Urbanization

 Credits

Model : Nadine

Assistant : Mahira

I went through my archive and decided that I wanted to dig up some photos from a shoot done about three years ago. It gave me a chance to go through photos that I may have missed out and give them the look that I actually wanted to at the time but did not know how. I shot these with my old faithful Canon EOS 1000D with the EF-S 18-55mm kit lens. Lighting was done with a lot of help from Mahira holding up a reflector. The shots remind me of how extremely hot the location was. Credits to Nadine for not even complaining about it as much as we were. Lol.

Try to get the best out of your equipment; be it a cheap or expensive camera by learning its functions in depth. Once you know what you're doing, you can concentrate all your efforts on making great pictures. I have always considered technique and execution to play an important role in photography. It ties the other important factors like lighting, subject, and background of a photograph together.

No amount of editing in Photoshop can turn a badly taken photo into something even worthy of a professional standard. It is important to put more effort into getting everything right straight out of the camera first, and then use Photoshop to complete the look of the image if you must. I tend to envision my edits even before the shoot. Editing is part of the creative process, it depends on what the photographer wants to achieve.

Miss Earth Sabah 2011 Final

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here are some exclusive photos from the Miss Earth Sabah 2011 Final at the 1Borneo Grand Ballroom on the 11th June 2011. Olivia Vun Kai Li was crowned the new Miss Earth Sabah 2011 while Vanessa Samantha Manih, Kieren Laurent Simon, and Crystel Eve Hominodun made it to the top four. Also present at the event were Appey Rowena, the winner of Miss Earth Malaysia 2010 and also May Salitah Naru Kiob, the winner of Miss Earth Sabah 2010.

The Miss Earth 2011 event was organized by Mandy Nandu Events MNE who worked tirelessly throughout the entire competition. There were song performances from various artists like Marsha Milan Londoh and Datuk DJ Dave, and other local artists. Other performances include a riveting drama about the dangers of destroying nature and using up natural resources as well as an electrifying popping dance performance by Steve Johnson Charlotte. 

Throughout the night, the 12 finalists were put through their paces modelling bikini's, self-made Eco dresses, and evening gowns. The top 7 were chosen by the judges and were subjected to a tough question and answer session. The judges then made their final decision and passed the results to the emcee who revealed the runner ups and the winner.

Congratulations to Olivia Vun Kai Li for winning first place and to all the finalists for their terrific effort!

Miss Earth Sabah 2011 Talent Show

 The finalists of Miss Earth Sabah 2011 performed in a special appearance talent show last Saturday, 4th June at the 1 Borneo Atrium. It was a good show, where the finalists showcased their talents in singing and dancing. The Final will be held at the 1 Borneo Grand Ballroom on 11th June.

There are many more photos of the event but there are too many to post here so I will post them on Facebook. By the way, I redesigned my watermark :) With a little help earlier on from Joanna.