My exclusive behind-the-scenes of our photo shoot for Asian Dragon Weddings from the quaint streets of Vigan… Linn Oeymo looks absolutely beautiful, yet fierce in a serene kind of way (reminds me of a warrior princess). Although the look was modern Filipino amidst the old world charm of Vigan, I couldn’t help but add a tad bit of … Keep reading
Taking Filipino fashion up a notch (or two or three) with this shoot I put together for the September issue of Sense & Style Magazine. Prepping the edgy and intricate outfits… And finishing touches on our gorgeous supermodel, Girlie Benitez… Some of the action taking place behind the scenes. One of my favorite looks…. I love how the body piece (made of … Keep reading
Behind-the-scenes of the latest fashion editorial for High Life Magazine featuring some of our country’s best artists and pairing their works with our talented Filipino fashion designers. Our wonderful and gorgeous models, getting ready and internalizing their many roles and looks for this shoot… Watch in horror of this crown made of nails by … Keep reading
How fun was this shoot? The idea was to create KPop, JPop, Harajuku Girl-inspired outfits using existing school uniforms. The challenge here was that some of these uniforms were to be returned to their rightful owners so most of them I couldn’t alter or change their silhouettes. Prepping at my work studio and getting inspiration… So, … Keep reading
When Arnel Patawaran the AWESOME (editor of the Manila Bulletin Lifestyle section) requested I style this one shoot for Sense & Style Magazine, I hesitated because it required so much in so little time. But Arnel’s soothing voice on the phone calmed any anxiety (like a true mentor) and everything was going to be okay. It was … Keep reading
When the editorial team of High Life Magazine got in touch with me with regards to a candy-colored shoot and using actual candies as props and as a backdrop, how could I refuse? They mentioned they got sponsorship from a candy company. Hence, see for yourself the mouth-watering sour worms, sour sticks, flower marshmallows, lollipops, … Keep reading
To all budding photographers and models…. Fashion stylists and hair and makeup artists…. Here is an informative short clip showcasing the elements of a studio photo shoot…. [vimeo http://vimeo.com/58154501] Movie Credits: Paco Guerrero/ Photographer Website : www.francisco-guerrero.com Mobile: 0917.823.64.32 Guada Reyes/ Fashion Stylist One Good Eye Concepts Website: www.onegoodeyeconcepts.com Mobile: 0917.893.1(eye) Pamm Merrera/ Hair and Make-Up Stylist … Keep reading
I love how work is completely different every day, never boring and always a new challenge and adventure. My last project for 2012 and the first shoot for 2013 could not have been more poles apart. Last on our list for the year, a tv commercial shoot focusing on freshness with a flirty and feminine … Keep reading
It’s always refreshing working with “talents” and not just another pretty face in the fashion industry. I’ve done several shoots with ballerinas and their craft and capabilities never fail to take my breath away. Ballet Philippines’ principal ballerina, Carissa Adea being made up by makeup artist, Ivy Chang, and getting ready to strike a passe, … Keep reading
Taking a breather this calm and cool Sunday by sharing some relaxing photos. Hopefully I was able to capture the beauty, body and soul of Baler, Aurora. You can read my past entries about Baler here- EyeBALlin’ BAler and A Re-VIEW of Baler’s Market Trends. A time to reflect…. Surfing and soul-searching actually go hand-in-hand…. Speaking … Keep reading