Ferdz Decena Blog: Digital Dispatches

Exposure: UAAP 73 Beach Volleyball

Filed under: Exposures,Photography — Ferdz @ 10:06 pm 1 Sep 2010
Pau Soriano of Adamson ready to serve

Pau Soriano of Adamson ready to serve (Olympus E-3 DSRL, Zuiko 70-300mm f4-5.6)

My Olympus E-3 DSLR has taken the back seat for a while since I had my Olympus PEN E-PL1. I thought I bring out for some much needed exercise. For speed, I would still prefer a DSLR for its faster frame rate. I must admit, it’s nice to hold this solid camera block again even for a while. While I still prefer the PEN for it’s weight and compactness, the E-3 is still a powerhouse for some serious work.

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Dispatch: Deep into the T’Boli Culture

Filed under: Dispatches,Photography — Ferdz @ 10:14 pm 22 Aug 2010
Lang Dulay

National Treasure Lang Dulay (Olympus E-PL1, 17mm Pancake, f2.8mm)

We’re just closing the 2nd day our Backpack Photography Lake Sebu Photo Tour. Lake Sebu continues to mesmerize even on the 2nd time around. There are some big changes so far most of them are good. We also delved deeper into the T’Boli Culture this time around which made me appreciate them more. Here’s a snap portrait shot of the living Philippine National Treasure, Lang Dulay, a famous Dreamweaver. A few more days here in the south.

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On Board: Seair Inflight Aug-Sept 2010

Filed under: Photography,Projects,Reading — Ferdz @ 3:00 pm 19 Aug 2010
Bohol Adventure Spread

Take the plunge in Bohol Adventure

Ready… set… Action! Whether it’s that adrenaline pumping activity or that really exotic delicacy, adventure is the name of the game in this August-September Issue of Seair Inflight. Get on the adventure side of Bohol beyond the Chocolate Hills, surf through the slew of activities in La Union with insider guide Luke Landrigan, and try out exotic delights with Stephanie Zuibiri. So if you find yourself riding any Seair Flight check out the latest issue. In the meantime, here are spreads from the Bohol Adventure cover story.

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The Philippines Olympus PEN Workshop

Filed under: Events,Photography,Workshops — Ferdz @ 9:03 pm 4 Aug 2010
Olympus PEN Workshop

Olympus PEN Workshop held last July 31, 2010

Last Saturday July 31, 2010, Olympus Philippines had its first Olympus PEN Workshop at Max’s Restaurant at Shaw Boulevard, Puregold. There has been a growing interest for the mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras like the Micro Four Thirds which Olympus is a part of. And to spread the awareness of the availability of the system, Olympus Philippines is conducting a series of workshops on photography.

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Dispatch: A Lucky Streak?

Filed under: Dispatches,Exposures,Photography,Travel — Ferdz @ 12:18 am 29 Jul 2010
Fiesta Casino Card Games

Fiesta Casino Card Games (Olympus E-PL1, 14-42mm, Pinhole)

So I had my hands on some card games this morning at the Fiesta Casino, Thunderbird Poro Point Resort. It was a clean, money-less familiarization card games of Baccarat and Blackjack. It was fun, especially when I find myself on a winning streak. Now I know how it feels why some people get addicted to this games. It’s either yo continue your wins or try to recover your loss in this game of chance. It was interesting that I hope my stack of chips were really worth something. So I’m home now after a 6 hour ride. But not is all well at home as I recieved some unfortunate news. I hope things turn out okay though.

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Dispatch: Stormy Santorini

Filed under: Dispatches,Exposures,Photography — Ferdz @ 6:41 pm 26 Jul 2010
Stormy Santorini

Stormy Santorini (Olympus PEN E-PL1, Art Filter Grainy BW)

It’s a stormy afternoon here in Poro Point La Union despite leaving Manila in full daylight. It’s the habagat season. I hope we get better weather tomorrow.

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An Invitation to Explore Lake Sebu with Backpack Photography

Filed under: Photography,Projects,Workshops — Ferdz @ 10:59 am 23 Jul 2010
BP Lake Sebu

Backpack Photography Lake Sebu

Don’t miss Backpack Photography’s Explore Lake Sebu Photo Tour. A Journey into the T’boli culture and Lake Sebu’s natural wonders. Check full details here at backpackphotography.net.

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