Purple Shooting Angel

On fashion Bloggers and Putting on Make Up on Myself

2012-04-24T13:06:00.001+08:00

It was a pretty boring Monday, I was too lazy to do anything so I just browsed anything in the web, checked facebook and searched for some interesting summer trends til I found the fab local fashion blogs. The blogs were all eye candy, I spent almost 5 hours going back and forth from one blog to another. Here's a list of my favorites;

http://trustme-itsparadise.blogspot.com

http://www.hello-rio.com/

http://www.kryzuy.com/
http://itscamilleco.com/

http://www.thewalkingrecessionista.com

http://itspatriciaprieto.com/

http://monbeaumonde.wordpress.com/

http://blog.triciagosingtian.com/

http://www.lissakahayon.com/

I soo adore how well they dress up and how they can pull off outfits I never thought would look great. Looking at their photographs made me inspired to make my own fashion blog. But.. I can't even maintain this one blog so what makes creating another one any different (my idea totally contradicting myself)? Oh well, maybe I'll have more time soon (hopeful)..

Anyway, because I was getting computer eye strains already I had to force myself to stand up and do something else (one boring day, I know). And because I haven't really practiced after I took lessons on basic make up, I put out my make up and brushes and started painting my face. In all fairness, I was surprised I turned out pretty so I guess I've learned something from that make up class after all.:-)

So that's my one boring Monday, a day that ended up not so boring anymore..

♥ Purple P

Manila Bay (Early) dinner Cruise - 60's Style

2012-04-09T14:49:00.000+08:00

I got 10 Cruise Vouchers from http://www.pakyaw.com.ph/ thinking I could celebrate my 29th birthday with my closest friends cruising Manila Bay. Regular cruise price at P500 and pakyaw.com offered at 60% off so it was worth the buy. Due to time constraint though, I pushed the plan back. It was in January (when the validity of the vouchers are about to expire) when we decided to do it - taking the earliest schedule so we'll be on board when the sun sets.

Because I love themes, I imposed that we dress up 1960's style. And so we did.. I wasn't expecting that it'll be so grand with the 1 hour tour and set dinner. But, it's not everyday that we get to have dinner in a cruise ship while watching a beautiful sunset so I shall say the P188/pax was worth it.

You may check Sun Cruises for the daily schedule or call (632) 834-6857 to 58 or 527-5555

Mr & Ms Catwalk Rizal - Goth wear

2012-04-09T09:12:00.002+08:00

Mr & Ms Catwalk Rizal - formal wear

2012-04-09T04:33:00.001+08:00

Glamorous Goths

2011-12-23T13:00:00.000+08:00

Models : Darlene Santos
Rose Ann Santillan
MJ Mejillano
HMUA: Aryan
Stylist: Teresa Bautista

Location: Paco Cemetery

Enid and Ryan's Prenup Shoot

2011-12-21T13:46:00.003+08:00

Aside from being a part of Enid and Ryan's wedding entourage, they invited me to join their prenup photoshoot too! So who's the lucky one? ME!!:-)

Everything Random: September 14, I remember..

2011-12-21T13:29:00.000+08:00

Everything Random: September 14, I remember..: I was feeling so depressed since yesterday but I couldn't figure out where it's coming from.. It's not until now that I realized it's Septem...

My Marikina Photowalk

2011-12-21T11:15:00.000+08:00

I live in nearby Marikina City so I am very much familiar of the place.. I used to work in Riverbanks so I get to go around the vicinity.. I have a lot of good friends who live there, I do my "pamalengke" at their public market, I sometimes jog at the Sports Center or "sa may ilog" and avail of any services from there despite having a different zip code (since I live in Pasig)

I adore Marikina much.. The well disciplined people, the clean wet market, and the feeling of safety whenever I'm there so when I was invited to have a Photo walk, I did not think twice about joining. Here are a few photographs I took to show how lovely the city is..

You may visit Marikina City's website at: http://www.marikina.gov.ph/

Ilocos Photo Shoot - Lee Ann Marco

2011-12-21T10:07:00.001+08:00

Roe Empleo's Portrait's and Places

Portraiture and Landscape Shoot

Ilocos, Philippines

August 28-29, 2010

Locations: Cape Bojoeador Light House, Bangui Windmills, Curimao, Kapurpurawan and Paoay Church

Model: Lee Ann Marco

Photographer: Purple Shooting Angel

October 26, 2011

2011-10-31T10:21:00.000+08:00

A wonderful journey of LOVE, of SILENCE, of BLISS..

On becoming a vegetarian and an Indian Princess all in one day..

A one Happy Birthday!

Oh My Sunrise!

2011-10-11T07:58:00.002+08:00

The sunrise yesterday was extra adorable. I don't get much of it lately so I didn't let the

moment pass without taking a photograph..

with my Nikon D3000 and Diana Edelweiss 75mm lens

First Attempt on Lomography

2011-10-11T07:47:00.001+08:00

LOMOGRAPHY is much more interesting than Digital because you get unpredictable and surprising results. Indeed true.. My first attempt with Diana Edelweiss and 3 rolls 120mm Fuji Reala Exposed Films was indeed surprising, but not really in a good way. :-( More than three fourths of the rolls were literally exposed so these are the only better photographs I got.

Don't get me wrong, I love lomo and I want to be good at it. Although I initially decided to stick to digital since film photography can get expensive (and I suck on it anyway), I'm changing my mind.. I know I'll get better in time. :-)

walking towards the shore of San Juan Beach resort in La Union

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse, Ilocos Norte

view from the lighthouse

Fully Booked, with a bunch of photographers for the DP's event

Serendra

Up in Baguio City

Sunset at Boracay

Somewhere you could have a life, the beach.. (Boracay)

just a phase

Haloed Pio

I can’t stop eating chocolates!

2011-04-06T11:56:00.001+08:00

It’s been 2 months of jogging and dieting in preparation for the foreseen beach trips this summer but I’m starting to fail again. My Tete (aunt) who has just recently returned home from abroad left our fridge with too much chocolates and I can’t stop eating them! Talking about getting fab and fit for summer.. fail! Tsk tsk

2011-03-24T10:19:00.001+08:00

Photo Coverage: Kathlyn Mae's 18th Birthday
Marquinton Garden Terraces, Marikina City

My First Boracay Experience

2011-03-16T09:12:00.003+08:00

I love going to the beach but never did I include Boracay on my list. So when Teepee booked the plane ticket, I was excited with the thought of beaching but not the place itself. Boracay is overly advertised and with a lot of party people so I was not expecting a serene and stress free trip. Oh well, that was my fair share of impression until I actually found myself in the famous Island..

Boracay is LOVE. That's all I have to say about our vacay. The 4 days were amazing! We enjoyed the heat, the white sand, the food and everything about the the place! Yes, it may be crowded and over rated but now I know why they always go back.. Boracay is the perfect place to be.. :-)

Ilocos Photo Shoot - Libby Gy Panaligan

2011-02-24T11:20:00.001+08:00

Roe Empleo's Portrait's and Places

Portraiture and Landscape Shoot

Ilocos, Philippines

August 28-29, 2010

Locations: Cape Bojoeador Light House, Bangui Windmills, Curimao, Kapurpurawan and Paoay Church

Model: Libby Gy Panaligan

Photographer: Purple Shooting Angel

Ilocos Photo Shoot - Maryvel Soriano

2011-02-20T06:15:00.031+08:00

Roe Empleo's Portraits and Places

Portraiture and Landscape Shoot

Ilocos, Philippines

August 28-29, 2010

Locations: Cape Bojoeador Light House, Bangui Windmills, Curimao and Paoay Church

Model: Maryvel Soriano

Photographer: Purple Shooting Angel

Saturday Food Trip in Marikina: Casa Feliz and Cafe Lidia

2011-02-12T09:18:00.011+08:00

Cafe Lidia in Calumpang, Marikina City has good reviews from blogs and was recommended by my friend Sam. When Gela and I went there that Saturday though, we found out that it opens at 11:00 AM. It was just 8:30 AM so we decided to just go to Casa Feliz hoping it's open. Luckily it was..

Casa Feliz Cakes and Pastries is in Concepcion, Marikina City. Since their name says pastries, we were expecting cakes and perhaps coffee only. Surprisingly, they also serve rice meals, sisig, pizza, pasta and more. The place is very laid back. They have a nice setting with a pond and great interiors and exteriors.

Aside from the good food and ambiance, what amazed me the most was their deaf mute waiters. They may have not spoken anything while they served food but definitely a smile from the heart said it all..

So ok, after that tasty late breakfast, we went to SM Marikina to buy some stuff. Perhaps Gela and I didn't want to end the day without trying out the food in Cafe Lidia. And because strolling and window shopping made us hungry again, we headed back to Calumpang where the Cafe is located.

The cafe welcomed us with the aroma of coffee. I caught myself smiling with the array of cakes while heading to our table. The setting was cozy and low lit, making it conducive for a "me time". We ordered penne in tomato and beef lasagna and had two different chocolate cakes. It was a sumptuous meal at a very affordable price so overall the dining experience was great. Too bad i didn't take much photos as i could. And this i say to Cafe Lidia, we shall return..

Casa Feliz Contact Details:

ADDRESS: 95 Rainbow St.Hacienda HeightsConception Dos, Marikina City, Philippines

TELEPHONE NUMBER: (632) 933-6653

EMAIL ADDRESS: casafelizcakesnpastries@gmail.com

WEBSITE: http://www.casafelizcakes.com/

Cafe Lidia Contact Details:

ADDRESS: #64 Calderon St. Calumpang, Marikina City, Philippines

TELEPHONE NUMBER: (632) 647-7606

EMAIL ADDRESS: cafe_lidia@yahoo.com

Shoot at Mav's

2011-01-09T10:30:00.006+08:00

We went to Mavie's place to shoot their Image of Mama Mary before it was brought to Rome (if I'm not mistaken). Staj was the official photographer while I played around to shoot anything there, including the photographers..

Baguio Nude Photo Shoot

2011-01-08T17:35:00.016+08:00

Right after covering Eder's younger sister's18th Birthday, I immediately headed home, grabbed my gear and packed for Baguio City. I was lucky enough to catch the 12MN Victory Liner's Deluxe bus so around 4:30 early morning I was already adoring the Baguio City Lights.

Mav, Majjo, Staj, Jet and Chris, my FPPF classmates on the other hand were busy looking for models with my good friend Keds while I was on the road. They were fortunate to find one.. (Super thanks Keds for heping us out, too bad I didn't get to meet up with you then.)

When I arrived at Mav's Rest House in Bakakeng, they were all awake and just like me, they didn't get any sleep too. Lights were set up in the basement while the model was prepping up. After a stick or 2 of cigarettes, we started capturing every angle of Yuri's body in that cold early Sunday morning.

The photographers didn't mind the freezing cold weather and the lack of sleep at all. It was almost everyone's first time to shoot nude so the excitement overpowered the tiredness (except for Majjo who managed sleep anywhere she could rest her head. :-))

It was a Beautiful Sunday and I shall say that even if I spent money rather than earning a few because I ditched a paid photo coverage (scheduled that day) for this shoot, I didn't care.

This was another short yet fun-filled Baguio trip. The place never fails me..

Location: Mav's Rest House Bakakeng, Baguio City

Model: Yuri

Hair and Make Up: Yuri and Mav

behind the scenes

the resthouse

Side Trip in Baguio after Surfin' L.U.

2010-11-08T15:22:00.010+08:00

La Union is just an hour and a half drive going to Baguio so my siblings and I took advantage of it. We left after lunch and arrived in the City of Pines at 3 in the afternoon. We didn't stroll and go to all the tourists spots because we didn't have much time.. A short but fun trip!

4.19.2010

Location: Baguio City (SM Baguio,Tam-awan Village, Baguio Cathedral, The Mansion, Mines View and PNKY cafe)

Surfing in La Union!

2010-11-07T07:48:00.006+08:00

Our First Surf Trip

April 2010

San Juan Beach Resort

Location: Urbiztondo, San Fernando, La Union

A not so Holy Week in Bicol

2010-11-07T07:08:00.006+08:00

The entire time I was in Oas, I was asleep so these photos are not Holy Week's events but taken during my rare awake moments.

Holy Week Vacation 2010

Location: Oas, Albay

Maegan's 18th Birthday

2010-11-06T10:13:00.006+08:00

03.31.2010

My First Event

Location: OASIS

My First Award in Photography

2010-10-14T12:04:00.006+08:00

Yahoo! I didn't expect it, but yeah I won 3RD PLACE in STILL LIFE category in FPPF's Basic Photography Class. So Happy!

Click the link below to view story;

http://photoworldmanila.com/2010/03/winners-batch-6-february-21-march-21-2010/

My winning Photograph! It may be boring as it looks, but glass is the most difficult to shoot, my mentors say.. If you look at it closely, its shape, contours and its glow were captured perfectly so the jugdes who were professional photographers and artists chose this. Or yeah maybe.. I am just assuming! hehe!

The Top Ten Winners, Still Life Category

Still Life Winners (L-R): Rolando Bulan Jr. 5th Place, Katrina Ricafrente 3rd Place, Neo Bondoc 1st Place, Nikki Rosales 2nd Place and Eric Tejada 4th Place.