Born August 24, 1989 in Montreal, Quebec. Mark is a Filipino-Canadian who has lived half his life in Vancouver. Mark arrived in Los Angeles at the age of 14 and had to adjust to the "LA life" where you always have to watch your back. "You couldn’t wear certain colors. I couldn’t wear red to school." - Mark. He was used to living in the suburbs in Vancouver. So coming to LA was a complete change. Korea town in Los Angeles was Marks home. Mark went the traditional filipino nursing route. This didn't last long. Mark, still urning for his creative desires did a full 360 and dove full time into becoming a creative. "As Above" Is a way for me to express my passions through fashion, art and music." - Mark.

The marathon continues!