Kaamuan – A Nature Photo Exhibit by Klub Natur

August 26, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Klub Natur

presents

KAAMUAN

In its effort and commitment to instill consciousness and appreciation to preserve the Philippine natural heritage, KLUB NATUR (An Environmental and Travel Photographers’ Club), will mount its fifth major exhibit from 4 to 7 September 2008, at the SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia Bay City.

A supplemental exhibit to the 16th Construction Show Manila, KAAMUAN will showcase both conventional and avant garde photographs of nature (landscapes and seascapes, flora and fauna) that were shot and compiled from Klub Natur’s photo safari/expedition to the most remote areas and island sanctuaries in the Philippines.

Kaamuan is a Cagayenon word for nature.

Participating artist/photographers are: Allen Hipolito Mayor, Angelo Aguinaldo, Ariel B. Manzanal, Arnold B. Manzanal, Cecilia S. Angeles, Cristina R. Genteroy, Donabel Diaz, Erwin Alcantara, Gil Kirally Perez, Jinkee Reyes, Lowil Fred Espada, Ma. Rosario Pagalilauan, Nimfa M. Ursabia, Ressie Navarro, Teresa J. Herrera, Terre Virna Tanquezon, Thelma M. Tolentino, Tiffany Joan A. Toledo, Victor I. Sison, Victor G. Ursabia, and Vivian O. Hipolito.

The KAAMUAN exhibit is a cooperative effort between Klub Natur and its partners and sponsors: L.A. Ducut (event manager), Marboza Handicrafts (garden furniture provider), I C Architecture & Landscapes (official landscaper), Dubricon (garden tiles provider), and Fujifilms (official image printer).

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Big Green Sunrise Photo Exhibit by JP Alipio

August 12, 2008 By Leave a Comment

A Photo Exhibit for Cordillera Forests by JP Alipio

Opens 6:00PM August 23, 2008

Venue: Cordillera Coffee, SM Baguio

20% of the proceeds from the Exhibit will go to Padyak para sa Binhi ng Kordi for Seedlings in the Cordillera and 10% will go to Coffee Aid for the Coffee Farmers in the Mountain Region.

Drop by Dispatches from Mountain Country for more info and updates.

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Fujifilm Launches High Definition Camera

August 12, 2008 By 3 Comments

Fujifilm announces the introduction of the FinePix S2000HD, a compact and lightweight 10 megapixel digital camera with an incredible 15x optical zoom lens and HD movie recording and output.

Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD:
High performance meets High Definition
for the ultimate ‘all in one’ digital camera

The FinePix S2000HD is the first Fujifilm model to offer full compatibility with high definition television (HDTV) systems for both stills and movies. As well as capturing true HD movies (at 1280 x 720 pixels) and wide screen stills (at 1920 x 1080 pixels), the FinePix S2000HD’s HD output allows the camera to display ultra clear high definition photographs and movies on HDTV. The FinePix S2000HD comes with remote control and cable, so it’s all ready for action.

The Finepix S2000HD boast of the following:

  • 15x wide-to-tele zoom
  • Action stations
  • Face Detection Technology
  • Instant Zoom
  • Zoom Bracketing

Fujifilm’s FinePix S2000HD features at a glance:

  • HDTV stills and movie capture and HD output: Capture high-resolution images and movies in 16:9 format – perfect for viewing on High Definition screens.  The HD-S2 Accessory Kit (optional) contains the output cable and the remote controller, necessary for viewing High Definition movies and stills from the comfort of your living room.
  • 10 megapixel CCD sensor and RP Processor: High resolution capture and Fujifilm’s unrivalled image processing for richly-detailed, vibrant results, natural colours and picture-perfect skin tones.
  • 15x optical zoom with 27.6mm true wide-angle: High performance and compact Fujinon zoom lens covering an incredibly versatile 27.6-414mm range (equivalent on a 35mm camera).
  • High resolution LCD and Electronic Viewfinder: Users can choose to frame shots using the high quality electronic viewfinder or the large, bright 2.7-inch LCD screen. Both offer high resolution and fast frame rate with 60 fps.
  • Dual Image Stabilisation: Combine mechanical image stabilisation with high ISO 1600 (up to ISO 6400 at 5MP) to give perfect blur-free images
  • Dual Shot Mode: In this selectable mode, the FinePix S2000HD quickly shoots two images in rapid succession – one with the flash and one without – and saves both. This convenient function lets users perform a comparison at their convenience and select the most pleasing image.
  • High speed continuous shooting: Capture the action with continuous shooting of up to 13.5 frames per second at Max 33 frames (3 mega pixel mode).
  • Photographic control: Programmed AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual mode with extensive metering and focus options for the more advanced user.
  • Micro Thumbnail: A playback feature that allows for viewing an index-style image on the LCD. The FinePix S2000HD will show up to 100 images in micro form, then the control buttons are used to select specific images.
  • 13 Pre-programmed scene modes: The FinePix S2000HD features 13 pre-programmed scene modes that offer a one-touch setting for almost any situation, including: Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night, Fireworks, Sunset, Snow, Beach, Museum, Party, Flower, Text, Auction.
  • Selectable playback: The FinePix S2000HD features playback mode which will make searching of specific files much easier by sorting images according to how they were shot (still, continuous, and movie).
  • SD/SD-HC slot
  • Operates on 4xAA batteries

The FinePix S2000HD should be available in the market starting September 2008.

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The 2nd Canon Kadayawan sa Dabaw Photography Competition

August 12, 2008 By 2 Comments

Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc

invites you to join

The 2nd Canon Kadayawan sa Dabaw Photography Competition

Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. joins Kadayawan sa Dabaw Festival 2008 by bringing you back the Canon Kadayawan sa Dabaw Photography Competition, now on its second year.  Amazing prizes, such as digital video cameras, still cameras and printers, plus Plaques of Awrds await the top five winners.

Designed to delight always all its valued clients, this competition is made exclusive to Canon users–amateur and professional photographers from all over the country.

Participants: Canon users only

Theme: Festival and Culture

Criteria:

  • Content and Value (30%)
  • Visual Impact (30%)
  • Artistic Merit (15%)
  • Originality of Concept (15%)
  • Relevance (10%)

Important schedules and information are as follows:

  • Registration Period: August 11-16, 2008
  • Contest Period: August 18-24, 2008 (during Kadayawan sa Dabaw 2008)
  • Subjects: any component event of Kadayawan sa Dabaw 2008)
  • Last Day of Submission of Entry/Entries: August 26, 2008, 5:00 pm
  • Exhibit and Awarding: TBA, during the September 2008 Tourism Month Celebration of the Department of Tourism-XI at a mall in Davao City

Please refer to the following files for more important information:

  1. Mechanics and Contest Rules
  2. Registration Form (FREE registration but pre-registration on or before August 16, 2008, 5:00 pm is REQUIRED.  IDs will be given on August 18 to allow access to certain areas during Kadayawan events not ordinarily accessible to the general public, subject to Kadayawan marshalls’ policies and guidelines.)
  3. Photo Entry Form (one photo, one form).

For more information, you may contact the following:

JONALLIER EVENTS (c/o Jon)
Telefax: (082) 224.2524
Mobile: 0919.6138500 / 0923.4521994
Email: events@jonallier.com

or

CANON MARKETING (PHILIPPINES), INC. (c/o Star)
Phone: (082) 227.3820
Fax: (082) 227.8929

You may also check www.jonallier.com for more details and updates.

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EAS Congress 2009 Photo Contest

August 11, 2008 By 3 Comments

Partnerships in Environmental Management for the Seas of East Asia (PEMSEA) and HP Philippines present the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress Regional Photo Contest

with the theme

“The Coast, The Ocean, My Community“

Contest entries should demonstrate local actions/implementation and good practices in sustainable coastal and ocean protection, development and management. Entries can show local and national initiatives that address natural and man-made hazard prevention and management; habitat protection, restoration and management; water use and supply management; food security and livelihood management and pollution reduction and waste management.

The contest is open to nationals of the East Asian region, and is divided into three (3) categories:

  • Youth category – for amateur practitioners who are college students or young professionals, between 18 and 25 years of age.
  • Hobbyist/Amateur category – for amateur practitioners, beyond 25 years of age, who pursue photography outside of his/her regular occupation, engaged primarily for personal fulfillment.
  • Professional category – professional practitioners who derive income from the sale of photographs and/or provision of photographic services.

Download a copy of the complete EAS Congress 2009 Photo Contest mechanics and register online.

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Northern Luzon Adventure Photography Series with Michelle Morelos

August 11, 2008 By 1 Comment

Pinoy Nomads

invites you to the

Northern Luzon Adventure Photography Series

with

Michelle Morelos

August 22-25, 2008

Nothing beats learning while exploring. And nothing beats such trip in a smaller and more intimate setting.  Limited to 15 participants who serious about learning digital photography in fascinating settings.

Learn how to maximize your digital camera while exploring the Callao Caves and Calvaray Hills of Cagayan Valley, Pagudpud’s Cape Bojeador, Bangui Windmills and white beaches, and the famous sights of Laoag. Develop your skills and techniques with photographer Michelle Morelos who is also conducting several workshops on Maximizing Your Point and Shoot Camera Workshops 2008.

Main photography sites:

  • Callao Caves and its 7 chambers (Light and shadow)
  • Calvary Hill and Church (sunset, sculpture, structure)
  • Bangui Windmills (wind, movement and sunrise)
  • Cape Bojeador (structure, scenic view, sunset)
  • Pagudpud beaches (water, sand, view, sunrise)
  • Suba Sand Dunes (desert, beach, sunset)

Fun and Sun:

  • Swimming in Penablanca River in Cagayan Valley
  • Swimming in the beaches of Pagudpud
  • Option to learn to surf in Pagudpud (participant’s expenses)
  • Option to trek in Pagudpud
  • Sightseeing in Laoag

Package Incudes:

  • On-site photography lessons and sessions
  • Roundtrip and on-site transportation Manila-Tuguegarao-Pagudpud-Laoag-Manila
  • 4 days, 3 nights food and lodging
  • Entrance fees
  • Travel insurance for the duration of the trip

Package Fee: PhP 11,000 per person.

For more info and to see the detailed itenerary, visit PinoyNomads.

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Artist Conversation by Noelle Katigbak-Tan and Rachele Rillo at Silverlens

August 11, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Artist Conversation
Noelle Katigbak Tan and Rachel Rillo
August 16, 2008, Saturday, 3-5pm

Silverlens Gallery presents Noelle Katigbak Tan and Rachel Rillo in conversation about idenity, homecoming, making photographs, and the importance of showing their work in the Philippines on August 16, 2008 Saturday, from 3-5pm.

Both born in Manila, Noelle Katigbak Tan and Rachel Rillo moved to the United States, the former in the ’80s and the latter in the ’90s, to get their fine arts degrees in New York University and the Academy of Art College in San Francisco, respectively. Since then, Tan has had numerous exhibitions in Washington, New York, Baltimore and Beverly Hills. Her work is included in the permanent collections of the Corcoran Museum, the Center for Photography at Woodstock, and the Creative Artists Agency. Rillo on the other hand, went on to work as a freelance photographer for the television industry in Los Angeles. Her clients included FOX TV, UPN, CBS and NBC. Now based in Manila, Rillo has had two exhibitions in Silverlens Gallery. Her last show entitled Manila was recently short listed in the 2008 Ateneo Art Awards.

Noelle Katigbak Tan will be opening her first solo show in Manila on August 14, 2008 in Silverlens Gallery. It will run until September 27 and will feature two bodies of work, Untitled and Drawing.

Visit Silverlens Gallery at 2/F YMC Bldg. 2, 2320 Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City, 816-0044, 0905-2650873, manage@silverlensphoto.com. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday 10am–7 pm, Saturday 1–6pm. www.silverlensphoto.com.

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World Press Photo 08 in Manila

August 10, 2008 By 3 Comments

The internationally acclaimed annual World Press Photo Exhibition will be on view here in Metro Manila up to August 22, 2008.

The exhibit, featuring about 200 photos that won awards in the 2007 World Press Photo Competition, will be open to the public for free at SM Mall of Asia up to August 13, 2008 and The Block SM North-EDSA from August 14 to 22, 2008.

A partnership project of the Konrad Adenauer Asian Center for Journalism at the Ateneo de Manila University (ACFJ) and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the show has also drawn support from The Podium, SM Supermalls and Unilever Philippines.

The competition’s photo of the year – an image of an American soldier resting at a bunker in Afghanistan, taken by the British photographer Tim Hetherington and carried by Vanity Fair – topbills the exhibit. The picture bested about 80,536 photographs submitted to the competition by 5,019 photographers from 125 countries.

The exhibit is part of ACFJ’s photojournalism program which was initiated in 2006 with the support of the World Press Photo. At the heart of the program is the Diploma in Photojournalism, a seven-course online learning program for photojournalists. The program has drawn some of the country’s finest young photojournalists as students and is run by an international faculty of senior photographers and academics. One of its graduates, Jaime “VJ” Villafranca, freelance photographer, recently won the Ian Parry Scholarship 2008, an international competition run by The Sunday Times (London), with a photo essay on youth gangs that was the major essay in the portfolio he submitted for the diploma program.

The competition and the traveling exhibit have been run since 1955 by the World Press Photo, the Amsterdam-based media NGO that is reputed to be the world’s most significant and prestigious platform for press photography.

Shown each year at about 85 venues in 40 countries, the exhibit features the year’s top photo along with award-winning images from each of the 10 contest categories including spot news, general news, people in the news, nature, contemporary issues, sports actions, sports features, daily life, portraits and arts and entertainment.

The high quality of photojournalism involved is considered to set a standard in the field. Filipino photographer Albert Garcia won the first prize in the nature and environment category in the 1991 competition for his picture of the Mt. Pinatubo eruption.

Last year the exhibit was also shown in the same three venues, drawing huge crowds that were invariably awed, fascinated and moved by gripping pictures of the news stories that hugged the headlines. The show was likewise co-sponsored by ACFJ and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, with support from The Podium and SM Supermalls.

This year the group, along with Unilever Philippines, aims to bring campus journalists to the exhibit through guided tours and lectures.

Unilever, an Anglo-Dutch group of companies, brought the exhibit to Manila in 2001. According to Jika Mendoza-Dalupan, corporate relations director, Unilever’s support to World Press Photo stems from the company’s mission of supporting the arts and culture of the countries where it operates.

For more information about the exhibit in Metro Manila, contact:
ACFJ
Jimmy A. Domingo (+639189212878)
Rona Saipudin (+639274703701)
Telephone Nos.: +63.2.9263253
+63.2.4266001 ext 5215 or 5216
Fax No.: +63.29263254
Website: http://ateneo.edu/acfj

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Photo Summit 2008

August 8, 2008 By Leave a Comment

FPPF in partnership with DPP

invites you to

Photo Summit 2008

The tradeshow will once again be held at the VMall in Greenhills while the workshops will be held at the Club Filipino.

Photo Summit 2008 will have two very interesting speakers in Clay Blackmore and Parish Kohanim. Both are regarded as experts in their field.

Workshop is at PhP 5,000/head if you register on or before August 13, 2008 and PhP 6,000 if you register on day of the event. You can register at either Bella Luce’s office in Makati or through the office of the FPPF in Intramuros.

Bella Luce
G/F Alvion Center
110 Rada Street
Legaspi Village, Makati

Call Bella Luce for more details at 750-6213.

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The Gifts Series 4 Exhibit by JP Sarmenta

August 8, 2008 By Leave a Comment

The Gifts

An Art Photography Exhibit for a Cause

The Gifts Series 4: JP Sarmenta

One Man Show

Opening Night: 6PM, Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Philamlife East Side Lobby, Philamlife Building, United Nations Ave., Ermita, Manila, Philippines

The exhibit will run from August 13, 2008 to September 4, 2008.

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