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We all have our own general vision of the world(and personal interpretation of our lives in particular). Good photographers learn just enough technical skills so they can attempt to share that vision with others.

I'm a photo-hobbyist based in Cebu City, Southern Philippines. That's ten degrees above the Equator.
Started with Flickr on May 30, 2006

Filipino, 5'7", long hair, bearded. A student of Hermetics and the Kabbalah; and formerly sidelined as an astrologer and a tarot card reader. Sun and Moon in Pisces. Mercury, Venus and Mars are all in Aries. I'm easily taken for a ride; but I prefer to do the driving.
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www.youtube.com/ossiehermosisima
Ipernity
Model Mayhem
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16,000,000 total view clicks.... thanks!!!

My first camera was a Nikon F Photomic given to me by my Uncle Rosendo in 1975. I then worked as press photographer/features writer for two years(1980-1982) at the University of the Philippines Information Office in Diliman, Quezon City(I was a Mass Comm. alumnus there). I then returned to my hometown in Cebu City(1982) to help manage our family pension house. I went back to shooting again (street photography) in 1987 and eventually started sponsoring minor pageants and bikini competitions in 2002; as I was beginning to get fascinated with female beauty. It's this merry mix of shooting experiences which has resulted to the present style of photography that I'm doing today, not to mention the fact that I'm still single. I wish to have more experience photographing/glorifying different beauties of different races; but I'm stuck with Cebuanas(Austronesians) for the time being. To be honest, I think that Filipinas are some of the most attractive women in the world - photography-wise. Otherwise, I would have been better off spending my time photographing cliché orange beach sunsets, small old colonial churches and creepy street scenes from over here.

Cheers,
Ossie
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Gear:
50 f/1.8 II EF
28-135 f/3.5-5.6 EF IS
70-300 f/4.0-5.6 EF IS
Nikon D90 w/ grip
Nikon D300 w/ grip
18-55 f/3.5-5.6 DX VR
18-105 f/3.5-5.6 DX VR
18-200 f/3.5-5.6 DX VR
70-300 f/4.5-5.6 VR
about a dozen Nikkor manual focus lenses
several studio lights
a small used camera collection

Click on map for a larger view.
The above map depicts visits from 13 Oct 2008.
This map is normally updated daily.
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Urban Hermit(1997)

Dabz(2004)..........................................................................................2-hour Date(2007)

The aspiring photographer who wishes to produce better images must first learn how to previsualize.
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To become proficient in photography, one has to constantly imagine a rectangular frame in front of him; and he always has to determine what elements ought to be introduced inside and what ought not to be included in that frame.
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The human CCD(mind's eye) sees/interprets/envisions/creates the image. A photographer employs a camera among his other tools in a vain attempt to further realize it; and then hopefully to share it with others.
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A successful photograph/image is a working extension of the photographer's/artist's mind.

"To fully appreciate and learn from a good photograph, we don't only try to look for something we like that's in front of us. We might also want to get inside the mind of the person who was behind the camera."

"A photographer may 'hide' behind his camera; but it's his vision, his view of the world in general and how he sees life in particular which may determine the content of his images. He may pretend he's doing it for the money, or claim that he's aiming to perfect his craft; or if he's more into the aesthetic side, he may say that he's searching for truth, or for that 'elusive' beauty in everyday things. But the greatest goal of a photographer, whether amateur or pro, is the admiration of his peers.
So here in Flickr, be profuse in your praises, and tread softly on his dreams. He may help make this world a more beautiful place for all of us someday."

Many thanks to Mike Solon for renewing my pro account.
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40% of what we see we look with our our eyes. All the rest is imagination.
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Here's a good read: The Seven Levels of Photographers(satire)

Dear photographer,

I would like to thank you for visiting my site. I know that there are a lot of wonderful pictures out there; but as you can see, I only have a few contacts. I prefer to create just a few alliances with photographers whose pictures mean something to me or whose interests I share. Please feel free to drop me a comment or two. I will respond with a thank you, at the very least; and take your suggestions to heart.

Photographically,
Ossie

I also have some pics here
I'm also one of the moderators for Pinoy Faves! and Filipino Photographers
the lone moderator for Beautiful Almond Eyes
one of the group administrators for
The Best of Cebu Photography, *** Pinoy Glamour Photographers ***, Sinulog, She is Pretty! and only girls
and the lone administrator for Filipino Photographers and Models and Asian Female Beauty.

Filipino Photographers

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only girls image pool.
Seen it in Beautiful Almond Eyes - Post 1, give 2 "EYES"

Thank you for adding this photo to our She is Pretty! pool.

Thank you for adding this photo to our 'Best of Cebu Photography' members' image pool.

Asian Female Beauty

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Contacts (31)

Asian.Impressions てばん
discover dazs No real name given
peterjaena Peter Jaena
Eric 小面包 Eric PHAN-KIM
steve_steady64 Steve Gatto
Boso Andrew Villasis
Ctuna8162 Charles Lee
jolengs tots No real name given
Ilko... Ilko Allexandroff
Sol Lang Sol Lang
universalphoto UniversalPhoto
AehoHikaruki AehoHikaruki

Groups (49 49)

Attractive Women (High Standards) 10,190 photos, 1,583 members
*•●♥ Beautiful Women ♥●•* 45,460 photos, 3,309 members
Asian Black 409 photos, 87 members
Sexy Two Piece Bikinis 1,512 photos, 663 members
Asian PINK 882 photos, 49 members
EAST ASIAN GIRL 11,155 photos, 851 members
Dogs in Unlikely Situations 37 photos, 18 members
Better than their Bests (Comment 1) 30,225 photos, 3,544 members
Models 185,082 photos, 10,708 members
Top 20 Portrait Beauty Winners ! 2,693 photos, 264 members
No porno - Just your sexy model shots 394 photos, 164 members
Flickers Photo Club 59,544 photos, 2,084 members
beautiful females worldwide 5,304 photos, 457 members
The Beauty of Girls and Women P1/C2 159,085 photos, 8,971 members
Sonia's Fashion,Beauty,Glamour Group-no nudes 13,126 photos, 800 members
Asian Beauty:中国日本韩国 Malay Pinay Sing 台灣 Thai 210,194 photos, 12,567 members
GROUPS of beautiful women 2,218 photos, 2,299 members
Sexy Exotic Model 3,797 photos, 1,264 members
Absolute Territory 138 photos, 147 members
Women I Love 7,063 photos, 633 members
Unlimited Woman 59,807 photos, 7,170 members
Women Wearing Heels 13,805 photos, 6,483 members
Bikini Republic 2,499 photos, 975 members
Gandang Pinay(Beautiful Filipina) 11,702 photos, 4,617 members
Bikini Models and Photographers 2,109 photos, 760 members
The Best of Cebu Photography 997 photos, 185 members
Babes around the world 10,051 photos, 1,674 members
Modelos y Fotografos - 2012 27,477 photos, 2,670 members
the Face 153 photos, 68 members
Filipino Photographers and Models 329 photos, 61 members
Sinulog 1,465 photos, 199 members
Platinum Portraits 4,252 photos, 1,626 members
An asian dream 50,269 photos, 3,143 members
She is Pretty! 59,181 photos, 6,666 members
Cebu-Sugbo (TAG UR PHOTOS w/ : cebu-sugbo) 47,079 photos, 2,049 members
Girls With Mobile Phones 5,804 photos, 1,028 members
Photographers and their cameras 5,101 photos, 912 members
Asian Girls: your original work only, no photos found on the web 61,840 photos, 6,621 members
Beautiful Girls 312,008 photos, 18,322 members
Pinkalicious (Post 1, Award 2) 28,443 photos, 4,484 members
Asian Beauty (max 10 per day, give 2 comments) / No videos 51,495 photos, 5,038 members
Pinoy Faves! 5,897 photos, 506 members
Filipino Photographers 94,094 photos, 4,013 members
Philippines 132,029 photos, 7,119 members
Flickr: Likas-Philippines 17,178 photos, 1,057 members
Philippines Images 42,691 photos, 2,590 members
Beautiful Almond Eyes - Post 1 give 2 "EYES" 2,586 photos, 733 members
Asian Female Beauty 58,135 photos, 6,447 members
The Portrait Group 1,678,024 photos, 116,410 members

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Testimonials (22)

Asian.Impressions says:

"Today, I had the pleasure of meeting Ossie in person after watching his photostream for the past 3+ years. No one can shoot with as many models as he has, without being a great photographer and, being respectful of his models.

I can assure you, Ossie is a true gentleman and someone who appreciates and understands his subjects well.

His stream is unique- and has a true signature of his style that no one can imitate. I am honored to have met and worked with this man, an icon on Flickr in terms of presenting us Asian beauty at its best."

22nd October, 2011
Ed_X says:

"There are about 4 photographers on Flickr that have impacted me and Ossie is one of them. Just photographing gorgeous girls is not the key to his success in making simply the most beautiful glam pics on Flickr. Various of his gorgeous models appear elsewhere on Flickr but in Ossies stream they truly shine in a combination of beauty, pose, outfit, espression and surroundings that show the real master at work.
However, do not neglect Ossies pictures of Cebu streetlife and Palawan as these are simply beautiful as well.
On top of that, unknowingly, Ossie has tought me to seize the day, do what you want to do and don't wait doing it.

After having visited the great man I can only say thanks for your hospitality and showing me the ropes of glamourphotography. I now know what an ideal life looks like. Also thanks for the sessions we had in various coffeebars, sharing our views on the dishonour of war and solving the worlds problems.

Thanks you are a great man."

7th January, 2011
tirong says:

"Despite of his professionalism in photography, Sir Oss still manages to teach and inspire an amateur like me and like the most of us. I'll never forget the time when I visited Cebu early this year, also the first time to meet him in person, and I was speechless then too. A master of his craft indeed. I learned a lot from him from the start and I'm very grateful for that. A real friend, so humble he is with a great sense of humor. Thanks a lot for sharing, teaching and inspiring me. Keep on posting. See you soon. RakenRol, Master Ossie!"

29th October, 2008
c0466art says:

"ossie is one of my favor photographer on flickr,when i read his profile ,i found we got some similar photo experience,i shot start
in 1976 and both like to take female models,so at the beginning
of joining the flickr,he invited me to joining his moderated groups,
i am delighted to joining, then i knew him more ,we talk about the
model portraits shooting for a while,he always answerd me soon,that make me feel his active attitude,and everytime when i saw he post beautiful philippines attractive models that always make me feel amazing,his works was full of passion that inspired me to go on
i want to thank ossie lead me to get into the flickr family,and his positive ,careful ,kind mind ..nature quality make me feel warm and appreciated
Rock 'n roll! Ossie"

19th August, 2008
divemaster4ever says:

"Here Today, Hot Tomorrow...Oscar Hermosisima, a.k.a.
Ossie, Master, Idol to his flickr friends, BREAKS HIS
PHOTOGRAPHIC MOLD AND TAKES A MULTILAYERED,MULTIGENRE
APPROACH IN HIS IMAGERY... : )
Ossie has a creative technique of using natural light
instead of flash(or the combination of both) to give impact
to an image; and with proper framing, can conjure up
interesting "body landscapes" ..ikaw pud ang idol ng bayan
!""

5th July, 2008
ann444410 says:

"Sir oss thank you for everything=) you are a great man..i enjoy working with you..I've learned a lot of things (new poses)from you.. you rock!"

25th May, 2008
digbyross says:

"Before meeting him I was nervous… why should I expect a great one to have time for a relative novice like me? But the man I met was a true gentleman, warm and gracious, polite and respectful to his peers and to his models, prompt in his communications, and humble about his own immense talents. I was flattered when he said he wanted to observe and learn from me. And then I realized that therein lies his true greatness."

2nd May, 2008
steve_steady64 says:

"I'm used to call him "Kuya", (old brother, in Tagalog) because this is what i feel about Ossie: He's always available to talk and to "spend" a nice word for everyone, that's why I consider him not just as a great, experienced & talented photographer but a nice person and friend that i hope to meet one day!"

10th February, 2008
NDUZ3 FOTOS by Montrelle says:

"When it comes to talent Ossie is top ranked. I learn a lot from him just by looking and admiring his work. Great photographer great mentor!"

25th December, 2007
Shanghai Sky (Hereish) says:

"Ossie not only is the master of many styles, but also has a great sense of humor. He's one of the great friends that I have met on flickr and a reason why I stick around."

7th November, 2007
*JC* says:

"an icon in the world of glamour photography... truly deserves to be my idol... c",)"

28th October, 2007
CharlieBrown8989 says:

"Oscar

I have just discover him on flickr.

After running through his works. I am totally impress with his achievements & Accomplishments.

I also like to thank him for his kindness; sharing & encouragement given to the community.

You are great Imaging Artist.

I appreciate your everything."

20th October, 2007
Barry Lu 陸維陽 says:

"Ossie not just only a great photographer, I see the sculpt art.
From each protraits, figure, shade, body language, styling...
Ossie construction the perfect body art, modern and non artificial elegance.
Ossie you are an gorgeous and elegance artist!!

真不愧是大師的大師!!"

1st October, 2007
sparklemodelingagency says:

" I just want to give you my heartfelt Thank You for the superb job that you did in taking photos of our Sparklers.

I was very discerning in choosing a photographer to capture the splendour of our models, and even with my high expectations, I was completely blown away by the exceptional quality of your work.

I respectfully request and pray that flickr will give you a Hall of Fame Award O..

You are really a flickr treasure !!!"

1st June, 2007
Boso says:

"Ossie or O is an exceptionally cool guy who also happens to take outstanding photographs and has a magical charisma with sexy women... It's been great knowing him and observe him do his magical charm with sexy ladies. As a photographer his unique perspective is inspiring!"

11th April, 2007
Victor Bautista says:

"I am amazed with the wealth of images Ossie has been posting on his photostream, not to mention his famous shots of beautiful asian women. Definitely a veteran in the field, a great encouragement to his colleagues and going on strong in the frontline of photography. Salute!"

9th January, 2007
Mike Solo says:

"Ossie has held a camera in his hands longer than anyone I know, That is why he has earned the respect of many including mine. Silent water runs deep, this is his nature and it shows in his craft. I enjoy the privilage to shoot along with him, the master and a friend. Thank you Ossie."

4th January, 2007
Lane Chen says:

"Ossie is very good in female portraits,especially knowing how to catch the sense,the light and the body curve from a woman.
Also he is very decent to help and give beginners helps and commets.

Gentle photographer you are,Ossie ^^

Ossie 非常擅長女性的人像攝影，他特別知道要如何去捕捉女體上的感覺、光影和取線。
他同時也對初學者不吝給予幫助和建議。

Ossie，你是一個優雅的攝影師 ^^"

8th December, 2006
BUroKHUli says:

"Ossie is one of my go-to guys. For a person who knows a lot of things about a lot of things, he's no show-off. Quite a rarity nowadays that is why hanging out with him is always a pleasure (not only because we both love women--especially those in skimpy bikinis). He never hesitates to answer my questions on photography and the ins and outs of being a photographer. So everytime Ossie asks, NO hardly ever crosses my mind--if at all."

12th October, 2006
jolengs says:

"like austin powers,ossie is an international man of mystery..
"if he were any cooler,he'd still be frozen in time.."

respected by his models as you can see through his pictures,
i'll trade mojos with the man,if ever i'd be given a chance..

but wait ,theres's only one ossie who shares his talent to suckers like me,
and am proud to be one to rub elbow with the guy,a compatriot!"

3rd September, 2006
2wkascdo says:

"Very skillful photographer. Seems to be able to relate to his models in a way to bring out their beauty."

3rd September, 2006
PDsparkle says:

"We know that we've probably said it a million times and other people as well, but thank you so much for being our chief photographer and being a great person to work with. It seem like you just blended in so well with our models and everyone tells us that you were so nice and they enjoyed you being there as well. And as soon as they see the pictures, they go gaga for you."

31st July, 2006