"Two young men from the local community were spearfishing right off the shore. It seemed like they were braving the weather to see if they could add some food to the table for the day."
"The rain and fading light helped emphasise just how challenging and labour-intensive traditional spearfishing is. It made the subject's effort stand out even more."
"Watching the men work made Pineda reflect on what she calls the enduring strength and resilience of the Filipino spirit."
"She was thrilled to capture such unscripted authenticity, and even more than that, relieved that I got the shot without my phone ending up in the sea!"
Easelyn Pineda visited Laiya beach, a three-hour drive from Quezon City, with friends. They enjoyed seafood, snorkeling, and beachcombing. During their visit, the weather changed, and Pineda witnessed local fishermen spearfishing despite the rain. This experience highlighted the labor-intensive nature of traditional fishing and the resilience of the Filipino spirit. Pineda captured the moment with her phone, which was later shortlisted in the motion category at the 2026 Sony World Photography awards. The exhibition will take place at Somerset House, London, from April 17 to May 4.
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