When and how did you start photography?

• It started last Oct. ‘05 when i bought my 1st digicam (Canon Powershot A410) after receiving my separation pay from my previous (1st) company. I just want to have a remembrance from my previous company so i bought a few thing & that digicam was one of it.

Tell us more about your photography history

• My only intention of buying that digicam is to take family gatherings & see right away the pictures without having the hustle of going to film stores.

  But one day of early ‘ 07 when i lost the manual of my digicam, dpreview was the 1st site google gave me when i search online looking for download of my lost manual. That site oppened my mind to a whole new world of digital cameras & that makes me more interested in photography. At the same time i was browsing tsikot.com looking for 2nd hand cars, I saw the add of kameraderie.com and clicked it. It was my 1st forum of any kind.

  Dpreview & kameraderie gave me an idea of the 1st DSLR to buy, it was Nikon D40. I told my self that ill save half of my salary for 3 months & going to buy one.
  But a sudden decision halted the purchase of my 1st DSLR, when I need to go to Singapore for personal matters. Then i bought Canon 400D when I signed a contract with my 1st company here in Singapore last Sept. ‘07.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• 5D Mark II & 24-105 f4L IS USM

Would you consider turning pro?

• I really want to become a Formula1 photographer!

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Fomula1 action

Favorite photo captured to date:

• This very rare green pit viper
  

  Kimi Räikkönen during Sg F1 GP ‘08
  

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• -techs: david t. (way back from kameraderie)
  -portrait: ka-romy a., eric m., & jay n.
  -macro: art c., eugene i., leo b., & roy s.
  -pj: danny s. & alvin p.
  -landscape: cyril m.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Michael Schumacher & Mika Häkkinen banging wheels with each other. Since they’re both out of F1, Fernando Alonso & Lewis Hamilton will do.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• my faux LV wallet

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• aroung 200GB, including my HDD in Manila.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• during jump shots, my asscrack always shows up.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• I only have flickr & multiply, my user name is engrmariano.

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• i saw a thread in clubsnap about pinoycsers.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• learn from your mistakes.
  don’t be afraid to try & explore everything not only in photography but in life.
  last but not the least, photography sites & forums are here to help but not to realize your photos, so GO OUT & SHOOT!

When and how did you start photography?

• I am not actually a photographer, I consider myself more of an artist, I used to draw portraits and landscape way back using acrylic paints, crayons, pastel, charcoal and pencils.

  But to answer the question, I believe it was when I became a father in year 2000 when my eldest daughter was born. I was able to borrow a 3MP Canon camera and took a shot of her.

Tell us more about your photography history

• Seeing the photo of my daughter immediately on the LCD and eventually monitor, I started acquiring phones with camera. Life was tough for me, it’s the only thing I can afford. Then I met image editing software by uLead, then heard of Adobe Photoshop and Corel Draw. It was when I started using mouse as my brush and LCD monitor as my canvas.

  Year 2005 when I landed a job here in Singapore, I was able to buy an Olympus PnS but preferred using Sony Ericson K800i. It was July 2007 when I was able to buy Canon Rebel XTi (400D). By August 2007 I joined photoshoot with PinoyCSers folks. It was 2 years ago.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Canon 400D
  Nifty Fifty (50mm f/1.8)

Would you consider turning pro?

• No. I can’t see myself on that state.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• My love ones, faces that shows inner beauty, female figures.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• So far I like this one
  

  My first ever model shoot
  

  My bebe as model, hope this gets me a new lens!
  

  My daughters of course
  

  Events
  

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• It’s not the photos that amaze me but the man behind it.
  Danny Santos for his courage taking those street photos, neglecting weather conditions on his rain series.
  David Tong for his technical knowledges about photo and gears.
  Genald Tunggol specially when using wide angle lenses, he knows where to put his model.
  Leo Baquerfo, Roy Sahagun, Rey Aguila and Art Cabinian for their patience taking macro shots.
  Benjie Balmoris on his style taking portraits especially family portraits.
  RoMie Angeles for his passion and dedication on this field.
  David Montjo for his creative ideas.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Location shoot of Megan Fox in the moon wearing astronaut suit (sana meron na transparent), background will be our planet… okay ba?

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• I will go for the bag, I won’t risk my gears or just hang it around my neck. When I am bringing my camera, it always goes with the bag.
  We have 3 actually and use whatever fits, indoor lightweight - crumpler 5M; outdoor lightweight - lowepro sideshooter; heavyweight - lowepro CompuTrekker AW

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• Around 200G, more if one of my hard disk is still okay

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• the classic one, aiming while having lens cap but I guess models are used with it, kaya di na siya masyadong embarassing.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• I don’t have, but you can view my photos and work of art at my flickr. I dubbed myself as late-bloomer, feel ko kasi it was too late for me to start in photography. If we are connected in facebook, you can view my selected shots there, more organized in albums.

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• Clubsnap, there’s a thread there with a list of Filipino photographers. I read that they want to form a sub group. Then I tried searching for Filipino photographers and the result is PinoyCSers.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• This is in general and not only one.

  For new things, try it and experience it
  For the experience, either bad or good, learn from it
  For what you do or you shoot, love it!

When and how did you start photography?

• I started photography just last year, May 2008, when I first got here in Singapore. That’s when I bought my first dslr, a Nikon D80 with a humble 55-200mm VR lens.

Tell us more about your photography history

• When I started photography, I didn’t know exactly which field I wanted to do. I just wanted to try photography. I tried shooting birds, flowers, sunsets, landscapes. But then I started browsing Flickr and saw really good street photographers… that’s when I realized “this is it… this is what I want to do”. So I started researching about the field and found out all these classic street masters and studied their shots, their history, and how they worked the streets.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• I use a Nikon D300, and use either an 85mm f.4 or a 20mm f2.8.

Would you consider turning pro?

• Hell, yeah… if I get the opportunity.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Strangers in the streets.

Favorite photo captured to date:

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• I really admire the works of Genald Tungol and Ericson Matias. Someday, I’d like to do portraiture just like them.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• The perfect ‘decisive moment’ where I capture a very candid personal moment in the streets mid action.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Hmmm, wala ata eh.. Nowadays, I don’t even bring a camera bag. I just sling my cam on my shoulders when I go out to shoot.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• I think, about 80GB.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• I was a noob back then, and I went to this toy convention to photograph cosplayers. There was this group of 3 very cute cosplay girls and I asked if I could take their photo. When I pointed my cam at them, they started to laugh… I forgot to take the lens cap off

Where can we see your portfolio?

• I’m currently working on my personal photography portfolio site. It should be done within the week. Right now, you can view my photos in flickr: http://www.flickr.com/people/dannysantos/

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• I surfed the net for pinoy photographers in Singapore.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• For a great street photo: it’s all about the right light on the right subject, at the right moment. It’s not easy to get a good one since the streets is very unpredictable and uncooperative. Choose a good location with good people traffic to increase your chances. It could take hours before you get a good opportunity… but it will all pay off when you capture that perfect shot.

When and how did you start photography?

• I think it started when I bought my first 135mm film camera during mid-90’s. That time I shoot mostly people, events and places I visited. Then, when I afford to buy P&S cameras, I hooked into Canon & Kodak.

  I remember, there’s one incident that I became an instant wedding photographer using the P&S Canon camera. Though, my wife and I came late at the church ‘coz we just want to see my father who was one of the principal sponsors. I noticed that they don’t have a photographer and my aunt asked me to take pictures of the event since I the P&S cam is with me. To make the story short, I also became the newly-wed driver using my car too huhuhu. After few days, I gave the printed photos as a gift.

Tell us more about your photography history

• A good buddy invited me to join DPP forum mid year 2006, but I didn’t register right away, just a silent viewer/reader. Then, I had my first dslr on the last quarter of 2006. Actually, its a gift from my wife when she asked me what gift I wanted to get in our wedding anniversary. And since I saw a lot of interesting photos in DPP forum, I told her right away “How about a professional camera?” October 2006 was the date I registered with DPP forum. And that’s it, a new baby Nikon D80 arrived.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Nikon D80 and my walk around kit lens Nikkor 18-135mm + 85mm are with me all the time. My mind is itchy to upgrade my gears but I can still control not to swipe my credit card hahaha.

Would you consider turning pro?

• Why not, if given a chance.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• I like to capture everything actually. But I’m into portraiture now, mas may kita dito.. malaki ang kita sa tingin ko hehehe.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• 
  Commander-in-Chief

  
  Mom and daughter

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Francis G., Leo B., John P., Art C., Alvin P., Romie G., and Teejay (huh!)

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• —-

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Ano nga ba maliban sa mga na-mentioned ng previous hot seaters, hmmm panyo/towel, pawisin likod ko kse then pantakip din sa camera baka mabasa.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• I set my cam into JPG (for fast viewing) and RAW (for editing), so I think reaching to 300GB. I store every clicks of my cam, so I need more space and definitely “BBB” will strike soon since this item is not expensive I guess.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• None so far. If ever I’ll encounter one, I’ll be cool, maybe… I don’t know..

Where can we see your portfolio?

• In my flickr site (http://www.flickr.com/photos/josontc/)
  Model Mayem (http://www.modelmayhem.com/1030846)
  Multiply: (http://josontc.multiply.com/)

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• I met the group personally during Labrador Sunset shoot last May 2007.
  
  But before that, I remember rodel miguel added me in yahoo group (no forum yet), then the rest is history, and I’m #5 in the CSers forum.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Be creative and make your shot different and unique.

When and how did you start photography?

• I started when I got myself a Sunplus Spca533 PnS cam. From there it just a matter of upgrades until the DSLR and EVIL camera I am currently using as of now.

Tell us more about your photography history

• I started using PnS just to shoot random stuff. From there I started to notice my snapshots are really not up to scratch compared to those I saw from NatGeo, so I do research in Google and discovered bokeh.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• For now, I always use my Panasonic G1 with the kitlens 14-45mm (28-90mm 35mm FOV equivalent)

Would you consider turning pro?

• If pro means getting paid, then why not? I can use some funds to buy more gears.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Mostly portraits.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• 
  This was my 1st photoshoot with PinoyCSers. It is not good, but I liked it. I have so many versions of it saved on my HDD.

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Ka Romie, Vergil Cola, Leo B., Art C., Roy S., Rey A.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• A photoshoot with Sativa Rose or Maria Ozawa.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Lens cleaning cloth - I also use it to clean my glasses (specs lah), monitor & cellphone (handphone lah).

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• 225GB

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• One day, at pinoy Idol event, I tried to take a snapshot and my cam froze. It turns out I had it on timer mode, 12 sec.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• In my flickr site (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ozarth/)

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• I was at istorya forums posting pics of the NDP practice and Vergil Cola recognized it. He then told me about PinoyCsers.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Shoot JPGs so that you will learn about proper camera settings and stuff.

  Shoot RAW so that you can adjust the exposure, white balance and what not during post.

  How about having the best of both? Memory cards and HDD are cheap nowadays. smile.gif
  I say shoot RAW + JPG. You master your cam by using JPGs and correct your mistakes using your RAW files.

When and how did you start photography?

• It all started when it was my first time to travel abroad. It was a company-sponsored training somewhere in Europe and I was so excited to see new things, see new places and meet people of different faces and culture. Being my first-time to travel outside the Philippines, I wanted to capture those special moments which I could show to my future wife and kids (I was still single then).

Tell us more about your photography history

• My interest in photography started when I began travelling. I bought my first Canon EOS SLR in mid-90s and used it on most occasions. In year 2001 I got my first digital camera - Canon IXUS300- which I used for 6 years before finally getting my Canon EOS400D which I am still using until now. It was only when I joined PinoyCsers that I got into this hobby seriously.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Since I am more into macro photography, I always carry my Canon 400D and Tamron 180mm.

Would you consider turning pro?

• It is always a possibility but I am not considering it for now or immediate future. Currently, I’m happy and contented with it as my hobby.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• For macrophotography, I love to take pictures of insects with great amount of details in their body, I am also fond of taking pictures of mating insects and insects with prey . For me, that makes the subject very interesting to show to the people. Also, it really makes me happy and satisfied whenever I can show the great details of an insect which are almost impossible to see with your naked eye.
  For portraiture, I prefer taking photos of young kids. I really love to see pictures of innocence and purity which I can find i them.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• 
  This is a picture of a dronefly which I captured when we had an EB in Punggol in Dec 2007.

  
  My favourite Filipina model, Yvette Taverna taken in early 2008

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Glen Tungol, Romie Angeles, Benjie Balmores, Edsel Romero, Rey Aguila, Leo Baquerfo

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Although I almost captured one last year during one of our EBs in Holland Woods, I would love to capture an image of 3 mating insects (threesome)

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• It’s my Canon remote switch.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• 300GB.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• I have none so far.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• In my flickr site (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roysahagun) and in my multiply site (http://altaira1124.multiply.com)

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• We are having a get-together party at Bullion Park in 2006 and it was in that gathering I met Erick Matias. It was Erick who introduced PinoyCSers to me.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Think of what you want people to see in your picture before pressing the shutter. When you say you welcome comments and critiques, please welcome them with an open mind.

When and how did you start photography?

• I started my photography when my younger brother gave me his Sony DSC70 digital camera (P&S).

Tell us more about your photography history

• In 2006 i used my Pentax (forgot the model) film Point and Shoot camera,
  by that time i didnt know any of the correct settings of the camera just a happy trigger kind of guy.

  In 2007 i purchased my first Digital Camera Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd.
  i loved the image captured by it. but then it has its limits.

  One day, i was invited by a friend to do a Macro in Singapore Botanic Gardens, my camera is having a hard time getting accurate focusing and almost all of my shots are blurred. That’s the time when my friend suggested that i get a DSLR so that i can change the lens and do a Full-Manual Control over the settings. I bought Pentax K10D and my latest is the Pentax K20D.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Pentax K20D + DA* 50-135 F2.8

Would you consider turning pro?

• Of course. Great power comes great responsibility hehehe (responsibility to pay for the gears)

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Portraits and Macro

Favorite photo captured to date:

• 
  Title: Emptiness
  Model: Cai Cai
  This was taken around April 2009. The model’s mood captures me a lot.

  
  Title: Deathblooms
  My first macro with Pinoycsers macro masters. And my first entry to Tipidpc’s 1st photo challenge, winning the 1st place(nakachamba hehehe).

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Genald Tungol and Romie Angeles for their amazing portraits. Leo Baquerfo, Roy Sahagun and Art Cabinian for their Macro works. and my Pentaxian buddy Alvin Panganiban for his Street Sniping Shots and Black and White Series.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• I dream of shooting in Magazines and Weddings and to shoot my favorite Japanese Korean model Yoko Mitsuya.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Giottos Nuclear Air Blower.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• 120GB

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• My first sunrise here in Singapore, everything was prepared, Weather report is fine, then after waiting for the sun it doesn’t appear and the sky is full of clouds. I gave up and will shoot macro on that day just to found out that my 3rd party battery backup died.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• Multiply: http://gigahz.multiply.com
  Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/photogerryphy
  Model Mayhem: http://www.modelmayhem.com/gerrymagnophotography

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• Alvin Panganiban suggested that i visit pinoycsers which is where the best photographers meet here in Singapore.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Always set your goals and it will pave a way for you to achieve anything in this art that we call “Photography”.

When and how did you start photography?

• I started my photography when my younger brother gave me his Sony DSC70 digital camera (P&S).

Tell us more about your photography history

• I started to shoot using film cameras since my college days, and I didnt know about photography yet (those technical terms such as exposure, composition etc…). Kasi my intention of shooting is just to capture the moment especially kung may occasion. Basta lumabas sa print ung image na kinunan ko I was already happy with that.

  When I tried to take photo of my kids (using a P&S camera that my younger gave me), I can’t shoot fast enough to capture their movements (kids lah very actively leh! tongue.gif). Then I saw my friends DSLR cameras and told me that I need to use that if I want to capture fast. Then I read a few infos about photography over the internet and borrowed books from the library. Till I bought my first DSLR camera last quarter last year. I was so excited then to shoot every minute and parang naramdaman ko agad ung passion about photography. Almost everyday I read a lot of how to’s, do’s & dont’s in photography (and still reading till now). And am always amazed at other people’s talent in capturing nice photos.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• My first Canon 400D + 17-85mm kit lens.

Would you consider turning pro?

• Still need a lot of knowledge and practice before I can reach that stage. hehehe. And siguro tapang ng loob minsan.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Portraits, Landscape and Macro

Favorite photo captured to date:

• 
  My wife, Babes. I like the simplicity of her on this photo.

  
  My Daughter, Keiren, I love her natural pose here.

  
  My Son, EJ. He’s always dreamin one day he will do catwalk on stage (I really hope so! hehehe)

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• As I’ve said It always amazed me those people with exceptional talents in capturing nice images. To name a few here, Ka Romie - I always like the simplicity of his photos pero lakas ng dating sa akin, Genald (though d ko pa sya na meet) - I like his creativity of shooting portraits, Sir Manny Librodo ,Parc Cruz, Jo Avila - really their works are exceptional (hope ma-meet ko sila one day!), Sir Eric Matias, he’s got a talent, really! And all members here who share their ideas, pointers to other members especially beginners like me in taking a good photos.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Yes, just like the photos of an Afghan girl featured in NatGeo (hehehe taas ng ambisyon no.)

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• A Face towel, sa sobra kasing init dito lalo na kung outdoor shoot.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• Around 200GB+/- pa lang (including na ung mga patapon shots. hehehe)

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• Uh oh! When I bring my family in Toa Payoh park one sunday late afternoon to test my DSLR (which was only few days old that time), I mounted it on my FREE camera tripod (included on the package) and the time am going to press the wireless shutter button, it drops down (huhuhu) and all the people looking at us says … uh oh! (synchronized!)

Where can we see your portfolio?

• I have my flickr collection here and here and my multiply page here. (All are Free acct. as of now, still thinking which one I will subscibe)

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• When am browsing CS Forum and saw one link there of Pinoycsers.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• As what our mentors always says, keep on practicing, keep on shooting and keep on posting. Always think positively in receiving any comments of your work. And ALWAYS Give Glory to HIM who gave us this opportunity to show our passion/ talent and time to capture good images.

Personality:

Community:

Life:

When and how did you start photography?

• I started my photography last three years ago when I arrived in Singapore. Like most people here in the forum, being an Expat (OFW in Filipino terms) out of boredom and need an outlet for my creativity.

Tell us more about your photography history

• I started taking photos when I was 12 and my Dad lend me his Minolta film slr (forgot the model). My shots back then are a bit blurry and out focus. It didn’t spark much interest in taking photos until I arrived in Singapore in 2005.

  I purchased my first digital camera the Canon S3IS, which was a great cam. It really sparked the creativity in me taking images of anything. Finally one of my friends loaned me his Nikon D70 with a 18-70mm lens. Really love the speed and feel of a SLR, right then I have decided to get my own DSLR.

  I bought a D40 then upgraded to a D80 and my latest cam body is D300. Thru the span of 3 years I manage to acquire a decent array of lenses. Tokina 11-16mm f2.8, Nikon 17-55mm f2.8, Nikon 80-200mm f2.8 , Nikon 85mm f1.8 and Sigma 105mm f2.8 Macro.

  Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)
  D300 and most of the time I use my 11-16mm. But for studio work I use my 17-55mm and for Sniper/Paparazzi mode I use 80-200mm or my 85mm f1.8

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• I usually go with my Nikon D300 paired with my nikon 16-85mm lens… good range!

Would you consider turning pro?

• Yes, why not? heheheh

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Portraits, Landscape and Macro

Favorite photo captured to date:

• 
  Model:Yvette Taberna.
  This was taken somewhere on February 2008. One of my favourite outdoor model shoots and this gave inspiration to shoot portraiture.

  
  My first ever Macro shot.

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Jo Avila, Parc Cruz and Genald Tungol – their works really inspires me.
  Ka-Romie Angeles – Great works and I consider him as one of my mentors.
  John Panelo and Leo Baquerfo – love their macro works.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• I dream of shooting high fashion concepts like Nigel Barker and Joe McNally.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Giotto Air Blower – I used to change my lens on a fly so sometimes can’t avoid taking in dust.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• 450GB and growing.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• I was walking in a mall and found a crowd. I found out there was a celebrity passing thru the mall. I was so excited and quickly I set my cam to highspeed shooting mode, raised my hand above the crowd (photojournalist style) and fired away. Later I got 120 frames of pure black, and then I realized that I forgot to take the lens cap off. Toink!!

Where can we see your portfolio?

• I have my flickr collection here and my model mayham page.

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• Rowena Aro mentioned it to me when we meet briefly after a church service. Later that night I googgled it, found the site and joined. Then went to EB’s and photoshoots the rest was history. I really enjoyed meeting up with the group

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Keep on shooting and be open to all critics good or bad, build a good photographic technical knowledge. Remember always to share what you have learned.

When and how did you start photography?

• My interest in photography goes way back.. almost 10 years ago. During that time, things were very different. The only person I knew who had a similar interest in camera was ex-pres Joel V.

Tell us more about your photography history

• Joel and I were both busy with other things, so there was really no chance to practice and learn. Anyway, to cut the long story short, my Minolta Dynax 500si didn’t see much action until my interest in photography almost vanished. But alas! In 2005, an old friend of mine asked me to take their family picture using his Nikon D70 camera. As soon as the thing landed on my hands, I knew my wallet was going to take a hit.. big time! Two months later, I was holding on to my very own Nikon D70s! Then the rest is history…

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• I usually go with my Nikon D300 paired with my nikon 16-85mm lens… good range!

Would you consider turning pro?

• Right now, I’m still 50-50 on the idea. I think the main reason why I’m enjoying photography now is because I don’t get stressed by it. Right now it’s just a hobby, an outlet of some sort. But eventually, it is still a possible business venture that me and my wife are thinking of. Most probably, we’ll be setting it up in the Philippines. I think the market back home for this kind of business hasn’t peaked yet. It’s on a steady climb, but way too far from its peak…

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Right now, I’m trying to focus on portraiture. So subject-wise, people. But on the side, taking photos of lightning also challenges me.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• For now, it would be this one. I guess I can safely claim that it’s one of a kind!
  

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Ka-Rommie on portraiture, LeoB on macro, dannyS and alvin on street ops, glensky for his style.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Nothing as of yet. But I do visualize on being able to create images with minimal effort on setup, shooting (no machine gun mode),
  framing and lighting. I think it’s achievable with enough practice.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• My nikon remote cord mc-30. I’ve always been fascinated with capturing lightning (my other fav subject). I can’t imagine taking those shots without it.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• i’ve got around 1TB of photos including the backups.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• none so far… *crossing my fingers*

Where can we see your portfolio?

• I have my flickr collection here and our pbase website here

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• Through Joel V. I was asking him to join the group that I was with then but I ended up joining PinoyCSers instead.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Always be wary of the background. A noisy background will always find a way to ruin an image, no matter what.

When and how did you start photography?

• I started my photography in 2004 when my daughter was born. Just using PnS that time then one of my friend encouraged my to buy dslr. Then naging adik-adik na..hehehe

Tell us more about your photography history

• In 2004, I had my first digital camera (Nikon Pns) and joined a few photography forums and in 2005 I bought my 1st DSLR camera(Canon 350D) and become more serious about it. Shoot and enjoyed all forms/genres of photography. In 2006, I upgraded to Canon 30D and added a few lenses. 2007, I joined PinoyCSers from there I met a lot of talented and creative photography enthusiast/hobbyist. Joined my very first photo competition and won (singapore Flyer).

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Canon EOS 30D + Canon 24-70 f2.8

Would you consider turning pro?

• If there’s an opportunity, why not?!

Favorite subjects to capture:

• people, insects, landscapes, nature/li>

Favorite photo captured to date:

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Every member new and old and to name a few Benjie Balmoris, Glen Tungol, Romie Angeles, Eric Matias, Marc Obfenda /li>

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Winter Landscape

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Camera Bag

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• 500gb

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• None

Where can we see your portfolio?

• I have my flickr collection here

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• thru Clubsnap then nag-join din ako sa yahoogroup..

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Try to compose more and to hit the shutter less.

When and how did you start photography?

• I started doing my photography addiction way back year 2006, I’ve decided to try this hobby to kill my sress & homesickness in our country. I usually lurk at tipidpc’s photography thread.. then I’ve decided to get DSLR ..

Tell us more about your photography history

• History.. hmmmm… Matagal na akong nahihilig sa photography, gamet ko pa noon Kodak digicam 4 megapixel … during the year of 2006 , after 6 months staying here in Singapore, I decided to get a DSLR… so many brand na pwedeng pagpilian… Nikon, Canon, Olympus , Sony & Pentax.. But what captures me was pentax, kasi madalas ko syang makita sa mga photos ng beatles..
  Usually gamet pa nila.. And I want to be unique, because very few are using Pentax..hehe. Kame lang yata ni Gerry ang pentax sa group.

  My first shot. Using my Pentax *IstDL:

  

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Pentax K20D + Tamrom 70-200mm 2.8, Tamron 90mm + Pentax 50mm 1.4 = for street photography.

Would you consider turning pro?

• Hmmm… pwede siguro. Why not?!

Favorite subjects to capture:

• People & Objects

Favorite photo captured to date:

• April, 2007
  

  dec, 2007
  

  may 2007
  

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• So many to mention..
  Genald = Master of Portraits..
  Leo B. = for those Macro
  Danny = for those unique StreetPhoto
  David Tong = for those reviews & tips on his post & on his blog.
  Ka-Romie = for those sizzling photo-ops models he have..
  At madami pang iba..

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Jumpshot sa Grand Canyon.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Panyo or face towel.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• Di ko na mabilang.. But currently I have 2,333 items posted on my flickr

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• Nung sinita ako sa Changi Rd, coast line. while doing streetphotography. Di ko alam na di pwede kuhanan yung mga military boat nila, Hinintuan ako ng patrol, at pinasakay. Akala ko Ikukulong na ako, at ipapa-deport sa pinas. Then binababa nila ako sa Changi Village, sinabihan ako na bawal kumuha ng photos doon..then pinabura sa aken lahat ng nasa SD card ko.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• My own website Trail-seeker.com which so far redirects to my flickr account.

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• Hmm nung nakita ko yung signature ni J. Panelo sa tipidpc.com, then I’ve decided to join here..

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Don’t be afraid to experiment. Do something extra. Put some creativity. Because that will be your signature on your photo.

When and how did you start photography?

• I’ve always been interested with photography. Even with film camera’s I love taking pictures of different things. Although wasn’t able to pursue the hobby since it’s really quite expensive. When I got to Singapore, I was able to buy a Lumix FZ50 and that started me into taking photography.

Tell us more about your photography history

• Officially started my photography with a Lumix FZ50 with a Sunpak 383 super flash. Then I moved to a second hand Canon 300D (c/o Sherwin Moreno). Not too long I bought my very first Lens, a Sigma 18-200. When I moved to Sydney, my sister asked for a camera so I gave her my old 300D and 18-200 lens and bought a 450D with an IS kit lens and a 55-200mm lens.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• For now, I’m using a 450D with a 18-55 IS kit lens. Haven’t tried buying a new walkaround since d pa laspag ang kit lens e.

Would you consider turning pro?

• Before I wanted to. But now, not as much. If given the chance, sure. But as of now, I’m just happy with it as a hobby.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• I’m more into portraiture photography I guess since that’s the subject I love to shoot.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• This shot was taken during the Wes Workshop which was my first workshop ever.

  

  Another one is this shot of Pixie mischief from Model mayhem. This is the first time I went on a shoot on my own. Was really nervous but was quite happy of the outcome.

  

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Genald Tungol - Love his style kaya minsan nasasabihan akong gaya gaya ng style nya e.
  Ericson Matias - Love the post processing style
  Benji Balmoris - Love his concepts

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• hmmm… medyo madami e… dami kong gustong theme na ishoot na hopefully magawa ko rin minsan in the near future.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• I’d say a tripod since I’m starting to get into the strobist style and I still don’t have a lightstand. So for now, the tripod is my choice.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• um… around 300GB, give or take. Karamihan kasi raw e. kaya malaki.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• When I was waiting for my wife (nag pa-parlor sya kasama ng housemate ko), I went to the circular quay to do some solo shooting with my Lumix. When I got there, I was just in time for a fashion show. I was able to get a nice spot (not good, not bad) and when everyone was shooting, nanliit ung camera ko kasi puro bigating SLR ung gamit nila. Pero kinapalan ko na lang mukha ko. Tuloy parin.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• It’s scattered all over the net actually. most updated one should be my multiply account. I also have a flickr account. I have WIP website: www.marcobfenda.com

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• Kasalanan ni Joel V. at Franco. Nakasama ko sila dating mag shoot e. Niyaya akong sumali kaya ayun, na hook na ako sa CSers.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• I have 2 advices actually, kung oks lang.
  1. Just keep on shooting kahit kayo lang magisa. Kahit anong sabihin nila, practice makes perfect. Kung gusto mong mag shoot, shoot ka. Kung gusto mo sama sa mga photoshoots, sama ka. Kahit na sabihin mong newbie or baguhan ka lang, lahat nagsimula dyan so wag ng mahiya.
  2. Wag matakot mag post ng images sa forum naten. It’s actually another way to learn. Kahit na minsan walang sumasagot, oks lang. Post pa rin. Just think of it as a challenge. Keep posting hanggang sa may mag comment. Kung d man maganda, then good kasi nagiging honest sila syo. can?

When and how did you start photography?

• It all started when I was in high school, I was the photo editor of our school organ. But after that, my interest stopped when I went to college as I focused on other things. I mean studies ha!

  When I started travelling coz of my work as a consultant, this interest came back and that BBB virus kicked into overdrive! Lol

Tell us more about your photography history

• It all started with those point and shoot cams til I got a Fuji prosumer camera. It was a great camera but the feel of changing lense led me to buy a real dslr cam, a d70s. However, as I kept on shooting and meeting people from PinoyCSers, my hunger for a better camera and lense brought to buy several bodies and lenses. In a span of two years, my bodies were the following: d70s, d200, d300 and my current, a d700. I started with mostly third party lenses to now the set of Nikon trinity lenses./li>

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• I always bring my Nikon D700 and Nikkor 14-24mm f2.8 lens.

Would you consider turning pro?

• Never considered this however, you’ll never know if this recession will affect me (hope not!).

Favorite subjects to capture:

• I shoot anything actually and I bring my dslr everyday! Currently, I like landscapes and portraits. But I also like events photography.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• I have lots of favourite photos. However, I want to show here is the very 1st studio shot I have done. It was with Photo Arts Association of Singapore and I learned a lot from them.

  

  But the one favourite photo I have captured to date is Viktoria:
  

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Do I need to mention Genald Tungol pa ba??? Never met him though, but I have always admired his work. I also like photos of Parc Cruz, John Panelo, Eric Matias, Ka Romie and Leo B.

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Hmmm… Angelina Jolie or Megan Fox :P

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• Hand strap, I don’t like neck straps

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• More than 1TB coz I don’t delete bad photos. Maybe someday will have time to clean my files.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• Most of the time. When I insist to take the models photo…with me beside them :P

Where can we see your portfolio?

• My Multiply site and my Flickr site.

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• When I was assigned in SG, I met some photographers thru EB’s and photoshoots. I heard they had this yahoo group. So I joined, til they setup the site and I became member no. 6!

  Never regretted joining the group and til now having fun communicating with members and joining EB’s even outside Singapore.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Get tips from this forum and members and always practice

PinoyCSers at St. John’s Island

PinoyCSers at Kisu Island

PinoyCSers photoshoot with Mable

Incidentally, the ever generous Ka Romie is giving away an 8gb thumbdrive for the best shot last Mable shoot. All participants from that shoot is encouraged to post his best shot on this thread and members will vote for their favorite photo!

When and how did you start photography?

• Well, I started holding a camera when I was in high school. Taga-hawak lang po coz my father is also a part-time photographer doing gigs on wedding, birthdays, family reunion, etc.. But later on I got interested assisting my father for his event photography and learned from him about photography. Kaya, hands-on tips on every event and learning the proper manual setting of apertures, shutter speed (we’re using film then).

Tell us more about your photography history

• Maybe it’s in our genes (father-side) ‘coz my late grandfather was also an artist, musician, and photography buff just like my father. During the ’80s, I was a company official photographer, events photographer on wedding ng mga kaibigan, kumpare’t kumare at kamag-anakan (walang bayad, pakain lang). It was when I came here in Singapore in 1995 na nabigyan ng husto ang photography ko. I was always at Orchard Road then during weekends doing street photography. I’ve used manual film camera using negative films then when I’ve got so many photo albums (very bulky coz kahon-kahon ba naman ang storage eh), I’ve decided to switch to slide film (pero maliliit na kahon naman for storing my slides). I’m very hesistant before in using digital as my medium on photography ‘coz I know hindi mapapantayan ng digital and film eh.. pero bumigay din, it was 2005 when I’ve tried using digital camera as a back-up of my slide photography. My first digital camera was compact Canon A80. When I bought my first dSLR (2007), Canon EOS 400D, naging active uli ako sa portraits photography.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Canon 40D and my 24-70mm f2.8 lens (interchanging now with Canon EOS 5D Mark II).

Would you consider turning pro?

• Why not? Pangarap ko ito noon pa. But being a professional photographer for me means that 90% of your income comes from photography. So, part-time muna and full-time hobbyist.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Portraitures and landscapes with some nature, action, macro, events photography.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• I’ve got so many favorite photos that I’ve captured but these 2 photos are my top favorites:

  Looking Through The Eyes of Alyona
  
  (picked as Editor’s Pick and Finalist at www.betterphoto.com, and also as Editor’s Choice at www.photoanswers.co.uk)

  Singapore Flyer (non-winning photo)
  
  (One of my non-winning entries to the Singapore Flyer Photo Contest 2007. Although this photo does not won for Night Scene Category competition, it was used as one of the Singapore Flyer advertisement photo seen on the newspaper, TV, their website, and bochures.)

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Doc Benji on his portaitures, Ka Leo B on macros together with bARTman & Roy-bin and Erick on his textures/digital arts. John Panelo for his great shots and oh, pati na si Alvin P on his street photography…

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• Yeah, mga celebrities (Pinay and International models). Also, landscapes at Colorado, USA.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• My Lowepro bags.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• I’ve got 7 portable HD (160~320, and 500GB capacity) and 4 of these are full na.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• Hehehe, I have one that I will not forget and want to share with you:
  It was 1986 when I was an official photographer of ex-Philseco in Subic, Zambales. I remember that time I’m in-charge of covering the big event or milestone of our company then, the delivery of the floating dock from our yard to US Naval Base in Olongapo City. This floating dock has been repaired/assembled in Philseco. I’m following the delivery of floating dock (towing with tugboats) to US Naval Base, nag-hire ako ng bangka na may iisang katig or outrigger just to take pictures of that event… when we are in the middle of the sea (sa laot), bigla na lang tumaob ang bangka! I think it was my fault coz I shifted my position sa walang katig na lugar. Luckily, the camera (Canon AV-1) I’m using was strapped to my neck at hindi ito nahulog sa dagat. Only it got wet coz kasama kong lumubog eh. I was rescued by the US Naval Base Coast Guard and was eventually taken onboard to our tugboats… Ang siste pa, ini-radio sa office ang paglubog ko at pag-rescue ng US Naval Base Coast Guard sa akin na buong opisina naririnig na “Si Romy Angeles ay na-rescue ng US CoastGguard sa tumaob na bangka”.

  Well, the camera was repaired and the negative film was not damaged (only the exposed ones), and my shots/pictures were okey.

  Moral of the story:

  1. Don’t ride on the small with only 1 outrigger (katig) boat unless you know how to balance yourself there.
  2. Always strap your camera to your neck.
  3. When your camera is dropped in the sea water (lubog talaga), just wash it first with fresh water to remove the salt water content to avoid fast corrosion of internal parts and send it to Service Center at baka ma-repair pa.
  4. Learn how to swim or wear lifejacket when covering event photography at sea (ako hindi na lumangoy eh, kumapit na lang sa tumaob na bangka. Do you know na natihaya namin ng bangkero ang bangka before the coast guard arrived?)

Where can we see your portfolio?

• My Multiply site and my Flickr site and at www.betterphoto.com (just search my real name there).

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• When I met Rey Aguila during our photoshoot at PAS (Photo-Art Association of Singapore), he asked me to join ClubSnap (CS) coz many Pinoys are members of CS. During the shoot of Nanda organized by Charby of CS, I met Doc Benji… through him I’ve learned na may nabubuong group ang mga Pinoy sa CS at ayun nabuo ang PinoyCSers na kasama ako.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• Learn to focus on the eyes for portraits, the composition, exposure, and creativity for photography. If you’ll study the works of others, just learn their work flow, their techniques but create your own style or signatures.

When and how did you start photography?

• Year 2000, I started with a Sony DSC S30 digital camera (a merely 1.3MP camera!), it was surprisingly good with a f2.8 max aperture and during that time, astig ka kung naka-digital camera ka. When it died I bought a Canon A520 camera which is the top of the line among the Canon PnS line then. Then I moved to the ‘big guns’ line - DSLR.

Tell us more about your photography history

• Okay, so when I landed a job here in Singapore there are 2 things I promised myself to buy. (1) my first laptop and (2) my first DSLR. When I got my approved credit card from the mail, I literally went the following day at Courts to buy the Canon 350D. Kaskas agad ng credit card for 0% 12 months to pay.
  I initially went alone, shooting anything for the first two weeks until I googled Pinoy Photographers Singapore. And here I am.

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• So far I have Canon 400D and my only lens – a Tamron 17-50mm F2.8. Yung Canon 350D ko ay napunta na sa biyenan ko na film photographer ever since.

Would you consider turning pro?

• Yes why not. Though I must admit that it is kinda scary but when people likes the picture you have for them, it is enough of a reward.

Favorite subjects to capture:

• I’m leaning on concert scenes but it would be hard to pursue unless you have friends who would take you for the ride. Landscapes and scenery would be my next favorite.

Favorite photo captured to date:

• My take on Sydney Opera House.
  This may not be a spectacular shot for you but never in my wildest dream that I thought I will be able to set foot in Sydney. Talagang nung andito ako, lagi ko pinapaalala sa sarili ko na “AJ, asa Sydney ka!” Nakaka-overwhelm yung pakiramdam. One thing I realized, if you set your dream on something, it will come true.

  

  Another image that I like is the shot I have of Raymund Marasigan. Given na yung lumaki tayo sa henerasyon ng Eheads, pero itong banda nya na Sandwich ay gustong gusto ko rin. As with the image above, hindi ko rin akalain na makakapanood ako ng live concert ng Sandwich dito sa Singapore at makakapagkuha pa ng picture sa harap mismo ng stage. Fanboy moment ito at hindi ako mapakali habang concert nila.

  

Name members whose photographs amaze you:

• Gustong gusto ko yung mga macro nila Art, Roy at Leo.
  Gusto ko yung subtle touches ng processing ni Doc Benji.
  Gusto ko rin yung streetphotos ni Alvin.
  Sige na nga, gusto ko rin yung mga kuha ni Eric at Panelo (wag sanang lumaki ang ulo).

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?

• More on dream places: New Zealand’s greenery and fields (ala LOTR) tapos yung scene sa Paris with the Eiffel Tower somewhere in the background.

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• My ever reliable Crumpler 6Million sling bag. Pag umuuwi ako ng Pinas, dito ko nilalagay mga iba kong damit tapos ilalagay ko sya sa maleta, hand carry ko kasi yung isa pang bag na andun yung laptop at camera gear.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• I’d say about 100gb. Dinedelete ko agad yung mga ‘tapon shots’. And once in a while, sinisilip ko library ng photos and delete more especially those rapid fire moments. 5-8 images of the same thing. Hehe

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related to photography?

• Nung nagsisimula pa lang ako, pumunta ako sa may Merlion kasi may fireworks display. Dala dala ko yung 350D, kit lens na 18-55mm at tripod na yero kasi libre lang nung binili ko. Pambihira, pagdating ko dun sa lugar, mga monster camera at monster tripod yung mga katabi ko. Talagang nanliit ako sa mga nakatabi kong lokal. Kulang na lang hipan nila yung tripod ko at pihadong babagsak iyon. Sa isip-isip ko, pinagtatawanan ako ng mga singkit. Pero tinapos ko pa rin yung pag-shoot ko, ayun puro siko, ulo at balikat ang foreground ng fireworks ko. Wala akong matanaw na maayos. Mula nun, di ko na nilabas yung tripod ko. Hanggang ngayon, andun lang sya sa cabinet.

Where can we see your portfolio?

• Meron akong Flickr at personal blog site na share kami ni misis pero minsanan na lang ma-update.

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• Nag-google lang ako ng Pinoy Photographers Singapore. First hit sya. Maski ngayon, first hit pa rin sya. Try mo.
  Very much active since then and I can proudly say that I’ve made friends with the people here. Naging pamilya na rin ang turingan namin dito. Kung umpisa ay shooting buddies lang, ngayon talagang alam mo na okay din naman makasama ang mga members dito. Sama lang ng sama sa mga aya ng shoot at makikita mo rin ang masayang samahan dito.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos.

• For the very very first time users of SLRs or point and shoot for that matter, I always advice to shoot in P mode for the first few months and just learn to tweak ISO and WB. Pag nasanay na sa P mode, level up to Av mode or Tv mode then play with the numbers para malaman mo kung ano ang effect ng changes na ginagawa mo. Pag sanay na, then full manual na.
  Another great advice that I picked up somewhere, change your vantage point of view. Huwag laging eye level and subject mo. Make it interesting and give another dimension to it. Kunwari yung mga food shots, wag lagi from the top ang kuha, move your vantage point from the side of the dish to get another view point.

PinoyCSers continue to make friends with fellow photography enthusiasts based in Singapore. Celebrating the second year anniversary of the group last May 1, 2009 at the Singapore Botanic Gardens, we do away with our cameras (most of us anyway) and savored the camaraderie and fun during this outing. In as much as we would love for the pioneer members to attend the celebration, they are already oceans away from Singapore. The group is now tracking members as far as Canada, Malaysia, Philippines and even Australia.

Thank you all for your support for the site and as we celebrate this anniversary, we are launching a limited edition version 3 of our official PinoyCSers tshirt. Head over to the forums and let Eric Matias know your intention of buying a shirt.

More power to us all and, as always, keep on shooting!

>>>A lot more pictures can be found here.

When and how did you start photography?

• I started teaching myself photography when I first had my digital camera. It was Fujitsu 4800 acquired way back 2002. I believe it was like 1.3MP and I got it through eBay. The first and only thing I got in eBay. I then started learning the terms, basics, and functions of a camera. Was keen on getting SLR camera after a year but it was rather too expensive for me. So I settled for those one-click, twist, wait for the light type camera. Instamatic!

  So it really took me a while before I got my first DSLR and be serious about it. It was March 2007 when I decided it’s high time for me to upgrade my skills… and my camera :P

  And so it started!

Tell us more about your photography history

• Boredom. I was quite new in Singapore back then and I need to do something to kill some time… Visiting killsometime.com or theboredomkiller.com is not adequate.

  So having purchased my first DSLR camera is pretty breathtaking apart from of course I’m shooting alone. That’s when I met this group of boring Filipinos. Started thinking maybe killsometime.com is really that worth it. Kidding aside, these guys became my best friends here in Singapore and we all started PinoyCSers on that very day. As they say, the rest is history.

  Also won a competition here in Singapore. My photo was chosen as the Month’s Best (together with four others) in the Day Scene category of Singapore Flyer photo contest last August and it was included in the finals (Top 10 overall) as well. Not to mention that some of my photos were cited as week’s best for the Singaporean group – Macro Maniacs of Singapore.

  It already paid off!

Basic body and lens setup (name just one body and one lens that you always use)

• Canon 40D and my 70-200mm f2.8 lens. Sweet combination!

Would you consider turning pro?

• If it means shooting for CNN or for those wildlife/nature channels… Yes!

Favorite subjects to capture:

• Nature / Animals / Wildlife – Always been captivated by it.

Favorite photo captured to date:

He smiled for me

My Best Seller (Stock Photo)

Name members whose photographs amaze you

• Steve Parish, Michael Huugan, and almost all professional wildlife photographers. Of course it includes my local heroes, Rey Aguila and Leo Baquerfo of PinoyCSers!

Do you have a visual on a dream image you want to capture?
More like images I want to capture the most…

• Remaining wonders of the ancient world and the new ones as well.
• Current war-torn countries
• Wildlife in Africa

Name one non-electric camera gear that you cannot live without.

• My ever reliable rain plastic cover for my camera.

Approximately, how many gb of photos do you have to date?

• 314 GB. I store every single click captured by my camera as much as I can.

Ever experienced an embarrassing moment related related to photography?

• The Dawn Concert. Packed my gear, checked my batteries, and readied all my lenses. The event came, I assembled everything… I forgot my memory card! I was not able to capture the moment.

  They were my heroes. I grew up listening to their music. *sad face*

Where can we see your portfolio?

• my flickr
• my personal gallery

How did you found out PinoyCSers?

• We actually founded this group on that same day I went out to meet them. In spite of the fact that we merely talked with each other during that shoot we still managed to come up with a name that was agreed upon.

  PinoyCSers is originally from Club Snap forum thread. Most of the founding members were also members of that and are quite active on the thread.

  At first I was having the idea of PinoyCSers as like Pinoy Creative Shooters, then again most of us are starters and it might raise some eyebrows at that time. But hell yeah, at least we are Cool and anyone can be cool like us… thus, PINOY Cool ShootERS!

  We built a photography family not just a shooting buddy.

Give readers one tip to capture great photos

• Patience. Always look for that great moment! It may take a while but it’s worth it.