Yearly Archives: 2010
The Oscars red carpet fashion roundup
On Sunday I watched the Oscars show AND without falling asleep once, yahoo! And I am reasonably glad I didn’t. The ladies in their fashionable attire and the I’d-hit-that! Gerard Butler kept me from dozing off. I didn’t have any major “wow” moments but I thought Tina Fey looked magnificent in her sexy Micheal Kors [...]
Posted in: Fashion Tags: 82nd annual academy awards fashion, AMANDA SEYFRIED, Anika Noni Rose, Anna Kendrick, awards show, cameron diaz, Carey Mulligan, Charlize Theron, Deborah Ann Woll, Demi Moore, designer gowns, Diane Kruger, Elizabeth Banks, fashion review, Helen Mirren, jennifer lopez, julianne moore, Kate Winslet, KRISTEN STEWART, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mariah Carey, Mariska Hargitay, Miley Cyrus, Molly Ringwald, Nicole Richie, Penelope Cruz, Queen Latifah, Rachel McAdams, red carpet, Sandra Bullock, sarah jessica parker, Sigourney Weaver, Tina Fey, Vera Farmiga, Virginia Madsen, Zoe Saldana 7 Comments
Winner: PrettyGeeky wedding dress giveaway
A very heartfelt thanks to everyone who entered the contest. There were so many wonderful entries, but unfortunately there is only one dress. The winner of our very first contest is:
Foua (Cindy) Moua
Her entry can be read here. Cindy, please check for an email from us. =) Thanks again to all entrants!”
Photography tips: Using a reflector
I thought I’d post a few photos that were taken using natural light with a reflector. A reflector is one of the least expensive source of light you can get. A reflector bounces light and can serve as either a main light or fill light. When shooting outdoors, it’s a great way to add extra [...]
Posted in: Photography, Photography Tips, Portraits, Tutorials Tags: natural light, Nikon 50mm f1.8, Nikon d700, photography tips, reflector 8 Comments
Update: PrettyGeeky wedding dress contest
Thanks to everyone who entered the PrettyGeeky Wedding dress giveaway contest. With the help of the generous bride, we are currently going through all the entries. As noted in the contest rules, the winner will be announced on Sunday March 7th. Check back to find out who the lucky winner is!
Good luck to everyone who [...]
Las Vegas swingin part 1
During their California trip, we decided to take Chili and Millie on a road trip to Las Vegas… what a big mistake. Everyone lost lol. They don’t call the city Lost Wages without reason huh? Anyhow, outside of the gambling… we had a blast. I haven’t had a stretch of days partying it up like [...]
California dreamin: beach photos
Seven years ago, I met one of my cousins for the very first time. I was so happy to have been able to meet more of my family from my father’s side. It was a long overdue meeting; thankfully, we had so much in common… we naturally became close friends. I bring up the seven [...]
Posted in: Photography, Portraits Tags: Crystal Cove, Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700, SB600 speedlight, strobist 11 Comments
52nd Grammy Awards red carpet fashion
Yet another late fashion post but I love doing them so here it is! I watched the entire show hoping to hear some great performances but ended up feeling a bit frustrated. For one, Lady Gaga had soo many hits last year and yet we didn’t get to see her go on stage once with [...]
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California winters are awesome
I grew up in the Midwest where winters were a major pain in the butt. We’re so spoiled over here in California (winter: 70 degrees! are you kidding me?). I just don’t appreciate the 3-4 months of snow like I use to when I was a little kid. Back then I couldn’t wait for a [...]
Shoot anytime anywhere: Broad daylight photos
Continuing our recent theme of shooting anytime and anywhere… today’s post is about shooting under broad daylight. Everyone has taken the “raccoon eyes” type of photos. You know? The kind where someone suggests the whole group turn towards the sun so all your faces are lit up. What usually results from this? First off, everyone [...]
Posted in: Photography, Photography Tips, Portraits, Tutorials Tags: broad daylight, Nikon 50mm f1.8, Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700, radio popper, strobist 15 Comments
Super fun beach photos