underwater photography and basic digital photography workshops.

The registration for Going Underwater on October 28 (3:00-6:00 p.m.) at the Filipinas Heritage Library, Makati Avenue, Ayala Triangle, Makati City across The Peninsula Manila is still ongoing. In case you are interested in attending (or if you know anyone who is), here are the details:

We are inviting all aspiring underwater photographers to learn from the experts in this field of photography.  Know the basic skills and gears required for underwater photography from Alex and Nathan Floro, Tet Lara, Adel Samson, Nonoy Tan, Gutsy Tuason, and Adrien Uichico. To aid the discussion, a slide show of underwater photographs will be presented. Underwater cameras by Olympus, basic diving suits by Speedo, basic diving gears by Aquamundo, and related books on diving or underwater photography will also be on display.

No fees will be collected but pre-registration is required due to the limited number of slots. For more details, please call 8921801, email cruz.ct @ ayalafoundation.org, or visit www.filipinaslibrary.org.ph.

Digital 101:  Photography and the Computer
November 5, 6, 8, 12 and 13, 2007 (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)

The workshop, designed for digital camera users who want to learn the basics of photography, discusses topics such as:

- Factors affecting photographic output
- Basic understanding of light
- The digital camera and its functions
- Exposure setting
- How to see better pictures
- How to take better pictures
- Basic image enhancement and output considerations

To further develop the participants’ knowledge, this workshop will entail photo assignments, critiquing, and a photo clinic.

Requirement:
Digital camera with manual override

Venue:
Filipinas Heritage Library, Makati Avenue, Ayala Triangle, Makati City (across The Peninsula Manila)

Speaker:
Teaching for more than 10 years now, Jay Alonzo is considered as one of the country's leading photography-workshop instructors.  He has been teaching regularly at The Alcove since 2001, and he has also conducted photography classes for Picture Company, Pilipinas Shell, Chevron/Caltex, Procter & Gamble, and Microsoft Philippines.

In between classes, Jay is involved in shooting for hotel, tourism, and restaurant businesses such as Big Buddha, Superbowl of China, Chili’s, Pier One, Mr. Softy, Sicilian Express, Tin Hau, and Hotel Mandarin. Also, Jay is currently a photo contributor for High Life and Mabuhay (Philippine Airline's in-flight magazine).

Fee:
Php 4,000.00 inclusive of handouts, light snacks, computer use, and certificate

Due to the limited number of slots, interested participants are requested to register on or before October 30 by placing a partial payment of at least Php500.00 (non-refundable). A 10% discount will be extended to those who will settle the payment in full on or before the deadline.

For more details, please call 892-1801, email cruz.ct @ ayalafoundation.org, or visit www.filipinaslibrary.org.ph.