I would not explain myself. The story of my parting is boring and uninspiring. Plus, I actually liked being associated with the paper! In fact, Lifestyle Bohol – Photographer/Designer, my CV would say. I am proud to have had toiled alongside the gang – Chris, Jasper, Vida, Liza, Sonieta, Mitzi, Paul, Michael & AMB. I have learned a lot on the process.
Now, I’m back and this time with a proper column. A photography column, in fact.
Since its inception (second inception actually), Lifestyle Bohol boasted of sharply written articles and superb photography. Christopher Ramasola (congratz, new dad!), our team photographer and creative director had an uncanny vision for creating superb images for every issue. I sat around and absorbed a few tricks.
Chris left and the rest of the team covered for him. We all became photographers seemingly oozing with talent publishing fresh photos for the paper. We had a huge challenge of keeping up with the quality of Chris’ pictures. I mean, it wasn’t easy but pulling it off was the coolest.
Of course, it also helped that we had the cover and back pages in color which defined Lifestyle Bohol from the rest. Or at least that was how we told ourselves.
And so, this time around, I shall have the honor of writing about photography for a publication which has inspired me to do a vocation/hobby that will always be a personal passion. Henceforth, this passion will not only be of creating moving images but of sharing my knowledge as well.
I know that Lifestyle Bohol has through the years inspired a lot of readers to also appreciate excellent photography through its published works. The tradition of good photography held on until today. I will be sharing and writing an assortment of articles, tips, tutorials, news, photography chikka and what-not for all the amateurs, hobbyists and professionals out there. It will be fun!
Happy shooting!
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