A Very Impromptu Product Shoot

It was quite a impromptu shoot.

A very impromptu shoot indeed. So we had to rush and make do with what we have on hand. Fortunately enough, we had enough equipment to make a rough-it-out lighting system and background for a product shoot.

Here’s our quick setup using what we could find at home. White sheet of paper and styrofoam. Two constant lights and a single flash with umbrella.

 

In total, we shot almost 100 products. It was supposedly rather straight forward. Set up the background and lights, prepare and arrange the product, then shoot. But as you can see from the photo, having to bend over the table to prepare and arrange the product for 8 hours straight was quite laborious.. and literally back breaking!

But all in all, we had a fun time photoshooting the products.

Peek a Boo!!!

We had a fun time photographing this lovely lass sometime back. We will update blog with some behind the scene photos of the photoshoot very soon :)

Flying Berjaya Air to Penang

*photo courtesy of Berjaya Air

We recently got an invitation from Berjaya Air to celebrate their new route to Penang. Jason and I loves flying just as much as we love Penang food, so an invitation like this is impossible for us to pass. So we took up the invitation immediately!

For your information, Berjaya Air flies to Penang 5 times daily! And right now until October 2013, you can fly to Penang on the new ATR 72-500 for as low as RM84 (or from a flyer included in our welcome bag it’s from RM98 nett). So what are you waiting for?! :)

*photo courtesy of Berjaya Air

General Manager of Berjaya Air, Ms Adelie Lee said, “Berjaya Air’s objective is to assist and cater more options for travelers in providing more flights to Penang Island especially during this coming Chinese New Year. We think that this is what we should contribute by providing more services in the airline industry for the people. Still holding to our motto “Your Getaway Airline”, we aim to generate new demand to various island and shore destinations in making affordable and quality getaway travel available to all”

Personally I have yet to fly in an ATR before. Surprisingly it was rather comfortable. And personally I think it’s more quiet compared to those jet powered aircraft like the 737 which is used by a certain budget airline.

Of course, previously we experienced a single propeller 4-seater light aircraft. Now that was REALLY fun.

Anyways, we took off from Subang Skypark. It was a very pleasant experience flying from Skypark. Firstly, the airport is just a short distance from Petaling Jaya or even the city centre. No need for a long 45 minute drives and all that. Then from check in to the departure lounge is just a minute’s walk away :)

Nina from Berjaya Air was present at the check in counter to ensure smooth check in and to see to our needs. Such a pleasant lady :) She was also with us when they hosted us at Pangkor. More on that to come soon.

That’s Jason sitting comfortably in the aircraft.

The aircraft itself it rather pleasant.

It’s a rather small aircraft but a very comfortable one. The photo above was taken from almost at the back of the aircraft. There’s also ample space in terms of seating position and leg room.

Oh.. and we have pillows!! No need to pay extra :)

Halfway through the flight, I saw this!!

We had refreshments :) Nothing much, but it’s a welcome treat!

A simple kaya bun with peanuts, water, juice and wet tissue/towel. A very nice breakfast to start the morning. Just nice to fill the empty tummy in the morning while waiting for the main breakfast in Penang!

On the way.. the view was magnificent!

Oh.. and look what we found..

Today’s Choices as the in-flight magazine! You might recognise the magazine from our previous blog post :)

We stayed a night there in Penang and had our craving for laksa, char kueh teow, and cendol satisfied!

Penang’s International Airport just recently underwent an overhaul. I have not been to this airport before, but apparently according to Jason, it’s a much better airport now. Much brighter, and more comfortable.

And we were on our way back to KL.

We would like to thank Berjaya Air for having us on your new route to Penang! It was a real welcome as we were actually discussing (and salivating) over Penang food just a couple of days prior to the invite :)

Do check out Berjaya Air’s other offers at their website https://www.berjaya-air.com/

Photographing Azlan

It’s been a while since we did this cover, but better late than never :)



Azlan Iskandar is known amongst many of being the coolest squash player around. He oozes sophistication on and off the courts, even during a photoshoot!



We had the amazing opportunity to photograph Azlan at the equally amazing rotating restaurant at KL Tower, Atmosphere 360.







The shots were taken for Today’s Choices magazine. Do check them out.



Thanks to the team from VMA who made all the necessary arrangement, making the shoot possible.



It was an interesting shoot! It was also a very interesting day as well, there were base jumpers doing their thing from the top of the tower!



It would be very interesting to be able to photograph these jumpers. Maybe we shall arrange something similar? Let’s see how it goes. In the mean time, do stay tune for updates from the latest photoshoot for Today’s Choices as well as an update from the recent trip to Pangkor and Penang!

Happy Chinese New Year 2013

Just not long before we celebrated the Year of 2013 and now is time for the Chinese New Year of the Snake. FingerOnShutter wishes to all our friends, family and the people that supported and believed in us GONG XI FA CHAI & Happy Chinese New Year . May all have a prosperous and healthy year and be blessed with immense happiness in this brand new year ahead.



HUAT ARRRrrrRRRrrrr........ =)

It’s 2013!

First of all.. Happy New Year 2013 to all our readers!

We wish that this new year brings to you guys the realisation of many dreams, hopes and wishes! :)

2012 was a year of many things. Some sad, some ‘kan cheong’ but mostly happy!



We decided that as photographers, we have a responsibility to our couples and clients. Although we do have in place contingency measures to avoid any unforeseen issues, we took it a step further this year and invested heavily into additional equipment, hardware and software to ensure we provide the best of us.



Ok, that’s not ENTIRELY ours. That is part of the gears used during the marathon photoshoot. The other half have gone home after a long hard morning.



That said, we did have many fun times through 2012. This include the many fun times we had working with fellow photographers in various projects including a very interesting job photographing a marathon event. You see, we were not newbies when it comes to photoshooting marathon, but this particular marathon required that each individual runner be photographed, and their photos renamed according to the bib number. That does not sound like much but when you return home with over 6000 photos, it was a real handful.

It was also during this marathon shoot that I personally discovered how effective a ‘headband’ was to prevent sweat going into my eyes. Even if the headband was an impromptu make-do from a hand towel.



Earlier in 2012, we were given the honour of being in the panel of judges for a photography competition organised by Ryokan Chic Hostels.



And we met the legendary Joe McNally and his shadow Drew…



As well as the equally renowned Zack Arias.



Not forgetting the various weddings and awesome couples we have the honour of being their wedding photographers.



And last but not least, we did a tie up with a local media company whose dynamic team brought to Malaysians Today’s Choices magazine. Check them out at their facebook page or their webpage.



We work hand in hand with each other. So far we have done a few covershots for their magazine. Oh.. and a media trip to a tropical island nearby.



Stay tuned for more updates of our work (and play) with them soon.

Well, I guess that sums up 2012 in a very small nutshell. :)

We will try to update this blog more often to keep you updated with what we are up to. In the mean time, do not hesitate to drop us line or two. Even just to say hi! :)

Photographing Patricia K

We recently had the opportunity to photograph the sizzling Patricia for a local lifestyle magazine, Today’s Choice. People like Patricia is always on a tight schedule, and being in a tight schedule often make people cranky, but not Patricia. Her warm personality and ability to connect with people around her made the photoshoot much easier than anticipated. Of course, the peeps at VMA were very accommodating and pleasant to work with as well.

You can pick up Today’s Choice at selected various locations like Starbucks and Coffee Bean, Dome and Chawan, gyms, and other restaurants. The magazine is also now part of the inflight magazine for Berjaya Air.



Patricia is a well known DJ, especially in the local music industry with a stunning talent to spin interesting beats and a very nice lady with a big heart.

Here are some of the ‘behind the scene’ shots during the photoshoot.





While we were busy setting up the ‘studio’, our resident make up artist, Alexis, was hard at work..







Direct to Macbook for maximum reviewing.



A shy Patricia?… nah!! .. just fooling around :)



The VMA team was rather hands on as well.



Checking outcome of the photoshoot to ensure that everything jives. Here, Jason seems to be explaining how to hold a kaya bun for maximum grip without sacrificing ‘biting spots’.



Patricia also likes to get involve…



Hmm.. I wonder what were they looking at to have that kind of response from Patricia.



Our resident make up artist, Alexis, also wanted to ensure that she has done a fine job. Well, Alexis, you did a marvellous job! Most of the time she was hogging the Macbook to ensure that the make up is spot on, and to see if there’s any need for a touch up or two.

So, should you require make up service, do contact Alexis. You can find her contact information HERE.

BTW, anyone notice the team shirt? :)

We certainly had a fun time photography Patricia. And thanks to the team at VMA who made this possible, and also thanks for the lovely dinner :)

There’s more projects and shoots to come. So stay tuned.