*Snake
Not enough in common to commit to a stable union.
Pig*Horse
Easygoing but maybe too much so for your own good.
Pig*Sheep
Trust and honesty make this a winning combination.
Pig*Monkey
Sexual tension is heightened by a constant need to disagree.
Pig*Rooster
Even though you disagree on a few things, if you try to make it work it will be great.
Pig*Dog
Stable and supportive, but not much passion or fire.
Pig*Pig
You are off to a good start, but eventually it fades.
Years of the Pig
Last in the cycle, Pig Years follow the Dog Years and recur every twelfth year. The Chinese New Year does not fall on a specific date, so it is essential to check the calendar to find the exact date on which each Pig Year actually begins. 1911*1923*1935*1947*1959*1971*1983*1995*2007
THE SIGN OF THE PIG
"Its better to give than to receive" would probably be the Pig’s motto. Pigs are more comfortable giving of their own time or attention than they are to ask others for it. They do not find asking for help an easy task and would rather carry the burden themselves. Pigs will do anything they can to maintain a sense of peace amongst family or friends. This can lead to a tendency to be taken advantage of, but Pigs basically forgive and forget everything. They are compassionate souls who simply want to keep the peace.
PIG FACTS:
People born in the Year of the Pig share certain characteristics. The Pig Sign is an abbreviated way of characterizing that individual’s personality. Following are features associated with the Sign of the Pig.
Twelfth in order, Chinese name—ZHU, sign of honesty
Hour—9pm-10:59pm Month—November
Western Counterpart—Scorpio
CHARACTERISTICS
Hardworking, Giving, Willing, Helpful, Materialistic, Gullible, Oblivious, Obstinate
THE EARTH PIG 1959 AND 2019
Laid back and reliable, Earth Pigs are at their happiest at home with their families. They are organized and pragmatic, preparing a strategy for every project they take on. They are fruitful at work and are content being one of the employees. Even so, Earth Pigs may compensate for this by asking for more money at review time. These Pigs love a good time and so may overindulge at times.
HEALTH AND HABITAT
HEALTH
Pigs enjoy being around other people and so being alone for long periods of time can cause illness in a Pig. They also like to party and have a tendency to over do it at times. Because they do not get much exercise they also have a tendency to gain weight. A Pig’s stomach and intestines are prime spots for sickness because he tends to overindulge with food, alcohol or nicotine. In order to maintain a clean bill of health, Pigs should watch their diets, make sure they get enough vitamins and minerals each day and somehow work an exercise routing into their daily lives.
AT HOME WITH THE PIG
Pigs have comfortable, friendly homes that just invite you in. As much as they love company you can believe their homes are going to reflect materialistic gains. Pigs like to show off assets and pay close attention to their decorations in their homes. They can certainly make something out of nothing; however, they don’t make cleaning or chores a top priority.
CAREER AND FINANCE
THE PIG AT WORK
Pigs generally do really well when they get to be creative. They usually do better at jobs where they can express themselves. They are enthusiastic about taking on new responsibility at work and jump in to give a hand to colleagues in need. Pigs are well-liked by co-workers because are so willing to help and they have an eye for detail that makes them quite invaluable to upper management.
MONEY AND THE PIG
Pigs love to spend money. They have an eye for name brands rather than generics so they generally spend a lot of it. Pigs have a knack for being able to find a diamond in the rough. Although they can sometimes be thrifty with money, most of the time it is the reverse. Pigs should be careful; a rainy day may sneak up on them.
PIG CAREERS
Those born in the Year of the Pig share the same kinds of goals and objectives in life. The occupations best suited for a Pig are listed below:
PIGS MAKE EXCELLENT:
Doctors
Caterers
Students
Dentists
Entertainers
Veterinarians
Hotel management
Department store personnel
Interior decorators
CONGENIAL BUSINESS PARTNERS
Whether Pigs are compatible with their business partners depends upon whether their signs are harmonious or antagonistic to those of their partners. Considering the congruity of their own characters and the characters f their business partners can also be very useful.
Pigs Ruled by Benefit From Are Antagonistic to
Metal Earth Oxen Fire Rats
Water Metal Pigs Earth Tigers
Wood Water Dragons Metal Roosters
Fire Wood Rabbits Water Horses
Earth Fire Sheep Wood Snakes
Leisurely activities and pleasures
LIKES AND DISLIKES
Since Pigs are born under the same Animal Sign, they often share likes and dislikes. Following are similar likes and dislikes of the Pig personality.
Color Preference: Dark blue
Gems and Stones: Lapis lazuli, Coral, Beryl
Suitable Gifts: Makeup, body lotion, bathrobe, mineral oils, shower gels
Hobbies and Pastimes: Shopping, parties, theater
Pigs Dislike: Discord, illegal behavior, not having anything to eat
THE PIG ON VACATION
As much as Pigs love food they would truly enjoy a culinary experience on vacation. When traveling they tend to dine at the finest restaurants, eat the richest chocolate and drink the most expensive champagne. In addition, their natures to be relaxed and laid back would lead them to an easygoing vacation somewhere on an island or in a resort where they can hang out and be completely taken care of.
FRIENDS AND ENEMIES
Pigs are great friends to have on your side. They will nurture you, care for you and make sure you have everything you need. In times of trouble, Pigs are genuine friends who will give you the shirt off of their backs if you need it. They entertain their friends and host parties as often as they can. Any chance to gather n a social setting is enough for a Pig to have a party and most of the time, he doesn’t really need an excuse to host one. They are loyal and good-natured, always willing to lend a hand or an ear.
THE PIG LOVER
Pigs are great partners to have because they are so supportive and giving of themselves. They are happiest at home, so arguments about late nights out with friends are few and far between for the Pig and his mate. Pigs are sexual creatures who love to be affectionate.
MARRIAGE
Pigs are wonderful companions, appreciative and caring. They are grateful for the things they have, especially a loving and healthy family. Once they choose a partner, they are in it for the long haul. Pigs do not like discord and will do whatever it takes to maintain a peaceful homestead.
THE PIG IN LOVE
Pigs make good partners and most people would consider themselves lucky to be involved with one. Still, some people are not suited for a Pig’s easygoing nature.
PARTNERS IN LOVE
Pig*Rat
You’ll have a tendency to spend a lot of money, but you’ll have a lot of fun doing it!
Pig*Ox
You are two sexually charged individuals…work on a mental relationship as well.
Pig*Tiger
You share trust and friendship.
Pig*Rabbit
Affectionate and caring, you’re headed for a wonderful companionship.
Pig*Dragon
A loving and warm relationship.
Pig*Snake
Not enough in common to commit to a stable union.
Pig*Horse
Easygoing but maybe too much so for your own good.
Pig*Sheep
Trust and honesty make this a winning combination.
Pig*Monkey
Sexual tension is heightened by a constant need to disagree.
Pig*Rooster
Even though you disagree on a few things, if you try to make it work it will be great.
Pig*Dog
Stable and supportive, but not much passion or fire.
Pig*Pig
You are off to a good start, but eventually it fades.
SCORPIO
Scorpio people are passionate and emotional, with very deep feelings. Although you are a loyal and dedicated friend, you are fiercely competitive, subject to fits of vindictive jealousy – and can be quite manipulative in pursuit of your goals.
Symbols for Scorpio are the scorpion, a ground-dwelling killer with a poisonous sting in its tail, and the eagle, a far-seeing predator soaring above petty problems into the spiritual sky. Scorpio's real involvement is not primarily based on love or even pleasure, but on the control and understanding of human emotions and the role they play in the mysterious processes of life and death. Though you may not spend your life pondering the mysteries of life and death, you are inquisitive and probing, fascinated with how things and people work. Your mental and physical powers of recuperation are remarkable — and truly evolved (eagle) Scorpios can learn to use their power to help and inspire others.
Stamina and Tenacity
Determined Scorpio can be rather stubborn and resistant to imposed changes. In many ways this is a plus, for it gives you the stamina to accomplish things in life, due to your tenacity. On the surface you may seem easy-going, congenial, and gregarious, but you are also extremely tenacious with a need to manipulate and control your situations.
Keys to your success are a strong will and the ability to get to the bottom of things. You want answers and will doggedly persist until you get them.
The fiery energy of Mars shines out when you are enthusiastic; it attracts and inspires others. Your intensity can be overwhelming, but also subtle, for your considerable energy is not aroused or employed just to have something to do — as is often the case with Aries, the other Mars-ruled personality. Unlike Aries, Scorpio is not openly combative, unless it becomes necessary. Your privacy is tightly protected, so others only get to know you up to a point. You may not show any sign of inner struggle, but when you are after something (or someone) your determination is fierce — and should you not be favoured in the outcome, you are neither a willing nor a gracious loser. Nevertheless, you are not arrogant, being genuinely interested in others and what they have to say, although you often exhibit a self-sufficiency which implies there isn't much you don't already know.
Deepest Mysteries
The transformative energy of Pluto motivates you, as you delve into the deepest mysteries of life. Whether you are trying to get to the bottom of a murder, or some heinous crime, or whether you are saving a life through your surgical skills, or pursuing a meditative magical mystery tour, you characteristically seek to uncover the truth or to transform raw materials into things of great power and beauty. Relationships are not exempt from this probing, so anyone involved with you must prepare for profound changes in themselves, their mysterious partner and the relationship itself.
Emotions govern your first reactions to every experience in life. Although instinctive emotions generate the strongest motivations for your behaviour, you are not prone to wearing your heart on your sleeve (unlike the other Water Signs, those feeling-oriented Cancerians and Pisceans). You need to dominate relationships and rarely display your true feelings, holding back something of yourself, even at your most open and communicative moments. Although you may not intentionally set out to be mysterious, you manage to appear enigmatic anyway. You hate being crossed or manipulated, and can react to such treatment with sarcasm and vengefulness.
Strong Constitution
Scorpio rules the reproductive organs and excretory system, so those with Scorpio active in their charts suffer headaches, infections and fevers, along with various illnesses to do with what used to be called the secret parts. You have, however, a strong constitution and can usually overcome your problems, many of which are of your own making, due to your clandestine activities.
Scorpio colours are red, black, midnight blue, and emerald green. Scorpio rules metallic iron and your birthstone is the topaz. Topaz, one of the hardest minerals, cannot be cut with a knife. It is yet another representation of the impenetrable Scorpio nature. Scorpio flowers include the anemone, heather, and gardenia.
Symbols for Scorpio are the scorpion, a ground-dwelling killer with a poisonous sting in its tail, and the eagle, a far-seeing predator soaring above petty problems into the spiritual sky. Scorpio's real involvement is not primarily based on love or even pleasure, but on the control and understanding of human emotions and the role they play in the mysterious processes of life and death. Though you may not spend your life pondering the mysteries of life and death, you are inquisitive and probing, fascinated with how things and people work. Your mental and physical powers of recuperation are remarkable — and truly evolved (eagle) Scorpios can learn to use their power to help and inspire others.
Stamina and Tenacity
Determined Scorpio can be rather stubborn and resistant to imposed changes. In many ways this is a plus, for it gives you the stamina to accomplish things in life, due to your tenacity. On the surface you may seem easy-going, congenial, and gregarious, but you are also extremely tenacious with a need to manipulate and control your situations.
Keys to your success are a strong will and the ability to get to the bottom of things. You want answers and will doggedly persist until you get them.
The fiery energy of Mars shines out when you are enthusiastic; it attracts and inspires others. Your intensity can be overwhelming, but also subtle, for your considerable energy is not aroused or employed just to have something to do — as is often the case with Aries, the other Mars-ruled personality. Unlike Aries, Scorpio is not openly combative, unless it becomes necessary. Your privacy is tightly protected, so others only get to know you up to a point. You may not show any sign of inner struggle, but when you are after something (or someone) your determination is fierce — and should you not be favoured in the outcome, you are neither a willing nor a gracious loser. Nevertheless, you are not arrogant, being genuinely interested in others and what they have to say, although you often exhibit a self-sufficiency which implies there isn't much you don't already know.
Deepest Mysteries
The transformative energy of Pluto motivates you, as you delve into the deepest mysteries of life. Whether you are trying to get to the bottom of a murder, or some heinous crime, or whether you are saving a life through your surgical skills, or pursuing a meditative magical mystery tour, you characteristically seek to uncover the truth or to transform raw materials into things of great power and beauty. Relationships are not exempt from this probing, so anyone involved with you must prepare for profound changes in themselves, their mysterious partner and the relationship itself.
Emotions govern your first reactions to every experience in life. Although instinctive emotions generate the strongest motivations for your behaviour, you are not prone to wearing your heart on your sleeve (unlike the other Water Signs, those feeling-oriented Cancerians and Pisceans). You need to dominate relationships and rarely display your true feelings, holding back something of yourself, even at your most open and communicative moments. Although you may not intentionally set out to be mysterious, you manage to appear enigmatic anyway. You hate being crossed or manipulated, and can react to such treatment with sarcasm and vengefulness.
Strong Constitution
Scorpio rules the reproductive organs and excretory system, so those with Scorpio active in their charts suffer headaches, infections and fevers, along with various illnesses to do with what used to be called the secret parts. You have, however, a strong constitution and can usually overcome your problems, many of which are of your own making, due to your clandestine activities.
Scorpio colours are red, black, midnight blue, and emerald green. Scorpio rules metallic iron and your birthstone is the topaz. Topaz, one of the hardest minerals, cannot be cut with a knife. It is yet another representation of the impenetrable Scorpio nature. Scorpio flowers include the anemone, heather, and gardenia.
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