The 2025 Mastercup Awards has unveiled a trophy that is as much a work of art as the photographs it honors. Commissioned by President Annabelle Chavez, local artist Charmaine Baldemor has created “Regalo ng Liwanag” (Gift of Light)—a stunning tribute to the heritage of the Camera Club of the Philippines (CCP). Crafted to represent the top […]
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Heart to Heart Exhibit is based on a coffee table book from the Camera Club of the Philippines (CCP) not just to commemorate the 95th Year of the Club but also to honor our past and our future. The photographs represent the images of the Philippines and of traits unique to our culture. Kudos once […]
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On the 97th Anniversary Celebration of the club last August 18, 1995, the Centenial Logo was officially launched. The wining design as approved by the Board of Trustees was created by past president Jimmy Hermogenes. The club would like to thank Lifetime Member Manny Gaite and Mark Bautista for their submissions. […]
In 1933, Zoilo M. Galang released “Encyclopedia of the Philippines” published by P. Vera & Sons Company. The volume about Philippine art includes ancient arts, architecture, decorative arts, metallic art, painting, photography, and sculpture. The lone example of photography is on page 549. It was awarded a Diploma of Honor at the Kodak International Salon […]
Read More… from CCP Trivia: 1933 Publication featuring Vicente Mills
The Camera Club of the Philippines (CCP), the oldest and most prestigious photography club in the country, has joined forces with the ICanServe Foundation for a moving collaborative project titled “Icons of Hope.” Launched as part of ICanServe’s 25th anniversary celebration, this partnership aims to shine a light on breast cancer awareness through a powerful […]
On October 22, 2024, the Heart to Heart was publicly lunched at the Museo ng Makati featuring an exhibit and book sale. This event was organized by President Jimmy Hermogenes in coordination with the Makati City LGU . The occasion was graced by Mayor Aby Binay as well as CCP Board and members. The Heart […]
OTS Albay was not only about majestic Mayon, but also an experience of club camaraderie and Bicol delicacies. The name Mayon comes from the Bicol word “magayon”, which means “beautiful”. So there’s a story among Bicolanos that Mayon only show herself to those who are “magayon”, i.e. beautiful. Mayon showed her majestic beauty Day 1 […]
“First and foremost, I am an observer”, says Xyza. “I shoot with feelings for my subject and love to tell the story of our people”. Remarkable and uplifting is this story of a domestic helper turned professional photographer. Xyza Cruz Bacani is a second-generation domestic helper. She declares: Separation of families due to an occupation […]
I am so blessed to have been mentored by two of the great photographers in our Club, Mang Rudy de Leon and Emil Davocol. Mang Rudy, my sponsor, printed all my entries during the film days. Saturday mornings before the first Monday contest. I would go to their house in Philam Life Village in Las […]
I joined the Camera Club of the Philippines because of my mentors’ influence: Pancho Escaler, Bien Bautista and Emil Davocol. I started my career in photography as an assistant photographer in Chroma Studios owned and created by CCP members and now lifetime members Pancho, Emil, Bien, the late Ed Sarte and the Waldy Cruz. When […]
In the City where the CCP didn’t sleep! The Lucie Awards is to Photography what the Oscars is to film. The format were invariably the same. The beautifully modern Zankel Hall in Carnegie was decked out just like the Oscars. The awardees were methodically introduced either by their fellow respected colleagues or by their former […]
Stakeholders Team to Sustain Philippine Oceans Led by our president Pau San Pedro who envisioned this exhibit, it was such an honor that we were able to inaugurate the opening of the UN exhibit with guests of honor Consul General Claro Cristobal, Charges D’Affaires Ariel Penaranda and our very own lifetime member Narcing dela Merced […]
August 19, 2018 marks CCP’s 9oth Anniversary. On August 17, the club celebrated the occasion with a nostalgic theme dressed in the 20’s. The article below was adopted from the Viewfinder written by lifetime member Quincy Castillo. The Saints came marchin in after puttin on the ritz, to altogether break bread, drink, laugh, sing and […]
We’re right smack in the middle of the Summer Milky Way season in the Philippines. Here are some tips on how to effectively shoot it. 1. SEASON: The Milky Way can be seen in the South-South East night sky over the Philippines between late February and early July. However, up until mid-March, it rises late, meaning […]
Choose a side-lighted scene. Side-lit scenes (light coming from the left or right) are easier to manage in terms of exposure and contrast. They are also easier to work with while using neutral density (ND) and graduated neutral density (GND) Filters. Lastly and most important of all, they usually offer longer moments of soft light […]
The Club started 2018 with a jam-packed January meeting. The first Monday of the month was too close to the holidays and the inertia of the New Year celebrations still lingered in the air. But there was more to the festive atmosphere than that. There was a promise of all things new, with many members […]
Starting January 2018, the Contest Committee headed by Chairman Garrick Ang added another award to the monthly competitions. This time, members get to choose a favorite photo (apart from their own entries). Known as the Members Choice Award, the photo with the highest votes wins. Last January 8, Tony Cancio’s photo entitled ‘Lone Tree’ bested […]
Happy new year! Nothing marks the start of a New Year more apparent and with a bang than a good firework show. Regardless of your age or social class, you anticipate the predictable ending to every traditional New Year’s Eve countdown with the same excitement and awe. For two years now, I have had the […]
In the 1970’s, Osmundo V. Esguerra (who was called “Omeng” for short by his relatives and friends) was a master artisan and art dealer who traversed the country in search of antique artworks and furniture. Because he wanted only excellent items to sell, he took photos of the pieces he was considering to purchase so […]
Second Place. January 2017. Theme: OPEN. Location: Binondo, Manila Photo Credit: Tony Cancio […]
First Place. January 2017. Theme: OPEN. Location: Binondo, Manila Photo Credit: Bien Bautista […]
Third Place. February 2017. Black and White. Theme: Patterns Photo Credit: Rey Ortiz […]
Second Place. February 2017. Black and White. Theme: Patterns Photo Credit: Jake Lagonera […]
First Place. February 2017. Black and White. Theme: Patterns Photo Credit: Manny Gaite […]
Third Place. January 2017. Single Shot Colored Print. Theme: Open Photo Credit: Tony Cacnio […]
Third Place. January 2017. Single Shot Colored Print. Theme: Open Photo Credit: Jijo de Guzman […]
Second Place. January 2017. Single Shot Colored Print. Theme: Open Photo Credit: Kakai Arroyo […]
First Place. January 2017. Single Shot Colored Print. Theme: Open Photo Credit: Jijo de Guzman […]
It was an awesome evening when Camera Club of the Philippines’ Cuba team composed of Tilak Hettige, Armand Apuya, Jorge Buenaventura, Paul Resurreccion and Fred Yuson showed their photos to the public titled, “Cuba – A Memorable Journey” to CCP members and guests on 8 Nov 2016 at CWC International Corporation showroom in BGC. The […]
On the 26th of October 2016, Camera Club of the Philippines formally opened “Imagine – Visual Freedom” a photographic exhibition at The Gallery, Solaire Casino and Resort. Photographs by 51 members of the Club were on display and these were curated by CCP member Tilak Hettige. Guests who attended were awed by the stunning […]