THE vibrant spirit and cultural heritage of Saulog Tagbilaran were celebrated through the lens of local photographers at the Saulog Tagbilaran 2024 Photo Exhibit and Awarding Ceremonies, held on May 20, 2024, at the Activity Center, Island City Mall.
The event showcased the winning photos that beautifully captured the festive, colorful, and emotional essence of the celebration in honor of St. Joseph the Worker, the patron saint of Tagbilaran City.
The ceremony commenced with a ribbon-cutting event led by Mayor Jane Yap, Vice Mayor Adam Jala, and Photo Contest Committee officials Sherwin Sapong and Chester Impang, marking the official opening of the photo exhibit.
The dignitaries then proceeded to award the winners of the photo contest.
Mayor Jane Yap expressed her admiration for the participants, stating, “The talent and creativity displayed in these photographs are truly inspiring. They beautifully captured the spirit of Saulog Tagbilaran and the deep devotion of our people to St. Joseph the Worker.”
The photo contest featured two categories: Contingent and Street.
In the Contingent category, entries focused on groups or individuals participating in the official street dancing performances.
The Street category, on the other hand, highlighted photos taken during the street dancing competition, emphasizing themes of celebration, worship, and religious rituals in honor of St. Joseph.
Entries in this category could feature solo or group shots or any Saulog Festival activities such as processions or church events.
The Tagbilaran City Council for Culture and the Arts (TCCCA) Photography Committee pre-screened and pre-selected the entries.
From the top 20 photos in each category, judges selected the top ten winners.
Here is the complete list of winners:
(Contingent Category winners): 1st – Michol Sanchez; 2nd- Maxigne Lou Delusa; 3rd- Hamilito Nocete; 4th – Stevie Manugas; 5th – Hamilito Nocete; 6th – John Togonon; 7th – Herbert Kikoy; 8th – Dioscoro Villacampa Jr.; 9th – Albert Dano; 10th – Abner Landar
(Street Category winners): 1st – Ivan Langit; 2nd – Calvin Angelo Casem; 3rd – Liemuel Pantuhan; 4th – Hamilito Nocete; 5th – Calvin Angelo Casem; 6th – Hamilito Nocete. 7th – Stevie Manugas; 8th – Hamilito Nocete; 9th – Ivan Jaluag; 10th – Ivan Langit
For the ten winners in the contingent category, the first place prize was P8,000; second place, P6,000; third place, P4,000; and the rest of the winners, P1,000 each.
For the ten winners in the street category, the first place prize was P5,000; second place, P4,000; third place, P3,000; and the rest of the winners, P1,000 each.
The Saulog Tagbilaran 2024 Photo Exhibit will be open to the public at Island City Mall, allowing visitors to appreciate the artistry and cultural heritage of Tagbilaran City through the captivating photographs.
