Craig + Kristina's Pictorial, Hercules, San Francisco, CA

August 30, 2006
Hercules, CA
Models by: Giggles Photography Studio
Models:Craig and Kristina Lewis

First time I saw Lilian, owner of Giggles Studio was at San Francisco Bridal Fair. She booked me immediately for a photo shoot. Lilian organized two models for me to shoot today, Craig and Kristina as well as an MUA and a Hair Stylist. We spent a good portion of the day in the studio and then went out. We had a wonderful time and fabulous portrait sessions at the Hercules Park which is a mile away from her studio. I had a great time working with Lilian who is such a talented shooter. I was so excited to be photographing amazingly beautiful people in cool locations.

Jerry + Tina's Photo Shoot

August 29, 2006 Hillsborough, San Francisco, CA Tito Jerry and Tita Tina were so nice to me. The photo shoot just took place around their house, but we started the day at Kohl Mansion were they celebrated their renewal of vows. Tita Tina told me that they were not able to hire a professional photographer during their vows renewal, so they took advantage of my stay in USA. What impressed me most was that Tito Jerry and Tita Tina are quietly in love with each other. I really enjoyed watching them together. You guys rock. We are also scheduled for a family pictorial but due to the hectic schedule of some of the members of their family, we are considering of having their pictorial at Hawaii. Ritche, Tita Tina's son will hire me to do the wedding in Hawaii. Really looking forward on your Big Day.

Ritche + Mirra E-Session, Ruby Hill

August 28, 2006 Ruby Hill Golf Course, Pleasanton, CA There are several reasons why I really like photographing Ritche and Mirra. First of

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Up coming Bridal Fair, September 2-3, 2006... The Forum, PICC

We are excited once again to participate in Themes and Motiffs' Wedding Expo on September 2-3, 2006 at the Forum in PICC, the biggest and most comprehensive Wedding Event. As, always we will introduce something new which the couple will surely like. Too all soon to wed.... have a wonderful selection of albums. Create something truly unique and special of the images you most surely cherish. The Wedding Paintography of Smart Shot Studio will still be promoted and watch out for our very own Interactive Album Design. We would love for you to drop by our booth old or new client just to say hi and hello. On the spot booking will entitle you to avail of our Interactive Album Design. More freebies will be offered in our booth. See ya!

Keith + Meanne E-Session, Ocean view, Monterey County, CA

August 27, 2006 Ocean View, Carmel, Monterey County, CA Keith and Meanne find Ocean View to be a romantic venue for their Engagement Pictorial, the breathtaking scenery for an engagement. Keith is a Military Trainor and you will notice some karate demonstrations in some of the their photos. We did a very quick pictorial because they will go back to Sacramento after the shoot. Wedding day schedule is on December 23, 2006. Ariel Javelosa is their Photgrapher. I just did their E-Session. I met Meanne during San Francisco Bridal Fair last August 12, 2006. Thank you for the confidence in our ability to capture the essence of who you really are. Pictures to follow... promise!

Mheann off to Philippines

Because of the E-Session commitment with Caloy and Tess I was not able to join my relatives in bringing in Mheann, my wife, to San Francisco International Airport. Mheann is scheduled to go back now to Manila. I will surely miss you Mommy.... I truly love you.... See you in Manila next week.

Caloy + Tess E-Session, Stanford University, CA

August 26, 2006
Stanford University & San Francisco Area

Caloy and Tess picked me up at San Jose Greyhound Station. Immediately after seeing each other we hit the road going to Stanford University and started the E-Session. Caloy and Tess are such an adorable partner! We had perfect weather today for their engagement portrait. The perfect condition, the light and their cool personalities made for a gorgeous photo shoot. I did not find any hard time taking pictures of them, though they were not born as a good poser but i was so surprised doing their own thing. They loved the camera so much. The picture of a loving couple were evident on their beautiful smiles. Wedding day will be scheduled on January 9, 2007 at Santuario de San Antonio and the reception will be at Shangri-la Makati. The couple signed contract with Smart Shot Studio in one of the bridal fairs held in the Philippines. I enjoyed photographing Caloy and Tess. Nationality of Tess is Indonesian-Filipina , she is working at United Arlines in IT Dept. Caloy and Tess ... thank you so much for considering me a part of your life. I am happy for the two of you, and I wish you a wonderful wedding and marriage. I can't wait doing your wedding day.

Senior Portrait of JB and Kisha, Monterey County

August 25, 2006 Pacific Grove & Carmel, Monterey County, CA Senior Season is starting back up again. This afternoon I had a bunch of fun shooting JB and Kisha for their yearbook. We had such a beautiful light, and they carry themselves very well. I took the photo shoot at Lovers point in Pacific Grove & Carmel Beach too. They are both graduating students in Alvarez Everett School in Salinas CA. Congratulations in advance....

A Very Succesful Bridal Fair.

August 22, 2006 SM North Edsa We were so happy during the last Bridal Fair organized by Manuel of Chu U Yen Company. thank you Manuel for inviting us.....

Mike + Ruby E-Session, Las Vegas, NV

August 22, 2006 Las Vegas, Neveda I had an amazing time photographing Mike and Ruby for their E-Session. They gave me complete control and artistic freedom to take whatever I wanted, wherever I wanted. I felt so liberated and all of us had a fantastic time walking around the streets of Las Vegas getting beautiful and stunning shots in many locations. It was pretty fun. pix to follow

Despideda Party Hosted by Bong and Millet

August 20, 2006 Seattle,WA It was our last day in Seattle and our friends Bong and Millet surprised us with a Despideda Party. Friends came over and it was a mixed feeling, fun as we had so many dishes to eat, drinks and sing-a-long and lonely as we would again part and would count on years before we could see each other again.......

Have some fun at Wild Wave, Seattle,WA

August 19, 2006 Seattle is known to be raining throughout the whole year but this year was the longest and hottest summer in Seattle. We went to wild waves and took some rides. In the afternoon, we joined the launching of IBM Club where my friend Millet is working as Systems Analyst.

Pre Pictorial for Ria, Seattle, WA

August 18, 2006 Lynwood Seattle, WA. Ria is celebrating her 18th birthday on September 30, 2006. Rias's beauty is exotic and she poses like a professional model. I was requested to do a photo shoot with her for her 18th birthday celebration.

While We Were in Oregon

August 16-18, 2006 Seaside Resort, Oregon What a beautiful resort, Bong and Millet brought us to one of the resorts of Trendwest at Oregon. Because of the very impressive accommodation and the wonderful experience in the resort, I signed up for a 10,000.00 credit points-share with World Mark by Trendwest. Upon signing, I was given an extra one week bonus from RCI Company plus additional 10,000 match credit points. We stayed in the resort for 3 days and 2 nights. I will surely bring my family when i get back to this place.

We're in Seattle

August 15, 2006 Seatac, Seattle Tacoma Welcome Seattle... last time i visited this place was 3 years ago. We will be visiting the college close friend of Mheann at Lynwoods. So eager to see Bong and Millet.

Kasal Pilipinas Bridal Show, 2nd Day

August 13, 2006 Venue: St. Patrick Church Hall, Mission street, California We had a succesful Bridal Fair at San francisco California. Mheann together with other exhibitors in their Filipiniana inspired attire joined the parade representing Kasal Pilipinas. We were able to meet also different vendors from San Francisco and they were very amazed with our digital guest books and albums. It was really a very memorable experience to have a bridal fair outside the country. Quite hard to travel all our materials from the Philippines to USA but very rewarding. Congratulations Ms. Emily Sy.....

Kasal Pilipinas Bridal Show, 1st Day

August 11, 2006 Venue: Philippine Center, 447 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA Kasal Pilipinas was formally opened. Hon. Maria Rowena Mendoza Sanchez, Consulate General of the Philippines, graced the occasion. There was Fashion show of different participating desinghers and the Audio-Visual Presentation of Kasal Pilipinas was made by Smart Shot Studio and was conceptualized by Mike Pigar of Visions and Ideas. August 12, 2006 Venue: St. Patrick Church Hall, Mission Street, CA Formal opening of the bridal show and ribbon cutting was made by Consul General Mendoza-Sanchez together with Mr. Rene Delos Santos. We had one on-sight booking (wedding). We also had bookings of engagement session.

Drop by at WWDC

August 11, 2006 Moscone West, San Francisco, CA Apple's worldwide developer conference kicked off with beautiful skies in San Francisco last August 7-13, 2006. Since I am a Mac-lover, I personally visited the building where the activity was held because I was so curious to know more on the newest technology of Apple which is the Leopard.

Kyle's Golf Tournament

August 9, 2006 Diablo Creek Golf Course Concorde, CA Joined my cousin Kyle in his golf tournament (18 holes) at Diablo Creek Golf Course, Concorde, CA. The weather was too hot but we had a nice time with Kyle, Uncle Nestor and Autnie Mitzi.

Kasal Pilipinas Wonders of Weddings @ San Francisco, CA

August 11-13, 2006 We're very happy to be invited as one of the exhibitors in Kasal Pilipinas Bridal Show at St. Patrick Church, San Francisco California. The brains behind Kasal Pilipinas was Ms Emily Sy whose main objective is to showcase and support the Filipino entrepreneurs and the booming wedding industry to the global community. Kasal Pilipinas likewise promoted the Philippines as the foremost destination for wedding occasion and other related celebrations.

Mark + Alma E-Session, San Francisco CA.

August 6, 2006 Another engagement pictorial session at San Francisco. They are both busy occupied with too much responsibilities in work as our pictorial was made in one of the parks of San Francisco. Alma is a lawyer from the Philippines where she got our contact numbers. We never expected that we will be able to book their wedding here in Sacramento, USA. Contract signing was made last July 15, 2006 in San Francisco. We got some wonderful shots as the weahter was great.

Wedding Suppliers to San Francisco

August 5,2006 My wife Mheann and other wedding suppliers from the Philippines will be arriving tommorrow August 6, 2006 for a bridal show at San Francisco, St. Patrick Church. This is the first time that Mheann my wife and the rest of the group who will participate in San Francisco Bridal Fair at St. Patrick Church during the Filipino Fiestahan will be arriving on August 6.

Philip + Jehan's E Session, San Francisco Ca.

August 5,2006 Jehan discovered me thru W@W directory when she was browsing and looking for a photographer to do their E-session. Thank you Ms. Bennette for the advertisment where i was listed on the front page of W@W website. Yesterday was my first meeting with this couple. They picked me up at my friends house in Union City and we drove up to North San Francisco. We started our photo session at the City Hall where they had their Civil Wedding. A very tiring day as we stared early and ended at around 7pm. We had our dinner at the famous Thai Restaurant along San Francisco and while eating I did some editing on their photos and burned it on a dvd & gave them their copy. I also did some slide show presentation while taking our dessert.

Jamie's Pre Pictorrial @ San Francisco, CA

August 4, 2006 Jamie is turning fifteen (15) on Sept. 2, 2006 , She is from El Salvador but now based in San Francisco. She will be celebrating her Quincenera on October and her photographer is Carlos Mariveles. I was invited by my friend Carlos in his photoshoot to Jamie. She was lovely and very sweet.

I'm back at San Francisco California

August 3, 2006 After a long vacation at Los Angeles & San Diego Ca, I'm now back here at San Francisco California. Alex brought me to Ontario International Airport where I boarded at Southwest Airlines going to Oakland International Airport. I arrived at the airport around 11:45am and we went right away to Philip Mauer to get the wedding albums of my clients. That was a very enjoyable vacation for all of us. I loved the sceneries of San Diego and the beaches around. i will surely bring my family to the places where i visited. pictures to follow

Alex + Rose E-Session @ San Diego & Orange County

What a day. Alex & Rose picked me up at Marriot Hotel where i stayed 2 nights in San Diego. This was our first meeting. Alex and Rose are our client whose wedding will be on December 1, 2006 at Queen of Peace, Bacolod and we booked them online as they are both based in United States. We started our E-Session at Balboa Park in San Diego California. Painters were around the area, inspired in doing their masterpiece as the place has great lights and incredible architectures. After Balboa Park we proceeded to Seaport Village for our lunch at Busters Restaurant. We had to relax for a while to gain energy for our next pictorial session at the Marina Bay Area. Our last stop was at Laguna Beach the favorite place of the couple. A very fantastic pictorial for lovers. i really really love the place as it is surrounded by different views, e.g. gorgeous gardens, fresh greeny treeas, rock formations, cliff and beaches. There were so many on-going pictorials (group pictures, engagement portrait and wedding formals) taken by both amateur and professional photographers. There I saw a famous photographer in Orange country Area by the name of Joe photo. He was also waiting for his client for a pictorial session. I got to talk to him while waiting for the sunset. Alex and Rose were so nice and a good mix. We had our dinner at Las Brisas Mexican Restaurant. They were really impressed with the outcome of our E-session when i showed them some of the photos. Ooops, guest what, we were seated at the same table where Kobe Bryant and his family are having dinner. Our dinner ended up with a lighted candle and a piece of cake as a gift given by out waiter Justin for their engagement session. After our dinner, i spent the night at Alex's house in Los Angeles