Hinangaan ng mga netizen ang photographic artworks ng isang photographer/artist na si Bert Andone, isang award-winning photograph artist, matapos niyang mapitikan at mapaunlakang kunan ng mga larawan si Maman Buano Layom, ang itinuturing na pinakamatandang mountain tour guide sa buong Southeast Asia, at pinakamatandang magsasaka sa Pilipinas.
Makikita ang litrato nila ni Layom sa kaniyang Facebook post, habang siya ay nasa Puerto Princesa, Palawan.
"Portraits of Maman Buano Layom," aniya.
"Meet Tatay Maman Buano Layom, a Tau’t Bato of the Palawan tribe is considered to be the “oldest mountain tour guide in Southeast Asia” and the “oldest farmer in the Philippines”! He will celebrate his 100th birthday this coming August."
Guro, nakatanggap ng manok, mga rekadong pantinola mula sa pupil
"With his weathered face and silver-streaked hair, Tatay Maman exudes a timeless wisdom that can only come from a lifetime spent exploring the rugged peaks of Rizal, Palawan mountains. For over decades, he has guided countless adventurers through the majestic trails, sharing stories of the mountains' rich history and the secrets they hold."
"His deep knowledge of the terrain and its hidden treasures is unparalleled, making him a trusted companion for both seasoned hikers and novices alike," dagdag pa niya.
Umani naman ito ng paghanga mula sa netizens.
"Nice portrait, sir!"
"Very impressive!"
"Beautiful!"
"This is a great picture promoting the culture and tribesmen of our country. It would be a delight for Buano Layom to have his photo."
"This is beautifully done!"
"May nanalo na sa Grand Prize. Di na kami sasali."
Ayon sa panayam ng Manila Bulletin kay Bert, naispatan niya si Layom sa Baragatan Festival sa Palawan.
“I actually love taking pictures. It just so happen that tatay was part of Palawan's Baragatan Festival promoting their tribe culture. So, I got the chance to take his portrait,” aniya.
Sa panayam naman ng Balita, napag-alaman ng photographer na 99-anyos na ang pinakamatandang mountain tour guide, at mag-100 taong gulang na sa darating na Agosto.
"Tatay is already 99 years old and will celebrate his 100th birthday this coming August," aniya.
Kaya sa isa pang Facebook post ay nagpaabot ng pagbati si Bert para sa birthday celebrator sa Agosto. Mapalad umano ang photograph artist dahil nakadaupang-palad niya ang isa sa mga miyembro ng Tau't Bato tribe.
"So lucky to have met Southeast Asia’s oldest mountain tour guide and Philippines’ oldest farmer!"
"Maman Buano Layom of Rizal, Palawan will celebrate his 100th birthday this coming August! Salute to you, tatay, for reaching remarkable milestone and inspiring us all with your incredible journey," aniya pa.
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