CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — Capital Town by Megaworld transformed into a subject of moments and stories as it hosted “Moments at Capital Town,” a photowalk in celebration of World Photography Day led by Kapampangan visual storyteller Gerald Gloton.
With camera straps hanging like medals and eyes trained to catch magic in motion, participants gathered: professional and hobbyist photographers, campus journalists, and student creatives from Holy Angel University, University of the Assumption, Our Lady of Fatima University, STI College San Fernando, and Pampanga State University. Before leading the group into the streets and spaces of Capital Town, Gloton shared more than just technical know-how. As the guest speaker, he opened up about his photography journey — moments of joy, missteps, breakthroughs, and realizations that shaped his craft. “Keep doing what you love and loving what you do.
It takes practice to hone your craft, so keep shooting and do not be afraid to experience challenges and mishaps.
These moments will make you rise to the occasion,” Gloton said, urging young photographers to embrace imperfection as part of the process. Gloton, who serves at the Pampanga Provincial Information Office, is a seasoned storyteller and a proud member of the Central Luzon Media Association.
Known for his documentary approach and raw, emotive framing, he didn’t just teach photography, he embodied it.
Throughout the walk, he personally engaged with participants, exchanging tips and encouraging them to explore not only with their cameras, but with their hearts. For Gloton, a photowalk isn’t merely a stroll. It’s an adventure with intent.
An opportunity to sharpen one’s eye for detail, to practice shooting in real-world lighting, to discover the beauty of the mundane, and most importantly, to connect with fellow visual storytellers. “We walk not just to move, but to see, frame, and immortalize the ordinary and the extraordinary,” he said.
Participants roamed Capital Town with this spirit — capturing weekend life, authentic smiles, marketplace energy, still moments between strangers, and the architectural soul of the estate. Armed with a property briefer and project map, each photographer had a deeper appreciation of the place they were documenting — knowing not only what to shoot, but why.
Photowalk attendee Shiene Nicole Sambat described the event best: “We are privileged to experience these photography talks and photowalks where we get to absorb learnings and re-learnings; this is also an opportunity to make new friends, grow and build connections.” As shutters clicked and friendships bloomed, one thing became clear: visual storytelling is alive and thriving in Pampanga and it’s in good hands with the next generation of storytellers inspired by those who walked before them.
