Mazato and Len Prenup Photo Shoot

Rico requested me to handle the prenuptial photo shoot of Mazato and Len two weeks ago. I've handled prenup shoots before but this was the first time that I'll be doing it for Rico. Because of earlier commitment he had to assign this shoot to me.

I've asked my friend,John(a.k.a One),who's also a photographer(I met him at Kelby's photowalk) to join and assist me in this shoot.

The couple had arrived in our meeting place,La Mesa Eco Park, earlier than the set time which was 2pm. Mazato and Len were already married in Japan and they would want to have a ceremony also here in Manila. Len,the bride, was a bit displeased because the place was crowded (it was Rizal's day,non-working holiday). She's also complaining of mosquito bites. Mazato, the groom, was sweating all over but never complains and looks so calm. I emphatized with them, Japan has winter and here we have the opposite plus humid. Well, the place definitely had something to offer, we just need to be patient.

Len and Mazato were accompanied by Kathy, Len's sister, and their driver. Archie (fondly called asMama Archie),make-up artist was also there. I would say Mama Archie did a good job in making Len more beautiful. The make-up looks natural on Len's face.

Len suggested to have the photoshoot in another location, Tagaytay. Since it was already past 2pm, it wouldn't be advisable to move to another location because we're not sure of the traffic situation in South. It would already be late if we'll reach Tagaytay. So I explained to Len of the pros and cons of moving to another location. Plus we don't have vehicle service to transfer to another location. I was grateful that Len and Mazato agreed to stay and have the photo shoot at the La Mesa Ecopark.

It was quite a challenge because the place was teeming with patrons and guests. Finding the right spots to shoot was equally a challenge. Mazato is a Japanese and Len speaks well of their dialect so communication wasn't much of a challenge. Mazato speaks English but Len still need to translate in Japanese language.

It was fun doing the photo shoot with this couple. Building rapport is a must. Quick thinking,creativity and most of all a lot of patience are needed when you have limited time. Hope you like the photos.

See you both on your wedding day, January 8, 2010.

Symphony of Lights

I was able to catch the last night's free show of Symphony of Lights at the Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City. It's just walking distance from our office.

The show started last Nov20 and ended last night. It's a light and sound show of two talented artists, Voltaire de Jesus, renowned theater lighting director and multi-awarded sound designer Jethro Joaquin.

It was quite a challenge to take photos of the dancing lights. I brought a tripod with me which is a big help. I had also taken long exposure shots of buildings around the area. You don't always get to do this in Ayala as it's prohibited to just take photos unless you have permit.

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