Mariveles Beauty by Prathees Surean

Captured during a journey from Balanga to Mariveles, this photograph immortalizes a serene moment at Alas-asin, Sisiman. The photographer utilized a long exposure technique to embrace the stillness of the Bataan Peninsula’s southern cove, allowing the night landscape to reveal its hidden depth and texture. The image is award-worthy for its masterful balance of natural light and composition, transforming a quiet coastal transit into a compelling visual narrative. By choosing to focus on the interplay between the rugged terrain and the night sky, the photographer creates a sense of profound tranquility that invites the viewer to experience the beauty of the Philippines after dark.