Since its inception in 2018, the Earth + Lens photo exhibit has been captivating audiences with its powerful imagery and message of environmental stewardship. Launched on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the Hyundai Hall, National Museum of Natural History, this year’s exhibit is bigger and more impactful, drawing support from key organizations and bringing the wonders of nature to a broader audience. The exhibit, organized by the Manila Bulletin (MB) in partnership with HUAWEI, the Department of Tourism (DOT), and new esteemed partners, the National Commission for Culture and Arts (NCCA) and the National Museum of the Philippines, showcases the beauty of the natural world captured by its talented partner photographers.
This year’s theme continues the tradition of highlighting the grandeur of Philippine nature, with an expanded focus on the movement of life forms in harmony with the natural landscape. The ceremonial opening was marked by the unveiling of the main event posters, led by Dr. Emilio C.
Yap III, President of the Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation; Secretary Herminio “Sonny” Coloma Jr., Publisher of the Manila Bulletin; Luca Li, HUAWEI Smartphone GTM Manager; Rene S. Napeñas, NCCA Head of Public Affairs and Information Office; and Jorell M.
Legaspi, Deputy Director-General for Museums of the National Museum of the Philippines. In his remarks, Secretary Coloma highlighted the exhibit’s goal of reaching as many Filipinos as possible, emphasizing the impor.