Silverlens Updates!

OPENING RECEPTION: THE TALES OF THE BEER FAIRIES by LUIS LORENZANA, SLab, SEPT 29, WED 6-9PM

Following a successful exhibit at 20SQUARE last 2009 and shows at PULSE New York and Manila Art 10, Luis Lorenzana presents The Tales of the Beer Fairies, his first show at SLab. A self-taught artist in the lowbrow art scene, Lorenzana brings together pop art and surreal imagery using classical painting techniques. Composed of oil paintings and drawings, Lorenzana's show is a make-believe world of imaginary characters, bright colors and dream-like scenes... Read More

Words: Bea Davila; Image: Luis Lorenzana, The Strange Confusion of Princess Pretender, 2010

OPENING RECEPTION: WHOWHATWHEREWHENHOWWHY by ZEAN CABANGIS, 20SQUARE, SEPT 29, WED, 6-9PM

Debuting in 20SQUARE is whowhatwherewhenhowwhy by Zean Cabangis. In his first solo show, Cabangis paints about the natural occurrence of forgetting - something so universal but also deeply personal. He explains: "the works visually describe things that are remembered... and questions how and why some memories are retained, and why the rest are forgotten. At a certain point in our lives, memories become fragile because of personal and natural circumstances, as in the case of (my) grandmother, who is suffering from Alzheimer's disease..." Read More

Words: Bea Davila; Image: Zean Cabangis, Trubanizer, 2010

ART FLOOD 2010, SILVERLENS GALLERY, OCT 1 - 3, FRI - SUN, 1-8PM

To see the artworks for sale, please visit www.silverlensphoto.com

Photography workshops!

Photography for Teens
October 23 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.)
with a photography trip to Enchanted Kingdom, October 30 (1-9 p.m.)

This workshop is designed for young digital-camera users who want to learn the basics of photography, covering both the aesthetic and technical aspects. The workshop-which features a lecture, actual photo shoots, working in a digital darkroom (demo only), and a photo clinic-discusses topics such as:
- Understanding light for photography
- Maximizing the use of the digital camera
- Composing and designing a photograph for visual impact
- Seeing with a photographic eye
-Plus tips on shooting people, architecture, product, still life, low-light, and other applications

Requirements
- Any digital camera
- Must be at least 13 years old

Speaker
Jay Alonzo

Joining fee and discount
P3,500 inclusive of handouts, lunch, EK Day Pass, transportation (FHL-EK-FHL), and certificate.

Due to the limited number of available slots, interested participants are requested to register on or before October 16.

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Photography for Kids
October 30 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.)
with a photography trip to Enchanted Kingdom

This specially designed photography workshop teaches young minds the basics of photography through a classroom lecture, a supervised photo shoot, and a photo clinic. As a venue for self-expression, the workshop will help develop kids’ skills in photography. Topics include:
- What is photography? Definition and history
- Exposure, as related to the importance of light in photography
- Composing and designing photographs for visual impact
- Basic camera parts (and how to maximize each)
- Different shooting applications

Requirements
- Any digital camera
- Must be 7-12 years old

Speaker
Dennis Balangue

Joining fee and discount
P3,500 inclusive of handouts, lunch, two EK Day Passes, transportation (FHL-EK-FHL), and certificate.

Both workshops will be held at the Filipinas Heritage Library, Makati Avenue, Ayala Triangle, Makati City (across from The Peninsula Manila). For more details, please call 892-1801, send an SMS to 0917-559-4417, e-mail cruz.ct@ayalafoundation.org or visit www.filipinaslibrary.org.ph

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OCTOBER PHOTO CLASSES
Digital 101: Photography and the Computer
October 2 and 9 (9am-5pm)

Traveling with a Camera: Exploring Subic
October 16-17, 6am departure
with a pre-trip lecture on October 12 (6-9pm)

Photographing Theme Parks
October 30 (9am-9pm)
with a photography trip in Enchanted Kingdom