I had the honor of photographing my brother and sister in-law's maternity shoot.
My brother's such a goofball that it was almost impossible to take a serious shot.
But lemme tell ya, we had a blast! She was exhausted tho so we had to cut it short.
Thanks, E&L for the wonderful opportunity.
See? My brother's such a goofball!
This photograph was inspired by Yervant's workshop in Singapore.
Turn a boring wall into something funky!
Its been a while since I’ve updated my blog as I’ve been quite busy with workshops (attending), photo shoots (actual and as 2nd), and creating a website. Timing isn’t great, I know. . . that’s why I’m taking my time brushing up my skills and working on photos to submit for competition and certification/membership.
This is one of my favorite shoots. Elizabeth is an amazingly talented custom jewelry designer based in Jakarta (but big in Japan). I go to her for all my funky or boring jewelry ideas. We had so much fun doing this shoot that we went over by 2 hours without realizing it.
Hope you enjoy the photographs as much as I enjoyed shooting and editing them.
Here are some shots I took at the workshop.
These 2 were directed by Jerry.
The very beautiful bride, Vanessa (she’s a chameleon of expressions, sexy one minute, funky the next). I think she looks like Monika Beluci here.
The very cute couple: Phil and Olivia (so young and so cutely in love). . . ahhh, to be young and in love. 
These were by me after some tips from Jerry.
Day 1: Tanya
I was so nervous with Tanya that I didn’t do her much justice. 
But I bless her for her patience and good nature
Day 2: Nick and Sharifa
What a fun and loving couple these two are!
I hope someday to find someone I can be this in love with.
They’re literally just oozing with love and affection.
Day 2.5: Photographer Kris (I call him my lil James Dean. . . hehe)
Each of us had to photograph a fellow photographer, and what luck! I got Kris. . .
tho I kept calling him Phil (he thot I was giving him a nickname so didn’t correct me).
After this shot, I started calling him James. hehe
Photographers Holly and Chris
The lot of us went bowling and these 2 were cornered into taking pictures (without much resistance, mind you).
Don’t they just look hot?
I mean, sizzling hot! SEXY!
Last Day: Strolling around Melbourne with some of my new friends
After the workshop ended, there were a few of us reluctant to leave as we’ve bonded a lot in this short time.
So we decided to explore Melbourne together.
I truly truly enjoyed myself.
This picture was taken with a wide angle lens and pop-up flash. . . unfortunately, the flash was on my face.
But the men look good.
I learned so much this week about photography, about business, about me.
Its going to be a scary but exciting ride; this transition from food to photography.
Its going to be an amazing ride.
I can’t wait to see what happens next.
Here’s Joanne. . . dressing a Kebaya is not a solo effort.
The Best Buns EVER!!!!
My Aunty looking so lovely in pale green
Josie posing for the camera
The bride is giving me her demure look
Even Mochi, the terrier, is dressed to the nines!
The Bride’s family looking very sleak and sexy
Some aunties. . . aren’t the colors just wonderful?
I love the colors on Angie and Lorraine’s silver belt
Eva’s the cutest expecting mom. . . had to get a picture
Even the food was pretty. . . and check out that awesome dinnerware!
My nieces are soooo cute with their matching Kebaya
My nieces, Sofia and Brianna, are so cute. I could spend every second
trying to capture every moment, every toothless grin, every smirk,
every naptime. . . since I can’t do that without driving my brother and
sil irritated, I’ll settle with my very frequent visits.
This
visit was a first for both girls. Sofia just got some bunnies and was
showing them to me for the first time (She’s named them Chocolate, Doggy, and Echo). Brianna’s first was her
independently holding her own bottle. They are so precious. I LOVE my
nieces.
Sofia. . . cradling her bunny, Chocolate
Sofia. . . serious about feeding her bunny, Chocolate. . . btw, Chocolate doesn’t even struggle and does come to her when she walks to the cage
Sofia. . . passed out after playing with her bunnies
Hi. I am Doggy, the bunny.
Brianna. . . checking out her bottle
Brianna. . . passed out, post Milk Bottle
Just a couple of weeks ago, I attended the Scott Robert Next Level Caribbean Workshop. It was, by far, one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself.
Photography’s always held a sweet spot for me and the past months, I’ve had quite a number of people asking me to photograph them or their events. So, I thought, let’s do it. Let’s do this seriously. So, there I was at this workshop with lots of really good photographers who made me wanna improve myself.
Anyway, for those of you who are thinking about photography as a field (specifically wedding), check out Scott’s workshop. Who knows? You might see me there too.
Well, folks. The Day has finally come. My brother’s crazy wedding of 5000 people. Well, we sent out 3000 invitations. . .
Check list:
Food, check
Bevs, check
Accommodations, check
transport, check
FLorist. . . need to check time to deflower the car
Lighting designer, check
Site Designer 1, check
Site Designer 2,. check
After Party, check
Souveniors, check
Thank You Cards. . . need to check when I will receive them
VIP list, check
VVIP list, check
Seating area, check
Receptionists, check
Stage. . . will know tomorrow
Makeup, check
Flowers for the 2 houses, on schedule
Photographers, check
Rooms, check
Videogrqaphers. check
Video presentation, check
First Dance. . . no check. . . I pray
Surprise presentation, check (I hope)
Everything else. . . improvisation, luck, faith and loads of patience.
I have no clue as to how I’m gonna handle all the staff helping. Lord save me.
Did I mention I have a bad case of flu? (y’know, fever, runny nose, cough, and all that good stuff)
Sigh. WISH ME LUCK.
