Fine Art nominee

Self-portrait and portfolio of works in collage composition. An introspection of the photographer as human and his inherent connection to nature, and portrayal of an artist that depicts his passion, style, and approach in capturing different natural art forms that can be found in the Philippines. The work is also a tribute to the design aesthetics of found tropical objects taken during his travels for years in different national wild parks and cities in the country. The image serves as cover image for the artist’s personal collection entitled: The Fine Art of the Nature Lover Boy.

Filipino Industrial Designer and amateur Fine Art Photographer. Product Design and Development Consultant and a part-time Senior Lecturer at the School of Design and Arts, De La Salle - College of St. Benilde. Gold Winner in International Design Awards USA (Professional Category, 2019). 2017 and 2018 "Fine Art Photographer of the Year" and 2018 "Advertising Photographer of the Year" (Non-Pro) with multiple-gold in International Photography Awards - Philippines in 2017 and 2018. 1st Place Winner in International Photography Awards USA 2017 (Micro/Non-Pro). Bronze Winner for Fine Art Portfolio in Moscow International Foto Awards (for Design Vision 10/10), and Tokyo International Foto Awards (for The Fine Art of the Nature Lover Boy, 2018). 3rd Place Winner - Honor of Distinction in Still Life, 14th Black and White Spider Awards. Communication Arts Magazine Winner, 61st Photography Annual (2020). Honorable Mention Winner: DNA Paris Design Awards 2019 (Graphic Design - Professional), C2A Creative Communication Award (USA), London International Creative Competition, PX3 Prix De La Photographie Paris, Budapest International Foto Awards, International Color Awards, Minimalist Photography Awards, MonoVisions Photography Awards (Single and Series), Mobile Photography Awards (UK), and Nominee for the 4th and 5th Fine Art Photography Awards, London. Contact: masterofdesign@hotmail.com