When in tourist mode abroad, I love researching on unique experiences the area has to offer. Copenhagen has a tour where all participants are on bicycles. In Amsterdam, there is a walking tour of the red light district highlighting its history and focusing on more than meets the eye. And while in Italy, my best … Keep reading
Hot off the press just a few days ago, a cover shoot for Travel + Leisure Magazine by travel photographer, Francisco (Paco) Guerrero, Nadine Lima is our model and fashion styling by yours truly…. The major difference with styling for Travel + Leisure compared to other magazines is that wardrobe is meant to enhance the location … Keep reading
Seeing our country’s own pineapple fiber (piña) put to greater use in fashion beyond the usual and traditional route has always been a source of national pride for me. In the past few years, Tan-Gan (known for their knits) has been incorporating piña into their designs. I find myself featuring more of their pieces for my fashion editorial … Keep reading
It’s been raining in Manila and summertime is over. But as I put this together, the sun is out and shining (well, sort of)! Which then has me reflecting on what I did last summer. And it was all work, but wonderful work I tell you! One of them being a shoot for a newly … Keep reading
A late post, but still fresh nevertheless…. Some of my behind-the-scene shots of October 2012’s issue of High Life Magazine with model and good friend, Alexia and the incredible and extraordinary Lilen Uy as our master photographer… The fashion for the shoot had an organic, yet modern feel, hence the name “Organic Futuristic”. The editorial team suggested … Keep reading
This was my second Moveable Feast and I admit, I have become a Moveable Feast groupie. I just can’t get enough. I just can’t get enough! 😉 The diner is always ensured of a unique experience as locations and guest chefs are different for each event, keeping things fresh in tune with the whole farm-to-table … Keep reading
All about bringing our proudly Philippine-made products to the world, Manila FAME puts together a bi-annual showcase for international buyers. With talented artist and graphic designer, Paolo Icasas of Happy Days fame, we weaved around the areas of the convention center re-discovering the best of what our country has to offer…. The first floor of the … Keep reading
What began as a personal journey to find alternative methods to treat his bipolar condition, artist Jetro Rafael, began experimenting with food as his medications were causing him to fall into a downward spiral. His research on food, that not only fuels the body, but feeds your mood resulted in the creation of “Van Gogh … Keep reading
I just want to share with you the amazing scenery that greeted us as we wrapped up our shoot last week. It was as if Mother Nature took her cue as our director, Yam Laranas, announced to the entire crew and production, “It’s a Wrap!”…. He invited everyone to stay for awhile to witness one … Keep reading
I first found out about Jetro Rafael and Van Gogh is Bipolar through my friend, Jenny Pascual. She constantly raved about her good friend’s restaurant in Quezon City. She mentioned that owner/creator, Jetro is bipolar and the menu items are named after famous bipolar people. Then it was at Jenny’s event, Moveable Feast (check out … Keep reading