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Saturday, August 24, 2013

Street Food

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Street foods are very popular in the Philippines. You can find a lot of street foods specially in the streets of Pasig City and the rest of Metro Manila.

Picture taken at Kenneth Road, Pinagbuhatan.

Friday, August 23, 2013

Walking in the Rain

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An elderly man walks along Kenneth Road in Pasig City. He’s well protected against the rains of the monsoon season.

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Siopao Vendor

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Siopao is a popular Chinese delicacy that is enjoyed by most Filipinos. It’s similar to a steamed bread with meat inside it – it can either be Siopao Asado or Siopao Monggo. Picture taken at Napindan Bridge, Taguig City.

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Wednesday, August 21, 2013

“Palos” (Eel)

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A man just caught a “palos” (eel) at Napindan Bridge, Taguig City.

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Young Biker

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It’s always a good thing for kids to enjoy biking at an early age. Picture taken at Nagpayong, Pinagbuhatan, Pasig City.

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Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Gilbert Obal, Street Photographer

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Gilbert Obal is an accomplished street photographer and frequently visits the Napindan Bridge to take pictures.

Never Give Up

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In spite of the destruction of Typhoon Maring, Filipinos will Never Give Up on life’s challenges. We are a nation of strong-willed people.

Riverside

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A boys walks along the riverside of Pasig River. Picture taken under the Napindan Bridge, Pasig City.

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Clean and Green

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This guy is doing his best to keep his surroundings clean and green. Picture taken along Kenneth Road, Pasig City.

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Monday, August 19, 2013

The Biker at Napindan Bridge

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The Napindan Bridge is very popular among bikers as a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

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Sunday, August 18, 2013

Monument to the Heroes of 1896

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This Monument to the Heroes of 1896 (“Monumento sa mga Bayani ng 1896”) is found in front of Vinzons Hall in UP Diliman, Quezon City.

“Ang Kartero” (The Postman)

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Being a “kartero” (postman) is slowly becoming a vanishing trade. With the advent of emails, SMS, Facebook and Instagram, less and less people are sending snail mails.

I’m a traditional guy so I still send snail mails every once in a while.

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Saturday, August 17, 2013

Kids 08-13-13

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Picture taken at Napindan flea market, Taguig City (near the boundary with Pasig City).

Friday, August 16, 2013

Balot Vendor

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The “balot” (boiled, fertilized duck egg) is a popular delicacy in the Philippines. Balot vendors can be found almost everywhere in Metro Manila. This picture was taken at Napindan Bridge.

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Wednesday, August 14, 2013

Fisherman

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This picture of a young fisherman is taken near the Napindan Bridge, Pasig City. There is a talipapa (small market place) underneath the Napindan Bridge.

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Buko Juice Vendor

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The buko juice (from young coconuts) is a popular refreshment in the Philippines. This picture of a jolly buko juice vendor was taken at Napindan Bridge.

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Level Up! Live 2013 Cosplayer

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She’s one of the numerous cosplayer during the Level Up! (LU) Live 2013 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.

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Villa Escudero OTS–Fiesta

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This picture was included in the Top 10 for the side contest of Nayon Photographers’ Club (NPC) during the Villa Escudero On-The-Spot (OTS).

Vintage Human–9th Place

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The theme for the side contest of Nayon Photographers’ Club (NPC) for the month of August was “Vintage Human”. This picture of a security guard at Intramuros won 9th place for “Vintage Human”.

Pinagbuhatan Ferry Station

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Picture taken near the Napindan Bridge, Pasig City. The Pinagbuhatan Ferry Station (no longer operational) is seen on the opposite side of the river.

Sisters

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Picture taken at Napindan flea market, under the Napindan Bridge. This place is full of opportunities for street photographers.

Antenna Vendor

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This picture of a Baron Super Antenna (BSA) vendor was taken at Napindan flea market (“talipapa”) under the Napindan Bridge. The late radio host and weather anchor Ernie Baron popularized this type (and brand) of television antenna.

Monday, August 12, 2013

Napindan Bridge

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The Napindan Bridge is a popular place to watch the Sunrise (and Sunset) and to relax.

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Sunday, August 11, 2013

Sunrise At Napindan Bridge

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This picture was taken at Napindan Bridge – between Pinagbuhatan, Pasig City and Napindan, Taguig City. I always love taking pictures of Sunrise (and Sunset).

Saturday, August 10, 2013

“Magtataho” (Taho Vendor)

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“Taho” is a Filipino snack (or dessert) usually serve in the morning.

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Friday, August 9, 2013

“Sipa”

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“Sipa” is a popular Filipino kid’s game.

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