IGersManila Philippines

The global community for Filipino Instagram'ers (or IGers / ay-ji-ers) and Phoneographers, sharing a colorful blend of cultures and the telling stories behind the snapshots that spawned a unique visual artistry through the #IGersManila #9pmhabit. Register to be in the Circle of Snapshooters #iCoss and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Send us your #9pmhabit theme suggestions. Keep the good vibes rolling!

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Join "KALYE" the 2nd Philippine Instagram Exhibit

We're on the lookout for the most creative snapshots that keep visual stories interesting and attempt to frame social interaction, imagery that leaves lasting and remarkable impression, yielding illustrious reality, of frozen moments that evoke sentiments.

Join us as IGersManila presents "KALYE" for the 2ND PHILIPPINE INSTAGRAM PHOTO EXHIBIT this November, 2013. Now on its second year, the exhibit's focus will be on street phoneography, thus the theme "KALYE." 

To join, read the full mechanics:

The 2nd Philippine Instagram Photo Exhibit is open to all Filipino Instagram'ers and Phoneographers.

You must be registered to the Circle of Snapshooters #iCoss and follow IGersManila in Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Submission of entries is until October 25, 2013.

Entries must be street photos creatively snapped, edited, and filtered with a mobile phone (iOS and Android) and posted in Instagram.

Entries must be titled and captioned. Entries must be photo-tagged to @IGersManila and include the required hashtags #IGersManila #IGersPhilippines #KalyePH #IGExhibitPH002 #PhoneographyPH in the caption.

Enter as many entries as you can. Entry fee is PHP 500.00 per submission, paid via bank deposit. Please contact 0906 344 3344 for the bank details. The entry fees will cover the costs of printing and other expenses.

Both the unedited and final/posted photos must be submitted via email to [email protected], including a clear scanned copy of the bank cash deposit payment. IGersManila will confirm the entry via email.

The venue for the 2nd Philippine Instagram Photo Exhibit is TBA, with the dates tentatively set at November, 2013.

All entries will be printed in canvas courtesy of PhotoCanvas. The photo and printed canvas remain the property of the participating Instagram'er.

There will be a panel of judges to screen all entries. Note that only one (1) entry per Instagram'er will be showcased in the gallery during the exhibit.

A week after the exhibit, shortlisted Instagram'ers may pick up the canvas at a specified location, or sent via courier, the cost of which will be shouldered by the Instagram'er.

If a photo gets sold in the gallery, 75% of the proceeds will go to the Instagram'er.

One (1) entry will be picked as "Instagram Photo of the Year" which will be receiving a special prize from partners and sponsors.

IGersManila and its partners and sponsors reserve the right to modify the mechanics as needed.

Stay tuned for more announcements. Email us at [email protected] for questions.

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#ICOSSCHALLENGE: Share your #EasyTaxi Experience

Hailing a cab nowadays has gone mobile. In collaboration with @EasyTaxiPhilippines, we bring you #EasyTaxi #iCossChallenge. 

The mechanics:

This #iCossChallenge with @EasyTaxiPhilippines shall run from Oct 23, 2013 to Oct 27, 2013, from 9am to 9pm daily.

IGers should follow the Instagram account of @EasyTaxiPhilippines

IGers should download and use the Easy Taxi App in Apple Store or Google Play.

The theme for the 5-day challenge is "my #EasyTaxi experience" – Use the Easy Taxi app or take any taxi-related photo.  Note: Please don't request the taxi unless you intend to take it in order not to confuse the drivers. 

Upload your entry in Instagram with the hashtag #EasyTaxi #iCossChallenge #IGersManila and tag @easytaxiphilippines

At the end of the 5-day challenge, four (4) #iCossPick shall each win a shirt courtesy of @EasyTaxiPhilippines.

One (1) grand prize winner shall have the newest Cherry Mobile Flare 2.0 cellphone.

Questions? Follow and tag @IGersManila #TheMods on Instagram: @cclozano @edcalaycay @ipetim @pinkipop27. Keep the good vibes rolling!

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@IGersManila greets #ProFriendsAt15

Property Company of Friends, Inc., also known as PRO-FRIENDS, is celebrating 15 years in the property development industry.

They have grown from being a provider of homes in small pocket developments, to medium rise condominiums and townhouses, as well as single detached units in estate developments for the higher end market.

This week, @IGersManila collaborates with PRO-FRIENDS, one of the fastest growing property developers in the Philippines for #ProFriendsAt15.

Saturday 26-October-2013, #PCFIcommunitybuilding

Friday 25-October-2013, #HouseUnfiltered

Thursday 24-October-2013, #HouseByNight

Wednesday 23-October-2013, #HouseByDay

Tuesday 22-October-2013, #IWouldDieWithout

Monday 21-October-2013, #IResembleAs

Sunday 20-October-2013, #MyFaveSpot

The Mechanics:

Follow PRO-FRIENDS on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profriends.web), Twitter (https://twitter.com/profriendsweb) and Instagram (http://instagram.com/profriendsweb).

Instagram'ers should sign-up in @IGersManila’s Circle of Snapshooters #iCoss.

@IGersManila shall post a daily theme for #ProFriendsAt15 in Instagram.

Instagram'ers can upload their entries related to the theme with the following hashtags: #ProFriendsAt15 #9pmhabit #IGersManila #IGersPhilippines.

Instagram'ers should also tag @profriendsweb to their entries.

Entries should be posted on Instagram from 9:00pm (PHT) and until 11:00Pm (PHT) only on each day of the challenge.

#PhotoPick shall receive GCs courtesy of @profriendsweb.

At the end of the week, one oustanding entry shall receive a special gift courtesy of @profriendsweb.

Questions? Follow and tag @IGersManila #TheMods on Instagram: @cclozano @edcalaycay @ipetim @pinkipop27. Keep the good vibes rolling!

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#IGStyleStaples with @GoodStyle4You

In collaboration with @GoodStuff4You, @IGersManila brings you #IGStyleStaples —- wardrobe pieces, shoes, accessories or any style essentials that are deemed a must have!

Sample photo by @GoodStuff4You.

The Mechanics:

The #9pmhabit with @GoodStuff4You shall run on Oct 16, 2013 only.

IGers should follow the Instagram accounts of @GoodStuff4You and @SuperSaleBazaar. 

In order to qualify, IGers should like the @GoodStuff4You’s flier on @SuperSaleBazaar's account here. 

The theme for this challenge is #IGStyleStaples - your #OutfitOfTheDay - wardrobe pieces, shoes, accessories or any style essentials..

Entries should have the caption: “Can’t wait for Superb at the SMX on Oct 23-27. Visit @Goodstuff4you at Booth A14.” #IGStyleStaples #IGersManila #9pmhabit #IGersPhilippines 

Four (4) #photopick shall receive Starbucks Card (with preloaded credits) courtesy of @GoodStuff4You. 

Have questions or suggestions? Follow and tag @IGersManila #TheMods @cclozano @edcalaycay @ipetim @pinkipop27

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#DoSomethingBeautiful with @AvonPH

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month #BCAM observed all over the world every October, @IGersManila partners with @AvonPH, one of the largest corporate supporters of breast cancer awareness, in spreading the message to #DoSomethingBeautiful Against Breast Cancer.

Join us for this week's #9pmhabit and help us further Avon's advocacy. 

From Monday 7-Oct to Sunday 13-Oct, a daily theme regarding the advocacy shall be posted by @IGersManila in Instagram. 

IGers are asked to post visual stories related to the theme with the hashtag #DoSomethingBeautiful #IGersManila #9pmhabit #IGersPhilippines. 

Entries should be posted on Instagram from 9:00pm (PHT) and until 11:00pm (PHT) only on each days of the challenge.

There shall be 4 #photopick each day. 

Each #photopick will get @AvonPH #DoSomethingBeautiful Against Breast Cancer t-shirt each. For every shirt given away, P20 will be donated to the PGH Breast Cancer Center and select provincial hospitals. 

The t-shirt will also be the IGer's invitation to attend the #DoSomethingBeautiful Against Breast Cancer Walk event on October 13 to meet and greet the cause’s ambassador, Solenn Heussaff.

#DoSomethingBeautiful Against Breast Cancer

@AvonPH's Kiss Goodbye to Breast Cancer (KGBC) 2013 campaign culminates with the Do Something Beautiful Against Breast Cancer Walk and Run on October 13, 2013 at the SM Mall of Asia Open Grounds. 

You can Run a 5k or 10k or do the Walk and help in furthering this advocacy. Go to http://www.avon.com.ph/PRSuite/crusade.page or facebook.com/AvonPhilippines for more details on this event.

Have questions or suggestions? Follow and tag @IGersManila #TheMods @cclozano @edcalaycay @ipetim @pinkipop27. Keep the good vibes rolling!

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#TheColl and #iCoss get to Experience Antel Hotel

Best Western Plus Antel Hotel invited @IGersManila for an afternoon of fun shoot and activities on Saturday, 14-September-2013.

A select group of #iCoss members along with #IGersManila’s #TheMods and #TheColl indulged themselves to capture moments and  #ExperienceAntelHotel’s stylish hotel facilities, contemporary room amenities and exceptional service.

This week, we also want you to have a feel of the experience we all had. Show your editing prowess and creativity by making an ad or poster using the photos below and get a chance to #ExperienceAntelHotel.

In collaboration with Antel Hotel, @IGersManila brings you #ExperienceAntelHotel.

The mechanics: 

Follow Best Western Plus Antel Hotel on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Follow Toccare Spa on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

IGers should sign-up in @IGersManila’s Circle of Snapshooters #iCoss.(You need to do this only once)

From the raw photos uploaded below, IGers should make an ad or poster  that includes the text “#ExperienceAntelHotel” and the Antel Hotel’s logo in the photo. 

IGers should have the following hashtags in all of their entries: #ExperienceAntelHotel #9pmhabit #IGersManila

Don’t forget to include in your caption the text “Original photo by [insert username of photo owner] edited for #IGersManila #9pmhabit #ExperienceAntelHotel. 

IGers should also tag @bwplus_antelhotel on their entries.

Entries should be posted on Instagram from 9:00pm (PHT) and until 11:00pm (PHT) only on each day of the challenge.

There shall be 4 #photopick each day. 

At the end of the week, four (4) outstanding entries shall each receive free one-night only accomodation at Antel Hotel.

Keep the #goodvibes rolling! Have questions or suggestions? Follow and tag #TheMods @cclozano @ipetim @edcalaycay @pinkipop27 . Mabuhay Pinoy IGers!

Use any of these logos in your edited photos

Saturday 21-September: #ExperienceAntelHotel

Use any of these raw photos: 

Photo by @2408mike

Photo by @2408mike

Photo by @2408mike

Photo by aboynamedxander

Photo by @allandroidz

Photo by @allandroidz

Photo by @bryantotz

Photo by @bryantotz

Photo by @claudsclaudio

Photo by @claudsclaudio

Photo by @claudsclaudio

Photo by darthmao

Photo by @dokigram

Photo by @@ferdie_so_fly

Photo by @ferdie_so_fly

Photo by @iamkebok

Photo by @ivanborlongan

Photo by @kiethwalter

Photo by @luke10_23

Photo by @marc7del

Photo by @marc7del

Photo by @ome_md

Photo by @ome_md

Photo by @ome_md

Photo by @ome_md

Photo by @sofarahway

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#LetsSpeakApp Talk Series Launched

Recognizing that mobile phoneography has evolved from just taking quick snaps of precious moments to sharing to the world our creative visual stories, @IGersManila launched #LetsSpeakApp, a 3-part talk series on enhancing visual stories.

In partnership with @SMMegamall who is celebrating #MegaCyberMonth this August, the talk series was launched  at the Mega Atrium on August 17, 2013. 

The first talk  ”Be Still" focused on apps used for visual snapshots. Speaking in front of Pinoy Instagram’ers, Carl Lozano, founder of @IGersManila,  discussed essential iOS apps that he personally uses in his visual storytelling. #TheMods Ed Calaycay, on the other hand, did a live demo of the apps he used in his Android device.

From the uploaded entries in Instagram with the hashtag #LetsSpeakApp, five (5) photopicks we’re chosen and each received PHP1000 worth of gift certificates courtesy of Chuck’s Grub.

The event capped off with Chuck’s Grub serving their signature fish and chips for everyone’s enjoyment. 

@IGersManila extends it gratitude to #TheColl for the “now happening” moments during the event and to all the IGers who gamely participated in the activity at the Mega Atrium. Watch out for the next session of this series!

Thanks, to to our sponsors @SMMegamall, Chuck’s Grub, Sony and Data Blitz for making  #LetsSpeakApp - Be Still a success. 

Photo credits to #TheColl @jaimejim @vinaranas_87 and @ianaperalta.

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@MySoloOnline launches #SoloXKikoMachine

This August, Solo is releasing their next clothing collection featuring Kikomachine Komix. The first 40 customers to buy any item from the Kikomachine Collection at Solo in The Row Glorietta 1 receives a free Kikomachine Komix book vol.9 signed by Pinoy Komiks artist and author, Manix Abrera.

In collaboration with @MySoloOnline, @IGersManila brings you #SoloXKikoMachine.

The mechanics:

Follow Solo on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

IGers should sign-up in @IGersManila’s Circle of Snapshooters #iCoss here.

This special #9pmhabit will run for 3 days starting on 15-August until 17-August-2013.

IGers should have the following hashtags in all of their entries: #SOLOxKikomachine #9pmhabit #IGersManila

IGers should also tag @MySoloOnline on their entries.

Entries should be posted on Instagram from 9:00pm (PHT) and until 11:00pm (PHT) only on each day of the challenge.

Challenges per day shall be posted by @IGersManila in Instagram. 

There shall be 4 #photopick each day who shall win a KikoMachine Komix book vol. 9 signed by Manix Abrera.

  Day 1. Thursday 15-August-2013

We ask you to create a poster/ad from ANY of the 5 raw photos below. Enhance and edit the photo/s with their favorite photo editing apps and insert the text "Solo x Kikomachine" in it.

  Day 2. Friday 16-August-2013

Take a snapshot and present it in a comic-themed layout with your favorite photo edit and filter apps.

  Day 3. Saturday 17-August-2013

Take a snapshot of anything VINTAGE, have fun and be creative using your favorite photo edit and filter apps.

Photos courtesy of @MySoloOnline

Have questions or suggestions? Follow and tag @IGersManila #TheMods @cclozano @edcalaycay @ipetim @pinkipop27.

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KALYE

Snapshots that keep visual stories interesting and attempt to frame social interaction, imagery that leaves lasting and remarkable impression, yielding illustrious reality, of frozen moments that evoke sentiments.

Stay tuned as we unveil more details of the 2ND PHILIPPINE INSTAGRAM EXHIBIT slated this November 2013. Email us at [email protected] for questions.

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IGersManila presents "ANINO"

The IGersManila Philippines community is proud to support and endorse ANINO - an apprenticeship theatrical production of a gripping story about getting trapped and breaking from the shadows of the past - a play penned in Filipino by Kurt Lozano, Janine Dariagan and Gab Pe; directed by Gian Ramilo and Rani Aberin; produced by Micaella Manabat under TBK Productions - students and aspiring theater artists from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Arts and Letters.

Watch ANINO on Wednesday 24-July-2013, 1:00PM at the TARC Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas, España, Manila. Admission is FREE.

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#TheColl attends Shai Lagarde's talk for #SMManilaJeanology

Fashion blogger Shai Lagarde visited SM City Manila on Sunday, July 21 at 2pm. She gave a short talk on the latest tips on how to choose the right jeans for occasions and for all body types and gender. She also shared some (do-it-yourself) DIY tips for customizing denims. 

 Photo by @christofferking 

During the event, @IGersManila’s #TheColl captured #NowHappening moments.

Show your editing prowess and creativity by enhancing ANY of the photos below using your favorite editing apps. Join us for the #9pmhabit by posting your unique visual interpretation of the pictures below.

Photo by @christofferking

Photo by @christofferking

Photo by @christofferking

Photo oto by @edcalaycay  

Photo by @edcalaycay

Photo by @edcalaycay

Photo by @edcalaycay

  Photo by @oscardelahopia

Photo by @oscardelahopia

Photo by @oscardelahopia

Photo by @oscardelahopia

Photo by @reyjohnino

Photo by @reyjohnino

Photo by @reyjohnino

Don’t forget to include in your caption the text “Original photo by [insert #TheColl team member name] edited for #IGersManila #9pmhabit #SMManilaJeanology #SMManilaJeansFest #GetYourJeansOn”.

Keep the #goodvibes rolling! Have questions or suggestions? Follow and tag #TheMods @cclozano @ipetim @edcalaycay @pinkipop27 . Mabuhay Pinoy IGers!

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#TheColl is at #SMManilaJeanology Tuhog Mall Tour

@IGersManila’s #TheColl  was at @SMCity_Manila’s #SMManilaJeanology #SMManilaJeansFest for the mall tour of Star Cinema and Skylight Film's Tuhog.

Show your editing prowess and creativity by enhancing ANY of the photos below using your favorite editing apps. Join us for the #9pmhabit by posting your unique visual interpretation of the pictures below.

Photo by @LiberatingJepoy

Photo by @LiberatingJepoy

Photo by @chakulit16

Photo by @chakulit16

Photo by @chakulit16

Photo by @christofferking

Photo by @christofferking

Photo by @christofferking

Photo by @edcalaycay

Photo by @edcalaycay

Photo by @edcalaycay

Photo by @edcalaycay

Photo by @ipetim

Photo by @ipetim

Photo by @ipetim

Photo by @ipetim

Photo by @reyjohnino

Don’t forget to include in your caption the text “Original photo by [insert #TheColl team member name] edited for #IGersManila #9pmhabit #SMManilaJeanology #SMManilaJeansFest”.

Keep the #goodvibes rolling! Have questions or suggestions? Follow and tag #TheMods @cclozano @ipetim @edcalaycay @pinkipop27 . Mabuhay Pinoy IGers!

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#iCoss Team is at #SMManilaJeanology

@IGersManila’s Circle of Snapshooters (#iCOSS) is at @SMCity_Manila’s #SMManilaJeanology #SMManilaJeansFest. Show your editing prowess and creativity by enhancing ANY of the photos below using your favorite editing apps. Join us for the #9pmhabit by posting your unique visual interpretation of the pictures below..

Photo by @edcalaycay

Photo by @gelaramirez13

Photo by @gelaramirez13

Photo by @jaimejim

Photo by @johngramers

Photo by @johngramers

Photo by @johngramers

Photo by @johngramers

Photo by @thequeenbishop

Photo by @viclagana

Photo by @viclagana

Photo by @wiltaf

Don’t forget to include in your caption the text “Original photo by [insert #icoss team member name] edited for #IGersManila #9pmhabit #SMManilaJeanology #SMManilaJeansFest”. Keep the #goodvibes rolling! Have questions or suggestions? Follow and tag #TheMods @cclozano @ipetim @edcalaycay @pinkipop27 . Mabuhay Pinoy IGers!

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@IGersManila joins #SocialMediaWeekend2013

Join @IGersManila as  we spread Instagram'ing fun at @TweetUpMNL's #SocialMediaWeekend2013. 

With Philippines being cited as the #SocialMediaCapital of the world, TweetUp Manila – a group of enthusiasts who share a passion for social media and who were instrumental in the successful mounting of the first social media day in the country last year which had over 500 netizens, social media influencers and personalities in attendance – raises the bar and doubles the excitement by mounting the first Nationwide Social Media Weekend in the Philippines.

With the theme "let’s move #fwdPH", @IGersManila joins netizens in Manila for the #SocialMediaWeekend activities at the Activity Center of the New Glorietta Mall, Makati City on June 29, 2013. 

This shall be followed by Cebu, General Santos, Cagayan de Oro and Davao communities staging their events on June 30, 2013.

Keep the good vibes rolling and see you at the Social Media Weekend 2013! 

For more information, please visit www.tweetupMNL.com.

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@IGersManila founder is finalist at #TattAwards2013

@IGersManila’s founder, @CCLozano, is a finalist in the Tatt Awards 2013!

Tatt Awards, created by Globe Tattoo, is a ground breaking avenue that recognizes individuals who share Tattoo’s fiery passion for greatness, founded on individuality and a sincere interest to lead by sharing with others. 

If in one way or another, #IGersManila has served as an inspiration for you in keeping the good vibes rolling, vote for @CCLozano as Instagram Phenom of the Year!

Just login to the TattAwards2013.com using your Facebook, Twitter, and/or Google accounts and vote for #IGersManila’s very own “Daddy C” @CCLozano as Instagram Phenom of the Year. You can vote for him  EVERY HOUR from June 14, 2013 to June 30, 2013. For details of the voting mechanics, go to TattAwards2013.com.

Mabuhay #PinoyIGers! Keep the #goodvibes rolling! 

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@AvonPH brings to IG the #AvonColoredEmotions

This June, @IGersManila is collaborating with @AvonPH to bring you #AvonColoredEmotions—share your visual stories of colors and the emotions they evoke.

Get a chance to win special gift from Avon Philippines by joining our special #9pmhabit .

The mechanics are as follow:

Follow Avon Philippines in Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Check @IGersManila’s #9pmhabit theme from Sunday 16-June  to Tuesday 18-June in Instagram. 

Entries should have the following hash tags #AvonPH #AvonColoredEmotions #9pmhabit #IGersManila #IGersPhilippines

Entries should be posted from 9:00PM (PHT) to 11:00PM (PHT) only.

By around 10:00AM (PHT) the following day, @IGersManila #TheMods and representatives from @AvonPH will decide on the 4 photopicks and an announcement in IG shall be made thereafter.

Photopicks get a special gift from Avon Philippines. 

Have questions? Follow and tag #IGersManila #TheMods @CCLozano @EdCalaycay @iPetim @Pinkipop27 in Instagram. 

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#MusterDate002: Noon at Ngayon

In time for the Philippine Independence Day celebration, @IGersManila thought of “looking back” before we go “moving forward” in keeping the good vibes rolling.

With this in mind, #TheMods and #TheColl convened for an afternoon of visual storytelling on Saturday, 8-June-2013. The IGers gathered at Le Petit Studio Manila in Makati and spent the day snap shooting with Models Enzo Pineda and Diana Sadie.

Looking back

Set in a sepia-toned background and capiz shell windows, the IGers captured the models Enzo and Diana wearing Barong Tagalog and Baro’t Saya for the theme “Noon” (Then).

Moving forward

Complementing the “Ngayon” (Now), the modern fashion of Enzo and Diana, the IGers snapped visual stories of the models in their modern look with a lite blue elegant backdrop.

  Credits

We would like to thank GMA7 for allowing the male Kapuso lead star of Kakambal ni Eliana, Enzo Pineda, to join this shoot for #IGersManila.

Our gratitude also goes to Diana Sadie, who was tapped by her good friend and #TheColl member, Charisse Joan Cao.

We would also like to extend our appreciation to Jeoff Solas (@LiberatingJepoy), and @AvonPH for sponsoring the make-up and giveaways during this event dubbed as ” #MusterDate002”.

Many thanks to Nicole Aparentado, the owner of Le Petit Studio Manila, served as the make-up artist for the day.

Behind the Scenes

Playing around with the backdrops at Le Petit Studio Manila,  the IGers took turns in taking their shots while the models are preparing for the actual shoot.

More of “Noon at Ngayon” visual stories of Enzo and Diana in Instagram.  Check @IGersManila's #MusterDate002.