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Archive for the ‘Photography’ Category

Jun 10
6th

Captivating Faces in Binondo, Manila

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This is a monthly photowalk of Marikina Digital Photographers Club, held yesterday, June 05, 2010.

Binondo Manila

It was my first time in Binondo, Manila and I didn’t know that this place is populated by Chinese. Since this is a photowalk, we walked from Recto LRT station to Binondo Church.

Beside Quiapo Church
Vendors beside Quiapo church

Route: Recto, Quiapo Church, Sta. Cruz, Ongpin Street, Chinatown, Binondo Church. Continue reading »

Jun 10
3rd

Children Photography: 2nd Set in Laiya Beach, Batangas

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This is my second attempt on children photography, you can view my first attempt on children photography here.

Laiya Beach, San Juan Batangas
Location: Laiya Beach, San Juan, Batangas

We went here after camwhoring in the Pahiyas Festival 2010. Thank you Don for letting us stay in your resort ;).

Boy or Girl

This kid caught my attention. I walked towards her, she looks foreigner at far because of her brown hair and prominent eyes. But when I get closer, her nose explains it all.

Child Portrait

I can’t believe I captured her like that. She’s really curious of what I am doing. I have 55-200mm lens, trying not to get near her because every time I try, she’s splashing me sand with water. Continue reading »

May 10
22nd

Children Photography: 1st Set in Bagasbas Beach, Daet

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I’m a newbie in this field, black and white photography + children photography. It’s a big mistake to not shoot in RAW since I only have 1 SD card, and because of that, I can’t control curves, contrast, and more.

On topic, I went to Bagasbas Beach, Daet last May 9 with Travel Factor. The beach is perfect for beginners in surfing. I can say that waves here are much better than in La Union.

Run run run

Due to many activities happening by the seashore, I find children playing an awesome capture.

My first series shots
Series 1: Enjoying the Waves

I am not satisfied with result of my post process. Continue reading »

May 10
21st

Camarines Norte: Exploring Calaguas Group of Islands

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You’ve heard a lot about Camarines Sur as the major and beautiful destination in Bicol Region. What about Camarines Norte?

Calaguas Islands is in Vinzons, Camarines Norte. It isn’t popular yet for some, thus, Calaguas is a very virgin beach and probably isn’t perfect for party goers.

Calaguas Beach, Camarines Norte
Wide view of Calaguas beach

There are many Islands in Calaguas, bounded by white sand, but only 1 beach is open for tourist. Though, you can go island hopping, you can not litter, spit, or spend long time in each island.

Sunrise in Calaguas

Calaguas beach is perfect for campers, hikers, and adventurers. You can climb the nearest mountain but be careful and seek assistance first to one of the Continue reading »

Apr 10
12th

Photography Session at Rock View Beach, Bolinao

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The place isn’t really for tourists who wish a comfortable vacation spot in Bolinao. But the place is perfect for avid campers and photographers because of such nice rock view and mad waves of the water.

Rock View Beach, Bolinao

Such very simple place. No electricity and water faucet, and the toilet doesn’t have door. You need to cover yourself with a big plywood and pray that wind won’t blow it!!

Mad waves silence
First time using ND8 filter borrowed from Kuya Sherwin Garbo

I went there together with my club members, Marikina Digital Photographers Club. It’s a 12-hour ride from Manila!! It was Maundy Thursday and it’s really hard to find open karinderia with a fast food service, we’re really hungry when we arrived. Continue reading »

Jan 10
17th

A Bitter Sweet “12th of June”

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Jade Lopez on 12th of June Set

Yesterday, there’s sunrise. Tomorrow, there’s another sunrise. At the end of the day, there’s sunset. I don’t know what I’m talking about here right now.

But I’m glad to tell you guys that Micaela Rodriguez, a good friend of mine, just had a successful premiere launch of her 2nd short story film entitled “12th of June” before the 2009 ends. Continue reading »