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  It was the summer of April 2013 it was a quick trip to Lipa Batangas and see what the place has to offer in terms of landscape photography. Backtrack, I met the owner and founder of the modeling school- PHILIPPINE FASHION MODELO ACADEMY(PFMA)  where Queenee was one of the students back then, it was supposed to be a meet and greet and leave the place but I was hooked to stay.   Why and how did our friendship start? And how do we keep it until this day? These are the questions most people ask me and my answer is always the same and consistent. Let me share this brief story of how it all started, It was after lunch in April 2013 and everyone is busy and waiting for the practice to start, a glimpse in my eyes caught my attention, yes it was a glimpse of her smile, friendly as she is, a bubble of happiness, a reflection of her personality and character. I remember she used to call me “idol” to which I   asked, why not “best friend”? and from that day onwards it is ...

  Regarding fashion events, photographers will be the main meat of events to capture and highlight the entire show until the last minute. Lights, music, models, and cameras were ready to roll and spectators cheered and clapped their hands while watching the show. The glitz and glamour of the ramp show boosted the confidence of each participant and designer who participated in the event. We cannot deny that everyone is excited as models ramp and showcase the creations from respective designers, how it was delivered is the way to go for the next event.   Photographers are getting ready as the event is about to start. ********************************************************************** A group of models poses before the event starts. Beautiful faces, sturdy pose, captivating aura, and enjoying as the camera roll.        Each designer’s entry was carefully selected to ensure quality versus quantity, as models walk in the runaway, I felt the gust of exciteme...

  Another weekend getaway and the destination far from the usual meet-up and venue of the Lipa Photography Circle for the photoshoot event held, Sunday, October 16, 2022, is the date marked in the calendar and everyone is excited. I am excited not only because of the event but being away from the hustle and bustle of city life where boredom is my companion in day-to-day life being a city man. We are granted to have exclusive use of the venue thru the effort of Van Amada and Sir Noel Loreto - founding President of Lipa Photography Circle. This is more on excitement, meeting new faces of our models and at the same time relaxation to some extent – cool breeze, tranquility and recharge from our busy lives.         Preparation – Behind the scene. Gorgeous models: Katrina Cassandra, Maicel Tenorio, and Micaella Jackie Dullavin and their Hair and   Make-up Artists: Momshie Minizkert Magsano Alonso and Jam Tenorio Hmua. ******************************************...

  Ever since I had my camera, I have dreamed of traveling locally or abroad. Traveling gives me immense pleasure to be at peace-spiritually and psychologically and in both ways; From North to South of the country and a few places that I have been, it is such an overwhelming experience indeed, meeting new faces, learning about cultures and food tripping along the way, it is a total package per se. Having the best time in my life has always been like that. For anyone who loves to travel, the experience travelers gain is far more than usual. For some, it is a way of relaxation, getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life, and an escape from reality. Taking a picture captures the event and the story within the story and the memories of happy places, faces, and thoughts. Photo blogging is an approach we call, taking pictures and posting them, either we put the caption or not the picture itself tells the whole story of the places, people, or events within the frame.   ...

  Sin ce the pandemic hit the country, everything stops and everyone is glued to their home bored and tired mentally, The same as what I have experienced. Over the last two years of the pandemic, a lot of things have changed and the new normal is slowly adopted by the living Filipino people. A friend of mine invited me to Lipa Batangas to join for an open photoshoot and  I agreed immediately not only do I miss traveling but to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. As I marked the calendar dated March  6, 2022 – the excitement gives chills to my spine and I couldn’t help but push going to the south. I left the city as early as 4 am and arrived in Lipa City at 6.30 AM, ahead of the scheduled meet-up. Zuloc Event  Center- owned by Robert Resma Receno                                                             P...