Obama’s Major Test
Bulatlat Contributors | Nov 10, 2008
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Guitar Man
Guitar Man
Guitar Man. This man is just one of many traders in Cebu’s thriving guitar industry. Cebu is famous for its fine, often elegant guitars which could rival some of the world’s best. Because of this, Cebu’s guitar stores tend to draw in tourists – both local and foreign. This guitar dealer tries to demonstrate not only the quality of his wares but also his guitar-playing skills – which, in the end, could make people more interested in what he is selling. (Photo by RAYMUND VILLANUEVA)
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