My Cup of Tea

Here  is another collection of my concept shoot with Kelly entitled, "Graffiti". 

This concept most probably out stands all the photo shoots I did during my entire stay in Mackay, Australia. The wardrobe that Kelly wore was one of her creations; during the time when she was still in Fashion School. I pretty much liked the heels that she was wearing here and somehow complimented the whole outfit and made suitable for the composition of my photos. It pretty much contrasted the back ground and the wardrobe she was wearing. 

If I stayed a bit longer in Australia, I would have probably built a name for myself slowly and surely. I think I am ready to tackle the professional side of photography. Fashion would be my priority and Wedding photography comes second. It's a different ball game in OZ and I have plenty of Filipino Ideas and concepts that would probably attract and amuse strayans. Oh well, till next year OZ! Ill be coming for you and winter! 

Stay Focused and Don't Look Back

"You make me feel like I'm living a teenage dream" - Katy Perry

It has been awhile since I posted a new blog. Right now, I just want to write all the things that I can conclude for the week's rollercoaster.

I cannot elaborate the point that I am not a profound writer. Although, I found out recently, through my blogs, that I am a writer. I don't know if I can safely say that I am part of a blogging community here in town, but I recently joined a group of bloggers so I still don't know if I can state the confirmation of my affiliation. I find it socially productive to be invited in a unique profound community. When they ask me what kind of blog do I have, I said, "I really don't know... it's a mix of lifestyle and personal interest... maybe it's fashion...". In my mind, it was kind of embarrassing to say the things that I wasn't really sure of.

I really don't know if I'm starting to build my career or not, but I got invited to write for a magazine which I took it without having to really think about it. I guess, I would consider that an opportunity worth accepting abruptly.

The tides have turned and brought me to a safer shore. In other words, I found myself riding through a train of opportunities.

And this week,  we finished the second concept shoot about fashion on a clothing line. I will post it soon for all you girls out there reading my blog. 


For now, I wanna share you a picture from one the photoshoot that we had.

You know, I find this picture quite interesting. The reflector and I are quite similar. We are both round. We shine light and reflect it to people. We try to illuminate the person we are fond of. We are artificially capable of helping out on a set. The reflector is elegant and formal looking... so am I. There are no words to describe us both, except round. And That is the reflector and me.

I am almost done with my writing requirements for the newspaper, and ready to show what I've got.

So far, we are working on a little project of our own. Details are still kept confidential as of the moment. Once we are done, in about 1month's time, then we will showcase it to the world.

I leave you with my quote.

"Write with your heart and show the world how you Love" - Me

Her Night of Radiance & Vivacity

You never know when you least expect it.

Last week, I came across a beauty pageant of a friend. I was excited to see her strut the ramp during coronation night of Mr. and Ms. Davao Medical School Foundation. Well, she didn't tell me when the whole thing was going to happen. I was completely clueless on that day, till a a friend told me there's a pageant thing going on that night. My cousin and I just decided to crash into the place. So we did. 

I was surprised of how the girl contestants looked pretty awesome beautiful. State of "mouth opening and drooling". 

The contestants gave a production number on a creative jeans attire, to start off the show

She poses as the Nike Goddess of Victory. Her crown is literally made out of spray painted syringes. A creative wear made out of recyclable materials.

On the Question and Answer portion, the contestants were suited with formal gowns and attires. She wore a 3-foot modern Filipiniana inspired gown by Don Mascarinas.

She recieved the "Best in Formal" and "Best in Creative Goddess Wear"; and crowned as Ms. DMSF 2010. 

Ms. Isabela Rodriguez

It might be every girl's dream to be on a pageant, but surely She had an opportunity which she least expected it to happen. She showcased her inner beauty and never backed down to call her night her own. Congratulations Ms. Isabela Rodriguez

P.S.

I just wanted to say thank you to Ms. Isabela Rodriguez for approving to let me write this feature of hers. Honestly, I did not saw the entire show. I only made it on the part where Ms. Rodriguez strut her gown. She was very entertaining because she was the only one who made an epic humorous attitude while walking the ramp. I saw how she worked out her huge long gown and she did a very good job wearing it. Kudos to you Ms. Rodriguez! 

And oh, she said that she ate McDonalds after and had her well-deserved Ms. DMSF rest. *laughs

Photos by: Their official photographer whose name I don't know. 

c/o Ms. Isabela Rodriguez

Dress for Less

"Work it! Work it! Yeah... look there. Touch your sleeve. Touch your glasses. Great!" - The Photographer and The Model.

This is my second time doing a photo shoot. We came up with the concept "Dress for Less" here in this modeling activity. Honestly, it's really freagin' hard to pose. My friend Kat modeled along with me for this shoot. Good thing she was here. Without her, I could have painted my face with only one emotion. In other words, I wouldn't have learned anything about facial expressions and poses.

Kat poses for her insights and ideas about "dressing for less". For all my girl readers out there, this one is for you.

                                                                                  

                    

          

                
          































Top: Purple Knitted Blouse from MAGS (SM CITY Davao) at PHP545.00(USD13.00)

Shorts: Used to be Jag PANTS --cut it up! Roughly around PHP800 - PHP900(USD20.00) before it became shorts.

Accessories:
BELT - Vintage Yacht (Online Retailer) - Pre-owned at PHP195.00(USD5.00)
Earrings - MTS at PHP25.00(USD0.50)
Bracelets - FREE! 
Shades - MTS at PHP100.00(USD2.25)

Shoes: Juan at Marikina Shoe Exchange (NCR - Manila), The real marikina shoe exchange! haha! its for PHP595.00(USD13.25)
*Note: USD1.00 = PHP45.00


Well, I was really thinking of clothes that I could wear for this shoot for the expense of only less. Upon arriving on the location, it was then I knew I realized that the clothes I brought were... a bit expensive. Now, I don't want to post the prices for my clothes except for the shoes. Girls, this one is for you. 

Shoes: pair of sneakers from K-Mart Australia - AUD14.00 or PHP500

*Note: AUD1.00 = PHP40.00 

Here are 2 photos of me and Kat. 

Photos by: Dennis Li

Modeling by Kat and Me