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2019 Corpus Christi School Bench Cheering Competition

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 14:39:00 +0000

Corpus Christi School Macasandig Grade 9 Bench Cheering Performance - CHAMPION

CCS Bench Cheering Competition Champion 2019

Grade 10 Performance

Grade 8 Performance

Grade 7 Performance- 1st Runner-up

CCS 2018 Bench Cheering Competition

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 22:29:00 +0000

Congratulations to the Grade-10 students and to all the teachers who supported for an astonishing, stunning performance.

Grade - 10 (Macasandig Campus) - CHAMPION

Video edited by: alwaves

Cameramen: Fonzy Yepis and Joebert Agcropra (Grade 12-STEM)

Grade - 9 (Macasandig Campus) - First Runner-up

Grade - 8 (Macasandig Campus)

CCS Bench Cheering 2018 Highlights

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 22:06:00 +0000

Corpus Christi School Cheer Chant Competition 2018

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 10:05:00 +0000

Corpus Christi School Pueblo Campus Cheer Chant Competition 2018

Grade 7 First Runner up

Grade 8 Champion

Grade 10
Grade 9

What is Bokeh Effect in Photography?

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sun, 27 May 2018 13:55:00 +0000

Bokeh, a term of Japanese origin, is a concept in photography in which the out-of-focus element of the image is intentionally blurred with artistic appeal while certain points of the subject is emphasized.

To create a good bokeh effect in photography, a shallow depth of field is applied through a wide open aperture. You also need to find a subject that can easily be captured in a close up or short focal distance.

In my sample bokeh photography, I chose a blooming flower in the bright noon sunshine. I made sure apparent light also shines down the leaves in the background. In this way, it allows the points of light behind the flower to be forced out of focus and create the aesthetic blurry effect.

I used manual settings in my camera to focus the flower sharply then set the ISO to 200 because I want the color aberrations to be less apparent when the image is zoomed.

I first tried the exposure with faster shutter speed and wider aperture. The wider aperture opening creates a much more shorter depth of field, and the background that I have forced to blur is going to be more unrecognizable dotted with brilliant points of light. I consider this as good bokeh.

ISO 200, f/5.6, 1/500 sec

I also tried using slower shutter speed compensated with smaller aperture to avoid over exposure of the image. The effect is shown in the pictures below.

ISO 200, f/11, 1/30 sec

CCS Faculty Summer Outing

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Fri, 06 Apr 2018 16:18:00 +0000

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Club Tara Resort, Socorro, Surigao

English Department

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Science Department

T.L.E. Department

Mathematics Department

Values Department

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3C Class 2012-2013

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 04:41:00 +0000

Fujifilm X-S1 images leaked

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:05:00 +0000

Fujifilm X-S1 images leaked

5 Do's on Young Family Portrait

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 23:31:00 +0000

Shooting young family portraits has always fascinated me not only because of the varied experiences based on the number of people your are shooting with but also because of the many unpredictable things that happen during the photo session. Depending on the ages of the members of the family of your client you need to be more spontaneous and be adaptable to different levels of interaction. Portraits of a young family is truly very challenging. Here are some starting tips for a successful enjoyable young family portrait session.

1.)Learn to interact with the kids. If the childrent in your session are happy the parents would also feel comfortable and as a result, you will achieve more natural portraits. Do you best to entertain the children throughout the session to draw out more laughter and smiles in the scenes.

2.) Refrain from take posing shots. Avoid posing as this will give you less natural portrait. Besides children do not sit in one place for a long period of time. They always move, walk around, and even run. Keep your session this way also....active and moving. Constantly be moving with your clients. You may be able to capture the most natural unguarded moments of the kids. You may be able also to position the couple where you want them and encourage the child to move around like walking, twirling, crawling, etc.

3.) Go where the child is. Sometimes your may be working with kids who do not follow what you instruct them to do. Better yet in this situation to follow them and keep the ambiance lighthearted and fun by having the parents to follow the child until the child stops. Your task then is to have the parents draw cloe to the child and then take a burst series of pictures.

4.) Always be shutter happy. Do not be so concerned as how many shots or how many times you have pressed the shutter. Working with the children takes a lot of trials. The bottom line is to make sure to catch the right expressions, and the best position in the family portrait.

5.) Prepare yourself for anything. Don't set the family portrait with your client with set ideas which may not be adapted in the real session. Have some ideas in mind that may serve you possible but do not impose and be prepared to take what you have and run with it.

Fujifilm Announces Pricing and Availablity of Finepix X100

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:00:00 +0000

After the remarkable success of the sophisticated Fujifilm x100, Fujifilm recently announced the pricing and availability for their latest addition to the growing FUJIFILM-X series of advanced cameras, the new premium compact Fujifilm X10 digital camera. So for people who likes old fashioned gadgets, this new Fujifilm X10 is perfect for you because it comes in a retro design with a traditional optical viewfinder with 20-degree field of view for exceptional image compostion. The camera also features a new larger 2/3-inch 12 megapixel EXR CMOS sensor and a bright high definition FUJINON lens, up to 12,800 ISO sensitivity, HD video recording capability (1080p), and a pop-up flash. The 4x optical zoom lens has 28-112 mm focal length with with F/2.0-2.8 aperture range which is perfect for producing superb image quality from edge to edge. For more information, go to http://fujifilm-x.com/x10/en/.

Fujifilm X10 premium compact camera is now available in the US and is sold at $599.95.

This blog is originally posted in Latestcamera.

What mode do you use most in taking photos?

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 03:11:00 +0000

Digital Photography School conducted a poll on which shooting mode is oftentimes used by photographers. There is actually no right or wrong as to what mode to shoot your photos....much more nothing to feel embarassed about when asked. The shooting mode is after all a photographer's choice... where he feels more comfortable and finds it more convenient to adapt. Each photographer has his own style and skills and uses the camera in many different ways. The bottom line though is to come up with one superb clear breath taking photo.

For the record, I tend to shoot most of the time using Manual Mode because I feel I have full control over the aperture and shutter speed. One drawback though that I encounter with manual is when you are taking photos for events, there is a risk of missing some moments compared to when the camera is set to either aperture priority or shutter speed priority, and much more with automatic setting.

For the record also, of the 3,731 votes, 1595 opted for Aperture priority. Manual mode ranked second as the most prefered mode. 31% goes to the manual mode, 10 % to automatic mode, and the rest of the 8% voted for scene mode and program mode.

Once you’ve voted tell us about why you shoot in the mode that you do – I would love to hear your insights!

This blog is originally posted in Latestcamera.

Photography Tips: Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:45:00 +0000

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One of the most difficult events to cover in photography is wedding because you got only one chance to capture every significant moments. You can not ask for retakes and re-shots for such occasion or you will miss it otherwise. It takes a lot of experience and practice before you become a professional wedding photographer. The blog sphere is loaded with wedding photography tips that teaches how to make memorable shots in every actions in the wedding.

Capturing every significant actions of the couple during the wedding is quite taxing because it involves pressure from many people whether you are doing it professionally or simply doing it to render favor to a friend. It is essential to understand the needs of the subject even if some of the guests have the tendency to be jerks. One best tip I've read involves the right attitude in the field. The following are common tips on attitude in handling wedding photography:

Level down your pride in the spirit of professionalism.
Be polite and try to be efficient by ignoring your own qualms. Consider it as your gift to the marrying couple. Always arrive on the field on time well prepared.
As soon as a deal with the client is closed, start doing research on anything you need about the wedding. Spend time visiting the church and the reception to accustom yourself with the venue.
Find out the best way to get to the place on time. If possible practice going to the venue on the same time of the day of the wedding event to familiarize with the lighting condition and to get ideas on how to position the couple during photo sessions.

You can find more helpful wedding photography tips on magazines and internet that specifically deals with techniques on how to take candid shots, group photos, and portraits.

5 Simple Steps How to Avoid Sensor Dust

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:45:00 +0000

If you have been reading stuff about digital SLR, you probably have come across about digital SLR sensor dust. It is often considered as one great problem of digital camera. Others think that once they have it in their sensor, its the end of their camera. In other words sensor dust is truly a big issue in digital camera because it practically ruins your photos. The best way therefore to deal with sensor dust is not to let it in the camera in the first place. Here are 5 simple practical ways how to avoid sensor dust.

Refrain from changing lenses in the field.
Dust is indeed very difficult to control most especially in the field. The moment you open your camera to change lens you are exposing your sensor to the ambient air and dust. Dust in the air is a colloidal system, it is always suspended in the air. Wanna see how much is actually in the air? Turn on a flashlight in the dark...you'll see the Tyndall effect that the dust makes.

Point it Down
If changing lens out in the field is deemed necessary, point the front end of your camera toward the ground when switching lenses. Don't let gravity help because generally speaking, all things fall down not up, including the lightest particle of dust. So by pointing the sensor toward the ground, dust is less likely to settle in there.

Be fast and accurate.
Swapping of lens should be done quickly to avoid catching dust. This though requires practice. Before removing the lens from the camera, make sure the other lens is already ready---cap is removed and placed right next to the camera. The moment the camera is unlocked and lens is removed, replace the new lens at once is quick fluid motion. Take note, do this with the camera pointing down the ground.

For a lot of times I see photographers taking off the lens, then putting the cap and keep it in the camera bag, pull out the new lens, uncap it, and then mount it on the camera on their tripod. Well, the camera sensor in this case has already been exposed for about 60 seconds......quite long and it means quite a lot of dust has already been accumulated.

Use dust bag
In some areas, dust is just too dense to be nasty. In such areas, it is advised to use a dust bag. The idea here is to insert your camera and the new lens into a bag where there is no dust, and swap out lenses inside the bag. These dust bags are usually translucent s0 you can see what you’re doing, and you don’t have to worry about keeping the sensor face down.

Cap the camera
When there is no lens attached to the camera, always put the custom cap in place to protect the camera sensor. I usually keep the lens mounted all the time..but for some photographers who are not deft enough with swapping lenses, they dont mount lens on the camera ahead. In this case cap can be a good interim step.

If you are sending your camera for cleaning or repair, you also don't be sending it with lens mounted for it means extra weight and extra handling...so simply cap the camera instead.

This article is also found in latestcamera.us. Visit this site for more camera reviews.

Fujifilm X100 Special Edition with Tan Leather Casing

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:41:00 +0000

Fujifilm is set to impress customers with a special edition of their their latest model of digital camera, X100 camera Special Edition. Being a special edition, Fujifilm released only a limited number of just 200 units featuring a tan leather casing and a leather case that matches the original. This is in fact the only difference that you could find in X100 from the original model. The leather-wrapped special edition looks similar to the Leica camera designs.

Fujifilm X100 Special Edition is equipped with a 12.3-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, an EXR processor, a 23mm F2 Fujinon lens, a 2.8-inch LCD display, an ISO range of 200 to 6400 and an SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. The camera also has a hybrid viewfinder that works in both optical and electronic modes.
While the standard Fujifilm X100 is tagged at $1,200, the special edition price is not yet revealed.

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New Canon IXUS 230 HS

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 21:47:00 +0000

New Canon IXUS 230 HS

Canon IXUS 210 HS Digital Camera

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 09:25:00 +0000

Canon IXUS 210 HS Digital Camera

Olympus E-5 DSLR at a Glance

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 22:11:00 +0000

Olympus E-5 DSLR at a Glance

Samsung offers 5 new NX lenses

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 21:00:00 +0000

Samsung offers 5 new NX lenses

Corpus Christi JS Promenade 2011

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 10:37:00 +0000

Liceo de Cagayan High School Batch 85 Reunion

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 06:44:00 +0000

We're not just friends...
we're BATCHMATES!
(...and Friends for LIFE!!!

Corpus Christi Faculty Christmas Party

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 03:32:00 +0000

Corpus Christi Faculty Christmas Party

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Firmware upgrade for Sony Handycam NEX-VG10E

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 22:35:00 +0000

Firmware upgrade for Sony Handycam NEX-VG10E

Nikon Coolpix P7000 Digital Camera Review

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 22:24:00 +0000

Nikon Coolpix P7000 Digital Camera Review

Sony Handycam® NEX-VG10E: World s First Interchangeable L

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 23:03:00 +0000

Sony Handycam® NEX-VG10E: World s First Interchangeable L: "Sony introduces the world’s first consumer interchangeable lens HD camcorder labeled as Sony Handycam NEX-VG10E. The interchangeable lens full HD camcorder uses Sony E lens mount, the same lens mount found on their micro-four thirds digital camera, Sony NEX series"

Micro four thirds: Olympus E-PL1s

noreply@blogger.com (alwaves) — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:04:00 +0000

Micro four thirds: Olympus E-PL1s

Olympus Japan announced the release of its new line of Micro Four Thirds camera, Olympus E-PL1s compact system camera bundled with M. Zuiko Digital 14-42 mm f/3.5-5.6 II silent-focus lens. This model exclusively marketed in Japan is actually a cosmetic update of the Olympus E-PL1 changing its body color and has a silver band on top and on the sides. It is possess the 12.3 megapixel sensor capable of capturing superior quality still pictures and records 720p videos with ISO sensitivity of up to 6400 with new Lithium-Ion battery. Features of the Olympus E-PL1 remains the same like SDHC memory card slot, built-in image stabilizer, and a 2.7 inch 230K dot rear preview display.

Originally posted in Latestcamera.us