THE Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) today announced the 24 grand winners of its prestigious 2024 Photography Competition which attracted nearly 4,000 entries nationwide.
With the help of seasoned photographers and exceptional visual artists who served as jurors during the regional and final screenings, PAGCOR carefully selected photo entries that stood out for their originality and visual impact.
In the Conventional Category, the eight grand prize winners received Php100,000 cash prize each, while the 16 grand winners from the Mobile and Drone categories received Php50,000 each.
The eight consolation prize winners in the Conventional Category also received Php35,000 each, while the 16 grand finalists in the Mobile and Drone categories were awarded Php20,000.
With the theme “Harvest Time”, this year’s photo competition showcased the rich creativity and insight into the agricultural resources of the Philippines and the hard work of Filipino farmers, growers and fishermen.
PAGCOR President and COO Wilma T. Eisma, who graced the awarding ceremony at the agency’s Corporate Office in Pasay City, underscored the competition’s significance in recognizing the exceptional talent of Filipino photographers.
“I am grateful to be in a company that promotes art and Filipino culture while recognizing the talent of Filipino photographers,” she said. “This competition puts PAGCOR on the map as a staunch supporter of culture and the arts.”
Eisma added that entries for this year’s Photography Competition are not only exceptional; they also captured the beauty and essence of the harvest season in Philippine countryside.
“Muli tayong namangha sa ganda at kalidad ng mga entries na aming natanggap ngayong taon. Patunay po ito na talagang napakarami nating magagaling na photographers – professional man o amateurs,” she said.
“At kahit pa nga medyo challenging ang ating temang “Harvest Time” dahil sa nagdaang El Niňo na ating naranasan hanggang Mayo nitong taon, libo-libo pa rin ang lumahok at nagpadala ng kanilang mga entries.”
The Conventional Category winners are Jaime S. Singalor (Resilient Filipino Family Harvesting Together); Vyktor M. Regala Jr. (Liswi); Ruel P. Coloso (Isang Araw sa Buhay ng Mangangalakal ng Talaba); Janice A. Tadoyo (Danggit Fishing); Jan Paul C. Jose (Damong Dagat); Buddy P. Gadiano (Golden Harvest); Albert C. Aguado (Harvesting Abundance); and Arturo B. De Vera (Salt of the Earth).
For the Mobile Category, the grand winners are Ivan Cris E. Romero (Ageless Harvest); Jenevie O. Estrella (Balad); Melvin C. Anore (Gems of Laguna Lake); Claro M. Rayos Del Sol (Family Harvest); Christian Jose A. Zambra (Future Farmer);
Wilfredo N. Lumagbas, Jr. (Catching Crabs); Liemuel E. Pantuhan (Banana Extravaganza: A Feast of Abundance) and Lemuel Ragasa (Masaganang Ani).
Meanwhile, grand winners in the Drone Category are Nicko A. Melendres (Taal Lake Fisherfolk); Carlo G. Dacumos (Rice in Bar Graph); Jeash Coven Mizpah Del A. Artajo (Sunset Symphony); Mark Lawrence C. Pagaran (Nightfall Bounty); Abdul-him G. Ibrahim (Pusod ng Bungsod); Marlo B. Demo-os (Subsistence Farming); Jose Revoli S. Cortez (Sustainable Fibers) and Rea Angel B. Macalandag (Sustainable Fish Farming).
PAGCOR also gave away Php10,000 cash prize to each of the winners of People’s Choice Awards: Christian Jose A. Zamora for his entry, “Future Farmer” (Mobile Category); Joshua E. Escalona, “God’s Grace” (Drone Category); and Jaime S. Singlador, “Resilient Filipino Family Harvesting Together” (Conventional Category).
The winning photos will be featured in PAGCOR’s corporate calendars (desk and wall versions) for 2025.
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