These images were captured mostly around the cities of Pasig and Manila. That was the time when I transitioned from analogue to digital. I was still a student and didn't have much funds for a decent film stash so I mostly took pictures using my Nikon D40.
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01. "Rali" |
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02. "Buko" |
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03. "Basureros" |
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04. "Sabung-sabungan" |
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05. "Tanghaling Tapat" |
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06. "Boy Limos" |
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07. "Labandera" |
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08. "Oberpas" |
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09. "Sampaguita" |
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10. "Pinya" |
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11. "Antanda" |
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*12. "Bulok" |
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13. "Kariton" |
*Picture #12 is my personal favorite. I was waiting for a bus ride home in Recto, Manila when I took this picture. I was very hesitant to take out my camera especially when a stranger near me freaked me out and said, "Hoy! Bawal 'yan ha!" I'm glad the thrill was worth it because I like the composition (and the message of the photo) very much.
See also: Monochromanila