For over four decades I have been a rail and bus photographer.
However, during this time I have aimed the lens at other subjects, be they different transportation, scenery, buildings and other bollocks.
Given these do not really fit the scope of my other sites, I felt compelled to set up a new site so as to inflict my other photographic garbage upon the world. While primarily Philippine and Australian content, there will be the occasional forays into Fiji and Hong Kong. Perhaps other locations should the current pandemic ever allow it.
So sit back and enjoy, or hate, even be indifferent. That choice is purely up to you.
Over the years I have been to numerous museums in different parts of the Philippines, of course many were fascinating, one or two rather depressing, but the 'Negros Museum' was just one of many factors that have contributed to making Negros Occidental one of my favourite parts of the Philippines.
Everything from the abundant space that allows so much in without cramming it altogether, through to the variety of items from Negros culture that are on show.
The whole magnificent collection then being explained by one of the museum's incredibly knowledgeable guides.
Note: This article will only show a small amount of items, and will not go into incredible detail. As always, I don't wish to detract from your enjoyment and learning experience at the museum.
Transport wise you have the good ol taxi cab to get there, while no end of jeepneys (real and those fake new ones) pass by the entrance going all over the place.
I have to say that I fell in love with Negros during my brief first visit.
I went crazy with the camera while there, the results of which will appear in posts here on this website, as well as on my main 'Philippine Railway Historical Society' site, in coming months.
One of my primary reasons for visiting the museum was to donate a DVD of articles and photos related to the sugarcane railways that once existed on Negros.
The photos were a magnificent selection taken by 'Peter A Crush', the articles from a variety of old magazines.
I am seen here with Mr Gloven Gerogalin (Executive Assistant - Negros Cultural Foundation Inc).
Photo: Ana Peadon
The building that houses the museum is as impressive as the collection itself.
The building was constructed in 1925 as the 'Provincial Agriculture Building'.
Photo: Brad Peadon
You will notice a distinctive shape in the paintings above and below. Many in this area of the museum share the shape, which may be recognizable to anyone familiar with the sugar industry there.
Below we see our lovely tour guide Ms Ghaile explaining the reason for the designs.
Photo: Brad Peadon
The local artwork is nothing short of magnificent.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Above: Ms Ghaile sharing so much of her amazing knowledge.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Some views of the lovely staircase between both levels.
Photo: Brad Peadon
The museum's aim is to preserve and display elements of Negrenese lifestyle and society. Many items from ancestral houses are shown, as well as the work of many local artists, or foreign ones living in the Negros Island Region.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Above: Seen with my bodyguards Ana and Virls.
Photo: Ms Ghaile
Below: Seen again, this time with our tour guide Ms Ghaile.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Above: You can't have an experience like that without further donating to the wonderful work the museum does.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Model of the century-old Hinigaran Church.
Photo: Brad Peadon
No, you are not allowed to ride the Carabao around the museum. He does not like to move much anyway :-)
Photo: Brad Peadon
Below: Outside there is a mockup of a cane locomotive.
It actually gave me a bit of a start while using Google, as I thought I had all the steam survivors sussed out.
On Streetscape it looks quite real.
I am not sure of the origin, whether it was built for the museum, or for something else and later being moved there.
If you know, we would love to hear from you.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Teaching my niece, and YouTube sensation, Virls the finer parts of being a railfan.
Photo: Brad Peadon
Am unsure whether or not that crossing sign was made to go with the mockup, or if its a genuine mill item. I would assume the later.
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