Kambyo

08/04/2024

A father and his son's perspective of the 2024 Manila International Auto Show at the World Trade Center.

The latter's perspective is highlighted by brighter colors with more detail and clarity - kind of like what a kid would see. The framing also lacks stability and is shot in somewhat dynamic angles in a somewhat energetic way. But it's pretty obvious that the shooter is someone who just couldn't wait to move on to the next subject with the apparent camera shake, powered by ADHD and abound with energy.

The former's rendition is more rooted in fundamentals - leveled, stable, and more grounded. Colors are also less vivid and show its age - passing through vintage glass and rendering softer images. Significantly more time is taken to frame each shot, positioning, and repositioning until satisfactory. Slow, yes, but steady.

It's quite refreshing to be able to compare shots between people of different ages. But I guess the main takeaway here is having the time to spend some familial quality time in between, and sharing the same interest with one of your own. The next opportunity may take a while, though. But let's see.

10/02/2024

21/01/2024

A relic immortalized in a gas station somewhere down south. Needs at least it's own stage.

27/12/2023

31/10/2021

26/07/2021

It's got paint cracks by the front fenders, paint fade in most panels with a noticeable amount of dullness. Visibly fatigued and discolored. The headlights are sweating, probably from the tall rain the day before. These would be your first impressions up until you appreciate the subtle stance. Walking closer, you'll notice the panel gaps are tight with the bumper snug to the front fascia. The engine purred smoothly up until the revs come up with an angered roar by the obviously larger-than-normal exhaust.

What is this anomaly then? I wish I knew.

26/07/2021

A part of me wishes to be able to shoot like this. Remarkably technical, detailed, and meticulous. Mastery in subject isolation, but still every part of the frame has its own story to tell. I'm more of an old-school, film aesthetic shooter myself, but rolls like these just blow my mind and make me wonder what's possible.

I know I'm way overdue with my own words and visuals regarding this car meet, but maybe that's what I needed - perspective. In due time I guess.

Much love to Primitive.

20/07/2021

The mighty steed that brought us to and from Pasay in one piece.

06/07/2021

Driving around Baguio City at night has a way of soothing the soul. Read about Mugeil's Baguio Midnight run here.

https://mugeil.medium.com/baguio-midnight-dab06ff44774

Living in Baguio does have its perks — great weather, lush forests, fog, cheap vegetables, and a lingering scent of pine are among the…

02/07/2021

16/06/2021

Back when I still had my favorite Minolta MD vintage lens...