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Joanne and Joshua – Solemnization

szelee (online) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 03:39:34 +0000

Had a great time documenting the joyous solemnization of Joanne and Joshua in Shangri-La Hotel recently. Sharing some of my favourite pictures here.

Makeup and hairstyling by Jovie from TheLittleBrush Makeup.

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Celine and Nicolas – Solemnization

szelee (online) — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 02:00:24 +0000

I have had an amazing time with Celine and Nicolas. While the sweet and gentle Celine is a Singaporean, Nicholas is a charming and humorous Mauritian Chinese who can easily pass as a local Singaporean from the way he speaks. We had some spare time to take outdoor pictures before their solemnization in Shin Yeh. They are such a great couple to work with.

Makeup and hairstyling by Jovie from TheLittleBrush Makeup.

Not unlike a retro studio shot. And it took a less than a minute to sneak in and out of this place and grab a shot.

Mum was touched to tears.

Celine examining the sweet little cupcakes.

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June and Tri – Pre-Wedding

szelee (online) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 14:55:03 +0000

I still remember heavy rain poured consecutively days prior to the shoot. As it turned out, there was only a brief drizzle in the morning on that day. What followed was a day of great weather, fun-filled photoshoot and a lovely couple.

As cliche as it may sound, I shall let the pictures share the remaining story of the day. Makeup and hairstyling by Jovie from TheLittleBrush.

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Serene and Dino

szelee (online) — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 03:20:50 +0000

Serene’s happiness on her wedding day with Dino can be truly felt from her radiant smile throughout the day. And I am truly grateful to have the pleasure to document their big day.

Some of my favorite highlights from the day. More in the slideshow and facebook.

Redefining “hot” with medicated oil.

Or better not

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Karen and Jeff

szelee (online) — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 07:35:23 +0000

Even after a month, I can still recall those moments vividly. The beautiful piano pieces played by the bride’s best friend, the vow exchange that was filled with passion, the touching speech dedicated to the bride’s mum. Also the the love, hugs, kisses and laughters showered by families and friends who flew in from all over to attend the very special day of Karen and Jeff.

It is indeed my honor to be part of your special day. Congratulations to Karen and Jeff.

Bride’s makeup and hairstyling by TheLittleBrush.

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Ix and Agnes

szelee (online) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:02:29 +0000

Both interior designers, Ix and Agnes met up with him a few months ago after stumbling upon his blog. Their easy-going characters made his job easier, not to mention the equally fun-loving brothers and sisters.

After the usual morning gate-crashing and ceremonies, they spent a limited but fruitful amount of time in Marina Barrage for some outdoor photo taking. Solemnization ceremony and dinner ensued in My Humble House at The Esplanade.

Sharing many of his favorite pictures here. Wishing Ix and Agnes a blissful marriage.

Bridal makeup by TheLittleBrush.

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Terence and Grace

szelee (online) — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 15:49:59 +0000

Perhaps the tallest groom he has met to date, Terence is a charming and friendly guy who treats everyone with great hospitality. And Grace is an equally fun-loving bride. Been a great pleasure to cover their wedding, and wishing them a a life of marital bliss.

Makeup by thelittlebrush. More pictures in slideshow.

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Yit Ming and Chooi Cheang

szelee (online) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 13:08:44 +0000

Yit Ming and Chooi Cheang had a fairly relax and intimate wedding in Mandarin Oriental Hotel Singapore. Skipping the usual gatecrash session, the preparation started early in the afternoon at a comfortable pace. Surrounded by close friends and families travel from all over the region, their solemnization and wedding dinner was filled with lots of warm wishes and laughters.

Many favourite pictures to share. More in slideshow.

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Gordon and Jocelyn

szelee (online) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:25:01 +0000

A week after their solemnization, Gordon and Jocelyn had their transnational customary wedding across the border (actually, just between Woodlands and JB only lah). The joy of taking pictures for your good friend’s wedding – you watched and joined the actual fun without getting sabo-ed like the rest of the groom’s entourage. Also got to meet up with many familiar faces from Temasek Hall during the lunch.

Heartiest congratulations to Gordon and Jocelyn!

Bridal makeup by thelittlebrush.

Check out some highlights. More on facebook and slideshow.

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Jerry and Claudine – Solemnization

szelee (online) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:05:58 +0000

The following morning after Gordon’s solemnization was yet another similar coverage. Jerry and Claudine chose to have their solemnization ceremony in Mandai Orchid Garden, a place most people might have missed/noticed on their way to the Singapore Zoo. Amongst the lush greenery and beautiful orchids, it offered an unique experience closer to the Mother Nature, away from hustle and bustle of city life.

Had a blast with the lovely couple, together with their equally fun friends. Some highlights to sum up the event. More in slideshow and facebook.

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Jia Yeong and Li Lian – Casual Outdoor

szelee (online) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 10:17:39 +0000

Not that he ever did anything like this before, but there’s always a first time.

Dropped an email and Jia Yeong immediately agreed. Exchanged some ideas and suggestions in between. Three months later, they were out on an adventure.

Roamed around Chinatown area. They were like a group of tourists exploring the place. To say the weather was hot is an understatement. But perhaps because of that, there was less people around. After a tea break at Pacific Coffee, they proceeded to the Punggol Beach, a place none of them have been to.

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Gordon and Jocelyn – Solemnization

szelee (online) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 03:05:49 +0000

20th September 2009. 20-09-2009. Few friends even took some time to realize why Gordon and Jocelyn chose this date for their solemnization.

No surprise, she was the makeup artist for Jocelyn.

While he’s not the official photographer this time (he will be, a week later though), it’s hard to keep him still when he brought a camera along.

Some snapshots to share. More in slideshow and facebook.

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Singapore Zoo 2009

szelee (online) — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 15:18:07 +0000

Dad loves animals and Mum enjoys helping Dad taking care of then. Since small, there were always new family members coming in and going out. Birds, dogs, fishes, tortoises and rabbits – to name a few. Those days, weekend family outings usually involved making trip to Dad’s favorite shops around the town that sell all sorts of pets.

Surprisingly, they have never been to any zoo together. Thanks to his uncle, the first attempt somehow landed them in Jurong Bird Park back when they first visited Singapore. The second attempt in Melaka strangely ended up in the Malacca Crocodile Farm instead of zoo because Dad couldn’t find his way.

So after 29 years, the son brought the parents to the zoo instead. His second trip there actually, but it’s free this time courtesy of company’s welfare.

Just Mum, Yun Xin and the late Ah Meng. Dad didn’t want any photos taken. Like father like son, they said.

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Andy and Siew Yuen

szelee (online) — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 22:35:54 +0000

Despite having the morning venue changed at the eleventh hour, everything still turned up well on the big day of Andy and Siew Yuen (which also happened to be Mother’s Day). The morning session was a fun-filled fetch-the-bride session ensued by challenging logistics (under heavy rain for a while) between Yishun, Tampines and Sengkang. Dinner was held in The Legends Fort Canning Park.

It’s been a pleasure covering the event. Congratulations to Andy and Siew Yuen.

As usual, will let the pictures do the talking. More at the slideshow page.

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Shang Ping and Gim Cheng – Solemnization

szelee (online) — Sun, 17 May 2009 15:00:23 +0000

To say that Shang Ping is one of the nicest person he has ever worked with does not seem to do much justice to the guy. Anyway, when Mr Nice Guy approached him to take some photos for his solemnization lunch, he accepted the task gladly.

The lunch took place in Peony Jade Restaurant in Clarke Quay. It was a casual and relaxing afternoon affair with close friends and relatives.

It was also probably the most fun photo shoot he has taken so far, because there were so many adorable kids around.

After the lunch, they proceeded to the nearby Fort Canning Park for some extra photo taking. The day ended with a tea-break in Park Mall’s Dome.

More pictures available in the slideshow.

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Scott and Allyson

szelee (online) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:32:38 +0000

It started months ago, with him browsing through CS forum threads and chanced upon Junie’s ROM photos. Long story short; one thing led to another. Fast forward to last Saturday night, he found himself in Four Seasons Hotel’s West Room.

It was a simple, cosy and relaxing wedding engagement dinner. Allyson was as bubbly and friendly as he had imagined prior to the meeting. For a bride who donned glasses throughout the whole event while looking fabulous, she was a rare sight. Together with Scott, a suave gentleman, they make a perfect couple.

Upon the insistence of the bride, the camera man also enjoyed the sumptuous buffet with great delight. He shared the same table with the Junie, her fiance and many HCJC alumnus he didn’t know (including a lovely 93.3 FM DJ to whom he sat next to).

Click here for slideshow. Some of his favorites below.

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Jalan-jalan Singapura

szelee (online) — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 09:12:50 +0000

Some old, some recent; some day, some night; some indoor, some outdoor; some colorful, some monochrome; some street, some landscape.

Jalan-jalan Singapura.

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Singapore River Festival 2008 – Legenda Singapura

szelee (online) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 05:58:46 +0000

As part of the Singapore River Festival 2008, the Legenda Singapura held in front of The Central is an hour-long journey of music, dance and puppetry, showcasing Singapore River’s colourful heritage and its transformation into a modern metropolis. The fact that Jovie was involved in the makeup for the dancers has auto-included him to lug his camera and arrive at the scene on a lazy Saturday evening.

The performance was mesmerizing with a mixture of multiracial, traditional and modern dances and spectacular lighting. Instead of the usual 50mm 1.8, he experimented with his 55-250mm IS on ISO 800 this time.

The bubbly dancer to whom she performed makeup on. That mole was self added.

The Singa has been creatively adapted with a lion-dance. Even a cook sneaked out of kitchen to watch.

Sang Nila Utama and the gayish peacock he met.

Yellow.

“Check out my headdress!“

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Virgin roll

szelee (online) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 06:25:21 +0000

Finally, he got his new toy during the CNY (thanks Xiao Man, thanks Ah Jia). Two weeks later, with a roll of Fujicolor Pro 160S, he went for a walk with her (she brought her 3Lens Robot) around Bugis last Saturday. In less than 3 hours, he popped the cherry on his Holga 120 CFN with 12 shots.

Could have done better. But then they say, don’t think just shoot.

Well, some of the better ones:

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