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Aliwan Fiesta 2012 | Street Dance

Published on 2012-04-25 22:47:00

Aliwan Fiesta 2012 | Street Dance, a set on Flickr.To me, the street dancers are the star of the show. The effort they have put into all their performances--at the Quirino Grandstand, Rajah Sulayman, and Aliw Theater is just beyond belief! Their stamina amid the heat of the summer sun while keeping that captivating smile on their faces is just admirable and commendable!Read more: The Pinoy ExplorerThank you for subscribing to INKBLOTS: life as it happens! > read more

When "It's more fun in the Philippines!" clicks, and when it doesn't

Published on 2012-01-10 03:24:00

Filipinos are known for their sunny and cheerful disposition. Filipinos are also so adaptable and resilient that, in fact—as a way of coping, Filipino can still laugh and smile amid natural calamities, economic difficulties, and social tragedies. Needless to say, it is this very trait that rallies the Filipino people, once again—through the power of social media, towards promoting the Philippines as a prime tourist and travel destination. The Department of Tourism’s (DOT) new campaign s [..] > read more

TAXIKICK: Will it click?

Published on 2012-01-03 23:55:00

As the new year ushers, there comes a new private initiative on policy and law enforcement. Taxikick seems like a knight dressed in shining armor to defend taxi or cab passengers who were, in one way or another, fell victims to so-called abusive taxi drivers. At first glance, it looks like it has become the hope of the helpless. In fact, based on its website as of January 4, 2012 it has become so popular that it been tweeted 842 times, and recommended in Facebook by around 2,000 individuals. [..] > read more

Egosurfing "Pinoy Explorer"

Published on 2012-01-02 20:25:00

When I registered my previous travel blog hosted in "ding-explore.blogspot.com" into its own dotcom now called www.thepinoyexplorer.com, I did not realize that there are two other "pinoy explorers" in the net. One is hosted in blogspot.com and the other one is a Philippine TV program hosted by actor Aga Muhlach. So this is my disclaimer that this similarities are purely unintentional. I think the article "the" made the difference when I was registering, and I was the first one who registered [..] > read more

The Pinoy Explorer | Batanes' oldest Ivatan house

Published on 2011-12-14 21:30:00

When I took these photos last September 17, 2007, it was 3 days after the anniversary of the earthquake and the house was exactly 120 years old. Auntie Ida (Ivatans or locals commonly call elders, auntie) or Florestida Estrella, then 81, owns the house. I do not know if she is still alive. If it were so, she would be 85 by now, and the house is now 124 years oldRead more about this at: Eureka! | Batanes' oldest Ivatan house ~ THE PINOY EXPLORERThank you for subscribing to INKBLOTS: life as it ha [..] > read more

The Pinoy Explorer | Calapan Bay by day and night

Published on 2011-12-14 21:28:00

Initially, I thought it was just an ordinary daily scene. But then peeping through the grills of the fence that separates the sea and the hotel, I noticed some people gleaning (it was a lowtide). Again, another dramatic scene I always wanted to capture through my lenses. So, I dashed back to my room and grabbed my camera backpack and in minutes, I was shooting the beautiful scenery. Thus for three mornings, what could be better than enjoying morning sun, sniffing the salty sea air, savoring yo [..] > read more

The Pinoy Explorer | Shooting cascades in Papa-a

Published on 2011-12-11 00:35:00

It was a refreshing weekend getaway--literally and figuratively. Join me as I journey in one of unknown travel destinations in Mindoro.Read more at: Shooting cascades in Papa-a ~ THE PINOY EXPLORERThank you for subscribing to INKBLOTS: life as it happens! > read more

The Pinoy Explorer: Revisiting Barangay Calima

Published on 2011-12-11 00:30:00

Barangay calima is just an ordinary village. However there are some things that make it endearing--its people, nature and all that come with it.Read more at: Revisiting Barangay Calima ~ THE PINOY EXPLORERThank you for subscribing to INKBLOTS: life as it happens! > read more

The Pinoy Explorer: A short immersion at Pula's Iraya village

Published on 2011-12-11 00:17:00

Recently, I extended an official trip in Mindoro to include a one rest day for me. This is the first of a series I blogged about Mindoro. Check out my first experience about communing with Mangyan Iraya tribe at:A short immersion at Pula's Iraya village ~ THE PINOY EXPLORERThank you for subscribing to INKBLOTS: life as it happens! > read more

EXPLORED!: Awesome sunset in Butuan City

Published on 2011-11-25 07:10:00

It is not very often you get to witness a stunning sunset that gives you goosebumps. For a photography junkie like me, you should never, never, never let it pass just like that. If you are lucky enough to bring with you a camera, that would be heaven, but you will forever be haunted by your conscience if you did not--you know the feeling that makes you uneasy and makes you curse yourself why on earth you did not bring any camera at all!Read more at:EXPLORED!: Awesome sunset in Butuan CityThank [..] > read more

Pangkat Aklat: Flickristasindios reaches out to Isla Pulo

Published on 2011-11-14 10:28:00

More than 300 new and old books in Filipino, English, Math, Literature, and other reference books were gathered for 4 weeks by the members of Flickristasindios from among its members, and organizations like CANVAS and CI Philippines.Just a few days before the typhoon Pedring struck Luzon, the books finally reached its intended beneficiaries on September 24, 2011--the school children (both elementary and high school) of Isla Pulo, which sits in the fringes of fishponds located off the coast of Ma [..] > read more

Inkblots is now tweeting!

Published on 2011-06-06 05:00:00

I had a personal Twitter account but I deleted it because I thought I have been managing too many social networking accounts. But then, I thought of using Twitter to gain more readership of my blogs which I am trying to revive after a self-impo > read more

Photography and the art of seeing

Published on 2011-05-18 18:50:00

In February this year, the members of Lightpainters Photography Club (LPC) had the chance to meet with Virgie Teresita a.k.a. Imago2007 in Flickr. She is a US-based interior designer who dabbles in photography. Virgie, has earned the resp > read more

Winning a photo contest

Published on 2011-05-17 07:06:00

Winning a photo contest for the first time (well, officially and with a prize for that matter) gives a different high! Recently, I won a photo contest by the Foundation for Sustainable Society, Inc. (FSSI) and Concepts Commune, which is in advo > read more

Inkblots' 100 most popular photos

Published on 2011-04-20 07:38:00

For more than 3 years, I have put my heart into photography. I just wanna share with you my Flickr set of photos which are most popular based on views, comments and faves.Feel free to share... Advanced Happy Easter to all! Thank you for subscribing t > read more

Missing cordi

Published on 2011-03-09 08:50:00

Missing cordi Originally uploaded by Inkblots™ One of the joys of my work as a social development worker is the opportunity to go to different places, like Benguet in the Cordilleras. From afar, I could already see the clouds rolling over the moun > read more

Cory Aquino: An inexhaustible gift to democracy

Published on 2011-02-24 11:45:00

Author's note: This article was re-published by this author from www.devcomsync.org. An express permission was sought from the website owner. In commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of EDSA People Power Revolution, and although this article > read more

A date with Heidi Mendoza

Published on 2011-02-14 07:34:00

Courtesy of "We Support You, Heidi mendoza" In the Facebook page set up to support Heidi Mendoza, the most recent whistle blower in the issues concerning the plea bargaining agreement of ex-General and AFP comptroller Carlos Garcia, she reiterated: > read more

A date with Heidi Mendoza

Published on 2011-02-14 07:34:00

Courtesy of "We Support You, Heidi mendoza"In the Facebook page set up to support Heidi Mendoza, the most recent whistle blower in the issues concerning the plea bargaining agreement of ex-General and AFP comptroller Carlos Garcia, she reiterated:"re > read more

Let's get loud with plastic!

Published on 2011-02-12 11:49:00

Maej, my former work colleague tagged me in one of her photos, which happened to be ladies’ beauty accessories. And why would she tag me, I thought. I would never buy those. But then, I got curious about the material. So I a > read more

Let's get loud with plastic!

Published on 2011-02-12 11:49:00

Maej, my former work colleague tagged me in one of her photos, which happened to be ladies’ beauty accessories. And why would she tag me, I thought. I would never buy those. But then, I got curious about the material. So I a > read more

Movie: Crossroads

Published on 2011-02-11 23:15:00

Some HBO movies these days are becoming too boring that missing movies is not that a big deal. Star Movies shows newer blockbuster hits. While shuffling from one channel to another, I chanced upon "Crossroads." It was quite old.&nbs > read more

Movie: Crossroads

Published on 2011-02-11 23:15:00

Some HBO movies these days are becoming too boring that missing movies is not that a big deal. Star Movies shows newer blockbuster hits. While shuffling from one channel to another, I chanced upon "Crossroads." It was quite old.&nbs > read more

At home [and at peace] with HDR Photography

Published on 2011-02-07 07:45:00

When I saw Tony Remington's Photo set on high dynamic range (HDR), my attitude and perception towards HDR has completely changed. Earlier in my photography, most of the HDRs I saw looks surreal and unreal. As a beginner, I thought, this i > read more

At home [and at peace] with HDR Photography

Published on 2011-02-07 07:45:00

When I saw Tony Remington's Photo set on high dynamic range (HDR), my attitude and perception towards HDR has completely changed. Earlier in my photography, most of the HDRs I saw looks surreal and unreal. As a beginner, I thought, this i > read more

By popular demand

Published on 2010-10-20 11:12:00

Image via Wikipedia I have been a Flickr user since March 2007 or 3 years and 7 months to be exact. My PRO account expires on November 5, 2010. So far I have been satisfied with Flickr services, especially when it comes to protecting my photos from > read more

By popular demand

Published on 2010-10-20 11:12:00

Image via WikipediaI have been a Flickr user since March 2007 or 3 years and 7 months to be exact. My PRO account expires on November 5, 2010.So far I have been satisfied with Flickr services, especially when it comes to protecting my photos from be > read more

"I like it on my keyboard."

Published on 2010-10-06 18:17:00

Last night, I was browsing through Facebook and saw a couple of statuses from two of my female friends. One "I like it on my bed." and another likes it "in the closet." Apparently, this is another creative way of spreading the awareness of and > read more

"I like it on my keyboard."

Published on 2010-10-06 18:17:00

Last night, I was browsing through Facebook and saw a couple of statuses from two of my female friends. One "I like it on my bed." and another likes it "in the closet."Apparently, this is another creative way of spreading the awareness of and s > read more

Announcing the Top 10 CNN Heroes 2010

Published on 2010-09-24 10:33:00

Image via WikipediaPreviously, I blogged about CNN's announcement about its search for the CNN Heroes 2010. Well, there is no Filipino nominee this time, but I am sure, there is no dearth of exemplary Filipinos, doing their heroic acts. The Top > read more

Announcing the Top 10 CNN Heroes 2010

Published on 2010-09-24 10:33:00

Image via WikipediaPreviously, I blogged about CNN's announcement about its search for the CNN Heroes 2010. Well, there is no Filipino nominee this time, but I am sure, there is no dearth of exemplary Filipinos, doing their heroic acts.The Top > read more

Who will be the 2010 CNN Hero of the Year?

Published on 2010-09-22 10:04:00

Image via WikipediaCNN has made an announcement that it will disclose its 2010 Top 10 CNN Heroes. According to CNN, the announcement will be made on September 23, 2010, at 1PM at CNN.com., which will commence an online voting. We recall that, > read more

Who will be the 2010 CNN Hero of the Year?

Published on 2010-09-22 10:04:00

Image via WikipediaCNN has made an announcement that it will disclose its 2010 Top 10 CNN Heroes. According to CNN, the announcement will be made on September 23, 2010, at 1PM at CNN.com., which will commence an online voting.We recall that, in > read more

Video | Manila : Queen of the Pacific

Published on 2010-09-17 12:52:00

Video credit: The Travel Film Archive My late father always talked about his Escolta walks. As a kid who grew in the province, I never had an inkling of how Manila looked like. I only knew about it from my father's pictures, and later on > read more

Video | Manila : Queen of the Pacific

Published on 2010-09-17 12:52:00

Video credit: The Travel Film ArchiveMy late father always talked about his Escolta walks. As a kid who grew in the province, I never had an inkling of how Manila looked like. I only knew about it from my father's pictures, and later on w > read more

PAL Photo Contest: Another copyright infringement?

Published on 2010-08-19 11:28:00

I have gotten tired of commenting on photo contests, which are, allegedly, violating the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines. But then, here is another one brandishing its audacity in the midst of Filipino photographers who are fighting fo > read more

PAL Photo Contest: Another copyright infringement?

Published on 2010-08-19 11:28:00

I have gotten tired of commenting on photo contests, which are, allegedly, violating the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines.But then, here is another one brandishing its audacity in the midst of Filipino photographers who are fighting for > read more

A people's victory

Published on 2010-07-11 11:14:00

I have been wanting to create a video of my photo documentaries. Last Friday night, I tried to learn more about Olympus Studio 2 software which came as a bundle with my camera, which I haven't used for so long. I was more bent on using Adobe Photos > read more

What now, Filipinos?

Published on 2010-07-03 07:45:00

So, the automated election fever took us by surprise! Filipinos was in awe how fast can we determine the next leader of the country. Of course, there were fears and premonitions of cheating--the hi-tech way and the electoral protest for t > read more

2010 Election List of Candidates

Published on 2010-04-26 21:47:00

Barely two weeks before the elections, have you decided who will you vote? Do you know your presidentiables, vice presidentiables and senatoriables? The candidates to three key positions may be easy to remember, but hey! There are n > read more

2010 Earth Hour Pilipinas and Photo/Video Contest

Published on 2010-03-23 09:37:00

LAST YEAR, my kids and their cousins participated in observing Earth Hour. This year, my family will be participating again!This year Earth Hour Philippines aims for the participation of over 15 Million Filipinos in over 1000 towns and cities nation > read more