Paris le Jour (Collab with Ave Royd and Aileen Clarisse)

Hello everyone! How's your week going? Here's a quick post on another collab photo shoot with my dear friends.

When we were in Paris, we had a few hours to spare before our dreamy dinner cruise along the River Seine. With that, Ai, Ave and I decided to do an impromptu photo shoot. Who wouldn't? Everyone dreams of a photo shoot in the streets of Paris, so we took advantage since we're there anyway.

Europe Tour 2012 Travel Blog: Germany

Finally doing my travel blog entry after 1 month of being back here in the Philippines. I have to warn you thought that there will be tons of photos to see in this blog and as much as I would like to trim it further, there are really memories that you can't help but share. :)

Picturesque spots in Germany

Let's Go Vintage (ACGC Europe Tour 2012 Photoshoot

I'm not sure if I mentiond this but the Ateneo College Glee Club is coming back to Europe to compete in the European Grand Prix for Choral Music. Last May 2011, the ACGC won the Grand Prize in Varna, Bulgaria, qualifying them to the EGP 2012. EGP is like the FIFA of Choral World and one of the most prestigious choral competitions in the whole world.

I just want to make sure that you know the reason behind this shoot. And of course, to tell the world how proud I am of my ACGC family. Choral groups are not as aprreciated here in the Philippines and hopefully someday, Filipinos will know of the rich choral music tradition we have. We do have a lot of award-winning choirs here in the Philippines: Ateneo College Glee Club of course, Philippine Madrial Singers, Ateneo Chamber Singers, Imusicapella, UST Singers, UP Singing Ambassadors, Loboc Children's Choir  to name a few. 

Anyway, enough with the geeky choral (yes, I'm a choral geek) stuff. Ave, Miggi and I made sure that the photoshoot this year will be more "Bongga" since this is indeed a big year for the group. Last year's theme was Spring Glow (Click Here) so we promised that this year's theme will be very contrasting. On the way to our 1st meeting, I saw Bruno Mars's billboard ad for Bench. I fell in love with the shades  of brown. Perfect peg! Then Ave said that we could do vintage since Bruno Mar's campaign has that vibe. Miggi agreed with our proposal and added more elements to the idea. We initially wanted a "Vintage Travellers" theme but the logistics will be more difficult since we'll be needing old big luggage to recreate the effect. After costume inspections and online research, here are the final photos.

Below are the groups shots of each voice section and committee. My traincase has a cameo in the Alto 1 photo. Hihi! Even without the elaborate props, we still achieved our vision for the shoot. Galing mo Ave!

 

The boys (Clockwise: Tenor 1, Bass 2, Tenor 2, Bass 1)

Ateneo College Glee Club: European Tour 2011 Photoshoot

That day, the Ateneo College Glee Club European Tour Cast was scheduled to have a photoshoot with my talented friend, Ave Royd Santiago. Instead of the usual boring-looking-choir photos, Ave and I conceptualized a fresher and more youthful theme for this shoot. And luckily, the ExeCom approved our proposal. Check out the final group photos:

No, I did not do everyone's makeup. I was actually set to do my own since I want them to learn and be more independent(especially the BOYS). Haha! But sometimes, you just can't resist them. The MUA in me will always give in to their requests. Here are some of the people who requested for my help:

Another great work by Ave Royd! Can you imagine doing that much shots and post-processing them as well? The Glee Club never went wrong on choosing Ave for this job. It was all meant to happen because after a few months, he was also chosen to join the group in Europe as Production Manager. Which reminds me... visit his amazing Project 81 blog. This blog documents the Glee Club's 81-day tour around Europe. You'll feel like you were there with us! :)

Speaking of the ACGC! I think this is the best time to promote.

In celebration of its 90th year anniversary,
the Ateneo de Manila College Glee Club
cordially invites you to

HANDOG
The ACGC European Tour Homecoming Concert
featuring selections from the concert and competition repertoire

July 30, 2011, Saturday
Gates open at 6PM. Concert starts at 6:30PM

Tickets are sold at P450 (P250 for students and PCDA members)

I assure you that this is worth your every penny. This is also your way to show your support for the group on the European Grand Prix Competition April 2012! We hope to see you there!