There is No Photo Here.
Well, I’ve been showing loads of different genre’s of photography and recently I have been chatting with my buddies in Malaysia. So I’ve decided that I will now venture into some very personalized pre wedding photography, with a little difference, of course! Many of my couples that I have shot previously have either liked or disliked my edgy stylized shoots … so I am going to make it a little more artistic with the help of my buddies and hopefully be able to launch something more ‘editorial’ to the local brides here in Malaysia.
I can’t say much for now cause there are plenty of photographers out there, but my shoot is scheduled for 27th October 2009 at a secret location, and I am really looking forward to it! In fact, this time around, I have decided to work with some friends from different fields to bring out this new style of photo shooting, if you can call it a photo shoot to begin with! I would really want to see how my D3X performs in these ‘new’ conditions!
So there is No Photo Here, believe it or not!
A Journey Home
Been back to Malaysia from the States for a couple of weeks now. Since getting down from the plane, I have been riddled with the usual “hustle and bustle” that’s so synonymous with Malaysian life…. ah, the sight and sounds of Asia, at times I miss it, at times I don’t, but it really makes you feel alive, except for the haze …..
Here, I am going to share with you some of my pics from my Grand Canyon Trip, and I do hope you like it…. sorry for not updating my blog for sometime, but have been a little busy adjusting. My buddies back in Malaysia have really been keeping me busy!
Notice the unmarked planes? These are "bas pekerja" for the staff at AREA 51. Suprised?
Rockin' the Boat ... or Chopper. The Pilot is very nervous.
Did you know the Grand Canyon is actually a dormant Volcano?
Nature's Drama
What can I say? Love my D3X.
Ah, dreams of a simplier life. May decide on retiring here!
Nature Shows off what our lighting fails to do ....
Roaming Around
Sorry for not posting these few weeks, cause I have been really busy. Busy enjoying my trip back home to the States and taking a well deserved break. In all cases, I always pack my cameras with me, cause it’s just and old force of habit and my passion. Will be back later this month, but I would like to share with you some quick shots of my tour of The Grand Canyon.
Chopper amidst the Peaks
A Serene Setting
Things from above
Is this a piece of art? Or otherwise?
Just a sample picture taken on my Nikon D3X as I was waiting for the plane…. was a little tired when I decided to relax and appreciate “things from above”. A little accidental, but I thought it would make nice picture!
Youthful Seclusion (Series 2) – Jacqueline & K.T.
A dark stairwell, an abandoned building, little traffic …. The young lovers find the perfect spot to vent their expressions of love for each other, like a wild stallion on the plains, running free. There are times when I would recall if it was the thrill of getting caught that spurs individuals to act in such a manner, or was it, the animal instinct that calls out, impregnated into our genetic codes. This are just rough photo cuts as I wanted it to remain edgy, so that it may spur your imagination or perhaps hint of heated passion.
Alone, together in a dark stairwell, shadow play emerges
The Darkness fuels the Passion of the flame
Reciprocration!
Crescendo and pulsations.
Again, I would like to thank Jacqueline and K.T. for this opportunity to shoot them, and yes, some of my friends have commented that its a little blatant, while others like this series very much, but all I will say is; I am still trying to perfect this art form. Give me some time and I will definitely be back with more artistic pictures on the pre wedding genre!
For my earlier series on Jacqueline and K.T. -Youthful Seculsion (Series 1) please click here.
Jacqueline & K.T. – Youthful Seclusion (Series 1)
To me, growing up can be a very exciting time. I do believe, at times in our lives, we reminisce about our childhood and younger days. Working with Jacqueline & K.T., on that hot and humid Sunday afternoon with my small crew, surely achieved that. It takes me back to a time when we were all young and carefree, falling in love for the first time, the excitement and nervous energy pent up as we found that secluded spot in order to make out for the first time. This series is trying to achieve this effect, it may come across as banal to some of my friends in Asia, but it’s just meant to recapture the essence of youth and the heat of passion.
The rendevous
Anxious Lover
Rite of Passage - Youth
The Beginning - Cautious
Youthful Passion - Adrenaline Rush
Youthful Passion - Oblivious to all
I am currently editing more pictures and will post them up in due course. This series showcases the same angle, and I am of the opinion that each shot is strong enough to stand alone, in telling a story. I have however, combined the actual pictures into a series, so you may be better able to draw your own conclusions of this story ….. Feel free to drop me a comment or mail!
For the continuing series on Jacqueline & K.T., please click here.
Playful Banter
Just finished another shoot on the pre wedding genre last Sunday and I must say, it was quite eventful. I met this couple through my friends help online, and I had portrayed my intentions to the couple that I wanted something intimate. So here are some of the results of my Sunday shoot.
The amorous percussion of the Tango begins
A table, 2 people and free form
Well, it was a really hot and humid Sunday, that I must say, with the current hot climate we are having here in Malaysia. What did you think I was talking about? Anyhow, I will be posting more pictures soon, once I finish editing them …..
Wai Ping & Lloyd
Wai Ping & Lloyd first came to me because they wanted something different, something thematic if possible …… and so here I was, agreeing to be their photographer for their photo shoot. I was initially skeptical at first, as I have been shooting this ‘editorial’ styled pre wedding genre for quite some time, but decided to rise up to the occasion. Why not? Not only will it be challenging, but fun! Together, I assembled some of my friends and roped in Tommy Yap, a hobbyist photographer focusing on CLS and underwater photography just for the heck of it.
On a bright early April morning in 2009 , we drove in a convoy of 2 cars, together with their appointed Make Up Artist (MUA for short) , Ally Choong, right up to Penang stopping by Ipoh for a delicious lunch of Ipoh Kway Teow. Our choice location of shoot was The Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, more commonly known as The Blue Mansion and I do believe that had actually set the mood for the entire shoot. Here are some of the results from Penang;
The Lord of the Manor - waits for his Lady
The Lady of The Manor - Hiding In The Shadows
The Lord of the Manor - Looking for Time
The Lord and Lady of the Manor - Looking Out for their Coachman
The Lord and Lady of the Manor - Sharing a quiet moment
As this was my first pre wedding shoot using my new Nikon D3X, I decided to try a new photo technique shooting Wai Ping & Lloyd…. and it was not easy. Wai Ping & Lloyd had to hold their poses for at least a few minutes as I tried to sort out the technicalities! I will definitely be looking at refining this new technique ….. look out for more pictures soon! And of course, they bribed me with another round of the famous Ipoh Kway Teow on the way back to KL! But the Ipoh Kway Teow was sure worth it ……..
Hand & Glove
Goes very well, hand in hand, don't you think?
Using my Nikon D3X and wanting to experiment with new techniques, I helped a friend do his pre (or was it post?) wedding photo shoot and this is one of the pictures that I really like. Notice the details on the glove and the intricate carvings on the walking stick.
