Embrace the unknown
“Too many of us are hung up on what we don’t have, can’t have, or won’t ever have. We spend too much energy being down, when we could use that same energy –… Read More
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When life is breathtaking
“In the end, it’s not going to matter how many breaths you took, but how many moments took your breath away.” ~Shing Xiong Puca Beach, Boracay 2006 Philippines
Life is a daring adventure
“Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright… Read More
Never stop being a kid
“Never stop being a kid. Never stop feeling and seeing and being excited with great things like air and engines and sounds of sunlight within you. Wear your little mask if you must… Read More
Rise above your challenges
“Man must rise above the Earth — to the top of the atmosphere and beyond — for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives”. ~ Socrates Demo sailing… Read More
Nurture young dreams
“There is hope in dreams, imagination, and in the courage of those who wish to make those dreams a reality.” ~ Jonas Salk A young skimboarder dreams big in the skimboarding competition held… Read More
Guangzhou’s Cirque du China
I am a long time fan of the Cirque du Soleil. I collected every CD of their performances since the 90s. Years passed and this Canadian world class act finally invaded Las Vegas,… Read More
Playing Walking Dead
THE HAUNTING AT THE GAP FARM RESORT © Jojie Alcantara (Oct 2012) A fun horror-themed shoot at Davao’s GAP Farm Resort, famous for its statues of Philippine mythical creatures, so we added our… Read More
Be the lotus flower
“From within the lotus flower grows, up through the mud and the muck bypassing all that threatens to taint its emerging beauty and glory. Then it springs forth without spot or stain opening… Read More
Coming home
“The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned.” ~ Maya Angelou Though I love this image in its… Read More
Darn It, I won
Announcement On BetterPhoto.com – 10/2/2012 Photographer Jojie F. Alcantara of Davao, Davao del Sur, has won Second Place for August in the prestigious photography contest sponsored by BetterPhoto.com, the site’s founder, Jim Miotke,… Read More
Find your challenge
“Do not stop thinking of life as an adventure. You have no security unless you can live bravely, excitingly, imaginatively; unless you can choose a challenge instead of competence.” ― Eleanor Roosevelt, The… Read More
Remember that you are needed
“Remember that you are needed. There is at least one important work to be done that will not be done unless you do it.” ~Catherine Pulsifer My favorite pastime in my province is… Read More
Promise Yourself
Promise Yourself To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet. To make all your friends feel that there… Read More
Finding beauty and mystery
“The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious – the fundamental emotion which stands at the cradle of true art and true science.” ― Albert Einstein The setting for this beautiful… Read More
Bee sweet and gentle
“Handle a book as a bee does a flower, extract its sweetness but do not damage it.” ― John Muir …a simple lesson in humanity. Davao City, Philippines © Jojie Alcantara
Reload 025: Hand in Hand (Ma Li and Zhai Xiaowei with missing limbs)
RELOAD, REFRESH, RESTART 025 - It’s what we do in our computers. So with life, we take a break. If all else fails, reformat. Sit back, relax and enjoy my favorite video reposts.… Read More
My Fine Art Photography
Welcome to my world of art, travel, writing and photography. Just sharing my passion in a positive way and hoping it will inspire you to follow your dreams too.
Reload 024: The Festival I dream of visiting
RELOAD, REFRESH, RESTART 024 - It’s what we do in our computers. So with life, we take a break. If all else fails, reformat. Sit back, relax and enjoy my favorite video reposts.… Read More
Follow your calling
“I’ve come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that’s as unique as a fingerprint – and that the best way to succeed is to discover what you love and… Read More
Moments matter
“You can look at a picture for a week and never think of it again. You can also look at a picture for a second and think of it all your life.” ―… Read More
