Hello and welcome! My name is Gizella Calingo, an Australian-Filipino owner and founder, the creative force behind GIZELLA, an exciting online store based in the vibrant city of Sydney, Australia. As a passionate filmmaker, designer, and writer, I have cultivated a diverse range of self-taught skills, including film and art direction, set and production design, prop making, and website design. My creative journey also extends into the realm of interactive games, filters and more. Additionally, I am the owner and founder of Gizella Films @gizellafilms, where I produce captivating film projects, and Gizella's Life @gizellalife, showcasing my life and adventures from the past to the present.

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My artistic vision is a constant exploration of different avenues where I bring stories to life through visuals and design. My work are not just products but art pieces that add realism, authenticity and depth, leaving you intrigued and curious.

 

"As an Australian-Filipina, I have had the privilege of living and travelling in seven different countries 🌍, including The Philippines 🇵🇭, Hong Kong 🇭🇰, Singapore 🇸🇬, Malaysia 🇲🇾, Thailand 🇹🇭, Cambodia 🇰🇭 and Australia 🇦🇺, since I was six years old. This has allowed me to learn and appreciate diverse stories that appeal to different cultures around the world and inspired my collections."

- Gizella Calingo

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GIZELLA presents an exquisite collection of innovative and original designs crafted with advanced technology, featuring state-of-the-art 3D printers and precision laser-cutting machines. This collection highlights the beauty of multipurpose functionality, offering the added benefits of being repurposed and reusable. These handcrafted and hand-sculpted products are designed to meet the needs of various industries, including:

• Films, TV, music videos, photography, photoshoots and podcast.

• Theatre plays, comedy shows, stages and caravan stages.

• Magazines, zines and comics.

• Festivals, markets, market stalls and events.

• Home décors and home staging.

• Restaurants and retail stores.

• Installation art and displays,  and art collection.

• Brand and product activations, window and retail display and photo booth. Plus more! Take a tour of the website ✨️

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Some props are kept as keepsakes and memorabilia, and most are either thrown away, returned, donated, or sadly, refunded (this is frowned upon). The best part? After initial use, most of my products are perfect for other creative projects, some can be used as home décor, or why not gift the others to someone special? At GIZELLA, I take pride in promoting the value of rethinking waste by easily repurposing and reusing to ensure sustainability and eco-friendliness in production.

​Want to see GIZELLA products in person and join my workshops? Follow @gizellastore for updates on new blog articles, and visit my upcoming market stalls, installation work, and events in your area. Come say hi ✨️

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Thank you very much for being part of my journey!

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