photography is simple. don't complicate it. know the rules then break 'em!
just love to capture the vivid colors of life in my own little way.
love life.
and i love music too!

Nikon D300 Digital Single Lens Reflex
Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D with Marumi DHG Lens Protect
Nikkor 105mm F2.8G IF ED AF-S VR Micro with Hoya Pro1 Digital UV(0)
Nikkor 24-85mm F3.5-4.5G IF ED AF-S with Hoya HMC UV(0)
Tokina AT-X124 PRO DX 12-24mm F4 with Kenko UV(0) and Hoya Pro1 Digital CPL
Two (2) Nikon SB600 Speedlight with Sto-fen Omnibounce
Nikon MB-D10 Multi Power Battery Grip
Nikon Microtex Lens Cloth
THANKS to:
Calumet 7500 Tripod with Quickgrip Action Head (courtesy of Joel Monsalud)
REI Ultra Pod II (courtesy of Juanito "Bong" Holandez)
UPstrap Professional Camera Strap (courtesy of Juanito "Bong" Holandez)
Seagull Flash Soft Diffuser ala Lightsphere (courtesy of Gerreeeeee)
Nikon 90th Anniversary Neck Strap (courtesy of Gerreeeeee)
Phottix Shutter Release Cord (courtesy of Gerreeeeee)
Crumpler 7 Million Dollar Home (courtesy of Bong Holandez)
Lowepro Neoprene Camera Strap (courtesy of glenOX)
Nikon Professional Bull Cap :)
Tamrac Expedition 5
Stobist Kit Bag
Ansmann Schumaccher AA Battery
Eneloop AA Battery
Apacer Steno III 2GB CF Card
Giottos Rocket Blower
Colored Gels
Falcon Eyes CA-1 Adaptor and Soft Reflector
Falcon Eyes Honeycomb
Falcon Eyes Conical Snoot
5 in 1 42" Reflector
WF Light Stands x Two
Two (2) 36" Shoot Through Umbrella
Two (2) 36" Reflective Umbrella (silver diffuser)
Had the great opportunity to use the following cameras ,lenses and speedlights too:
Nikon D90
Nikon F100 SLR
Nikon D40 DSLR
Nikon D80 DSLR with MB-D80 battery grip
Nikkor 20mm F2.8D
Nikkor 50mm F1.4D
Nikkor 50mm F1.8D
Nikkor 12-24mm F4 DX
Nikkor 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 DX
Nikkor 18-70mm F3.5-4.5G
Nikkor 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 VR
Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-5.6G VR
Nikkor 80-200mm F2.8D
Nikkor 80-200mm F2.8 Push Pull
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8
Tokina ATX280 Pro 28-80mm F2.8
Sigma 30mm F1.4
Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6
Nikon SB800
Nikon SB400
Nikon SB26
Admin at Us & Them (a hardcore Nikonian Group) and Faces of Portraits. Moderator at Nikkor 85mm F1.8D Group.

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Testimonials (26)
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comebai3 says:
"joelCgarcia 是一個最好的攝影師.他總是能拍出很特別,很精緻的照片,尤其在人物照,透過他的詮釋,能讓我對菲律賓女人多一點了解,謝謝我的好朋友,,joelCgarcia期待您繼續創作."
16th September, 2009
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Frank's Photography (Merry Xmas & Happy New Year) says:
"For me, Joel is one of the best photographers here on Flickr (and probably outside Flickr, too).
Not only does he do fantastic model shots, but he is so versatile that it is really stunning; in every picture one can see his deep passion for photography! And he has all the skills needed for producing outstanding pictures, and knows how to use them.
Whenever I klick on his name to view his latest additions I am sure I won't get disappointed. And I never was.
Keep your fantastic work!"1st September, 2009
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Medeya/Медея says:
"Joel has a way of capturing these unique, beautiful shots. I love the natural, not overprocessed look of the photos and endless imagination of his. Very enjoyable."
22nd May, 2009
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gniv says:
"Sir Joel? My first teacher in the field of Photography. Yeah he can be a teacher believe it or not..
Sir Joel is teenager at heart. A nice person :) and a great Photographer.
[sir joel pwede na ba? pag nadaan kami ni Janus sa ministop mo libre kami Fab Juice ah.. mango flavor tsaka Ham and Cheese Kariman ahahaha joke ]"16th September, 2008
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madie_lopez says:
"I'm so blessed to have worked with Joel because I not only met another great photographer but also a very pleasant person to be around with. He seems to really love what he does as he always get to capture captivating colors and priceless emotions in his photographs. His work is a product of sincere passion which cannot be denied. Thank you so much for your kindness and friendship. I believe in your craft and I'm so honored to have been a part of it :)"
25th August, 2008
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.s.t.e.f.a.n.o. says:
"i'm always so happy to see his stream. His photos display joy, and sometimes even a subtle sense of sorrow.
Joel is a great photographer. His photo's are so and colorful.
I thimk he is a very special person! He leaves always a positive comment in my stream. I apreciate very mich such kindness.
I look forward to seeing more of his pics and wish him all kind of happiness he ever will.
Regards.
Stefano"12th August, 2008
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Mike Serrano (No-Camera-Yet-Mode) says:
"keep it Joel!"
19th April, 2008
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bert671 says:
"Joel! my brother from another mother, hehe. i truly enjoy your work,
buddy. i'm glad we're all in this photography thing.
Lets meet up again someday back in the motherland or here in Guam and shoot shoot shoot more babes!
take care brotha.."6th April, 2008
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ossie hermosisima says:
"He loves to shoot beautiful women even more than me! More power, Joel."
23rd March, 2008
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PowerPee says:
"Joel is like an NBA rookie. His skills improves each time he shoots. I have seen his streams from day 1 and he finds ways to make his photos better and gladly accepts 'assistance' from his peers.
I definitely agree with Fonzie's comment, the models should be honored.
Happy Shooting and God bless Bro! =D"18th March, 2008
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Fonzie's cousin says:
"Joel's work as a photographer is amazing. Any model he shoots should be honored."
3rd March, 2008
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johnnypixs says:
""Gerek sosyal yaşamdaki, gerek fotoğrafçılık hakkındaki benim için son derece önemli olan bilgilerini paylaşıp "Karaoğlanı"nı düşündüğü için ayrı bir sempatim vardır kendisine.
Bugüne dek gördüğüm sanırım en hırslı ve tutkulu amatör fotoğrafçı; gerçi amatörlüğüne ya da profesyonelliğine, kim, nasıl karar verebilir bilemem; ancak asıl mesleği fotoğrafçılık olmadığından ben "amatör" demeyi tercih ettim. Hiç şüphe götürmez ki, eline su dökebilecek pek fazla aynı kriterde de insan yok...
Başarılarının ve fotoğraflarının devamını dilerim...""26th February, 2008
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Roel Santiago GUAM says:
""Joel is a great photographer. His photo's are so vivid and colorful, a real joy to watch his stream.
Besides his skill as photographer he's very friendly person and always leaving a positive comment in my stream.
A joy to know him on Flickr. Take a look at his pictures and enjoy the vivid ride of his great pictures!""26th February, 2008
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Turtleboy Pagongboy says:
"I love your new avatar Joel! Panalo :)
Great guy! galing mag picture! and Big Bro ko ito sa Beda! hehehe magkita naman tayo minsan hahaha panay Flickr lang tayo nag uusap! coffee?"15th February, 2008
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joanneCurlah says:
"joel joel.. a nikonian like me... we have the same birthday.. keep up the good work more pictures to come..."
10th February, 2008
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gerreeeeee says:
"Based on the rough transcript of a very relaxed conversation had with my good buddy and high school classmate Joel C. Garcia one evening in front of a new building in Pasig City with a vacant space for rent full of business potentials, "Just like beauty pageants, photographs should not be retouched, except resizing as an intellectual self-defense, and should be shown to others in it's original state to reveal its true beauty and the real talent of a photographer." Joel C. Garcia is a photographer exuding in raw talents and skills who brings out the beauty in every subject he chooses."
15th January, 2008
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maffiehottie says:
"happy x-mass and a merry new year"
29th December, 2007
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purpleflames says:
"After crossing paths on Flickr, I got hooked up on his photostream. Why? Joel's portraits are very stunning, a department I'm lacking(or none at all). I'm really amazed how he got so many beautiful, gorgeous, stunning models and have them pose very artistically. But don't get me wrong on the portraits, this guy can shoot dozens more from candids to still life to...you get the picture?
Try browsing his stream, then you'll see."27th November, 2007
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diana_santos says:
"may nagcomment sa multiply ko love na love nila ang bokeh mo! wahaha.. one word! ur the best joel!"
23rd November, 2007
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JoseSantiagoTan.Com says:
"Definitely a man full of creativity as manifested by the Fashion and Glamour shoots in his stream.
Have not met him personally but the photos that he shares to the community seems to speak into us. Thus the more we see his pictures the more we get to know this artist.
Good luck to you Joel and more power!
From Bangkok, Thailand"29th October, 2007
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adem chua says:
"Passionate, very funny, down to earth, kaibigan ng lahat and shy (ooops, that's not Joel, lol!) Joel is one person who would surely excel on anything that he has set his mind on. Didn’t know he would go this far when he went into this hobby early this year. Funny most of the time, he definitely is a friend to go to when you need serious advice about anything. One of the people I truly admire. Keep it up."
29th October, 2007
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Paolo Mañalac says:
"Joel has a nack for portraits and girls :P. he's one of the people i love to shoot with. very creative, sharing and fun. He knows his stuff and his girls heheeheheh. most people call him the pimp... check his photo stream and you'll know why :D cheers!"
26th October, 2007
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Mang Ramon says:
"very kind, fun to be with, cute and good looking. pa-embrace naman dyan oh! mwah!"
15th October, 2007
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erika jzoanne says:
"one of my fave photographers!!! very easy, fun, and comfortable to work with.... very creative and imaginative.....he makes sure that the model is comfortable with the pose and contented with the shots. a very nice person..and o yah he's the one who asked me to make this flickr account.hehe =)"
11th September, 2007
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ronrag says:
"If there is one word befitting any description of this guy, i would say Joel is a very passionate person. when he's into a particular hobby, he would put his heart into it and find ways of perfection into what he's doing. a fast learner and technically equipped in knowledge and skills, he has a knack for learning anything. funny most of the time but deep inside he's a very sensitive and pragmatic person with high sets of values whom he acquired from the same school that we jointly went to.
a loyal friend and a great buddy to tag along with in any event or ocassion, this guy will treat everyone with respect and no wonder he can easily gain the admiration and high esteem of all the people he associates with. a very loving person, he knows how to delight a lady and amuse each and every girl he's with. i would say he's got great potentials in achieving photographic excellence and give him time, this guy will plainly surpass my intermediate knowledge on the craft but that is if he'll just take the cudgels of spending more time on photo editing.
mag photoshop ka na kase, Joel :)"22nd August, 2007
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anne_tidarat says:
"Very created!!"
17th August, 2007












