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BORING MONDAYS S91 | CITYSCAPES | Urban Landscape | Cityskylines | Photography | LeadingLines & More #CityscapePhotography #LongExposure #UrbanLandscape Session 91 of Boring Mondays will tackle Cityscape Photography and we have invited skilled and talented photographers whose wheelhouse is in capturing the beauty of urban landscapes and city skylines. Our guests will enlighten us on the right lenses to use, give us tips on the best tricks in the book, and discuss the challenges of this niche.  Joining us in this session on JUNE 27th are our expert cityscape photographers: Jay Jallorina, Brix Tan & Renan Cruz. SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  JUNE 27, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time Facebook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/parccruz YouTube LIVE: http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE: https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP​ #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Profession​ #Session91 #Gears #City #Buildings #Bridges #Skils #WideAngles #Lenses #ManmadeFeatures #Education #Brand #JayJallorina #BrixTan #RenanCruz

SPECIAL EPISODE (EP23): MEL CORTEZ | THE STORYTELLER | Wedding Photojournalist | Pro Photographer PH #MELCORTEZ #Photojournalist #Wedding --------------------------------------- SHOW'S RECAP: There was a lot to unpack from our interview with Mel Cortez and I knew I did not make the mistake of calling this session "The Storyteller" because his colorful career as a photojournalist and photographer is truly one for the books. Here are 7 things we learned about him: 1. He started his journey into photography after his brother gifted him his first camera. Unlike most people who took this as a hobby, he tried to sell his photos right away because he documented sports leagues and figured he could earn from it. 2. Mel eventually tried his hand at social documentaries and took photos of real-life events and issues that people need to care about. He built his network of photojournalists, even mentored a lot of them, and became the first chairman of the Photojournalist Center of the Philippines. However, he considers himself the "softest" among the lot because there are tougher and more hard-lined photojournalists than him.  3. However, he also established Decisive Moments, his wedding photography business. Admittedly, photojournalists aren't paid substantially in this country. With his talent, Mel introduced wedding photojournalism around the early 2000s. It proved to be a success because they used to cover more than 200 weddings a year. 4. He documented the 1989 coup and was right at the action of the bloody bombing in Camp Crame. He maintains that photojournalism is not for everyone. He said this isn't about the money nor the passion.  "Ginagawa mo yan dahil gusto mong ipakita ang nangyayari; gusto mo ng pagbabago gamit ang kamera bilang instrumento mo."  5. During the interview, Mel confessed that he wasn't sure he could last the night because his usual routines have been on pause for such a long time as a result of the lockdowns. To keep his mind, body, and psyche active, he diversified and got into different businesses and now calls himself a "jack of all trades."  6. The controversy behind the "no-pay-no-shoot policy" in public landmarks a few years back started when he was teaching some students in Luneta and they were told off by the guards. He expressed his disappointment over it on social media and the topic immediately trended. Because of what happened, Mel saw the gaps in the industry that he felt had to be addressed so he established advocacies to protect photographers. He received both positive and negative feedback for the causes that he supports. 7. While he's still an advocate at heart, Mel said that he has mellowed down in recent years. Today, he focuses on the more amusing and humorous things in life and has enriched his spiritual relationship with his Creator.  In parting, Mel also wanted to let the new generation know that making a name in photography doesn't happen overnight; it is built by experience. Check out our past episodes here: http://www.youtube.com/c/PARCHERE/playlists --------------------------------------- #PARCHERE #FBLIVE #YOUTUBE #Artist #photograph #photography #model #product #advertising #people #president #personalities #street #highprofile #landscape #videopodcast #talkshow #live #EP23 #Episode23 #SpecialEpisode #MEL #CORTEZ #Journalism #ProWedding #Learning #Training #Photographs #Fundamentals #InFocus #Inspire #Facilitator #Influencer #Endorser #TheStoryteller PhotoMarket  Philippines

BORING MONDAYS | Session 90 | BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!! | ABACUS - MR. HANDY TO | The Shop Series #camerashop #abacuscommunicationmarketing #TheShopSeries Handy To -- who doesn't know him? The friendly, neighborhood smiling Chinese guy is a very familiar personality for many people who frequent Greenhills, specifically Virra-Mall. His store, Abacus, has been there for ages and for a lot of Greenhills' physical transformation.  Handy and Abacus, are the old school source for many people into electronics, I.T., and photography. While Handy is seldom seen, because he's a very shy guy in real life, he has agreed to sit down with us to help us chart the beginnings of his family-owned business. Handy is also a photographer-hobbyist so we have more to talk about!  We're also going to take this chance to show our appreciation for Handy and Abacus because we seldom get to say "thank you" in person to store owners like Handy for the service they provide.  This is going to be our second interview for The Shop Series #2 ["BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!"]. Come and join us as we talk to Handy and learn how Abacus has started, grown, and thrived all these years. Mark the date: JUNE 20, 2022 7:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time)  SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  Facebook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/parccruz YouTube LIVE: http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE: https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz PREVIOUS SHOP SERIES W/ Henry's Camera: https://youtu.be/dD_2ndQgYxY #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow​ #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Session90 #Distributor #Shopping #Camera #Lens #Sale #Promo #Owner #Business #History #ButWaitTheresMore #TSS

BORING MONDAYS | S89 | BIKEOHOLICS | Road, MTB, Hybrid, Cyclocross, Folding, Touring Bikes & More #BIKES #SPORTS #HOBBY We're hitting the brakes on one of the most popular sports or hobby in the country today.  For Boring Mondays Session 89, we've invited professional cyclists and bicycle enthusiasts to discuss about the different types of bikes (mountain bikes, electric bikes, hybrid/commuter bikes...to name a few). They are also going to educate us on the proper gear, road safety and ethics. Please join us with our guests: Kimi Grande, Fox Racing Philippines Brand Ambassador and Sponsored rider for Wheelworks & Salt X; Nammi Gardoce, Fox Racing Philippines Ambassador and a Bronze Medalist in the 31st Sea Games women's downhill leg; Lian Cayco, an MTB Bike advocate, Sponsored and rider for Wheelworks, and fellow photographer; and two of our friends who need no introduction...marunong daw rin sila pumadyak: Winok & Renan.  Get ready for a ride on JUNE 13, 2022 with my co-hosts Rommel, Macky, Ga & Phey. SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  JUNE 13, 2022 - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/parccruz YouTube LIVE : http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE : https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP​ #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Profession​ #Session89 #Gears #Education #Parts #Brand #Trail #Health #FoxRacingPH #KimiGrande #NammiGardoce #LianCayco #WinokCruz #RenanCruz

BORING MONDAYS S87 | THE FORUMS | Digital Photographer Philippines | DPP | Community Talk | Members #TheForums #DPP #Community Here's a throwback to the photography forum days two decades ago! We're bringing back the good 'ole days of threaded discussions and debates before the explosion of social media.  Back in the day, photography hobbyists talked and shared in online forums -- using avatars and usernames-- and had their own moderators, officers, and operators. We've invited some of the most prolific contributors among the many photography forums in the country. How did these forums shape them and the community as it is today?  We're also throwing in a surprise guest(s), who were important figures in one of the most popular forums before and we'll ask them how they navigated the changes when online discussions shifted to social media.  Join us on this session of Boring Mondays MAY 30, 2022 - at 7:30 PM (Philippines Standard Time) OUR GUESTS: PILAR BONNIN,  NIKO MIGUEL G. VILLEGAS, RICKY LADIA, ALY REYES & ÏSÏ LÄÜRËÄNÖ  Facebook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/parccruz Facebook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/PARCHERE YouTube LIVE: http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE: https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP​ #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Profession​ #Session87 #Debate #Discussions #Drama #Talk #Fun #Knowledge #DigitalPhotographerPhilippines

BORING MONDAYS | Session 86 | SNEAKER HEADS | Trading | Re-selling | Collection | Rare | Shoes | PH #SneakerHeads #Hobby #Collection We're shifting to another hobby for the next episode of Boring Mondays Session 86 titled SNEAKERHEAD. We've asked some Sneakerheads to join us for a night of chatting about, what else -- sneakers! If you're a collector or you're fond of all kinds of sneakers, we'd love for you to join us as we talk to a shop owner, reseller, profilers, and collectors about the shoe business. How does one start a collection or run a business, trading re-selling shoes? They'll also share tips and tricks on how to properly take care of that precious footwear and a lot more.   Please welcome our guests KENNETH MERCADO ( AftermarketPhilippines ), ABRAHAM SOLIVEN OTICO, CARLO GUISON,  PHEY PALMA (HK) & MARC ERWIN CRUZ, and join us on MAY 23, 2022 - 7:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time). SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/parccruz Facebook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/PARCHERE YouTube LIVE: http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE: https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP​ #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Profession​ #Session86 #Gears #Sale #GreatFind #Profilers #Shop #Resellers #Collectors #Nike #Adidas #Jordans #Converse #350 #Boost #Swoosh #Shoes

BORING MONDAYS | Session 85 | FPPF | The Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation | Manila #FPPF #Instructors #Workshops  It's another interesting night on Boring Mondays as we have some of the prestigious instructors of The Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation (FPPF), the organization that has worked to uplift the welfare of Pinoy photographers and the industry for over 30 years. Many successful photographers have gained from the FPPF, which has produced some of the greatest artists we have in the country.  For session #85 of Boring Mondays, we are going to talk to the people behind FPPF; the teachers who have helped dozens of aspiring photographers develop their skills, build their career, or win accolades here and abroad. What are their plans now that it looks like things are looking up again, after the pandemic? Join me and my co-hosts on MAY 16, 2022 - 7:30PM (Philippine Standard Time) with our panel of guests : Pablo Beltran, Ador Pamintuan, Victor Sison, Joe Galian, Elwin Noche, Rey Castañeda & Jam Ramos. SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  FaceBook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/parccruz FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/PARCHERE YouTube LIVE : http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE : https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP​ #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Profession​ #Session85 #Knowledge #School #Manila #PabloBeltran #AdorPamintuan #VictorSison #JoeGalian #ElwinNoche #ReyCastañeda #JamRamosa

SPECIAL EPISODE (EP22): LITO SY | TIMELESS | Professional Wedding Photographer | Int. WPPI | WPPP PH #LITOSY #Wedding #Professional ---------------------- SHOW RECAP: It took us two years to land this interview but the wait was worth it -- it's probably one of my favorites. Here are x things we've learned from premier Filipino photographer, Lito Sy: 1. He came from a big family with 10 kids, and three of them ventured into photography. At a young age, he was already business-minded and had planned on moving from Davao to Manila to expand his opportunities. 2. One of his ambitions as a young man was to become a captain of a ship, who would get to see a lot of beautiful places and beautiful women. However, he ended in photography, where he still got to travel and take photos of beautiful people. 3. What keeps him grounded is his roots and background as someone who grew up in Davao. However, he was able to make a name in metropolitan Manila, and beyond, because of his charisma and approachable personality. He's quite the comedian in person. 4. He talked about his disappointments but acknowledged that these had to happen, had to be his destiny, to get to where he is today. One of his realizations now, when he's near retirement, is he should have a properly balanced work and family/personal life. 5. He's the ultimate romantic. In this interview, a lot of his reflections on his life and career are always attached to a memory of someone he used to love. By the way, he's single and still ready to mingle! 6. He's got a lot of hobbies because he wants to enjoy whatever he can while he's still physically and mentally able to. YOLO! 7. He opened up about what really happened with that controversial debutante photoshoot in Malacañang Palace in 2017. 8. He's contented and happy where his career got him and even named the people who believe will become the next Lito Sy. Watch the video to find out who! ---------------------- From the early days of PARC HERE LIVE, we knew we wanted to have a one-on-one with a highly-acclaimed wedding photographer who has made a name both here and abroad. We're happy to announce that it's finally happening! On MAY 14 2022, PARC HERE will roll out the red carpet for the one and only Master Wedding Photographer Lito Sy as we sit down with him to get to know the artist on a deeper level. In this business, his name is most recognized as an award-winning photographer, who is the only Asian Double Master of the WPPI - Honors of Excellence, which is a peer-led rating competition among photographers who are dedicated to their craft. As with our previous episodes of PARC HERE LIVE, this will not be your usual photography interview. We'll strive to uncover more of the artist & the human side -- what makes him THE LITO SY? Join me and my co-hosts Macky Alejandro & Rommel Marcelo in EPISODE 22 titled "TIMELESS" on MAY 14, 2022 SATURDAY, 8:30 PM (Philippine Standard Time) SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON: Facebook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/parccruz http://www.facebook.com/PARCHERE YouTube LIVE: http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE ------- Check out our past episodes here: http://www.youtube.com/c/PARCHERE/playlists #PARCHERE #FBLIVE #YOUTUBE #Artist #photograph #photography #model #product #advertising #people #president #personalities #street #highprofile #landscape #videopodcast #talkshow #live #EP22 #Episode22 #SpecialEpisode #LITO #SY #Travel #ProWedding #TeamLitoSy # #Learning #Training #Photographs #Fundamentals #InFocus #Inspire #Facilitator #Influencer #Endorser #MasterPhotographer #Davao #Timeless

BORING MONDAYS | Session 84 | THE TOWN HALL | HALALAN 2022 | Team Talk | Anything Under The Sun BMS #TheTownHall #TeamTalk #HALALAN2022 It's another Town Hall episode this week, without any specific topics to discuss, because we will be monitoring the election results. By this time, the numbers may be almost clear as to who has won or lost. We'll be laying down our cards as we talk about politics...and then some. To keep things pleasant, Bb. Pilipinas Candidate #18, Ma. Isabela David, has agreed to sit down with us and talk about anything under the sun. We're also going to have a mystery guest to spice things up. So, join us for Session 84 on MAY 09, 2022. THEME : "TRUE COLORS" SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  MAY 9th - 7:30PM Philippine Standard Time FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/parccruz YouTube LIVE : http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE : http://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow​ #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP​ #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Lighting​ #light​ #Profession​ #Session84 #SocialMedia #Celebrity

BORING MONDAYS | Session #83 | LET'S GET IT ON!!! | TEAM LAKAY | MMA | Full-Contact Sports | PH #IanBernardez #LitoAdiwang #Edward Kelly #Sports #MMA #TeamLakay  Are you brave enough to challenge our upcoming guests? We're going to feature Team Lakay, officially known as the Lakay MMA Top Team, on the next session of Boring Mondays. They are going to discuss the training and commitment that goes into learning how to fight as a mixed martial artist. If this is the type of sports you're into or if you're planning to enroll your kids to learn self-discipline, here's your chance to ask about the in and outs of this sport.  Join me with the team on Monday, May 2nd, 2022 7:30PM (Philippines Standard Time) as we talk with our guests Ian Bernardez, Lito Adiwang & Edward Kelly of Team Lakay and learn more about this awesome sport. SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  FaceBook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/parccruz FaceBook LIVE : http://www.facebook.com/PARCHERE YouTube LIVE : http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE : https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP​ #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Profession​ #Session83 #Gears #ONEChampionship #MixedMartialArts #CageFighting #NoHoldsbBarred #UltimateFighting

BORING MONDAYS | Session 82 | BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!! | HENRY'S CAMERA | The Shop Series   #camerashop #henryscamera #TheShopSeries www.henryscameraphoto.com We're so used to watching or reading about the photographer, the artist, or the photography groups and creatives but I think it's time we put the photography business bigwigs on center stage. I don't exactly have any idea how this show will go because my purpose isn't about marketing but more like getting to know the shop owners who have provided many of us with our gears and other necessities to do well in this industry. So, we're starting another series on Boring Mondays. "BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!" The Shop Series but, like I said, it will not solely be about what the shops offer; it will also be about their running a business, the ups and downs, especially after COVID-19. I think it's also time to accommodate them in this show so they can have a dialogue with their patrons and for us to let them know why they make this hobby a lot more fun for us.  We've asked the owners of Henry's Cameras to sit with us. As you very well know, Henry's Camera has been around since 1980 in Quiapo, Manila. The electronic and photography equipment store offers wide-ranging brands both superior and affordable - fit for any budget. That's why they are the go-to shop for many photographers.  Join us for our inaugural episode of "BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!" THE SHOP SERIES #1 with me and my co-hosts on APRIL 25, 2022 - 7:30PM (Philippine Standard Time)  SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:  APRIL 18, 2022 - 7:30 PM Philippine Standard Time Facebook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/parccruz YouTube LIVE: http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Twitter LIVE: https://twitter.com/Parc_Cruz PREVIOUS SESSION: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHIoe3J7ncrTt3jpcPCEdIw #BoringMondays​ #PARCHere​! #Live​ #FBlive​ #longformat #YoutubeLive​ #PhotographyTalk​ #Podcast​ #Vodcast​ #Liveshow​ #Photography​ #TWGO​ #parccruz​ #PARCPHOTOGRAPHY​ #Photoshop​ #OTSPP #TeamTalk​ #Friends​ #Session82 #Distributor #Shopping #Camera #Lens #Sale #Promo #Owner #Business #History #ButWaitTheresMore #TSS

SPECIAL EPISODE (EP21): JO AVILA | MISTER KODAKER | Professional Photographer | Instructor | PH #JoAvila #MrKodaker #Instructor _________________________________ RECAP from last night's show: Jo Avila opened up to us about his beginnings and experiences as a photographer but he also regaled us with stories about his life, his passion, and his bout with COVID in March 2020.  Here are 7 things we learned about him: 1. His father pushed him to be a lawyer since he started school. It was not what he wanted to pursue but he would sit in the photography classes at Ateneo, even if these weren't his electives. 2. One of the photography teachers noticed him and gave him his first job in a studio after he graduated. His father didn't like this, moreso when his father learned that one of Jo's duties was to sweep the floor. Jo, however, fell in love with his job on Day 1. The opportunities came when Jo would sub for the main photographer.  3. As his career flourished, with bookings left and right, Jo realized that he lost a lot of time with his family. Now, he has decided to scale back on work to pour more time with the people he loves.  4. It's his first time to talk about his brush with COVID in a video interview. In March 2020, no hospital accepted him in Metro Manila. He had to be transported to Sta. Rosa Laguna. Learn more about his fight and recovery in this episode.  5. His most prized possession? A Nintendo Switch.  6. He learned his first lesson in photography from Sesame Street: the worst photo to shoot is a cow eating grass. If you'd like to know why this is a bad photo, watch this interview. 7. He also explained the origins of his famous forum name "Mister Kodaker" and his unique email address: [email protected] --- listen to his story. _________________________________ Our next featured guest on PARC Here Live is none other than Jo Avila. His name was already prominent as a teacher of photography, post processing and color management when I started photography.  I could say that he's one of those who made Photography easy to grasp. He knows many of the secrets of photo-editing and he is someone I look up to when it comes to skills and technique. A fellow techie, gamer, and geek in terms of technology, Jo is also a product endorser and before influencers were born, he was already there, testing, using and recommending the products that he uses himself. He's also a COVID-19 survivor during the first wave and was saved by early intervention. Following this experience, he has undergone a lifestyle change to improve his health and we shall find out how he’s incorporating these changes to his work and other activities.  Join us as we chat and get to know more about JO AVILA on "MR. KODAKER" our next session on PARC Here Live, on APRIL 20, 2022 WEDNESDAY, 8:30PM (Philippine Standard Time) SIMULCAST LIVE STREAM ON:   Facebook LIVE: http://www.facebook.com/parccruz & http://www.facebook.com/PARCHERE YouTube LIVE: http://www.youtube.com/PARCHERE Check out our past episodes here:  http://www.youtube.com/c/PARCHERE/playlists #PARCHERE #FBLIVE #YOUTUBE #Artist #photograph #photography #model #product #advertising #people #president #personalities #street #highprofile #landscape #videopodcast #talkshow #live #EP21 #Episode21 #SpecialEpisode #JO #AVILA #Travel #PHOTOSHOP #ColorManagement #Learning #Training #Photographs #Fundamentals #InFocus #Inspire #Facilitator #Influencer #Endorser #ShutterMaster