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Hugo’s Birthday PAWty | Kidzooona, Eastwood City Libis
It’s our second time shooting at Kidzooona, and it’s really nice to see both kids and adults enjoy in the same play ground. In celebration of Hugo’s first year, Mom Keena and Dad Cito came up with a PAWty. Yes, you read that right. We’ve got paws and puppies fused into their theme. I can’t wait to show you the treats at the dessert buffet, but you’ll see that later on. As for party favors and souvenirs, guests could even “adopt a puppy!” We’ve had loads and loads of smile and laughter that day. Okay now… time to enjoy the photos! Kidzooona Eastwood Styling and Dessert Buffet by Sugar Rush…
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Mazda CX-5 AWD Sport | Top Gear Philippines Feature
Every so often I get to shoot subjects beyond my usual turf which is families, kids, babies and events. Thanks to TOPGEAR Philippines, these “babies” get to roll on the terrain of the magical print world! It’s always a pleasure to see work, that’s held by countless of people. I mean I do love posting stuff on my blog and various social media channels. But, in truth, even though I do have copies at home, I secretly look at the copies I see when I’m in coffee shops, or when, shooting wedding preps at hotels. 🙂 The online version of the review by Sir Dinzo Tabamo is at this link: https://www.topgear.com.ph/drives/review-mazda-cx-5-awd-sport-a00012-20170826…
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My Top Ten Lessons from the Kerygma Conference 2017 | SMX Convention Center
My very first experience of the Light of Jesus Family was actually through the Kerygma Conference so many years ago. I was a volunteer. While I was unsuspectingly covering the plenary talks with my friends, little did I know that this too, would launch my own personal journey as a photographer. Back then, I was so focused and engrossed at capturing the moments, it felt like I shut off all of my other senses, as I got mesmerized with… the lights, and the cameras, and the action. I was so focused on the task. I missed out on the Cross. This year is different. 🙂 I thought I wouldn’t be…
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Sam’s Ballerina Birthday Bash | M Studio, Paseo de Magallanes
I’ve been reading up on making memories and it’s becoming more and more sentimental as I go deep into it. You’ve gotta be – paying attention – in order to receive that information or experience; You’ve got to be in some form of “listening” in order to record these moments properly. At the same time you’ve gotta keep on “writing” so that you’ll have something to hold on to, and to re-use, review, replicate or revisit for as long as you want to. However, I also got into pondering, why are some memories, louder or more memorable than others? — Because, the people behind it, intentionally made it happen. Allen and Ruby are…
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The Journey is the Reward: Reflections About Coming Home
*COMING HOME* For many years, shooting for us meant that we’d go far, go places, explore and jump into adventure. However as of recent travels ( and shoots), we’ve come to realize that every time we do what we love to do, we the surfers of time, come closer and closer to whatever we’d treat as home. After the shoot we do come home, to our families, our favorite people, and yes, even to ourselves. When you feel at home with yourself, whether you go near, or far, whether you go simple or extra-special, you will always feel like you have already arrived instead of constantly waiting, and thinking about…
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Smart Parenting Feature: Erika Padilla-Cariaso
Bubbly, Perky and Beautiful. During our shoot with Smart Parenting Online, Erika Padilla shared with us some wonderful insights about life and becoming a mother. Explosions of laughter filled the room, and every so often we had to pause to catch our breath, trying to keep quiet on the set. I placed here some photos as seen at the article which was originally published on August 7 2017.  I also included some of my favorite shots of her in the post.:) As of this writing Erika has already given birth to Grayson Jet. 🙂
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Raffy and Carmela | Engagement Session | Urdaneta Village
Photographing families, kids and babies have long occupied the base of my heart. Even when I’m shooting weddings, I tend to follow my tiny friends who are usually the nephews or nieces of our clients. In the case of Raffy and Carmela, well, let’s just say I had met “Mea” at a time that she could still pass off as a flower girl. She is one of my sister’s closest friends and it is such a great thing that they have managed to stay in touch, as they leaf through new chapters in life. Because of that, she too is like family to me. Congratulations Raffy and Carmela! God Bless…
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Aria’s Christening Party | Cafe Enye, Eastwood
Together with Mom Abu, Dad Bede, and older brother Bastien, Aria Renee was welcomed to God’s family through a short but sweet ceremony that was held on June 24, 2017, at Christ the King Church, White Plains. It’s really very touching to see and watch friends and family come together to celebrate each other’s milestones. It’s like a reunion too, for friends who have not seen each other for a long time. At the stylish and homey Cafe Enye, guests were treated to a sumptuous lunch buffet. The place was packed with loads of good food, laughter and good memories. As of this writing, I believe some of Abu and Bede’s…
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Raielle Turns One | Disney Tsum Tsum Birthday Party
A few weeks before this shoot, I was photographing holiday gift ideas  for Smart Parenting Online. I wasn’t familiar with Disney Tsum Tsum yet, and I have to admit, I said “What is this?” when I first saw it. Yet, a Santa Clause gave me one come Christmas Time. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, I’ll show you:) hehehe! Since their wedding, we’ve been counting milestones with mom Em and Dad Raj. 🙂 Now celebrating life with their second child, and the rest of their family, we hope to inspire you, our readers, to strengthen ties with your own families and friends by creating fun memories, and bonding over…
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Kylie Padilla’s Pregnancy Chronicles | Smart Parenting
The article which originally came out in May 2017 about Kylie’s pregnancy is still up at this link! Find out more about how Kylie shares about her experiences as a soon-to-be mom and get to learn about how beautiful she really is, inside-out! Here are some more photos from our shoot featuring Kylie Padilla for Smart Parenting Online. Article by Lei Dimarucut- Sison ( Smart Parenting Online) Make-up by Anne Castano Hair by Mark Ibarrola Styling by Sam Policios Clothes from Great Expectations Maternity Photos by yours truly 🙂
