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Candid. Creative. Constructivist.
The space we endeavour to explore selves, others, the unknown and the familiar through the lens.


I EAT WITH MY EYES.
Street photography may be reduced to trillions of pixels, but it will definitely remain a means of seeing, feeling, connecting, interpreting, and reflecting on an experience through a camera. That cannot be diminished.
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Jun 2412 min read


One more day
An Acting Role. A few months ago, I signed up for a project with students from Den Norske Filmskolen, never imagining I would land the lead role. The audition suddenly felt like a leap into the unknown, and honestly, I was mostly anticipating a slight change in routine, and maybe a free trip to Oslo on a nice day sounds like enough reason to just try. When I got the call that I had been chosen, I spoke with the director and confessed my nerves about stepping in front of the c
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Jun 55 min read
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Diaspora to Dialogue [D2D] Forum Invites Community to Connect and Thrive
Halden, Norway – June 27, 2025 By: Grace Orbon-Emmelot The European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) Norge, in collaboration with Kalayaan Norge Østfold, is excited to announce the Diaspora to Dialogue (D2D) Forum Norway, set to take place on June 27 2025, from 10:00 to 14:00 at Halden Town Hall, 8 Storgata, 1771 Halden, Norway. As part of the vibrant Kalayaan Philippine Independence festivities, the forum aims to inspire and empower the Filipino community by fostering me
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Jun 16, 20252 min read


Jet Pascua: Echoes of Departure
19.03.2024 Words & photos: Grace Orbon-Emmelot Experiencing an art exhibit is always stimulating, allowing me to indulge in my affinity for art. Recently, a friend, Macel, shared details about an exhibition of a Filipino artist on our Common Ground Facebook group. This platform is dedicated to bringing together artists and creative individuals who share a passion and potential for collaborative work. As an avid art enthusiast, I was immediately drawn to learn more about Jet P
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Mar 18, 20245 min read
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