Photography, at its core, is the art of preserving time—of capturing the fleeting moments that define who we are, even as we change. Today marks the beginning of a deeply personal and meaningful journey: the first image in my long-term photography project documenting the growth and development of six children over the course of their childhood and adolescence.

Life in Parañaque City, Philippines: A Street Photography Journey

Captured through my Sony A1 paired with a Sigma 85mm f1.4, these black-and-white images reflect the raw, unfiltered essence of Parañaque, Metro Manila. Each photograph tells a story, offering glimpses into everyday life and the pulse of the city.