PHOTOGRAPHERS’ HONOR ROLL 2013 | JOSEPH PASCUAL

The moment he replied to our invitation of featuring his wonderful photographs for this month’s Photo issue, I felt like I was Joseph Pascual-ed. Right there and then, I felt like he shot me with his mutant lens, vision, and passion to play with shades and lights. I first encountered his name (that surname that might make you ask yourself what his relation to renowned fashion photographer BJ Pascual is) on the guest list of Rogue Magazine. I can no longer recall the exact issue. After that, I began doing some research about him and his portfolio and after that, all i can see is a marvelous constellations of his shoots for some of our local magazines (Rogue, Esquire, Preview and Philstar Supreme to name a few).

This Fil-Chinese lensman is just one tough act to follow. He uses  Canon 5D, with a 24-70mm 2.8 and 50mm 1.8 Canon lens. I also read his article for Rogue magazine before on Street Photography and in that one-page contribution, i feel like I can relate to what he was telling the readers. More than his passion for taking beautiful photos of people, I have to say that he is one of the industry’s best lensman even the glossies are honored to have his photos printed on them. 

                                     Photographer’s Portfolio

Jessy Mendiola, shot for Esquire Magazine’s March 2013 issue. 

Barbie Almalbis and Kitchie Nadal for Rogue’s Music Issue, January-February 2012 

Rhian Ramos for Philstar Supreme

Up Dharma Down for Rogue’s Music Issue, January-February 2013

Film Director Aureus Solito in his house in Sampaloc, setting of Eraserheads’ “Huling El Bimbo,” one of the most expensive music video of its time. Shot for Rogue magazine’s Art issue, November 2011. 

BJ Pascual for Philippine Star Youngstar 

Model TV Host Victoria Herrera

Solita Collas-Monsod

                                                 Editor’s Pick

Model Pauline Prieto

Check out Joseph Pascual’s portfolio:

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• Photo Blog

(cover photo courtesy of Joseph Pascual)

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23 May 14 Permalink

by Tricia Franne (@triciaspeaks)

A lot of people - especially teenagers have been busy playing with their cameras and post-processing their photos. Taking photographs might be that easy but for some instances, it may be hard. There are some who are really desperate to get that awesome-and-amazing-photograph without the power of photo editors but how can they capture photos amazingly? Most photographers edit their photos so that it will look great! But what is also the best photo editor?

Here are some tips and suggestions from our featured bloggers:

Rina Oviso of cottonwires

Camera: Canon EOS 550D

• How to get that awesome-and-amazing photograph many people have been longing to get?

“To be able to get that awesome-and-amazing-photograph, I always use manual mode for its much better than auto mode, auto mode is for noob. As my photography professor said, auto mode is for stupid. If you want to use auto mode, then buy digicam instead.”

• What is the best photo editor and why?

“Lightroom is the best photo editor! Post process. That means you will just change some colors. Minimal lang kasi yung mga ineedit. In my photography class before, we never use photoshop for editing.”

• They say that if the megapixels of the camera are low, the shots wouldn’t be that catchy and amazing, d’you believe in that?  

“I guess? The most important in the picture is the quality of the shots. The higher the pixels, the better the shots!”

• What advice or words of encouragement can you give to the people who’s in into photography?

“Just keep on shooting and experiment!”

Lara Murallos of deepfriedjupiter.

Camera: Nikon D3100.

• How to get that awesome-and-amazing photograph many people have been longing to get?

“The best way is just to let the story unfold. You don’t have to instruct anyone to do some poses because there’s going to be no honesty. Just let it unfold.”

• What is the best photo editor and why?

“Photoshop! ‘Cause photoshop is like the Anna Wintour of all photo editors. Once you learn how to manipulate it, it’s going to be a piece of cake. Plus, the more you can experiment. You can also use Adobe Lightroom but I’d go for photoshop.”

• Which do you prefer, manual mode or auto mode?

“I shoot manual most of the time, but when I’m shooting personal family gatherings I go for auto. Mabilisan dapat.”

• They say that if the megapixels of the camera are low, the shots wouldn’t be that catchy and amazing, d’you believe in that?  

“Nope! Definitely not. A photographer is not defined by his or her camera, a photographer is defined by his/her talent in taking pictures with anything. Even if its cellphone camera, DSLR, or digital camera. In that way, you’ll see the excellence of the photographer.”

• What advice or words of encouragement can you give to the people who’s in into photography?

“Keep on shooting, experiment with things, and never stop. Good luck!”

Pauline Alvarezof thepaulineanatomy.

Camera: Nikon D5100 

• How to get that awesome-and-amazing photograph many people have been longing to get?

 ”Having studied photojournalism, shooting an event is like telling a story through a series of photos. It’s best to use manual but if the situation asks for it, like an event where a lot of things are happening and you need to take quick shots before you miss a certain moment, I suggest using automatic.”

• What is the best photo editor and why?

“For me, nothing beats Adobe Photoshop. Although there are a lot of others, but if you’re looking for a software that will generally cater to your basic to ‘pro’ needs, it’s Photoshop.”

• Which do you prefer, manual mode or auto mode?

“Definitely, manual mode. “In photography, this means that you must learn to control the camera, rather letting it control you” hence, it is I who communicate and decide through the way I adjust the lighting, the focus, framing and other factors in taking a photograph. Wherefore it is a mastery of skill and technique, learning to use a certain equipment creatively and effectively.”

• They say that if the megapixels of the camera are low, the shots wouldn’t be that catchy and amazing, d’you believe in that? 

“Who wants a blurry and pixelated photo right? A good camera with a quality MP is needed but the outcome, which is the photo, is entirely upon the photographer on how he/she would make it great.”

• What advice or words of encouragement can you give to the people who’s in into photography?

 ”Have a good camera with you and the rest is up to you. In taking photos, decide and visualize what you want to communicate. Practice, practice, practice. Cos photography is a skill and you must practice so you could learn. No amount of reading and theorizing could amount to the actual experience of holding a camera, hearing the click, and viewing a wonderful photo.”

Czareen Elan of czareenlovestroy.

Camera: Nikon D3100

• How to get that awesome-and-amazing photograph many people have been longing to get?

“You just have to be ready with your camera all the time. So you wouldn’t miss those “picture perfect moments”. And of course, you should master your camera settings. The rest just comes naturally.”

• What is the best photo editor and why? 

“Definitely, Lightroom. Because you can manipulate the photo. The lighting, saturation, contrast, curves, basically all the things needed for enhancing the photo. Plus, it’s so easy to use!”

• Which do you prefer, manual mode or auto mode?

“Manual mode. Because I can manually operate the settings I’d like for my camera. The exposure, the ISO, and the like.”

• They say that if the megapixels of the camera are low, the shots wouldn’t be that catchy and amazing, d’you believe in that?  

“It depends on the megapixels. If we’re talking about 2 megapixels, that’s a different thing. Quality is still important.”

• What advice or words of encouragement can you give to the people who’s in into photography?

“They should always bring their camera with them. Be prepared. Never miss a beautiful shot. They should not be afraid to explore their camera. Learn the settings and they should see things in a different perspective to have a great picture.”

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Project 19/23

submitted by batangbonakid

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Project 18/23

submitted by John Louie Dela Vega

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Project 17/23

submitted by Dio Carabeo

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Project 16/23

submitted by nadiscaryl

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Project 15/23

“Ridgway, Colorado”

submitted by whiteblur

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20 May 10 Permalink

Tumblr Magazine Issue #23 * Cover #27 * MAY 2013 * Photo Issue * ON THE COVER: Hezron Peralta (@hezronperalta)

 photographed by David Guison exclusively for tumblr magazine

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For this 20-year old Computer Science Graduate at Pamantasang Lungsod ng Maynila, life is all about enjoying the little things, living simple and doing what you love. Fashion and Photography are two different world, but somehow, to bring your best designer shoes forward, you’re gonna need a keen lens and a passionate lensman. Hezron Peralta appreciates the thought of dressing up in such style that people can look at him and be inspired to present himself better. And after a twitter interaction with one of the most adored style icon and blogger, David Guison, Hezron discovered that more than the little things, life is a subject in photography that’s full of discovery.

It’s nice to know that the guy taking photographs of DG is also a style savvy. Is this something you really love or DG’s influence?

This is something I really love. Since then, I already love to look presentable sa harap ng tao tapos nung nagtagal, when I started to read blogs dun ko na talagang tinake seriously yung pag-aayos sa sarili ko. As they say, first impression lasts. And kapag nakita ka ng tao, the first thing they will notice is what you wear so for me it is really important to give attention to your style.

How did you guys meet?

Through Twitter, one night he tweeted that he needs someone to help him in his shoots and meetings and the next thing I know, kasama ko na siya and I’m already taking his outfit shots. Hehe

Aside from David, do you take photographs for other style icons? Who are they?

Usually, yung mga blogger friends din. Few times for Miko Carreon and Lissa Kahayon. Then once naman for Vern Enciso and Patricia Prieto.

What camera are you using?

Any base camera, it doesn’t matter, basta maganda ang lens- 35mm or 50mm, maybe.

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Outfit shoots allows Hezron to master the rules of playing with the light. he loves taking photographs during Golden/Magic hour which is around 4-5pm. Aside from outfit, he also enjoys taking candid and nature shots. 

Photographers in the industry that you look up to and what is it their photographs that you love?

-BJ Pascual and Marc Nicdao. Who doesn’t love them anyway? I love all their shots, magazine covers or editorials.

Interests.

-Aside from enhancing the left side of my brain in school, syempre I try to do something for my right din. I love to edit photos and customize my blog layout. Whenever given opportunities, people consult me or ask me to design costumes, stage and invitations for events.

Mga ganung bagay usually ang interests ko since I find my course really stressful. I just need to balance it out.

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When it comes to styling, Hezron focuses more on the detail. Fashion for him, is all about knowing where the right item goes, and how you work what you wear. He told us, “First, it’s not wrong to repeat clothes. If you’d look through my Lookbook account, you’ll see that I’m not afraid to wear again and again clothes. You just have to style it differently whenever you’ll gonna wear it again. Next, always find something to highlight on your outfit. Third, don’t forget about the details of your look. Last, accessorize.”

Your style icons.

David Guison, Peter Adrian, Marcel Floruss and Edward Honaker

Favorite clothing brand.

Oxygen and Forever 21.

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Hezron started tumblogging back in 2011. All I do in Tumblr is to reblog. Then after few months, I decided to delete all of it and post something little personal. Then a year ago, 2012, that’s when I started to post my OOTD (Outfit of the Day).

Tumbloggers you look up to and why?

Aside from DG, Miko Carreon and Gerd Perez really inspired me to put up my own fashion blog. Others would be, Divine Lee and Victor Basa.

5 things we don’t know about you. 

1. As of now, I only have 9 toenails left.

2. Victim of bullying way back in elementary

3. I can sing….sa banyo. Hahaha

4. Yes, I can also dance….sa kwarto!

5. Wala na kong maisip, go back to item no. 1 na lang. Haha

And as a pioneer for the Photo Issue…

I feel so blessed right now. Syempre dati I was just reading blogs, now may nakakapansin na sa craft ko. Patience is really a virtue. Some people will ask me how they will get more followers; I don’t know what to answer. Kasi ako, parang dumating na lang ang lahat.

Yes, medyo matagal din hinintay ko for readers pero it’s still worth it lalo na when people say na naiinspire mo sila. Basta I’m really grateful with the people around me and for the support they are giving -very overwhelming.

Any upcoming gig, project or event you’d like to promote.

Don’t forget to drop by Bloggers United 5 on SMX Convention Center, June 1. I’ll be manning up DG’s booth. Hope to meet y’all there! For collaborations and inquiries don’t hesitate to send me an e-mail: hezronperalta@yahoo.com

You can follow Hezron Peralta at Lookbook, Facebook, and Twitter

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17 May 15 Permalink

Street children, beggars, old man, people with disabilities, smiling faces, busy streets, clouds, flowers, sunsets, sea, birds, bees…you chose these subjects, he chose to just listen and stand in a vantage point where music and photography collides. In this rare interview with (probably one of the best photographers you haven’t encountered here on tumblr) Mr. Noel Tanjeco (@noeltanjeco), you will realize how he earned not just the respect, the day he sold those amazing photo prints for the benefit of his mom, but also the love for the masterpiece in his every shot.

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What is it with live music photography that you chose it to be your subject of interest in photography?

I think it was really the music that drove me to photography. Well, I started listening to music since I was a kid. As my late older brother was the one that introduced me to the OPM bands in the 90s, he provided me with the foundations for my taste in music. I really was into Karl Roy’s Music (That was about 5 years ago I think). I had read this interview in Rogue magazine about him and about Sammy Asuncion of Spy and Pinikpikan/kalayo. Which inspired me to find them listen to their music live. 

 You must be a huge fan of OPM bands then.

I reallly am. I have been a fan of OPM from the 90’s pa. I had been listening to Razorback, Wolfgang, POT ( super Karl Roy Fan), Kapatid,  Peryodiko, 3 headed dog, Peso Movement, Kjwan, Queso, Kastigo, Powertones, Black Wolf Gypsies, Jcab, Magdalena, Gumby dies today, the Strangeness, Up dharma down, Kalayo, pedicab,the youth, Gaijin, faintlight, Turbogoth, the people I met sa pinoyjazzfest; (did you know na there’s a ton of Pinoy jazz artist that are so good?) sobrang dame pa its blowing my mind! With the boom of self producing musicians right now, its not hard to look for good quality music and not just the ones that you just see on sunday noon time shows. Its becomes an adventure finding new music.

At what age did you realized that you have the knack for photography?

I started out late in photography. I think it was about 4-5 years ago (my very late 20’s). I was on a trip to Dumaguete and I only had this point and shoot. And I just kept on taking photos. Then the bug bit me(like everyone else). From then on I started again going to bars listening, watching and taking photos from my phone. Then the dawn of social media came, I uploaded my photos then lo and behold I had musicians that I listen to,  use my phone photos as their profile pictures. It was such an extreme high.  Then it dawned at me that “Hey, I might have something good here….” from then on the obsession never ended. 

Recall your first time taking photos on a live concert.

Sure… lets see… I was drunk… no dslr… had a Sony Ericsson mobile phone, I was watching Paramita for the first time and… couldn’t remember anything more.

To take those great photographs of live acts, in such angle that we can hear them singing just by looking at your photos…you must be in the front row. Do you get these sponsored gigs? free passes? VIP access or you pay for it? Enlighten us with how things are working on here.

Can I curse here? Kase that’s the best effing compliment I ever had! Salamat! I try to be on the front row if I can. It was Robert Capa who said it best. “If your photographs aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.”  I haven’t gotten sponsored gigs (not even close) nor VIP access. It was only last year that I had been given the greatest opportunity. It was taking photos for P.I.Jazzfest. But almost all of the time I still pay to get into gigs. Here is what I do; If I see a gig on the net or on facebook that I want to take photos of. I email them asking if I can take photos. 99% will say no, but there’s a 1% chance that you’ll get a yes. And once you get the opportunity, make sure that your images back it up.

How often do you go to these live concerts?

The most that I had done was 3 times a week before. But because of work, I try to get to gigs at least once a week or once every 2 weeks. 

Best act you’ve seen. (What band/artist?)

Toe. Man… that band is so tight… 

Dream live music experience. (what band/artist | local or foreign)

For the foreign act - I’d love to catch Led Zeppellin (if ever they’d do a reunion again). Have you seen their photos from the 70s? I wish I was there! It was the start of concert photography. Have you seen the photo of Jimmy page drinking Jack Daniels (by Neal Preston) or the one with Robert Plant has a dove on his hand and a beer and cigarettes on the other(by James Fortune)? Those shots are the ones that I strive for every waking day of my photographic life. 

For Local - I wish I was with Kalayo when they toured Europe or the Eraserheads when they toured America. It would have been a great honor to create photos from those tours. 

What camera are you using?

It’s a nikon d7000 and an Iphone sometimes

 Do you have any self rules when it comes to photography? Probably some techniques that only you know? 

Self rules, well, I think of the musician first. As with any photographer, its always the subject that is important. Without them your photos are worthless. Its like the photo of the Afghan Girl (by Steve McCurry) without her eyes that images would be worth shit. So think of your subject first before thinking of those free entrance, free beers, free access and all that you think comes with being a concert photographer. 

With regards to techniques. Everything I learned is on the web. And practice. Still trying to earn my 10,000 hours. Its how you apply what you learned that will create unique images. 

 Photographers you look up to and why?

This is gonna be a long one. So please bear with me…

Jim Marshall, Neal Preston, James Fortune and all those photogs in the 60’s and 70’s. They paved the way for us young fry to create stunning images and document the present. I am eternally grateful.

-Nina Sandejas, Mark Terrence Sy, Roxanne Nebres, Cris Pangan, Isi Laureano,Brutal Grace Guino, Eddie Boy Escudero, Kalle Björklid, Yoshiharu Ota, Todd and Chris Owyoung, Chase Jarvis, Zack Arias(He answered one of my Tumblr asks) Adam Elmakias. They are the photographers I strive to be 10 years from now. 

Can I just mention Vin Dancel, he’s not a photog, but he is one of the people I look up and I am always grateful for all the opportunities he has given me. And have you seen the photographers in Tumblr? Grabe, ang gagaling!

                                  PHOTOGRAPHER’S PORTFOLIO

(following images are photographs of Sungha Jung, Riley Strong of Desecrator, Julian Savard of Save Me Hollywood, Vin Dancel of Peryodiko, and Biboy Garcia of Queso)

                                                EDITOR’S PICK

Basti Artadi of Wolfgang

 Rico Blanco

photographed by Noel Tanjeco

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17 May 21 Permalink

Project 12/23

submitted by k-a-l-o-n

photographed by Mj de Castro

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