ABOUT THE EXHIBIT
From time immemorial, civilizations have thrived and lived near bodies of water. The reason is crystal-clear: water is vital to man’s existence. It is the reason why this exhibition pays homage to water and its significance to how and why people live by the water. Featuring photos that tell stories about the coastal Filipinos’ living conditions, reveal their culture, and relate their stories of survival.

The exhibit will carry a raft of striking images from across our archipelago. The Badjao Stilt Villages of Basilan. The Muslim Stilt Village of Rio Hondo in Zamboanga. The fishermen of Siquijor. The T’bolis of Lake Sebu. The rugged shores of Itbayat in Batanes. And the tranquil coasts of Iloilo.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER
Ferdinand is a travel photographer and award-winning blogger. A graduate of Fine Arts, Major in Advertising at the Far Eastern University, he got started on film photography during his college years. He worked as a graphic artist and web designer for three years, pursuing photography as a hobby.

Landing his first publication job as an Art Director enabled him to embark on a new career ? as a professional travel photographer. Getting his fair share of freelance jobs and assignments, his works eventually got published in a number of travel magazines both here and overseas.

His website Ironwulf.net: En Route at www.ironwulf.net, is the chronicle of his many travels and insightful photography. It has received recognition from the both local and international media.

With eager eyes, a curious mind and wandering feet, this young travel photographer and blogger plans to do an exhibit on Asian Heritage sites in the near future.

This is one event that I wouldn’t miss, check out the details here.

The newest Nikon consumer level DSLR camera was announced today, the D60 is what I believe to be the replacement of the 10 month old Nikon D40x.

The Nikon D60 is designed to simplify camera operation and allow the photographer to concentrate on taking pictures. The camera’s simple, user-friendly design includes a reduced number of buttons and a combined monitor and information display.

Honestly, I didn’t see much of an improvement of this model compared to the D40x, not even the new kit lens impresses me. I don’t think that you need a VR (Vibration Reduction) for such a short lens (18-55mm).

I can say that these are the new features that impresses me:

1. The camera was built on Nikon EXPEED® processor;
2. The two-pronged method for combating dust accumulation on the sensor;
3. The active d-lighting that helps maximize dynamic range

Like the D40/x, this new camera doesn’t have the built-in auto-focus motor, only with AF-S lenses that you will enjoy the auto-focus feature. The D60 retails at about €749.00 (aroung PhP 44,900) about PhP 10,000.00 higher than the D40x.

The EOS 450D features:

• 12.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor
• Canon’s EOS Integrated Cleaning System
• 3.5 frames per second
• 3.0” LCD with Live View shooting
• 9-point wide-area AF system with f/2.8 cross-type centre point
• Picture Style image processing parameters
• DIGIC III image processor
• Digital Photo Professional RAW processing software1
• Compact and Lightweight body
• Fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-series Speedlites

In addition, Canon has added the Spot Metering & currently using an SD (Secure Digital) cards instead of the Compact Flash that was being used by the EOS 400D.

For more in-depth review of this new product, you can check this, this & this.

The latest issue of I-Mag Photography magazine is out in the market, I got mine this morning from National Bookstore at SM Dasmariñas. I browsed on the contents & found 2 of my mentors are featured in the current issue.

Budee Mendoza of IdN Club Philippines taught me (and 15 others) the basics of Photoshop in a workshop conducted by FPPF, wrote the article entitled “Lunar Module”, he discussed the steps in creating a moonshot from scratch in Photoshop, interesting that I might try doing it someday.

The other one is Jay Alonzo, a well-know fashion & portrait photographer, Jay was the resource person when I attended the Primer on Lighting Workshop conducted by the Ayala Foundation, Inc. held at the Filipinas Heritage Library. Jay tackled the subject, “Lighting Still Life”, a good read for someone who wants to venture into food or product photography.

This is one good issue, grab your copy now.

The theme: One Language. ONe World. Photography Unites.

PHOTOWORLDASIA 2008 presents the leading Master Photographers and Lecturers from the United States to share with photographers from all over Asia. New tools and techniques. New ways and ideas. Same old passion -Photography.

To know more about this event, check out the brochure & the event schedule. To register online, click here.

I noticed this tiny little mushroom growing in our backyard, I don’t really know if this is edible, what I do know is that it’s a good subject to shoot. Shot this using my Cokin +2D close-up filter to achieve a larger magnification level. I particularly loved the bokeh, it adds up to the drama of the subject.

It only proves that you don’t need to go far to find a good subject to shoot.

Off-topic, I’ve re-launched my human edited blog directory aiming to link Pinoy blogs & blogger, click here to check out my directory & here to submit you link.

Have a nice week ahead.

Images from a Storied Land
Featuring the Philippine travel photographs of Manny Goloyugo

November 24-December 8, 2007
The Alcove gallery, Filipinas Heritage Library
Makati Avenue, Ayala Triangle, Makati City

Manny Goloyugo, a highly notable photojournalist, is best known for his extraordinary black-and-white photographs.

With over 35 years of photojournalistic experience, he has supplied images for various publications such as Daily Express newspaper, Expressweekk magazine, Weekend magazine, Lifestyle Asia magazine, Mabuhay magazine, and Asiaweek magazine among others.

He served as photo editor for Manila Bulletin and Today Independent Daily News. Being one of the best presidential photographers, he has captured in his camera numerous photographs of past Philippine presidents and first ladies.

His photo coverages have taken him all over the Philippines and overseas. His ability to capture unique imagaes that stimulate the mind,warm the heart, and touch the soul makes him one of the most sought after travel photographer today.

For more details, please call 892-1801, email cruz.ct [at] ayalafoundation [dot] org, or visit www.filipinaslibrary.org.ph.

I’ve been part of the Filipinas Heritage Library mailing list even before I attended it’s Primer on Lighting Seminar. They are conducting a year round workshop on different photography workshops so better check out their sites from time to time.

The FPPF will celebrate its 20th year on October 27 at Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila. All those who have attended any of the FPPF workshops since 1993, forums, Photoworld Manila annual convention, camera clubs affiliated with the FPPF are invited to attend the event marked with mini contests, lectures and photo exhibits. Photo companies will be invited to do their promotion to an expected 300 paticipants. The FPPF first workshop was conducted in the summer of 1993 in the Orchidarium of Nayong Filipino. A year later, the workshops were moved to Fort Santiago where they are held up to now.

Top 10 winners of the photo competitions will receive a 20th anniversary medallion and free registration for the Photoworld Asia 2008 which will happen in Glorietta and the Asian Institute of Management.
Readers are requested to inform their batchmates and rekindle the enthusiasm they first experienced when they were introduced to photography …

Registration Fee PhP 150.00

I myself is a graduate of 2 courses from this institution, I took up Basic Photography in November of 2004 & recently I had my Digital Darkroom Techniques, I was planning to take up the Lighting Workshop from them but my schedule wouldn’t permit. Given a free schedule, I’d love to attend this event.