MisOr Dive Festival 2025: Compact Class Photographers Shine in Underwater Shootout

Mindanao Celebrates Photography Excellence at the MisOr Dive Festival 2025

The MisOr Dive Festival wrapped up another successful year with the awarding of winners for the Underwater Shootout Compact Class, showcasing talent from divers and photographers who captured the vibrant marine life of Northern Mindanao. Held from November 15–16, following an underwater photography workshop on November 14, the event highlighted Misamis Oriental’s commitment to promoting marine conservation, sustainable tourism, and Mindanao’s rich underwater heritage.

Compact Class Winners Across Categories

Bonfire Category

• 1st – Jeston Dayday
• 2nd – Earl Purisima
• 3rd – Earl Purisima

Macro Category

• 1st – Earl Purisima
• 2nd – Karen Dacudao
• 3rd – Protasio Paasa Jr.

Marine Life Behavior Category

• 1st – Jeston Dayday
• 2nd – Jeston Dayday
• 3rd – Jayward Cagang

Nudibranch Category

• 1st – Earl Purisima
• 2nd – Jeston Dayday
• 3rd – Merwin Racho

Wide Angle Category

• 1st – Earl Purisima
• 2nd – Jayward Cagang
• 3rd – Merwin Racho

These results highlight the skill, creativity, and passion of participating photographers who captured the breathtaking marine ecosystems of Misamis Oriental—solidifying the festival as a premier marine tourism and photography event in Mindanao.

Dive Into More Mindanao Adventures

With the MisOr Dive Festival continuing to grow each year, divers and photography enthusiasts are encouraged to return in 2026 for more marine exploration, training opportunities, and community-driven conservation initiatives across Northern Mindanao’s coastal destinations.