2010 BEST OBJECTS and NATURE Photos

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For my final set of best photos, I will post these heavies in less an hour before the new year... phew....

Funny how you learn more about yourself as you explore into an art....

I discovered I actually have an obsession with objects.... and I believe I am more drawn to them than in people because of the feelings which they convey. hihihi I guess you may find it strange. 

I love associating objects with people and believe I have a gift in bringing these objects to life. I feel very moved and even teary-eyed at times with these photos.

Without further adieu....

 Aw! Very nostalgic. Reminds me of my elementary days. Had the chance to visit my school again after 16yrs.

 A raw photo from my 1st trip to Eco Park. I like the symmetry and the hues... makes me wanna get my hands dirty and paint with my fingers.

 

The photo which I took during my blog's 1st birthday.

Funny how  even the most common objects can turn into works of art with just a little imagination.

I'm in-love with this photo. A perfect example of the masterpieces which common people take for granted. So simple yet so classy.

A shot from my 1 wedding shoot.

I love gifts! I love giving. I'm the kind of person who enjoys making people feel special. These are the gifts I gave to my friends as a congratulatory token... a piece of gourmet chocolate!

I re-discovered my love for writing when I made this blog more than a year ago. Writing relaxes me a lot and it's a time to commune with my inner self. This photo tells a lot about me.... i make the simplest things look very pretty, and behind the bright hues and all... I remain to be simple.

I'm not a bookworm but I do enjoy reading when time permits...

reminds me of my kikay friends...

A palette of glitters! I love shiny things!

The tears of a clown.. when there's no one around

Very Krissy!

my most favorite picture this year!! it speaks for itself!

One of my early photos from Eco Park. I fell in-love with the scene. Though I'm nowhere in the picture, I feel that I'm still very much a part of it. I believe this is my 1st decent nature photo.

a simple photo with a profound meaning.....

A "cook book" shot! Very much resembles what I want my kitchen to look like. Also reflects my homey side.

Nature/Animals:  

I'm not a big fan of landscapes but I am so fascinated with clouds. Whenever I photograph sceneries ... clouds should always standout! They are just so fun and mysterious to look at!

Sometimes I feel I'd like to carefully re-arrange them in the sky... decorate my own universe

 

Animals--- they hold a special place in my heart. I believe I hold a deep respect and connection with them.

Funny how some people are so into finding aliens from outer space... whileI think it's better to get to know the other creatures living with us on earth. I admire people who respect animals because I know that if they are kind to these creatures, the more will they have respect for fellow humans. I've met a lot of people who hurt and treat them as pests... I tend to stay away from them.

 My Aunt's kitten GiGi

 Shit! lols!

 If I were to be an animal, I think this is what I'm gonna be....
I took this photo when I saw her sneaking up behind me. Probably curious... I noticed that even animals get curious of me.

 I believe this little bird was being really playful with me that time!

 I enjoyed watching this beauty! So elegant!

I'm not happy with this picture at all.... more of bothered.  But I feel this is a very powerful photo. No one deserves to be deprived of his/her/its freedom.

Whenever I look at a photo, I don't just see the picture itself... most of all, I see the photographer. The thoughts, the feelings and ideas. It is like sharing a piece of him/herself to the spectator. I feel that I am very much in each picture I take...leaving invisible imprints. Yes, I love sharing myself to the world. This is my legacy, my contribution to humanity. I see myself in these pictures. They all reveal bits and pieces of me... a mystery waiting to be solved. 

I'm not just a photographer.. I'm a storyteller.

I hope you enjoyed  my subjects this year... the various  faces, scenes and objects.... I hope my stories have somehow inspired you to view the world in a different way. It has been a great year for me and for 2011, I'm not just hoping or wishing... I'm gonna do my best to prove myself again and soar higher.

Thank you so much for your time in appreciating my humble works. =)

2010 BEST FOOD PHOTOS

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It has been a great year for me! Photography has been my main source of artistic satisfaction this year and for sure my December won't be complete without featuring my best photos for this year.

The original plan was to pick my top 12 photos for 2010. 1 best photo per month. The criteria would include not just about the photo's X-factor but more on its relevance/impact which it made in my life.

When I opened all my folders, I realized it's not gonna be as easy at all! I found thousands of raw as well as edited ones...So many categories, events, happenings that it's way tooo hard to pick the best ones!!
I still plan to pick my final top 12 but before that, I'd like to feature my best works per category.

Let us start with my BEST FOOD PHOTOS for this year........

The fresh produce and the famous Lucban Longanisa from the Pahiyas Festival

The pasta and fish fillet at the Old Spaghetti House..

The homemade onion buns and burgers plus the baby cakes at Mrs. Howard's...

My shots from a food photo session in Manila...

 

The dreamy Chocolate Mint Cupcakes....

The insanely perfect pastas from the Aveneto Ristorante...

The "pulutans" at the Congo Grille...

The heavenly dimsums of Le Ching...

The sinful desserts of Parvati...

The simple comfort food of Cafe Mary Grace...

The mouthwatering Almond Roca Cheesecake from Starbucks Coffee...

The satisfying Fish Fillet from the Cafe City..

The refreshing Baker's Hat combo Yogurt dessert from the White Hat....

I hope you enjoyed these sinful delights! Which one is your favorite?
Watch out for my next set of top photos for 2010.....

My 1st Pro Food Photography Gig....

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I clearly remember that I promised to refrain from taking pictures of food for a while..but just before the week ended..just after I posted my last entry, I got a text message from one of my mentors (Greg Valerio) inviting me to join him on his next project which was to shoot the menu for this newly opened restaurant inside a hotel located somewhere in Intramuros. Without any 2nd thoughts, I immediately re-scheduled my appointment for that day to give way to this rare invitation.

I remember waking up really excited that day.. the weather was never an issue to me. Rain or shine.. if there's a will, there's a way! We were supposed to start after lunch but the chef had to make some preparations. We didn't really mind for we knew the food had to look perfect! Being a food enthusiast myself, I made an effort to get to know the chef so we could exchange some of our ideas and made suggestions on the design etc. Tay Greg was the lead photographer of course then he would let me do some clicks afterwards.

One by one, the chef presented his finest creations.. a feast for the eyes as well as the tummy!
My idea was to present the food in the most appealing way as possible and to make people crave for more!! So before I clicked the shutter, I wanted to satisfy my eyes first.. I had to feel it!! All my shots I may say were from the eyes of a person who is deeply passionate about food.. someone who shares a romance with the culinary arts.

I noticed I love taking tight shots of food for I think, the closer you are, the more we tend to be attracted to it. The more you see the texture of the meat, the freshness of the produce and the brilliance of the sauce, the more you feel like tasting it!

Here are some of the best shots...

No need for detailed descriptions for the photos speak for themselves..

 For starters we have a plate of cold cuts to tickle your taste buds....

and the chosen beverage.. a tall glass of Watermelon Shake!

A truly refreshing drink!

Let's now begin with the main courses...

A savory Pork dish garnished with red and green peppers!! yum yum!!!

Fish Fillet Szechuan style... now this dish really really made me wanna grab and stuff it in my mouth!! The aroma was just sooooo good! Like a man wearing seductive perfume!! It was irresistible!! FUCK!!!

This next one is also another killer!! Penne Pasta with Shrimps!! Boy oh boy I'm starting to perspire!! Phew!! I believe I need not to tell you on how it tasted (I actually didn't)

Roast Beef Panini.. another tummy filler!!! Love the fries!

Next we have a classic Filipino dish.. Sinigang na Hipon (Sour Shrimp Stew).... Had to decorate the sides to give it a fresh feel!

Pizza has always been on top of my list whenever I eat out!

Here's their version this classic Italian favorite.... topped with fresh zucchinis, mushrooms and a variety of Italian sausages!

The international favorite.. the famous medium rare steak!!!

Most steaks go well with seasoned baked potatoes on the side...

For our sweet ending... A fine delicate serving of  Italian Blueberry Panna Cota...

This shoot was indeed a dream come true for me!

Who would think that this Manila girl who was once exposed to loads of cookbooks during her early years would one day take photos like these? 

I started out as an ordinary food blogger  last year .... eager to show the world her food adventures and culinary secrets.. Never have I imagined that I would one day get serious on taking photos of food!! It's really nice to discover another niche! Makes me feel special!

So far, I get a lot of praises on my food photos.. I know I'm still not an expert so I'm very much willing to learn!

Food Photography is definitely one of my fortes and I aim to show you far better and more tempting shots next time! I only started photography roughly 4 months ago so I'm certain to improve in the days to come..

I just have to stay focused and committed in learning this art.

I am definitely hungry.. not just for food but for more knowledge. Who knows? I may become a  professional food photographer for real!!!! That sounds like a cool 2nd job!!!!!

I hope you liked this entry! Please tell me what you think of the shots!!! I'm dying to hear your comments!