Last week, we had an almost impromptu shoot. It was just a practice shoot for me and a former officemate, and I also invited a fellow photographer to join us, as we helped an intern student complete her assignment/project. Ms. Via of @versaheel answered my call for collab and lend us her shoes to style our model. It really looks nice when a product is worn by a model, especially for fashion items. Model : @kingkarot17 👠: @versaheel 📸: @ruggedpixie #phgoods #supportlocal #supportlokalph #madeinthephilippines #marikinashoes #fashion #style #photoshoot (at Bonifacio High Street)

What a lovely backpack! #phgoods #supportlocal #supportlokalph #madeinthephilippines @greatwomenproject : ・・・ How to wear a Kabayan backpack 101. You can catch the wonderful creations of Kabayan Weaving Arts and Crafts, and the rest of the women micro-entrepreneurs of GREAT Women Project until tomorrow here at the World Trade Center

Here's a summer must-have if you've got a big heart. @sidlanbag the first-of-its-kind multifunction bag-mat-blanket is a social enterprise that partners with the deaf and mute of DSWD-NVRC for production. They want to promote sustainable tourism and travel-back packing in the Philippines. Get one now! #phgoods #supportlocal #supportlokalPH #madeinthephilippines

Spotted this @hull.stern drybag of @aizeecream during our a trip to Balabac with @kilometerzeroph. Up close, it is made of sturdy tarp material with quality snaps, and the straps can be moved to be a cross-body bag. I'm really considering one of these either in pink or purple. I like the calligraphy and style of this brand. #phgoods #supportlocal #madeinthephilippines #supportlokalPH 📸: @bossael (at Balabac Group of Islands)

March 2016. Macario is a local artist who makes these beautiful parrot carvings from tree branches. said, it takes 3 days for a batch of wood to be carved and painted. He sells these souvenir items starting from P100 each to support his family. As you can see, he is differently-abled. But that does not stop him from dreaming, being creative and working hard to feed his family. If you have a chance to visit Nasugbu and find him near Jollibee, say hi, and buy his colorful carved parrots. They're great souvenirs and you'll be able to support this local artisan and his crafts. #phgoods #supportlocal #madeinthephilippines #nasugbu #batangas (at Jollibee Nasugbu, Batangas)

March 2016. I was sitting at Jollibee Nasugbu when I saw this man carrying a bunch of colorful wooden birds, and trying to see if he could sell some. He was facing the other way when I called his attention and asked how much his items were. I had a nice chat with him as I picked a pair of lovely birds as souvenirs. I didn't know if I'd see him again when we return to the mainland, so I just had to purchase before we head to Fortune Island. #artsandcrafts by #differentlyabled #buylocal #phgoods #sooc #xt10 #fujifilm #fujifilmlifestyle (at Jollibee Nasugbu, Batangas)

Anj is wearing Juana by @negritasph These swimmies have a nice fit. The style leaves sweet little tan lines after your summer holiday too! #phgoods #supportlocal #madeinthephilippines #negritasph @negritasph x @kilometerzeroph (at Balabac Group of Islands)

Always looking for adventure this summer? Make a go bag. Start with a nice, Instagram-worthy drybag to put your summer essentials in. #phgoods #supportlocal -------- #Repost @hull.stern ・・・ "Always roll up the sleeves on your shirt. It gives the impression that you're working, even if you're not." - Ashton Kutcher 😆 Wake up it's almost the weekend! 🌞🙌 Beautiful photo by @budgetbiyahera