There are times when I meet couples who are just especially easy to shoot. And when I meet such a couple, I really cherish the moments photographing them.
I got to know Louis and Baozhu just a month ago. My first impression about them was that they are pretty easy going folks. And they were really very kind to invite me to join them for lunch after their solemnisation. Now, that does not mean couples who don’t do that are not kind… but you know what I mean 
Their solemnisation was a very nice, private affair for both their families at Peony Jade. It was a very simple ceremony without the usual fanfare, but I could sense the sincerity of it all, especially when Louis and Baozhu exchanged their vows. I believe those that were there to witness this event appreciated that.
We really had a whale of a time shooting around the area before and after the ceremony. I just wished we had more time!
All my wedding packages include an outdoor engagement session. I have couples who asks me, “What is an engagement session? Do we need this since we are already engaged?” My reply is as always “of coz you do!” 
The idea of an engagement session (or e-session) really originates from other countries such as the US and Australia. Usually, wedding packages from these overseas photographers include e-sessions. The purpose of such a session is for the couple and photographer to get to meet and know one another, so that during the actual wedding day, everyone would be comfy and great images will be created!
For my couples and I, we really enjoy e-sessions. It is an opportunity for them to look really natural and cool before the big day, to celebrate their love before joining as one. It is also a chance for me to discover little bits of them. Those little nuances of personality that I try to capture in each frame. But it is really about all of us having loads of fun!
Click the links below to see the fun!
e-session slideshow 1
e-session slideshow 2
Nope this is not the title of the latest movie.
Recently I have often grumbled to myself that there are really no places left in Singapore that does not look like Singapore. Really. Some places like the Botanic gardens, Marina barrage, Esplanade have all been shot to death. It is indeed a daunting challenge to create images that is unique and one that will make a person scratch his head wondering where they were taken from. The photographer in Singapore will definitely need to muster all his/her creative juices to produce such images.
However, today was no such day for me, because I discovered.. The Last Kampong!
Ok ok, for my more knowledgeable readers who already know about it, you can stop sniggering now :p
It was indeed a revelation to discover this little place, hidden somewhere in Yio Chu Kang, that is still relatively untouched by the masses of concrete buildings sprouting around it. And I have Davidson and Lena to thank, because they were the ones who told me about this place!
Good taste in location aside, Davidson and Lena is really a cool couple. They were also easily one of the most relaxed couples that I have met in front of the camera, so we really had a blast shooting today. And the sunset today was… just gorgeous!
The entrance to the Kampong
After our Kampong shoot, we quickly made our way to Labarador Park, hoping to catch the golden hour and sunset…
Thanks guys for the great fun today. Looking forward to shoot your AD!
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One of the things that I love about my job is that from time to time, I get to go to places that either I did not know it exists, or I did not know it could look so nice. It probably points to the fact that there are in fact, many nice little places in our little island that is waiting to be discovered. It also means that I need to go out more often!
Eric and Julia chose to have their solemnisation ceremony take place at Flutes at the Fort. Hidden and tucked behind the Central Fire Station, this is one place that you need to know, before you know where to find it! It is an old bunglow (apparantly the Fire Chief’s home) that has been converted into a quaint and lovely restaurant.
The place is perfect for private functions and it is absolutely a fantastic location for Eric and Julia’s solemnisation. It was a cosy affair with all their family members and close friends. The atmosphere was really warm and friendly, and it was truly an enjoyable experience witnessing their wedding.
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Here’s wishing all of my faithful blog readers (and new ones too) a most happy and blessed Christmas! May the new year bring good health and happiness to all of you as well!
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