shooting the shooter

I almost always prefer being behind the camera

than in front of it. Except when Mike is taking the shot.

pursuing prakarsa

Malasag Hill, Cagayan de Oro City

September 19 2010
Photography by Mike Mendoza

the smiles of july

Photos courtesy of Mike and Nika Mendoza

gloomy days

Photo by Mike Mendoza

renewing vows

I love weddings. Whether they hired a professional organizer or not. I always hold my breath for the what is for me the most important thing.. that bride's walk to the altar. It's the clincher to the entourage. It's the choir's dream song. It's the grand entrance. It's the close-up moment.


We attended a wedding ceremony today. Curious to check out the motif and flowers. Time to listen to cheers and advices for couples - be they newlyweds or not. And to play dress up with the man who waited for me at the foot of the altar almost twelve years ago.


Photos by Mike Mendoza

this depth of field

My mobile phone buzzed. It's a note from Jennifer, an acquaintance from MBA school who never misses sending her daily inspirational messages.

"Morning is a sign of God's great love for us, let us be thankful that we are given a new day to share His love with special people in our hearts. Good morning."

I placed the gadget in my bag and smiled at the man driving beside me. We are on our way to Manolo Fortich.

Mike and I are on our third photo walk this very sunny morning and we have images in our minds.. photos of golden sunflowers, distinct clouds in azure skies, interesting plants, the Macajalar Bay as seen from the rise, and even a cow grazing in green fields.

Mike had called us a photography tandem. Hhmm, I like that. These walks are precious to me. I think sharing the love of photography with the person you love is simply picture-perfect.

I reached out to touch him. Mike smiled. It's a bright sun-shiny day.

Photo by Mike Mendoza
My 3rd photo walk photos here

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