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BORING MONDAYS | S102 | THE TOWN HALL | WHAT HAPPENED? | Team Talk | & Anything Under The Sun

#TheTownHall #TeamTalk #RandomTalk

You might be wondering what has happened on Boring Mondays. During the middle of this year, our crew has been bogged down with serious health issues. Some of us had to lie low for weeks but we never had the chance to detail why. 

On Boring Mondays this 17th of October, we are going to talk about our long absences because it was not just me who had to deal with a medical emergency. We'll also talk about what lies ahead. We'll try to keep it light despite the seriousness of what we plan to discuss. 

Still, thank you to those who keep on asking about the return of Boring Mondays. So, join me and the Boring Mondays Crew & some friends on OCTOBER 17th - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | S99 | LET THERE BE LIGHT! | A Photography Lighting Talk | Tips & Tricks | LIVE Q&A

#PhotographyLighting #Studio #Techniques 

Still wondering how to use your lighting equipment properly? Still have questions on how to maximize your gear? Curious as to why some photographers render better light when you have the same equipment? We have invited three professionals whose names are synonymous with lighting techniques. They have agreed to sit down with us to answer your questions about lighting. Here's your chance to ask the pros and instructors for free! 

We're very honored to have them on the show to discuss the tips and tricks of lighting for beautiful images. Join us and our guests Niko Villegas, Borj Meneses & Ken Go on AUGUST 22nd 2022, at 7:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time) 

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP24): MARS RAVELO GALANG | SURREALISM | Visual Artist | Producer | Creatives | PH

#MARSGALANG #VisualArtist #Producer

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SHOWS RECAP:

Our one-on-one interview with Mars Galang proves that, regardless of your situation, you will succeed in your chosen career if you have the dream and vision, the initiative and the attentiveness, and, most off, the determination. 

Here's what 6 things we've learned about Mars:

1. He came from extremely humble beginnings and literally slept on the streets. Growing up in the Tondo, Mars said that he didn't have specific aspirations then because what was in his mind was -- where would he sleep or clean up, what he will eat? 

2. He experienced the harshest life in his youth but anchored everything on his strong faith in his Creator. In the streets, he met and became buddies with Rocky Gathercole. Rocky went on to make a name for himself in the creative industry and they lost touch for some time. Mars relayed an inspiring anecdote about his friendship with Rocky, especially before his death.

3. In his childhood, his first art "tools" were a cardboard box for canvas and charcoal (uling) for "crayons." But he created his first masterpiece, a portrait, out of bubble gum. He won a gold medal for it.

4. He started at the lowest level in production but this did not stop him from learning by observing. To this day, what he picked up from these observations is still the foundation of his work as a creative director, visual artist, and stylist. 

5. Working with famous directors, including those in Hollywood, polished his craft. He was able to step his foot at this door based on recommendations and networking. But eventually, Mars' work spoke for him. International productions hired him because he's synonymous with quality. He admits he is expensive, and a perfectionist...but his clients know that they are paying. In our interview, he enumerated the best Hollywood actors he has worked with and has anecdotes about them.

6. Whatever success he created with his name, this didn't change his humanity, his discipline, and his principles in life. He also continues to attract good fortune because of his attitude. Mars once had mounted an exhibit financed by someone he did not personally know. He never expected that there are still kind people willing to support and believe in people like him.

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 95 | BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!! | CANON PHILIPPINES | The Shop Series 3

#camerashop #CanonPhilippines #TheShopSeries

We've got another shop series coming up on Boring Mondays Session #95. This time, we've got Team CANON Philippines as our invited guests! They don't need a big introduction, for obvious reasons, but we've invited a panel from their management so they could talk about their plans for the company, post-pandemic & more. 

As always, our shop series is also about thanking and acknowledging the stores that service and provide all of our needs when it comes to photography. As one of the biggest camera brands in the country, almost every photographer has an experience with Canon.

We encourage you to stay tuned; you might win something from Canon Philippines!

Join us on JULY 25th 2022, at 7:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time)  with our panel of guests: 

Anvey Factora - Marketing Manager for Consumer Products

Jv Ruanto - Product Manager for Camera

Jefferson Geronimo - Designer

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BORING MONDAYS S94 | THE ART OF NUDE MODELING | Fine Arts Photography | Boudoir | Conceptual & More

#Nude #Boudoir #FineArts

We're opening our third season of Boring Mondays with a topic viewers have long been asking for. It may be controversial and scandalous for some, but it's definitely art for many. 

Our guests aren't likely to do a lot of interviews for their work because it is a specialized area. And since it's such a niche, we'd like to raise awareness and contribute to the knowledge of both photographers and models who may have plans to try this genre.

We've invited some very interesting artists who have been subjects of fine art, erotic photography, boudoir, and conceptual photoshoots. They will discuss with us the do's and don'ts of their work, especially in this time of #MeToo 

Join us on the next session of Boring Mondays JULY 18, 2022.

This show is Rated SPG.

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JULY 18, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | S92 | THE TOWN HALL | Special Guests: MIKA UMALI & FLOYD PISON BERMEJO | Team Talk

#TheTownHall #TeamTalk #RandomTalk

- Artist, Model, Host & Businesswoman

- Commercial Pilot & Wild Bird Photographer

July is our anniversary month and to kick it off, it's our 92nd! It's another Town Hall, where we tackle different issues for the week and talk about anything and nothing in particular. However, someone will be sitting with us --  artist model who will talk about how she got her start in her career and share some tips for aspiring models. Our Guest Model Of The Month (GMOTM) is our friend Michanne Kaye Mika Umali... 

But wait there's more!!! We've invited the person behind an interesting image. Floyd Pison Bermejo is a commercial pilot by profession but he will sit down with us to talk about how his work has been immortalized on the new Php 1,000 bill.

So, join me and the whole Boring Mondays Crew for another night of random topics & craziness!

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JULY 04, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS S91 | CITYSCAPES | Urban Landscape | Cityskylines | Photography | LeadingLines & More

#CityscapePhotography #LongExposure #UrbanLandscape

Session 91 of Boring Mondays will tackle Cityscape Photography and we have invited skilled and talented photographers whose wheelhouse is in capturing the beauty of urban landscapes and city skylines. Our guests will enlighten us on the right lenses to use, give us tips on the best tricks in the book, and discuss the challenges of this niche. 

Joining us in this session on JUNE 27th are our expert cityscape photographers: Jay Jallorina, Brix Tan & Renan Cruz.

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JUNE 27, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP23): MEL CORTEZ | THE STORYTELLER | Wedding Photojournalist | Pro Photographer PH

#MELCORTEZ #Photojournalist #Wedding

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SHOW'S RECAP:

There was a lot to unpack from our interview with Mel Cortez and I knew I did not make the mistake of calling this session "The Storyteller" because his colorful career as a photojournalist and photographer is truly one for the books.

Here are 7 things we learned about him:

1. He started his journey into photography after his brother gifted him his first camera. Unlike most people who took this as a hobby, he tried to sell his photos right away because he documented sports leagues and figured he could earn from it.

2. Mel eventually tried his hand at social documentaries and took photos of real-life events and issues that people need to care about. He built his network of photojournalists, even mentored a lot of them, and became the first chairman of the Photojournalist Center of the Philippines. However, he considers himself the "softest" among the lot because there are tougher and more hard-lined photojournalists than him. 

3. However, he also established Decisive Moments, his wedding photography business. Admittedly, photojournalists aren't paid substantially in this country. With his talent, Mel introduced wedding photojournalism around the early 2000s. It proved to be a success because they used to cover more than 200 weddings a year.

4. He documented the 1989 coup and was right at the action of the bloody bombing in Camp Crame. He maintains that photojournalism is not for everyone. He said this isn't about the money nor the passion.  "Ginagawa mo yan dahil gusto mong ipakita ang nangyayari; gusto mo ng pagbabago gamit ang kamera bilang instrumento mo." 

5. During the interview, Mel confessed that he wasn't sure he could last the night because his usual routines have been on pause for such a long time as a result of the lockdowns. To keep his mind, body, and psyche active, he diversified and got into different businesses and now calls himself a "jack of all trades." 

6. The controversy behind the "no-pay-no-shoot policy" in public landmarks a few years back started when he was teaching some students in Luneta and they were told off by the guards. He expressed his disappointment over it on social media and the topic immediately trended. Because of what happened, Mel saw the gaps in the industry that he felt had to be addressed so he established advocacies to protect photographers. He received both positive and negative feedback for the causes that he supports.

7. While he's still an advocate at heart, Mel said that he has mellowed down in recent years. Today, he focuses on the more amusing and humorous things in life and has enriched his spiritual relationship with his Creator. 

In parting, Mel also wanted to let the new generation know that making a name in photography doesn't happen overnight; it is built by experience.

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 90 | BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!! | ABACUS - MR. HANDY TO | The Shop Series

#camerashop #abacuscommunicationmarketing #TheShopSeries

Handy To -- who doesn't know him? The friendly, neighborhood smiling Chinese guy is a very familiar personality for many people who frequent Greenhills, specifically Virra-Mall. His store, Abacus, has been there for ages and for a lot of Greenhills' physical transformation. 

Handy and Abacus, are the old school source for many people into electronics, I.T., and photography. While Handy is seldom seen, because he's a very shy guy in real life, he has agreed to sit down with us to help us chart the beginnings of his family-owned business. Handy is also a photographer-hobbyist so we have more to talk about! 

We're also going to take this chance to show our appreciation for Handy and Abacus because we seldom get to say "thank you" in person to store owners like Handy for the service they provide. 

This is going to be our second interview for The Shop Series #2 ["BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!"]. Come and join us as we talk to Handy and learn how Abacus has started, grown, and thrived all these years. Mark the date: JUNE 20, 2022 7:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time) 

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BORING MONDAYS | S89 | BIKEOHOLICS | Road, MTB, Hybrid, Cyclocross, Folding, Touring Bikes & More

#BIKES #SPORTS #HOBBY

We're hitting the brakes on one of the most popular sports or hobby in the country today.  For Boring Mondays Session 89, we've invited professional cyclists and bicycle enthusiasts to discuss about the different types of bikes (mountain bikes, electric bikes, hybrid/commuter bikes...to name a few). They are also going to educate us on the proper gear, road safety and ethics.

Please join us with our guests: Kimi Grande, Fox Racing Philippines Brand Ambassador and Sponsored rider for Wheelworks & Salt X; Nammi Gardoce, Fox Racing Philippines Ambassador and a Bronze Medalist in the 31st Sea Games women's downhill leg; Lian Cayco, an MTB Bike advocate, Sponsored and rider for Wheelworks, and fellow photographer; and two of our friends who need no introduction...marunong daw rin sila pumadyak: Winok & Renan. 

Get ready for a ride on JUNE 13, 2022 with my co-hosts Rommel, Macky, Ga & Phey.

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JUNE 13, 2022 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS S87 | THE FORUMS | Digital Photographer Philippines | DPP | Community Talk | Members

#TheForums #DPP #Community

Here's a throwback to the photography forum days two decades ago! We're bringing back the good 'ole days of threaded discussions and debates before the explosion of social media. 

Back in the day, photography hobbyists talked and shared in online forums -- using avatars and usernames-- and had their own moderators, officers, and operators. We've invited some of the most prolific contributors among the many photography forums in the country. How did these forums shape them and the community as it is today? 

We're also throwing in a surprise guest(s), who were important figures in one of the most popular forums before and we'll ask them how they navigated the changes when online discussions shifted to social media. 

Join us on this session of Boring Mondays MAY 30, 2022 - at 7:30 PM (Philippines Standard Time)

OUR GUESTS: PILAR BONNIN,  NIKO MIGUEL G. VILLEGAS, RICKY LADIA, ALY REYES & ÏSÏ LÄÜRËÄNÖ 

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 86 | SNEAKER HEADS | Trading | Re-selling | Collection | Rare | Shoes | PH

#SneakerHeads #Hobby #Collection

We're shifting to another hobby for the next episode of Boring Mondays Session 86 titled SNEAKERHEAD. We've asked some Sneakerheads to join us for a night of chatting about, what else -- sneakers! If you're a collector or you're fond of all kinds of sneakers, we'd love for you to join us as we talk to a shop owner, reseller, profilers, and collectors about the shoe business. How does one start a collection or run a business, trading re-selling shoes? They'll also share tips and tricks on how to properly take care of that precious footwear and a lot more.  

Please welcome our guests KENNETH MERCADO ( AftermarketPhilippines ), ABRAHAM SOLIVEN OTICO, CARLO GUISON,  PHEY PALMA (HK) & MARC ERWIN CRUZ, and join us on MAY 23, 2022 - 7:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time).

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 85 | FPPF | The Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation | Manila

#FPPF #Instructors #Workshops 

It's another interesting night on Boring Mondays as we have some of the prestigious instructors of The Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation (FPPF), the organization that has worked to uplift the welfare of Pinoy photographers and the industry for over 30 years. Many successful photographers have gained from the FPPF, which has produced some of the greatest artists we have in the country. 

For session #85 of Boring Mondays, we are going to talk to the people behind FPPF; the teachers who have helped dozens of aspiring photographers develop their skills, build their career, or win accolades here and abroad. What are their plans now that it looks like things are looking up again, after the pandemic?

Join me and my co-hosts on MAY 16, 2022 - 7:30PM (Philippine Standard Time) with our panel of guests : Pablo Beltran, Ador Pamintuan, Victor Sison, Joe Galian, Elwin Noche, Rey Castañeda & Jam Ramos.

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP22): LITO SY | TIMELESS | Professional Wedding Photographer | Int. WPPI | WPPP PH

#LITOSY #Wedding #Professional

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SHOW RECAP:

It took us two years to land this interview but the wait was worth it -- it's probably one of my favorites. Here are x things we've learned from premier Filipino photographer, Lito Sy:

1. He came from a big family with 10 kids, and three of them ventured into photography. At a young age, he was already business-minded and had planned on moving from Davao to Manila to expand his opportunities.

2. One of his ambitions as a young man was to become a captain of a ship, who would get to see a lot of beautiful places and beautiful women. However, he ended in photography, where he still got to travel and take photos of beautiful people.

3. What keeps him grounded is his roots and background as someone who grew up in Davao. However, he was able to make a name in metropolitan Manila, and beyond, because of his charisma and approachable personality. He's quite the comedian in person.

4. He talked about his disappointments but acknowledged that these had to happen, had to be his destiny, to get to where he is today. One of his realizations now, when he's near retirement, is he should have a properly balanced work and family/personal life.

5. He's the ultimate romantic. In this interview, a lot of his reflections on his life and career are always attached to a memory of someone he used to love. By the way, he's single and still ready to mingle!

6. He's got a lot of hobbies because he wants to enjoy whatever he can while he's still physically and mentally able to. YOLO!

7. He opened up about what really happened with that controversial debutante photoshoot in Malacañang Palace in 2017.

8. He's contented and happy where his career got him and even named the people who believe will become the next Lito Sy. Watch the video to find out who!

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From the early days of PARC HERE LIVE, we knew we wanted to have a one-on-one with a highly-acclaimed wedding photographer who has made a name both here and abroad. We're happy to announce that it's finally happening!

On MAY 14 2022, PARC HERE will roll out the red carpet for the one and only Master Wedding Photographer Lito Sy as we sit down with him to get to know the artist on a deeper level. In this business, his name is most recognized as an award-winning photographer, who is the only Asian Double Master of the WPPI - Honors of Excellence, which is a peer-led rating competition among photographers who are dedicated to their craft.

As with our previous episodes of PARC HERE LIVE, this will not be your usual photography interview. We'll strive to uncover more of the artist & the human side -- what makes him THE LITO SY?

Join me and my co-hosts Macky Alejandro & Rommel Marcelo in EPISODE 22 titled "TIMELESS" on MAY 14, 2022 SATURDAY, 8:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time)

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 84 | THE TOWN HALL | HALALAN 2022 | Team Talk | Anything Under The Sun BMS

#TheTownHall #TeamTalk #HALALAN2022

It's another Town Hall episode this week, without any specific topics to discuss, because we will be monitoring the election results. By this time, the numbers may be almost clear as to who has won or lost. We'll be laying down our cards as we talk about politics...and then some. To keep things pleasant, Bb. Pilipinas Candidate #18, Ma. Isabela David, has agreed to sit down with us and talk about anything under the sun. We're also going to have a mystery guest to spice things up.

So, join us for Session 84 on MAY 09, 2022.

THEME : "TRUE COLORS"

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MAY 9th - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session #83 | LET'S GET IT ON!!! | TEAM LAKAY | MMA | Full-Contact Sports | PH

#IanBernardez

#LitoAdiwang

#Edward Kelly

#Sports #MMA #TeamLakay 

Are you brave enough to challenge our upcoming guests? We're going to feature Team Lakay, officially known as the Lakay MMA Top Team, on the next session of Boring Mondays. They are going to discuss the training and commitment that goes into learning how to fight as a mixed martial artist. If this is the type of sports you're into or if you're planning to enroll your kids to learn self-discipline, here's your chance to ask about the in and outs of this sport. 

Join me with the team on Monday, May 2nd, 2022 7:30PM (Philippines Standard Time) as we talk with our guests Ian Bernardez, Lito Adiwang & Edward Kelly of Team Lakay and learn more about this awesome sport.

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 82 | BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!! | HENRY'S CAMERA | The Shop Series  

#camerashop #henryscamera #TheShopSeries

www.henryscameraphoto.com

We're so used to watching or reading about the photographer, the artist, or the photography groups and creatives but I think it's time we put the photography business bigwigs on center stage. I don't exactly have any idea how this show will go because my purpose isn't about marketing but more like getting to know the shop owners who have provided many of us with our gears and other necessities to do well in this industry.

So, we're starting another series on Boring Mondays. "BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!" The Shop Series but, like I said, it will not solely be about what the shops offer; it will also be about their running a business, the ups and downs, especially after COVID-19. I think it's also time to accommodate them in this show so they can have a dialogue with their patrons and for us to let them know why they make this hobby a lot more fun for us. 

We've asked the owners of Henry's Cameras to sit with us. As you very well know, Henry's Camera has been around since 1980 in Quiapo, Manila. The electronic and photography equipment store offers wide-ranging brands both superior and affordable - fit for any budget. That's why they are the go-to shop for many photographers. 

Join us for our inaugural episode of "BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!" THE SHOP SERIES #1 with me and my co-hosts on APRIL 25, 2022 - 7:30PM (Philippine Standard Time) 

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP21): JO AVILA | MISTER KODAKER | Professional Photographer | Instructor | PH

#JoAvila #MrKodaker #Instructor

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RECAP from last night's show:

Jo Avila opened up to us about his beginnings and experiences as a photographer but he also regaled us with stories about his life, his passion, and his bout with COVID in March 2020. 

Here are 7 things we learned about him:

1. His father pushed him to be a lawyer since he started school. It was not what he wanted to pursue but he would sit in the photography classes at Ateneo, even if these weren't his electives.

2. One of the photography teachers noticed him and gave him his first job in a studio after he graduated. His father didn't like this, moreso when his father learned that one of Jo's duties was to sweep the floor. Jo, however, fell in love with his job on Day 1. The opportunities came when Jo would sub for the main photographer. 

3. As his career flourished, with bookings left and right, Jo realized that he lost a lot of time with his family. Now, he has decided to scale back on work to pour more time with the people he loves. 

4. It's his first time to talk about his brush with COVID in a video interview. In March 2020, no hospital accepted him in Metro Manila. He had to be transported to Sta. Rosa Laguna. Learn more about his fight and recovery in this episode. 

5. His most prized possession? A Nintendo Switch. 

6. He learned his first lesson in photography from Sesame Street: the worst photo to shoot is a cow eating grass. If you'd like to know why this is a bad photo, watch this interview.

7. He also explained the origins of his famous forum name "Mister Kodaker" and his unique email address: pinakamagalingako@gmail.com --- listen to his story.

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Our next featured guest on PARC Here Live is none other than Jo Avila. His name was already prominent as a teacher of photography, post processing and color management when I started photography. 

I could say that he's one of those who made Photography easy to grasp. He knows many of the secrets of photo-editing and he is someone I look up to when it comes to skills and technique.

A fellow techie, gamer, and geek in terms of technology, Jo is also a product endorser and before influencers were born, he was already there, testing, using and recommending the products that he uses himself.

He's also a COVID-19 survivor during the first wave and was saved by early intervention. Following this experience, he has undergone a lifestyle change to improve his health and we shall find out how he’s incorporating these changes to his work and other activities. 

Join us as we chat and get to know more about JO AVILA on "MR. KODAKER" our next session on PARC Here Live, on APRIL 20, 2022 WEDNESDAY, 8:30PM (Philippine Standard Time)

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 81 | THE CLUB SERIES | On The Spotlight:  AYALA ALABANG CAMERA CLUB

#cameraclub #photographygroup #Manila

To continue with our Club Series (6th), we've asked the members of the Ayala Alabang Camera Club (AACC) to join us for Boring Mondays Session #81. 

AACC was established in the late 1990s among neighbors of Ayala Alabang Village who have a shared passion for photography. Over the years, AACC has expanded as a non-profit organization where members give back to the community. 

Today, the group has more than 70 active members who are residing within, around, and beyond Ayala Alabang Village. We have invited Aly Reyes, Atty. Carlo Ybanez, Rhoneil Cousart & Arch. Lian Cayco to sit down with us to discuss the group's history, formation, activities, accolades, advocacy, and future plans (vision and goals). 

* The Club Series aims to shine the spotlight on groups to help photographer-hobbyists and enthusiasts discover the joys and challenges of being part of a club.

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APRIL 18, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 80 | THE GREAT ESCAPE | 4x4 Off-Road | SUV | JEEP | Campers | Adventure 

#OffRoad #4x4 #HOBBY

Now that restrictions are easing off, are you planning a brief escape away from the city? Our next guests are fond of taking their trips up a notch by going on off-road adventures with their 4x4 vehicles. Yes, we're discussing off-road camping on the next episode of Boring Mondays!

How comfortable or thrilling are off-road campers and is it luxurious to maintain? Where have their 4x4s taken them? Let's learn more about this hobby from our guests: JEROME APOSTOL, JERICKSON CARLOS, & ARIS CUEVAS.

Join us for this exciting episode on ARPIL 11, 2022 with my co-hosts.

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 78 | SUPERBIKES | Hobby | Collection | Ducati, BMW, Harley-Davidsons & More

#MOTORBIKES #SPORTSBIKES #HOBBY

We're hitting the brakes on photography talk in the upcoming session of Boring Mondays. Ever planned to own a Ducati, BMW, Aprilia, Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Indian, KTM, Royal Enfield, and other well-known brands? This time, we're revving up with well-experienced big bikers, super bikers, and sports bikers who will talk about the thrill of their hobby. 

What matters most -- the ride or the rider's skill? Did they train for this? Should someone have the money to get into this? How did they get their wives/partners' permission to pursue this hobby? What are their best tips to avoid becoming a "KAMOTE RIDER"? 

Join us on March 28, 2022, with our guests Dennis Belen, Jerome Apostol, Donny Elviña & Lito Sy as we discuss toys for the big boys -- SESSION 78 "SUPERBIKES"

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 77 | LANDSCAPE | Astrophotography | Panorama | Travel | Nature & More

#NATURE #COLORS #LANDSCAPE

After the Faces Series and the Club Series, we're launching our Landscape Series on Boring Mondays. Right away, we're bringing in the Big Guns in the field of Philippine Landscape Photography: Edwin Martinez, Raymond Tesoro Cruz, Cris Magsino, & Fitz Borre

Landscape photography is a widely appreciated genre but it takes more than breathtaking views or awe-inspiring sceneries to come up with that perfect shot. Who better to tell us how to do landscape the right way than the guests we look up to, who will discuss the tricks of their trade and give us inputs and pointers when going to this field.

So, join us for Session #77 of our Landscape Series with our awesome guests and my co-hosts this MARCH 21, 2022 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP20): NOLI C. GABILO | ISLANDER | Professional Location Photographer | PRO | PH

#Travel #Batanes #NoliGabilo

RECAP:

It's my first time to ever talk at length with Noli. I'm grateful he has agreed to sit with us on Parc Here because I got to experience how much he's an excellent storyteller.

Here are 7 things I've learned from Noli:

1. Since childhood, Noli has been exposed to the traditional and simple way of life, bearing the Ibatan values and traditions he grew up within Batanes.

2. His childhood and his environment have instilled and nurtured his adventurous side. In his younger years, you could say that he's someone like Indiana Jones, an undaunted, fearless, and diligent explorer.

3. And yet, in his 70s, Noli is still busy traveling and going on adventures. In fact, on the day of his interview with us, he just arrived from another travel. He has visited 90% of the Philipines but he has not yet been to Bohol. (Someone must bring him there!) He has an extensive collection of travel mementos because he makes sure to have a trinket or two of every visit. He also has a collection of fishing rods, which I think should be another full episode for discussion and show and tell later on.

4. He has five decades of experience in photography and is still as active and as sharp as the year he started. As a photography teacher, he said that he's happiest when he sees his students grow and develop.

5. He is an advocate for the environment and the local heritage of native cultures. As a kid, his elders taught him how to read the stars; to be in tune with nature, which somehow reminds me of the distinct skills of our fathers and ancestors. Despite this, he's not afraid to adapt to modern resources.

6. Some two decades ago, he was supposed to on a trip but he gave up his airplane seat for a government official. Unfortunately for the passengers, that plane crashed. So, every April, he commemorates the accident, as a reminder that he needs to continue doing something good in his life.

7. He cannot be boxed into a single type of photographer. His talent is diverse as he has done advertising photography, travel, documentary, birding, and underwater. He's like a Swiss-knife -- all-around and very useful.

So, I'm asking you to watch or listen to our chat with Noli on Parc Here Live!

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Noli C. Gabilo is a Batanes-born documentary and landscape photographer. His work gave him the opportunity to see the beauty of the Philippines, cultivating a deeper love and appreciation for the scenery and the Filipino culture. It was also his photographs in the '70s and '80s that gave his hometown the world-class recognition it deserves in various magazines and books.

This photographer wants his work to inspire people to become stewards of God's gifts. A life-changing incident prompted him to share his knowledge and gifts by conducting workshops on training the eye to see an artistic angle.

Let's unwrap the man behind his beautiful pictures. Join us for a one-on-one interview with Noli Gabilo on MARCH 19th, 2022 with my co-host Rommel Marcelo & Marc Angelo Alejandro on PARC HERE LIVE! Episode 20 titled "ISLANDER".

MARCH 19th, 2022 - SATURDAY 8:30PM (PHILIPPINES STANDARD TIME)

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 76 | THE CLUB SERIES | On The Spotlight:  ZONE V CAMERA CLUB

#cameraclub #photographygroup #Manila

We welcome Zone V Camera Club for The Club Series installment #5! Another long-standing photography organization in the Philippines, Zone V Camera Club was established in 1978 in the studio of professional photographer Vic Valenciano, the father of Gary V. 

For over four decades, Zone V members have been consistently active in exhibits, contests and worthwhile projects that showcased the talents of the group. Not even the 2020 lockdowns slowed down the members, as they transitioned to online club activities. 

We're thrilled that they have obliged us with this panel interview for Boring Mondays Session #76  Join us on March 14, 2022 as we explore and get know Zone V Camera Club and its officers & members, our guests, Angelo "Angie" Amistoso, Cynthia "Cha" Pagdilao, Bern Wong, Jeff Dytuco & Manny Inumerable.

* The Club Series aims to shine the spotlight on groups to help photographer-hobbyists and enthusiasts discover the joys and challenges of being part of a club.

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MARCH 14, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 74  DIVE! DIVE! DIVE! | Scuba Diving | Deep Sea | Open Water | PADI | Hobby

#SCUBADIVING #DIVING #PADI

You know what's coming up soon? A chance to enjoy the sunshine, sandy beaches, and the salty water of the ocean! Since summer is right around the corner, we thought of asking some photographer-hobbyists, who are licensed Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), to open our eyes to another world underwater. 

If you're curious about diving or if you're planning to try diving this summer, listen and learn from our guests NEIL V. CASTAÑO (PADI IDC Staff Instructor / CMAS Scuba Instructor) VINCENT MARTINEZ (PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor).

Dive in with the Boring Mondays Crew and our guest for Session #74 titled Dive! Dive! Dive!

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FEBRUARY 28, 2022 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 73 | FACES 3.2 | Portraiture | Lighting | Fashion | Glamour | Art & More

#PORTRAITS #PORTRAITURE #FACES

Another batch of guests are returning for Boring Mondays this FEBRUARY 21, 2022. Since we failed to exhaust our conversation for Faces 3 ( https://youtu.be/Cxk7F_yu2Rc ), we're bringing Faces 3.2, a jam-packed powerhouse roundtable of wedding, portraiture, fashion and glamour photographers. Get ready with your questions as Jiggie Alejandrino, Borj Meneses, Dee Asuncion, & Don Jose Romulo Davies will talk about the secrets of their craft and other things you need to know if you want to pursue this line of work. 

Join me and my co-hosts for SESSION #73 this FEBRUARY 21, 2022 , 7:30PM (Philippine Standard Time). We'll also have another guest co-hosts Richard Evangelista Gatmaitan who was in our Faces 2 panel. This will be another fun and informative night!

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FEBRUARY 21, 2022 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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Previous FACES Session:

FACES I  : https://youtu.be/wEem5CPiizU 

(MANNY LIBRODO, MARICIS FABI-CARLOS, JOE MALICDEM, IBARRA DERI & RAYMUND ISAAC) 

FACES II : https://youtu.be/65HjM-5uGbc 

(MS. PILAR T. BONNIN, JOE MALICDEM, DONELL GUMIRAN,  & RICHARD EVANGELISTA GATMAITAN)

FACES III : https://youtu.be/Cxk7F_yu2Rc

(JIGGIE ALEJANDRINO, BORJ MENESES, DEE ASUNCION, & DON JOSE ROMULO DAVIES)

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 71 | THE CLUB SERIES | FRAMED SHOTS CAMERA CLUB | Club Of The Year 2021 PWC

The Club Series : 4th installment

#cameraclub #photographygroup #Manila

Boring Mondays' 4th installment of The Club Series will feature none other than the 2021 PhotoWorld Cup Club of the Year: Framed Shots Camera Club! Established since 1994 in Fort Santiago (hence the initials FS), the group has thrived with much success amid the highs and lows of managing and keeping an active camera club together.

We've invited: Carlo Zamora, Chito Cleofas, Atty. Sam Asia, Atty. Tess Trinidad , Lea Ricolcol & Edwin Loyola to discuss the club's beginnings, issues and its resolutions, recognitions and milestones -- including their consistent top standing at the PhotoWorld Cup -- and the exciting things they have planned for the future. 

Join me on FEBRUARY 07,2022 with my co-hosts Macky, Rommel & Ga as we chat with the talented founders, officers & members of the Framed Shots Camera Club.

* The Club Series aims to shine the spotlight on groups to help photographer-hobbyists and enthusiasts discover the joys and challenges of being part of a club.

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FEBRUARY 07, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 70 | THE TOWN HALL | Guest Model Of The Month: JANNY MEDINA | Team Talk

#TheTownHall #TeamTalk #RandomTalk

Philippines' Next Top Model

Hooray, it's our 70th session! It's another Town Hall, where we tackle different issues for the week and talk about anything and nothing in particular. However, someone will be sitting with us -- a professional model who will talk about how she got her start in her career and share some tips for aspiring models. Our GUEST MODEL OF THE MONTH (GMOTM) is our friend Janny Medina. 

So, join me and the whole Boring Mondays Crew for another night of random topics & craziness!

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JANUARY 31, 2022 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session | THE CLUB SERIES | On The Spotlight: CAMERA CLUB OF THE PHILIPPINES - CCP

#cameraclub #photographygroup #Manila

Continuing with our Club Series on Boring Mondays....we are honored to sit down with our third invited group, perhaps the oldest photography club in Southeast Asia: CAMERA CLUB OF THE PHILIPPINES, founded in 1928. 

This prestigious club with high-profile members has a very strict selection process and their goal is to hone talents who are a cut above the rest. With 42 lifetime members, four honorary members, and less than 100 regular members, some of whom are big names in other industries, CCP also promotes Philippine tourism, heritage, and environmental conservation as part of its advocacy. 

Please join us for a chat with CCP officers & members on JANUARY 24, 2022 - 7:30 PM: Guests: Garrick L. Ang, Roberto B. Sison, Jaime Cumagun, Patrick L. Uy & Annabelle Casiño Chavez

* The Club Series aims to shine the spotlight on groups to help photographer-hobbyists and enthusiasts discover the joys and challenges of being part of a club.

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JANUARY 24, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP19): ADOR G. PAMINTUAN | ANG GURO | Photography Instructor | FPPF | Education PH

#Instructor #Education #AdorPamintuan 

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Anyone who watched our interview with Ka Ador on PARC Here Live last January 22, 2022 will get a real sense that his passion is in teaching photography. Here are more things we learned about Ador:

1. He maintains the mantra that there is always room to learn, whether it's from your own colleagues or your students. As a teacher, he went the extra mile and made the effort to learn how every camera gear he could get his hands on, regardless of model and brand, so he could be ready with answers in case his students have technical questions.

2. Teaching photography was not in his plans after college. His parents wanted him to be a civil engineer and one of the first jobs he ended up with was for an airline company. In his travels, Ador realized that he should have documented his trips using a camera. A friend gifted him with one and that started the ball rolling for his journey into photography.

3. He is a self-taught photographer and learned the techniques by reading. He got his foot at the door as a photography teacher through the invitation of a friend. Over the years, he developed his skill and knowledge by learning to adapt to different concepts and styles. He didn't have a hard time switching to digital photography, which was slowly becoming the norm.

4. Ador didn't pursue other fields of photography, such as advertising or travel, because he found his calling in teaching.

5. He is cool about criticisms and said that it is part of learning. Fellow photographers have to learn to accept that analysis of their work will always happen.

6. His joys in life are very simple: it's his family. He's also a very practical person when it comes to passion vs income. He believes that you can still do what you love but then earn and save money from it, especially if you have a family to support.

Watch the full interview for more about Ka Ador G. Pamintuan.

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Our next guest on PARC Here Live is Sir Ador G. Pamintuan, who has been in the industry for over two decades. He is one of the inspiring mentors of the Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation ( FPPF ), conducting basic photography classes especially for beginners. Let's get to know him together and find out where he draws his inspiration in teaching and fueling his passion for photography. 

Come and watch this special session with SIR ADOR as he chats with us on PARC HERE LIVE on JANUARY 22nd, 2022 - SATURDAY 8:30PM (PHILIPPINES STANDARD TIME)

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 68 | THE DOCTOR IS IN | Live Consultation | Advice | Safety | Health | DOH

#Pandemic #Virus #Covid19

Alpha. Delta. Omicron. Too many variants, too much information, and changes in protocols, on top of the misinformation on social media. As we enter the third year of the pandemic, we invited a doctor, who has been treating COVID-19 patients, to shed light on the COVID-19, Year 3. Since the virus is close to home and spreading fast, what should we do to protect ourselves and our families? This is your chance to consult for free!

So, join me and my co-hosts with our guest, DR. TONI ROSE LAMATA-PORRAS, RMT, MD, DPSP, on this special public service episode of Boring Mondays.

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JANUARY 17th, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 67 | FACES 3 | Portraiture | Fashion | Glamour | Art & More | PH

#PORTRAITS #PORTRAITURE #FACES

Here's our third batch of well-known portrait artists, wedding, glamour, and fashion photographers, and mentors for the FACES 3 series on Boring Mondays Session #67

We've asked these accomplished creatives to spend their night with us to talk about their work, how they excelled in their craft, and how they eventually established their name in the industry. 

Stick with me and my Boring Mondays co-host Rommel, Macky, Phey, Ga Marts & Doc Franco and help us welcome our guests with JIGGIE ALEJANDRINO, BORJ MENESES, DEE ASUNCION, & DON JOSE ROMULO DAVIES on JANUARY 10th, 2022.

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Previous Session:

FACES I: https://youtu.be/wEem5CPiizU 

(MANNY LIBRODO, MARICIS FABI-CARLOS, JOE MALICDEM, IBARRA DERI & RAYMUND ISAAC) 

FACES II: https://youtu.be/65HjM-5uGbc 

(MS. PILAR T. BONNIN, JOE MALICDEM, DONELL GUMIRAN,  & RICHARD EVANGELISTA GATMAITAN)

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 66 | THE TOWN HALL | KICK-OFF 2022 | Team Talk | Anything Under The Sun

#TheTownHall #TeamTalk #RandomTalk

Happy New Year! We're doing another Town Hall to welcome 2022 and we'll discuss expectations, plans and new ideas. As with every Town Hall, anything goes in the conversation. So, join us for another fun night with the whole Boring Mondays Crew. 

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JANUARY 03, 2022 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP18): ROSSCAPILI | ANG OBRA MAESTRA | Visual Artist | Painting | Art | Philippines

#VisualArtist #Painting #Rosscapili 

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After so many years, I finally got to catch up with one of the people who paved the way for me and many other creatives on our path to photography or the arts. Rosscapili has helped so many of us and we learned more about a different side to this well-known artist during our one-on-one chat on PARC HERE LIVE. Here's just some of what he shared to us about his life. 

1. He came from humble beginnings. This gave him the drive to set and, more importantly, achieve goals that would make all of his sacrifices worthwhile. Persistency is in his bones, to the point of stubbornness, and he saw the limitations he faced as challenges to overcome, not barriers. In his struggles, he never let the put-downs or  criticisms affect is output. 

2. He made helping out other struggling artists an advocacy. As much as possible, Ross doesn't want other artists to go through what he has been through so he gives a lot of creatives the break they need, especially when he sees their potential. He doesn't just look for someone "good." He supports creatives with unique talents.

3. He's not afraid to explore. He believes that creatives aren't supposed to limit themselves as there will always be something to try. He also explained the value of an art and how it can appreciate and could potentially become an expensive collector's item. He talked about why artists and photographers should give value to their work by printing and signing these, and not just keeping it stored in a hard disk because you'll never know! 

4. At the core of his focus is his family. He balances everything he has done in the hopes of giving his family the life and comforts they deserve. He's an artist and mentor to others, but he is a husband and father first and foremost. 

If you'd like to know more about Ross, watch our interview on PARC Here.

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Joining us on PARC Here Live! for December is none other than the esteemed visual artist, Ross Capili. He was the first person in the arts to give newcomers like me a break. During our time, his OWG Art Gallery in Makati was where we got to showcase our work. I remember he used to host a weekly get-together for photographers there, and that's where we were able to build long-lasting ties. 

I'm delighted that he granted our invitation for this special interview, to catch up with an old friend who has contributed a lot to this industry. Here's your chance to get to know the artist, the arts advocate, and the champion of the creatives.

Tune in on December 30th, 2021 as we welcome Ross Capili "ROSSCAPILI" on PARC HERE LIVE! Episode 18 "And Obra Maestra".

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 65 | BUHAY PINOY | Filipino Photographers | Living & Working Abroad | PH

#PinoyAko #Abroad #PinoyPhographer

Our final session for Boring Mondays 2021 is about Buhay Pinoy. We're going to talk to some friends who are spending the holidays away from their families -- which is already part of a Filipino's lifestyle. We will also discover what they like/dislike about life abroad, and what they miss the most about their hometown.

Join us and our guests Madeline Arenas (Cubrix Photography), Edwin S. Loyola, Ericson Matias & Timothy John Cachero as we talk about the joys and pains of being a Pinoy in a foreign land.

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DECEMBER 27, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 63 | THE CLUB SERIES | On The Spotlight : TEAM P.C.C. | Cebu | PH

#cameraclub #photographygroup #CEBU

We're on our second feature of THE CLUB SERIES with our guests from TEAM PCC of Cebu, a consistent top ranker in the annual PWC - Photo World Cup Manila. As with our previous guests, we'll be getting to know the people behind the club and their style of managing the group, as well as their club history. Since we're closing the year, we'll also ask them about their goals and visions for next year. 

Our aim for this series is to shine the spotlight so that photographer-hobbyists and enthusiasts may find out the joys and challenges of being part of a club. 

Join us on Boring Mondays Session 63, with our guests: Reginald de Guia, Rey Magale, Nonoy Landar & Cel Palaganas of TEAM PCC.

Next year, we'll be putting up more clubs on the spotlight. So, if you want to be featured, please let us know so we can arrange it.

** CLUBS TO BE FEATURED ARE NOT BASED ON RANKING BUT THE AVAILABILITY OF THE GUESTS.

ABOUT THE SERIES:

We're rolling out the first of a series of sit-downs with Filipino Camera Clubs both local and abroad. Our aim is to shine the spotlight so that photographer-hobbyists and enthusiasts may find out the joys and challenges of being part of a club. 

Our panel of guests this week on Boring Mondays will discuss their club's history, foundation, objectives, and goals, and we'll also let them share some tips in picking out the right club to join. Hopefully, they will be able to bring a lot of insights into how photography clubs have been the training for a lot of accomplished Pinoy photographers. 

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DECEMBER 13, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 61 | THE CLUB SERIES | On The Spotlight : IMAGES CAMERA CLUB of Cebu | PH

#cameraclub #photographygroup #CEBU

We're rolling out the first of a series of sit-downs with Filipino Camera Clubs both local and abroad. Our aim is to shine the spotlight so that photographer-hobbyists and enthusiasts may find out the joys and challenges of being part of a club. 

Our panel of guests this week on Boring Mondays will discuss their club's history, foundation, objectives, and goals, and we'll also let them share some tips in picking out the right club to join. Hopefully, they will be able to bring a lot of insights into how photography clubs have been the training for a lot of accomplished Pinoy photographers. 

Join us on Boring Mondays, Session #61, with our guests: Ted Madamba, Carlito “Kangkang” Felicen, Erwin Lim & Sidney Dyguani of IMAGES CAMERA CLUB of CEBU. 

The IMAGES CAMERA CLUB of CEBU will be our debut session about this topic. Next year, we'll be putting up more clubs on the spotlight. So, if you want to be featured, please let us know so we can arrange it.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 60 | SHOW ME YOUR 😁 | Usapang Ngipin | Consultation | Dental Myths & More.

#Dentist #Medical #Teeth

Many people do not like going to the dentist but our guests for Boring Mondays Session 60 will talk to us about why dental health is just as important as other aspects of wellness. They are going to tackle myths, provide very basic consultation, and give advice on how we should take care of our teeth. And as a bonus, some of them are also into photography as a hobby!

Join us on November 22, 2021 with our guests Lala Tammang Dmd, Daniel Leon Elep Mozaffari Dmd, Wilmart Marte Labriaga Dmd, Xean Evans Dmd, & Franco-Amour Flores Basa Dmd.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP17): VIC SISON | LOW KEY | Portrait | Artist | Painter | Mentor | Professional PH

#PROPHOTOGRAPHER #ARTIST #VICSISON 

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It has been a first-rate discussion with a man who's quite elusive about shining the spotlight on himself. We've finally unwrap some facets of Vic Sison, one of the outstanding photographers we know. Here are seven things we discussed and uncovered about him: 

1. He delved into "Paintography" long before digital art came to be. As a painter inspired by Amorsolo, Vic's venture into the arts did not fully satisfy his creative drive. So, he decided to include photography as the missing formula in his works. In combining both, where he actually paints over his photographs -- think "old school" Photoshop -- Vic was able to find the perfect medium for him,

2. For Vic, "Teaching is learning twice," which means that, even as he's the instructor, he's also learning from his students. Though he acknowledged adapting too late with technology, to get on with the trends, he has his striking opinions about how this adaptation affected his work.

3. Vic's happiness is centered on his friends and as much as he is rarely marketing himself, he loves to know that people appreciate what he does. He's equally stimulated when people wonder and analyze his art. 

4. He doesn't want to box himself in one genre and would instead want his output to speak for itself. Blowing his own trumpet is not his cup of tea. 

5. Listen to him share a story about a cool place in Hidalgo that will remind people of Diagon Alley in Harry Potter. He and his friends call this "Ang Gubat." 

6. Vic talked about his respect for photojourns who mutually reciprocate their appreciation for his work. During his heydey, there was healthy competition and the support system was different.

7. He named the people who were part of his success, including the 12 apostles.

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A Portraits Artist, Photographer, Painter and FPPF Lecturer for many years.

We've been obliged by one of the country's well-respected photographers and we're eager to have him in the next episode of PARC HERE because he's quite the low profile powerhouse. It will be interesting to unpack who Victor Vic Sison is during our chat as I'm sure his many admirers would love to know facets about about his life and work as a painter, portrait artist and teacher. Despite his low key presence in the online world, Vic is one of the big wheels of the FPPF. As a lecturer for many years, he has influenced and motivated many photographers who went on to make a name for themselves. 

Come and watch this special session with VIC SISON as he chats with me on PARC HERE on NOVEMBER 20, 2021, Saturday 8:30PM (Philippines Standard Time)

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 59 | PROUD PINOY | Filipino Photographer | Photo Competitions | Philippines

#Pinoy #Artist #Competitions

We're tackling another discussion about photo competitions and this time, we're going to ask a resource person whom you may have infrequently come across in mainstream news. However, he belongs to a special category of photographers who have brought pride for the country. For years, he has been the Philippine Team Leader for the World Photographic Cup, a prestigious, one-of-a-kind international competition. He has a very long list of accomplishments, dating back almost 20 years, including a 9-time Ani ng Dangal presidential recognition from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA). 

This is your chance to ask about the ins and outs of photo competitions from someone who has been through the most fulfilling journey. Boring Mondays welcomes Jophel Botero Ybiosa on November 15, 2021 and we're inviting you to join us and have a free-flowing gab with our Pinoy pride!

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 58 | TOY TOK | Toy Photography | Collection | Hobby | Business | Anime Talk

#TOY #ANIME #Collection

We're launching the first of our series of chats about hobbies and for our inaugural sessions, we've asked toy collectors and toy photographers to share what they love about action figures, how they got into collecting and what's the payback? What makes toys such interesting "models" for photoshoots? 

Playing with us for this session are RICHARD GATMAITAN, JM LAZATIN & MICHAEL BACTAD. Join me and my team on Boring Mondays Session #58 on November 8, 2021.

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NOVEMBER 08, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 56 | FOOD ATBP. | Food Talk | Restaurant | Blogging | Business | Kitchen 

#Food #Nomnom #Professionals 

We'll tackle the last part of our food series in the next session of Boring Mondays with photographers whose other passion is related to food. We have a couple of food-related small business owners, a food blogger, and a partner of a photographer in their food venture. Because we all love food, IT SEEMS the easiest business to get into but our guests will share the pros and cons of their specific food niche. 

Join our guests Chef Ïsï Läürëänö ( Eat Matters ), Abby Cruz ( Momi Bigbig's Kitchen ), Azrael Coladilla (Azrael's Merryland Blog) & Jon Agner ( Living Room Diner / Eleazar Farm ) and with the Boring Mondays Crew:

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OCTOBER 25th, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 55 | TIME OUT! | SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY | Golf, Soccer, Biking, Baseball & More

#Sports #SportsPhotography #Professionals 

Sports photography is a specialized field, requiring the proper gear and mastering the techniques so the photographer can get THAT money shot. Those who are in this field also soak up a different kind of discipline and expertise, much like the sportspeople and the games they cover. 

We've invited a panel of accredited and seasoned sports photographers who can anticipate hot moments before they even happen on the sports arena. Let's talk about their experiences and learn a few tips. How do they stay ahead of the competition and get the shots that stand out? 

Join me and my team and our guests COACH DANI BAUTISTA, MARTY ILAGAN, ANTON SHEKER, MYMY ALAGABAN & ISA HALAMANI on OCTOBER 18, 2021 for our coverage on sports photography.

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OCTOBER 18th, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 54 | WHAT'S COOKING? | Food, Business, Hobby, Branding, Social Media & More.

#Food #Nomnom #Business

We've got lots food to talk about on the next Boring Mondays session because we invited guests who are actively in the food business (full-time, part-time or sideline) and who belong to a network of passionate purveyors. They shifted their businesses to adapt to the new normal and we want to know what they did to establish themselves, before and during the pandemic, to help viewers like you gain insights and encouragement to start your own food business. 

Join me and my co-host Macky, Martin, Rommel, Phey & Paloma in welcoming our guests CHEF ISI LAUREANO, DAVE CERVANTES & TYN REYNA to Boring Mondays Session #54 October 11th 2021.

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OCTOBER 11th, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 53 | SIBLINGS | Photography | Profession | Hobby  | Family Talk & More

#Professional #Family #Siblings

It's common for siblings to be in the same industry or profession but does this take a toll on them? We've invited siblings who are active in photography on our next Boring Mondays session and we'll find out how much of their relationship is support vs competition. What is it really like to have family in your niche? 

Join us for our sit-down with JAM MANGALINDAN-RAMOS, JUNNA MANGALINDAN, CRIS MAGSINO & WIN MAGSINO on OCTOBER 4th, 2021.

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OCTOBER 4th, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP16): JAY TABLANTE | "BAZINGA!" | Fashion | Glamour | Cosplay | Advertising | PRO

#PROPHOTOGRAPHER #COSPLAY #JAYTABLANTE

I consider Jay Tablante as my contemporary in this business and as our paths have crossed over the years, the Jay who sat down with us for a chat on PARC HERE LIVE last night has definitely evolved in his style and views in life. Commendably, he has become more creative, focused, involved, mature and fun...but here are 6 more things we learned from that chat:

1. His creativity, driven by his desire for perfection and attention to detail, all started with a gift from his dad, his one toy as a kid: a set of LEGO. 

2. He will be bold enough to scratch or stop a project if he finds that it doesn't meet his level of expectation. He is his own worst critique.

3. As a self-confessed geek, whose into comics and video games, Jay prefers Marvel over DC because the characters are "already damaged." His favorite is X-Men because it tackled issues like racism before the fight against racism became a "woke" advocacy.

4. July is his sacred period, the only month in the year when he doesn't work. That's when he attends the widely popular Comic-Con event in San Diego to feed his love for all things geeky and bring out the kid in him.

5. He seeks inner peace and mental focus by practicing Jiu-Jitsu. It has done wonders for his physical health and well-being.

6. He is a true storyteller - perceptive and intuitive. He shared a bunch of great quotes and mantra with us, which he applies in his life.

To hear these quotes and to learn more of Jay's unabashed and authentic side, click on this video to watch.

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Before photography, Jay Tablante's career goals were focused on IT and I don't believe he'd mind if we describe him as the ultimate geek. It's this side of him that set the path to the kind of work he's most likely known for: no one does Cosplay Photography as good as Jay! 

However, he's also exceptionally good in fashion photography -- shooting lingerie models, celebrities and brands. How influential is his geeky side in his output? Does this factor into the level of execution of his work? There are plenty of good photographers in this country but Jay stands out distinctively -- does he have a formula?

Let's all find out together when he sits down with us on PARC HERE LIVE Episode #16 on October 2nd 2021.

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 52 | FACES 2 | Portraiture | Emotions | Human Interest | Art & More | PH

#PORTRAITS #PORTRAITURE #FACES

We're featuring the second batch of talented portraits artist and instructors, as well as internally recognized fashion and visual creatives for FACES 2 in the next session of Boring Mondays Session #52

Following our sit-down with Maricis Fabi-Carlos, Manny Librodo, Ibarra Deri & the late Raymund Isaac (for Part 1 in May 2021), we've invited these distinctive individuals to share their work experiences, stories and truths about the industry. 

Join us for a worthwhile and amusing discussion with our amazing panel of guests MS. PILAR T. BONNIN, JOE MALICDEM, DONELL GUMIRAN,  & RICHARD EVANGELISTA GATMAITAN on SEPTEMBER  27th, 2021.

SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  http://youtu.be/65HjM-5uGbc

SEPTEMBER  27th, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/parccruz

YouTube LIVE : http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE

Twitter LIVE : https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz

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SPECIAL EPISODE (EP15): BIEN S. BAUTISTA | "Está Muy BIEN" | Visual Artist | Pro Photographer | PH

#PROPHOTOGRAPHER #ARTIST #BIENBAUTISTA

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Asking Bien Bautista to sit down with us was a shot in the dark because he's private and doesn't want the spotlight but we were thrilled that he didn't turn our invitation down. Here are seven things we learned from him: 

1. He's a humble person, a reticent individual who would rather shine inconspicuously. Despite his highbrow social circle, he is low profile. He lets his work speak for itself.

2. Though he may appear introverted, he loves to crack jokes and likes to create a fun mood.

3. He's very passionate about the craft but wouldn't want to be a associated to a certain style of photography. He likes to create something that he knows his friends and colleagues will appreciate. 

4. One of the true artists of his generation, Bien is not afraid to experiment on concepts and doesn't shy away from asking if he's curious about someone else's work. 

5. He values equal time with his family and work, especially since his wife handles the business side of photography. They bond over his wife's love for Korean movies, which has filled up their Netflix queues. This has left him no choice because he enables what his wife loves. 

6. The couple might be working on another book or exhibit from the materials he worked on during the pandemic. 

7. He approaches life, problems and relationships with a stripped-down view of the world -- not fussy and harmonious -- because life should be fun.

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If you're looking for a level of greatness to aspire for, as an artist / professional photographer, I'd say that you should go for the highest standard and be like the next Bien S. Bautista. For me, he's right up there with the pillars of the creative industry. If there's such a group of "high-born" Filipino photographers, Bien would be part of it.

If you take time to browse some of his work online or purchase his photography books, then you'll understand the brilliance of his artistry. But never one for creating much buzz, noise, or controversy around his name, Bien is quite the soft-spoken, fun and funny guy in person. I thought we're going to have a hard time convincing him to sit with us for a in-depth discussion on PARC Here but he was actually game for it -- a testament to his approachable personality despite his status.

So, join us on Saturday, September 25th 2021, 8:30PM (Philippine Standard Time). It's high time we unveil who is Bien behind the camera in "Está Muy BIEN" (It's very nice).

SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  

FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/parccruz & http://www.facebook.com/PARCHERE

YouTube LIVE : http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE

Check out our past episodes here: 

http://www.youtube.com/c/PARCHERE/playlists

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BORING MONDAYS | Session 48 | STRUM | Photography, Guitar, Recording, Live Stream, Jamming & More

#Musician #Artist #Guitar

It's going to be a jamming session on this week's Boring Mondays Session #48 with our band of photographers who will showcase and talk about their musical talent. We'll discuss how hard or easy it is to learn playing an instrument and they might indulge us strum a few songs on their guitar. Will we discover if they have original compositions? What type of guitars suits them? How do they do personal recording & editing? Knowing their audio chain and more. 

GUESTS: Jefferson Geronimo, Phey Palma, Ramon Ren Calderon & Humprey Cogay

Join us on AUGUST 30, 2021 for this musical session -- a kickoff of our planned future episodes about photographers and their other talents.

AUGUST 30, 2021 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time

SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON: http://youtu.be/5HmOMpULPYY

FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/parccruz

YouTube LIVE : http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE

Twitter LIVE : http://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz

Host : Parc Cruz

Co-Hosts : Rommel Marcelo , Marc Angelo Alejandro, Ga Marts, Ralph Laurent S. Mondoy & Paloma Moon.

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