..and here comes Gin Blossoms

High alert mode after hearing the news that one of rock music’s more famous bands was going to have their concert here. We were able to get the tickets weeks ahead before the scheduled date they were set to play at Waterfront.  I can pretty much relate to their music since I had been listening to their pieces way back in high school. I guess this would come out that I'm not that young anymore now. haha. Anyway, I didn't bring my dslr because the hotel has always been strict to prohibit the audience from bringing one before so I just had to ask from Lyndon for his ever reliable Canon Powershot.  I had been borrowing this way beforeI got myself a toy.
 Front acts were Farenheight 43 and Sandwich. Farenheight 43's from Australia and described their music as being "acoustic college pop-rock", comparing their sound to Goo Goo Dolls and Switchfoot. Their influences include Angels & Airwaves, Paramore, Mayday Parade and John Mayer. They played one of their famous songs, "The Rescue" and "Angels Lullaby". There were not a lot of people yet in the front row seats since it was just around 7 at that time when they hit the stage.  Still, we were glad to see them perform.  I downloaded a couple of their songs when I got home.

They were cool enough to stay at the lobby after the show to greet their fans and agreed to have pictures taken with them.

Richie: Vocalist, Gemma: Guitarist, Grant: Bass, and Elmo (cute guy beside me, hehe): Drummer

For Sandwich, their music has much evolved overtime from heavy and underground sounds like grunge, hard rock, and rap-rock from their early albums to a more youthful and dynamic music since “Five On The Floor".  They entertained us with "Sugod" and "Betamax".

Last but definitely not the least would have to be Gin Blossoms.  Opening act was was "Follow You Down".  Everyone went berserk to this and started clapping.  Their latest album, No Chocolate Cake, went out last Sept 2010.  They played their songs alternately from their 90's hits and the ones from their new album.

Special casts, my friends:

Left to Right/ Top to Bottom: Lyra & Stephen <3, Sheila, Mhec2x, Charisse
Andrew, Lyra-Mhec-Reynald, Suzette, Adylyx, Marjorie & Reynald

Everyone had a great time with the concert and with the company of each other.

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Where the Dead Sleeps and the Undead Weeps

October 5

It was a very stressful Tuesday at the office with a lot of deadlines and issues to attend to.  If it comes to a point that my mind couldn't think straight anymore, I need to divert my attention to something else. I missed photography.  I used to take pictures every single day even when I was just inside my room, lying on my bed. Then it hit me - why not have a photo shoot with having my coworkers as subject?  I emailed everyone in my department if they are game to have a black and red motif photo shoot at the cemetery. I was skeptical that they will like it, maybe find it a little too weird. Surprisingly, they all went berserk with the idea because they haven't tried it before and Halloween was fast approaching, just in time for a goth theme. A lot went shopping for costumes for days & others made their props from scratch – Yes, Internet usage rose, sleep was deprived, and many took their leave credits. Did I mention that even those who had resigned were game enough to help out and join the session.

IT WAS INSANE!!!

October 22 8:15 PM

I was about to prepare my things to bring to the office for the shoot but then power shortage happened where everything was pitch black.  Of all the days, this had to happen! I didn't have a choice but to wait - I needed to make sure that the props, make up, costume, and my beloved camera were intact.  I wanted everything to be perfect - after all, this was my concept.

October 23 4:00 AM

There was a lot of commotion already where everyone's googling the make up and the looks they wanted to achieve.  I on the other hand got work up to my sleeves since one of my associates was absent. Though I was excited for the shoot, I had to make sure that work at the office wouldn't get affected.

A couple of hours after, everyone was ready except me since I had to do most of their make up.  I had to finish mine in the car.  We went to this public cemetery near SM where it was just accessible to everyone.  It was a great day, no cloud in the sky.  It had been constantly raining for days and so light was perfect to complement the shoot.  I told everyone that I needed their full cooperation.  Whatever I say that they must do should be done asap.  After all, 20 subjects against 1 was no joke. 

Here are some low resolution photos during the shoot:

Here's almost about everyone doing the wacky pose. 

That's me in the middle doing the double peace sign :P

I will never forget this day – my first ever photo shoot concept. Pressure was everywhere especially on my part where I became an instant makeup artist, props maker, director, and photographer/ model rolled into one – After which, I ended up sleeping 16hrs straight.

As I've said before, you guys were crazy and I love you!!!

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