TV host and model Bianca Gonzalez recently shared a throwback photo on social media from 2004, a striking image captured by photographer Jun De Leon. The photo, part of a campaign for Pink Soda, was shot in the natural beauty of Hidden Valley, Quezon Province, and it features Bianca holding a python beneath a waterfall.
In an era where such an image could easily be recreated using AI, Bianca emphasized that this was “NOT AI” but an example of pure, traditional photography.
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In her repost, Bianca captioned the image: "NOT AI. Real snake, real waterfalls, pre-photo editing software. Photographed by the master Jun de Leon in 2004. An unforgettable experience."
The post highlighted the raw and unfiltered nature of the shoot, which took place before advanced photo editing software and AI were commonplace.
Jun De Leon also shared the image on his own social media back in 2023, expressing his appreciation for the authenticity of the moment. He wrote: "Not AI. I will always enjoy the romance with my brain and the joy of realizing my vision physically. Photography is the hardest language to articulate. Thank you, Bianca Gonzalez, for keeping me true to my vision."
In today's photography landscape, the introduction of AI and advanced editing tools have provided new avenues for creativity, making it easier to manipulate and enhance images. Bianca’s throwback photo is a nice little reminder of the craftsmanship behind traditional photography, where capturing the moment as it is, without digital alterations, is a celebrated art form.
Gorgeous photo, Bianca and Jun!
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