SPPP’s March Meeting and Photo Shoot

By Ingrid Samson

The Society of Portrait Photographers’ meeting last March 14, 2011 was an eventful one. There were lots of alcohol and fats consumed, there was talk of nudity, and there was also some spray paint, and uncensored swearing involved.

Early on, everyone feasted on beer and lechon, courtesy of birthday celebrants Boy Samson, Stan Abainza, and Lito Remulla. What better way to start the night, than on a healthy note, right? Most people were still high from the recently concluded ‘Naic Photo Escapade’, and some participants came armed with their photo contest entries.

Richel Mascariñas, Mon Ching, and Charming Baldemor served as judges. Winners were recognized in three categories: Bodyscape/Nude, Glamour, and Bridal. Congratulations to Ed Banaga and Nancy Lim (tie), Ferdie Flores, and SPPP President Orly Mercado for leading the roster at 1st place for each category respectively.

Of course everyone also came that night in full anticipation of the photo shoot. This time, SPPP’s Jeng Flores came with trusty hair stylist Martini. Together they transformed beautiful Perch Dianne, into a bizarrely stunning model, just perfect for this month’s Avant Garde theme.

But let’s go to the swearing, shall we? More congratulations are in order as Nancy Lim and Lito Remulla, transitioned from being probationary members to bona fide regular ones. They swore their oath and were presented their SPPP Certificate of Membership. Ed Banaga and Dr. Lillian Ebuen also presented their photo entries as a requirement in becoming regular members. We look forward to having them, and more probationary members join the line-up of regular SPPP members in the near future.