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Why I Still Blog (Even Though Nobody Reads Anymore)

By Art M.
Let's be honest. Nobody really reads blogs these days. People scroll. They tap a photo, maybe drop a heart, and they are gone in two seconds. I get it. I do the same thing half the time. I see my own numbers too. Some posts sit there for a week with, like, six views. And three of those are probably me checking if the formatting looks okay. And look, I am not exactly consistent either. If you scroll through my post history, you will find months, maybe even years , where I wrote nothing at all. Too lazy, or I just lost the appetite for it. It happens. So why do I keep coming back to this? Good question. I ask myself the same thing. Part of it is the few of you who actually read to the bottom. I do not know who you all are, but you are out there, and honestly that is enough for me. A few real readers beat a thousand scrollers any day. Part of it is just that I like it. Writing stuff down is fun for me. Weird hobby, I know. Part of it is that it clears my head. I sit down stress...
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Accreditation Seminar for Church Wedding Contractors Held in Bogo City

By Art M.
Wedding photographers, videographers, planners, florists, parish appointed wedding coordinators, and members of the Family and Life Apostolate gathered at the Parish of the Holy Family of Nazareth in La Paz, Bogo City for an accreditation seminar for church wedding coordinators. The session was held under the district-based program of the Archdiocese of Cebu for Far North Cebu, District VI. Fr. Glenn Guanzon of the Archdiocesan Commission on Worship delivered the first and second conferences, Edson Marañon gave the pastoral reminders, and Fr. Japheth Geonzon , parish priest of St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Lambusan, San Remigio , delivered the third. All three are named in the commission's published guidelines for church weddings. The seminar gathered nearly everyone who has a hand in a church wedding. Familiar faces from the Northern Cebu photography scene filled much of the room. Among those present were Christopher Damayo of iClick Photography and his team, Dee Quinop...
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Using AI Responsibly in Photography

By Art M.
AI has become a big part of photography and video today. Many creatives now use it to clean up photos, fix lighting, remove small flaws, and speed up their editing. Used well, it is a helpful tool. It saves time and can make good work even better. But there is a line we should not cross. Not long ago, a photographer was called out for how he used AI in his edits. The problem was not that he used AI. The problem was the result. The editing changed the subject's face so much that she no longer looked like herself. To many who saw it, it looked like a photo of a completely different person. For the woman in the photo, that is not a small thing. A portrait is meant to show who you are, not turn you into someone else. What made it worse, at least from my point of view, was how the photographer responded. Instead of listening and owning the mistake, he seemed to brush it off. To me, it didn't feel like he took responsibility. And I think that's where trust starts to get lost. In...
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Miss Argawanon 2026: A Night of Elegance and Celebration

By Art M.
The Barangay Argawanon fiesta in honor of El Señor dela Sta. Cruz featured one of its most anticipated highlights on May 2, 2026 with the staging of Miss Argawanon 2026. Directed by Anne Mancao, also known as Miss Q, the pageant brought together dazzling performances, cultural pride, and the crowning of a new queen. Eight candidates vied for the crown: Aiko Aballe, Charmie Tipait, Daisy Ann Truz, Yiesha Mae Colina, Marianel Gomez, Shane Kimberly Celis, Shassy Villaceran, and Kimberly Jane Inso. [Click here for the candidates' headshots and swimwear shots] The competition unfolded across several exposures. Contestants first lit up the stage in the Production Number, setting the tone for the evening. They then showcased confidence and charm in the Swimwear segment, followed by vibrant artistry in the Festival Costume competition. Elegance took center stage in the Long Gown competition, where silver and gold gowns shimmered under the lights. The Preliminary Q&A tested wit and pois...
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Creatives in the Wake of the Northern Cebu Quake

By Art M.
 When the recent quake hit Northern Cebu, the tremors did not only crack the walls and scatter all those debris. It also shook the whole creative industry. Photographers, videographers, hair and makeup artists (HMUA), event hosts, and other event creatives were deeply affected.  In an industry that depends on booked events like weddings, debuts, birthday parties, and other community gatherings, the sudden cancellation hit hard. Men behind the lens lost bookings overnight. Hair and makeup artists packed away their kits. Coordinators suddenly faced the painful task of refunding or rescheduling clients who were also affected by the calamity.  Some beauty salons and photo studios sustained structural damage. While others are fortunate to have minimal damage and resume business, many customers are hesitant to go inside and avail of their services, cautious of the aftershocks. For many of the creatives, the fear was not just about the cracked walls but also losing expensive gea...
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Strong Quake Hits Northern Cebu

By Art M.
On September 30, at almost 10 p.m., a powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake rocked Northern Cebu, shaking homes and causing people to panic.  Houses, buildings, roads, bridges, and other infrastrucures were damaged across Bogo City, San Remigio, Medellin, Daanbantayan, Tabogon, and other towns in Northern Cebu. Authorities later confirmed several deaths and dozens of injuries. Hundreds of homes, schools, and public buildings were left cracked or partially collapsed, while key roads were torn apart, slowing down rescue and relief operations. It also opened up many sinkholes (around 70 as of writing).  Collapsed building of McDonald's - Bogo Branch People were only starting to recover when another strong jolt came. At around 1:06 a.m. on October 13, a magnitude 5.8 aftershock shook Northern Cebu . Families were jolted awake in the middle of the night, many rushing outside in fear of another collapse. Residents in affected areas have been urged to stay cautious, particularly in place...
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Binibining Lambusan 2025: A Glimpse Behind the Lens

By Art M.
The official photoshoot for Binibining Lambusan 2025 was held last Sept 13th at Sonrisa Resort de Playa, a beautiful resort in Lambusan. All fifteen candidates, who are all from San Remigio, showed up with elegance, confidence, and personality. From the first click of the shutter to the final pose, it was clear that this batch is something special.  Meet the candidates: 1.  Princess Lara Mae Lepon 2.  Eulla Shin Elorde 3.  Mincho Bonifacio 4.  Ella Mae Corbo 5.  Rovy Mae Hinayon 6.  Nina Michaella Cuyos 7.  Nhoreen Kaye Supilanas 8.  Ma. Glenda Goc-ong 9.  Erica Corbo 10.  Charmie Tepait 11.  Jeramae Kheth Pocong 12.  Jasren Inero 13.  Arianne Myrh Lastomin 14.  Jane Ann Arnado 15.  Shene Sumbi Each one brought her own charm to the shoot, making it nearly impossible to pick a standout. I am having a very hard time choosing who deserves the Miss Photogenic award. The pageant night is set for September 27th at...
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