Manila Peninsula

It was the 15th Solo Art Exhibit of new mixed media and the book launch of ROMANZA, a collection of poems by National Artist for Literature Virgilio Almario with the paintings of Mav Rufino and translations of Marne Kilates.

The benificiary of the show are The Oblate Sister of the Most Holy Redeemer ( for St. Mary's House for young girls ) and Serra's Center for girls in Pasay City.

It was formally opened on February 23, 2009 with cocktails at the Upper Lobby of the Manila Peninsula. The exhibit runs till February 28 at the Nielsen's Patio at the ground floor..
Photos taken by Cris Sevilla for Cinematic Concepts.
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Island Garden City of Samal

The wedding avp shoot took 3 days to execute. The cinematic concepts team together with Meloy and Jaybee, came up with an itinerary that included restaurants, dormitories, beach resorts, and tourist "pasaubong" centers. The Island Garden City of Samal provided a unique and private backdrop for our photo and video shoot. It was also a good time for the team to get to know the couple more and of course, enjoy the scenery!

Darlene and Digoy wedding trailer

Darlene and Digoy cinematic wedding teaser from Iggy Bilbao on Vimeo.

February 21, 2009 - A very intimate wedding set at the heart of Tagaytay City - a popular wedding destination in the Philippines. The couple prepared at a villa situated at the scenic hill side of Canyon Woods. At 10am, the wedding ceremony was held at the Transfiguration of Christ Chapel, Caleruega Batangas. Interesting choice of a “bridal bike"!. definitly unique! Truly CINEMATIC!
shot and produced by Iggy Bilbao and Olga Garcia
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Ultimate Pampanga Hot Air Balloon Valentines

It's another ULTIMATE experience as we romance up for Valentine's day and prepare to be amazed by the high and mighty in Pampanga! Gawk at the giant hot air balloon of the 13th annual Philippine Balloon Festival! Savor the delights of an authentic Italian breakfast at the best cafe this side of Clark.

Finally, we'll while away the afternoon in a soothing retreat while stuffing ourselves silly with a sumptuous Kapampangan feast in a rustic farm setting! A great treat for the body, mind and soul!

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Candaba swamps, Pampanga

(Photos by: Cris Sevilla)
Our last stop.... Birdwatching at the Candaba Swamps.. We were accompanied by my friend and birdwatcher, Ixi Mapua. Her motto is " Just watch don't catch".. We went to the bird sanctuary in Candaba, Pampanga of Mayor Gerry Pelayo. This was his resthouse cum bird sanctuary for all birdwatchers and wannabes...Birdwatching or " BIRDING " as Ixi calls it ... " is observing wild birds in their natural habitat "....Ixi handed out binoculars and even taught us how to use them.. We had to take a jeepney ( it was a fiera that can take 20 passengers ) and ride through a bumpy, dusty road for 40mins into the swamps.. but it was worth it....
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It was a cold dark night...