Yesterday, I turned a year older. A simple lunch took place down south of Metro Manila with my husband and our little hunk, Dakila. No fancy merriment happened. At this point in my life, being with my family over a delightful meal brings me pleasure and comfort. When the day ended, I reflected and came to realize that my photography career, very much like my family, is what makes my whole being. And then a question was quietly raised — does photographing children still challenge me?

For those of you who keep visiting Labski Fotografi, by now you already know how much I love colors. When I take photos, colors always pop out. I rarely post monochrome images. To change things a bit around here, I decided to see life in black and white. Don’t worry. All the kiddie parties I will be covering will still pop out with colors. Clients hire me for that and so it stays that way.

Dakila’s Adventures. A 30-day photo challenge in black & white. I decided to have our son as my subject since we are together 24/7. Now on his 9th month, he is so mobile, always full of life and antics. Everyday means a whole new experience with him. And if you look at it, this challenge is win-win. It will not only sharpen my monochrome skills but it will also help me immortalize our son’s cherished moments.

And so the challenge begins.

UPDATE:  {Photo Challenge} Dakila’s Adventures Days 1-20

UPDATE: {Photo Challenge} Dakila’s Adventures Days 11-20

UPDATE: {Photo Challenge} Dakila’s Adventures Days 21-30