Promil Pre-School Unleashes the Art Prodigy in Our Children

As parents, we want our kids to succeed. We want them to be well-rounded. Aside from telling our kids that their academic performance is their topmost priority, we also let them try different activities like sports, art, music, and other activities that they find engaging and enjoyable. We make sure that these activities would not hinder their focus in academics. This indeed teaches them how to manage their time wisely.

We support our kids all the way to let them reach their full potential. We are always around to guide them, not to dictate, in making their own choices. It gives them the sense of responsibility and confidence that they are being trusted by us. 

In my opinion, this parenting style of ours and proper nutrition let my eldest son, Ross, to have an "ARTFUL YEAR" as we speak, in 2013. After years of trying so many extra curricular activities in school and home, he finally found his passion- ART.

Early last year, he was chosen by his art teacher to participate in Colors of Life-Cocolife Students Visual Arts Competition. He did his best to finish his painting despite all odds. He considered it as one of his most memorable experiences.

He also participated in their school's on the spot drawing contest. He didn't win but he said he felt happy when his friends from the upper grades won. I was so proud of him when he told me that. I knew that my son remembered the  virtue of sportsmanship that he learned from us.

Months later, he was chosen by their school's Student Council to be part in designing its Christmas gift wrapper to be reproduced and used for fundraising.

 I could see and feel that my son loves what he is doing.

Early last week, I told Ross that Promil Pre-School would send me a Young Picasso Kit. I gave him a little briefing about what's inside. He was so excited that he kept on asking about its arrival.

 When it was delivered, he couldn't wait to start painting the bag as I was unpacking it. It was late in the afternoon and I told him to do it the following day.

 

 It was so nice to have a feel of Hamzah Marbella's masterpiece. As in feel na feel talaga ni Ross ang pagpe-paint! It was also a nice mom and son bonding! While doing this I shared the story of Hamzah to him. It made him more inspired to continue his passion.

 

Ross' work in progress...

Who is Hamzah Marbella? How did he become an exceptional artist at a very young age? 

   

    

Hamzah Marbella, 12 years old,is making a famous name in the art industry both here and abroad. Not only is he representing Filipino art on the global stage, he has also won more than 50 national and international accolades,including a Special Citation from the National Commission for Culture, an Outstanding Artist Award and the Arts (NCCA) and a Certificate of Recognition at the United Nation International Children’s Art Competition.

Hamzah is the youngest member of the Artists Association of the Philippines and was recently named Promil Pre-School’s Outstanding Child Artist. There is no stopping this child prodigy from showing the world his exceptional talent in painting and achieving his ultimate dream – to become the country’s future National Artist. 

Wow!Hamzah Marbella's artworks are so awesome!

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that a big reason behind Hamzah's success is the invaluable support of his family. At an age when most young kids are just beginning to walk and talk, Hamzah was already painting and producing what his father, Renato, described as art forms.

"Two years old siya noon at nasa kuna pa lang lagi na niya akong pinapanood magpinta, (He was just two years old then when he started watching me paint while in his crib),”relays Renato who is also an artist himself.

“Humahanap siya ng kung anu-anong mga bagay – tansan, bato, sipit ng damit – maya-maya magiging mga art form na. Makakabuo na siya ng mgahayop, paru-paro, bulaklak, at iba pa (He would look for different things like stones, bottle caps, clothespin, etc. and later on transform it into art. He’d be able to build animals, butterflies, flowers and many others things).”

Meanwhile, his mother Elma remembers the time when she bought Hamzah a "magic slate" and how this served as his first canvas. "Doon siya nagsusulat at nagdo-drawing pero dahil ang dami-dami nyang ginagawa, ang bilis nasisira ng magic slate kasi bura siya nang bura. Kaya ang ginawa ko, binilhan ko na siya ng crayon at sketch pad– yun na ang naging libangan at laruan niya (That is where he writes and draws but because of the many things he illustrates the magic slate is quick to get damaged. That’s why I bought him crayons and sketchpads, which became his toys and hobby).”

It came to a point though when Hamzah's parents realized that art was more than just a hobby for Hamzah. "Pati ako nagugulat at nagtataka sa kanyang mga ginagawa (Even I am was amazed and was wondering what he was doing),”shares Elma.

“Instead of discouraging his talent, we did everything we can to make sure that Hamzah's gift flourished. Binibilhan ko siya lagi ng children's books at kanya itong tinitingnan at kinokopya (I often buy him children’s books and he’d use it as an inspiration).”

“I always commend his improvement as well as give him rewards like toys. We want to make sure that he feels our support and has everything he needs at home. One of the important things I make sure Hamzah gets is superior nutrition. As a mother, I understand that my role in nurturing his talent is essential,but I still need a partner who does just the same to make sure his mind absorbs what we are teaching and that he is healthy to support his activities. This is the kind of partnership I have found with Promil Pre-School."

Promil Pre-School is a powdered mild drink for children 4 – 7 years old designed to help them achieve optimal growth and development. It contains a unique combination of essential nutrients, like vitamin A that supports healthy eye development, Iodine and & Iron that support brain development, Biotin and Zinc that support normal growth and help maintain a healthy immune system, Niacin that aids in healthy digestion and promotes normal appetite as well Potassium that promotes healthy muscles to support various activities of your children – all these are found in Promil Pre-School’s Nutrissentials. Plus it has DHA, an important nutrient for cognitive and eye development and AA which helps your child’s body absorb DHA better. 

“We believe that the interests and talent of a child begin to emerge at their pre-school age. It is the perfect time to start nurturing them with the right activities. As a partner of mothers in nurturing,Promil Pre-School is very happy to launch the Paint like Hamzah promo,” says Rhea Villareal, Promil Pre-School Product Manager, Wyeth Nutrition.

 

Did you miss Promil Pre-School’s biggest co-created hand-painted masterpiece like we did? Now, here is your chance to let your child share in outstanding child artist Hamzah Marbella’s exceptional talent in painting. You will enjoy it too, promise!
 

Consumers will receive limited edition canvas bags inspired by Hamzah Marbella’s artworks and art materials with every purchase of Promil Pre-School 1.6kg and 180g packs in leading stores nationwide. Canvas bags are available in three collectible designs. Promo runs from February 1 – March 31, 2014.

 

Every purchase of Promil Pre-school 1.6 kg and 180 g packs, mothers will be equipped with tools to help their child develop their talent in art.

"We hope that in sharing Hamzah’s exceptional talent in painting we can help mothers nurture their child’s creativity and talent so that it may become exceptional as well,” adds Villareal. 

For more information, you may visit https://www.facebook.com/promilpreschool . Per DOH-FDA-CFRR permit no. Series of 2013.

 

Video and Photo Credits (Promil Pre-School): 
https://www.facebook.com/promilpreschool/photos_stream and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAcDqUBxBxo