Umbrella Details

This colorful and wonderfully decorated umbrella is part of the Pakaradyan Festival float, an entry from Malapatan, Saranggani Province.

According to the Aliwan Fiesta website:
The municipality of Malapatan in Saranggani province is participating with a float entry. The Pakaradyan is a term used for any festivity in the area – be it a kalilang (wedding), a kuyog (procession), or the enthronement of the sultan. In Saranggani, a pakaradyan celebration is highlighted by beautiful Maguindanaoan décor artfully arranged. The sound of drums, kulintang, and agung are heard the whole day. The Pakaradyan is an opulent feast to fill the senses.

*** Jenn ***

Purple Flower

To continue with the Baguio City flower pictures...






Taken from the grounds of Saint Joseph Church, I found the flowers very pretty (I am a bit biased, purple is my favorite color), so before entering the church, I took some pictures. It was quite sunny that day, so I am having a difficult time checking the LCD of my camera, so out of about 7 pictures taken, these two were the good ones. I hope the beauty of the flower was able to compensate. =)

Happy week, everyone!

*** Jenn ***

Butterfly

Continuing with the butterfly pictures from Baluarte...




My last visit to Baluarte prior to this one, much of the butterflies were of this species. When I get back there last May, I told myself that I would minimize taking pictures of the butterfly of this kind, but when this landed in the plant right in front of me, I wasn't able to resist.

I guess the fact that it was a bit friendly made it easier for me to take pictures of it. It was a willing model, and I am a willing photographer. I actually was able to place my finger under its belly and carry it, but that picture will be posted in a different time. =)

*** Jenn ***

Cell Site

Taken last March while walking home. I love the look of the clouds providing nice background for the cell site, and since I always bring my camera even though I am just walking in the neighborhood (I was in La Union the day I shot this), I see no reason why I shouldn't take a picture of it. I only took one shot, and I think I put the cell site way off to the right, but I hope this picture is still appreciated. =)

Happy weekends!

*** Jenn ***

Pangarap Ko (My Dream)

Mula nang maging interesado ako sa potograpiya, pinangarap ko ng magkaroon ng DSLR Camera. Minsan naitanong ko, magiging mas maayos ba akong litratista kung ako ay may DSLR camera? Maraming nagsabing oo, pero siyempre nasa akin pa rin iyon kung paano ko ima-maximize ang potensyal ng aking camera.

{Ever since I got interested with photography, I have always dreamed of owning a DSLR Camera. Once I asked, will I be a better "picture taker" if I have a DSLR Camera? Many said yes, but of course it boils down to me and how I maximize the potential of my camera.}

Ngunit hindi lamang ang pagkakaroon ng camera ang pangarap ko. Kaakibat ng pagkakaroon ng gamit na ganito ay ang mga pangarap na makasama sa mga photo walks ng mga kagaya ko ring mahilig sa potograpiya, ang makapag-aral sa ilalim ng pagtuturo ni Jo Avila, at higit sa lahat - ang makapunta sa iba't ibang panig ng Pilipinas at kunan ng litrato ang samu't saring elemento na magpapatunay na isa sa pinakamagandang bansa ang Pilipinas.

{But I am not just dreaming of owning the camera. Part of it are dreams of joining photo walks of people who are photo enthusiasts just like me, learning under the supervision of Jo Avila - and most of all - going to different parts of the Philippines, take pictures of different elements that would attest that the Philippines really is one of the most beautiful countries.}

Ang litratong ito ay kinunan Oktubre 2008 sa San Juan, La Union. Ako ay nandoon upang saksihan ang unang araw ng "Surf Break 3" pagkatapos kong bisitahin ang puntod ng aking ama. Natuwa ako sa grupong ito kaya kinuhanan ko sila ng litrato. Pangarap kong isang araw maging katulad na rin nila ako.

{This picture was taken October 2008 in San Juan, La Union. I was there to watch the first day of "Surf Break 3" after visiting my dad's grave. I really liked this bunch of photographers who shoot their hearts out that day. I dream to be just like them one day.}

*** Jenn ***