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Work is a Blessing – Sand Man
“Patience is a virtue” – William Langland I remember when I was in Singapore I lined up to order food at a hawker stall that had the sign “Best Satay Ever”. The server would tell his customers to come back after ten minutes. So while still waiting in line, one foreigner comes back to the stall to follow up on her order. The server tells her that it’s still only 5 minutes and their dishes takes time to prepare, he then told the customer” “You can’t rush art!”. That took me by surprise, but when I eventually got my order I was pretty impressed, the food is good! Two days…
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Eliel and Jennifer – Fernbrook Wedding
Eliel had a big smile during their first dance, he and Jennifer were laughing, I don’t know why, but I know they were happy. It was a beautiful sight, as they danced in front of everyone but only focused on each other. It was a beautiful way to enter a new chapter in a God written love story. Eliel and Jennifer wouldn’t want it any other way. Make Up: Imelyn Sanchez Catering: Josiah’s Catering Venue: Fernbrook Gardens Video: Mayad Studios Photo: Imagine Nation Photography Coordinator: Christine Ong-Te Events Bouquets/Flowers of Entourage: Teddy Manuel Wedding Rings: Matus Jewellery Invitation: Write Impression Music: String Minstrels Photobooth: Pose and Print Lights and Sounds:…
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Does It Make a Difference?
Have you set out to try to make an impact in this world and somewhere along the way you ask yourself that same question? “Does it make a difference?”. It seems like for all the good we try to do individually, it doesn’t seem to make any impact in light of all the bad news that is around us. The world is just too dark. Today during the anniversary service of Christ’s Commission Fellowship, Pastor Peter Tan Chi delivered a message reminding us of a little truth. Individually our actions may be small, but together it will create an impact. I’m sure you’ve heard of that concept before but probably…
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Jed and Athena – Prenup at 14 Four Cafe
“When I wake up every morning I always watch you for a while Then I kiss you very lightly, Watch you lips turn to a smile.” – Charles Wiles, 2007 Venue at: 14 Four Cafe, Taytay, Rizal Make Up by: Charisma Vergara
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The Hidden Beauty of Manila Zoo
The famous quote “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” seems to forget that some beauty has to be observed. In this generation where we are constantly bombarded by the media with instant images and novelty, it is tempting to think that even beauty can be served to us like fast food for the eyes. There are instances when we need to take a second look, or maybe a third one before beauty shows itself. It may be testing you if you are worthy to see what is hiding underneath the first impression. One place where such beauty is hiding is in a small oasis called the Manila Zoo.…
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The Joy of Selecting Your Bridesmaids
Have you ever attended a wedding and wondered why there had to be bridesmaids (and groomsmen)? It got my curiosity thinking a while back and I did a quick search on the traditions (and some superstitions) that involves the choosing of your entourage. It wasn’t mind blowing when I looked it up so I simply put it at the back of my head. But recently as I was shooting a wedding, I noticed that the bridesmaids were very helpful, always cheerful, and kept the bride happy from start to finish. And then I recalled the other weddings that I’ve shot wherein the brides were always relaxed, happy, or full of…
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Hay Tita – Funny Wedding Moments
Weddings are filled with moments, the crying, the hugging, the laughing, I’m pretty much used to seeing and feeling the emotions in events like these. But then there is this tita, who comes up while the couple is doing their funky first dance and inserts a packet of money in… well, I let the picture tell the story. 🙂
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Wattah Wattah – A San Juan Festival
Who wants to get their camera wet? Certainly not me, but my wife gave me a plastic rain cover for my camera as a gift a few months ago and I simply folded it and stuck it in my camera bag, thinking I’ll surely use it when the rain comes. Then this picture… I woke up late on the morning of June 24 and saw a photo message from John Ong with the message that said: “Go Derrick, this is how my windshield looks! Then I realized “Oh it’s today!”, I always wanted to shoot this festival but I always had wedding shoots whenever this happens. Today however is a…
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When It Happens
It’s our job to be on our toes during a wedding day, and through experience we learn where to stand when we expect certain things to happen. But sometimes things just happen when we are not yet in the right place, and when it does, speed, calmness and a little luck will get the shot. Not the most properly composed photo, but the moment is captured. Dad cried during the wedding.
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Mahogany Market – A Tagaytay Photowalk
“Life can be more interesting in the right light.” I arrived tagaytay mid afternoon and thought I could spend an hour or so walking around and taking pictures, the afternoon light was beginning to look nice too. I had to decide on a place where I can see the most activity and Mahogany Market was the first thing that came to mind. I’ve been to Mahogany market before, it’s like a typical marketplace but with a more relaxed atmosphere because of the cool weather. Pineapples litter the floor at times, and the various plants at the back corner emits a refreshing smell as you pass by it. My favorite is…
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