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Raya’s Baptism
Celebrating life in chapters makes it more memorable. Though the pages in our days might be flipping way faster than we think it is, because of our busy schedules, to sit down and quietly enjoy the blessings that each day brings, is in itself, an act of gratefulness. I was told, Raya, whom I met as a belly first during the baby shower, will have her birthday soon 🙂 And it’s a good time to look back at the day when we welcomed her to God’s family. I keep wondering how much she’s already grown since the last time we met. And am excited to see her or bump into…
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Pam & Miguel
Let’s Time Travel! Pam & Miguel asked to have their couple photoshoot at the place where they met each other: San Beda College of Law. And as we walked through the halls of their school, I could sense them reminiscing about the years when they just met. Although this is not my first time inside the campus, it is my first time to have a photoshoot here. We had our shoot in between 3:00-5:00 PM on a sunny Saturday, where we walked ( and pretty much laughed) the afternoon away. Although it has been months since the time of this portrait session, I can still remember how these two greeted…
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Anna Mae @ Forty
One of the most beautiful gifts that a person can receive, is to come from a Filipino family whose bond remains and continues to grow strong as life's new chapters unfold. For Anna Mae, who welcomed a new decade recently, and is currently based in another country, flying home for the weekend is worth all the effort.
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Moms of Mary Grace: A Baby Shower Story
For a cafe that is highly frequented by many adorable Titas, Mary Grace truly becomes a venue of choice for intimate celebrations. From Baby Showers, Birthdays and even just a regular “Tita-Kits”, Mary Grace is able to make our ordinary days a little more special. Rica’s family, secretly came together and arranged a baby shower for her, to welcome their newest family member — Baby Raya! “The venue is already pretty, we just have to bring the party!” said her sister Cara. And as a photographer, I do agree 🙂 It’s also my happy place! Filipino families really love taking group pictures together, while waiting for the celebrant. 🙂 This…
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Indoor Playground Party for Hunter and Marlee
Parents are always looking for ways to make their celebrations more memorable for their children. Instead of having a full program for their kids, Moms Weki and Diane chose to hold a joint birthday party for sons Marlee & Hunter, in an indoor playground in Quezon City (Treehaus @ 84 Hemady). The children just spent their time running around the venue and creating their own games! This is a really good idea especially if you love candid photos… like me! As a fan of Inside Out 1 & 2, I always feel energized when I think about my work as a photographer that seeks to create core memories for children…
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A Wall Climbing Birthday Party
By listening to the coaches they are able to find out which rock to grab onto next so that they can go further, up up and away!. And after reaching their goal, I'm sure they came out stronger! :)
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Lucas Birthday Party | Acropolis Club house
Our little traveler Lucas, who just got baptized at Christ the King Greenmeadows, continued the celebration with his loved ones here in the Philippines, through an advanced birthday party held at Acropolis Clubhouse. The guest were treated to a travel-themed party, reminiscent of this family’s world-wide adventures. 🙂 Yay! Enjoy the photos! Event Coordination: Party Doll Manila EventsEvent Styling: Chexy EventsFood : Bizu CateringHost: Host MadzInflatables: Inflatables by JulianaCake: AA Cake DesignSouvenirs: Cheeful Creatives PHFood Cards: Chexy Events
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Baptism of Lucas | Christ the King Greenmeadows
Lately, I’ve been serving clients who are flying in for the holidays, to be reunited with their Philippine-based family members. This to me, makes my work even more meaningful because I get to collect and preserve precious moments for families who will also be creating new roots, abroad. They could have had the baptism ceremony held at their new home town (abroad), but they particularly chose to back to share the journey with their parents and loved ones. Such Time Travelers! 🙂 Meet Lucas! I too am part of a generation, who has cousins who are now residing abroad. Thanks to social media platforms, we still get to stay in…
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Light Moments at Balai Alegria
I love doing photowalks, in and outside of my work. I feel these are moments where I’m able to slow down, and sharpen my observation skills while simply basking in the beauty that light has to offer. During event coverages, life is fast-paced. I often link it to my sensation of swimming for fitness or endurance. That by the end of it, I feel I had a work out, I’m catching my breath, but I also feel either stronger and sharper… or well beat up from the physical activities. That’s why, I believe, while my work (is) play, I still do have to rest, intentionally. Just an one hour’s drive…
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Pili’s Baptismal Day | Mt. Carmel Shrine
It was raining so hard in Manila during the week of this photoshoot. But, by God’s grace the baptism of Pili pushed through and all of us attendees got showered with the warmth of friends and family members coming together to celebrate. The baptism was held at Mt. Carmel Shrine in New Manila, at 9AM. Parents Pam and Miguel invited their best friends to become the God Parents of Pili. Big brother Manu was also celebrating his birthday, and for the reception, it was a super-fun double celebration ( I this reserved for another post, coming soon!). Even if it rained, the plants around the baptistry made our occasion even…
