Italian illustrator Philip Giordano participated in the Asian Festival of Children’s Content 2026 in Singapore, sharing his artistic journey shaped by Italian and Japanese cultural influences.
The Italian Embassy in Singapore highlighted the participation of Italian illustrator Philip Giordano at the Asian Festival of Children’s Content 2026, one of Asia’s leading festivals dedicated to children’s literature, illustration, and storytelling.
During the festival, Philip Giordano presented a session titled “Moving Roots: An Illustrator’s Journey Between Two Worlds,” where he spoke about how living and working between Italy and Japan influenced his artistic style and creative process. The session explored themes such as colour, composition, line work, narrative rhythm, and visual storytelling.
Audiences were also introduced to the artist’s diverse body of work, including sketchbooks, murals, woodblock paintings, and digital illustrations, providing insight into the evolution of his artistic language shaped by both Italian and Japanese cultures.
In addition to the festival appearance, Philip Giordano visited APICS Italian Cultural Centre Singapore, where he conducted a workshop for young students inspired by the children’s book “The Penguin Who Was Cold.” The interactive session combined drawing, storytelling, and creative activities to encourage discussions on friendship, hospitality, and artistic expression.
The event was supported by Asian Festival of Children’s Content 2026, National Library Board Singapore, and APICS Italian Cultural Centre Singapore as part of efforts to promote Italian culture, artistic collaboration, and intercultural dialogue in Singapore.
Source & Photos Credit: The Italian Embassy in Singapore
