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Four in costume

Posted on 25. May, 2010 by Brandon.

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Yet another photo from the Aliwan Fiesta in Manila, Philippines. Canon 5D Mk II | 70-200 f/4 @5.6 | 1/250 sec | ISO 200

Aliwan Fiesta Portraits

Posted on 01. May, 2010 by Brandon.

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CNN International: Screenshot of my photo essay on the home page

Posted on 28. Apr, 2010 by Brandon.

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Well, it was fun while it lasted. I don’t mean to gloat – really – it’s just fun to gain a little recognition for something I’m passionate about. CNN International featured my photo essay of the Aliwan Festival on the CNN home page for a day. If you click on the above image you can [...]

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Aliwan Festival: a photographer’s dream

Posted on 25. Apr, 2010 by Brandon.

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The Aliwan Festival (or fiesta) was held this weekend in Manila. The festival is a massive event that brings together cultures from all across the Philippines in the form of a street parade, beauty pageant, and float competition. Braving the heat wasn’t easy, but I felt a strong urge to use this as a launching [...]