Last May, I had the opportunity to finally shoot in London for a couple. I travel to London quite a bit (mainly for the football) but have never done a shoot there. Both Sze Ern and Vivien studied in England. Doing the shoot here was meaningful for them. For me it was a rediscovery of London. this was a really memorable trip for me. Sze Ern and Vivien are a truly awesome couple.
We are extremely happy and delighted to be able to share this with all of you.
In many ways, this is a first for us all. Janice Wong, who owns and runs the very creative and successful 2am:dessertbar in Holland Village has published her very first recipe book, offering all of us an insight into how she prepares her dishes and more importantly her thoughts on desserts and cooking.
She first approached me with her idea about 3 months ago and I was truly excited to be given this opportunity to work with her. I consider her a dear friend and I understand what this means to her. Janice is a lot about and for giving. She shares what she learns and she is excited about it. Art plays a big part in her life and her dishes represents that. However, more than that, she incorporates art into many other aspects of her work and her life, like loving to paint and using her paintings as settings for her desserts.
This book is also a first for me and I would have never imagined my first photo book to be one of a recipe book. I always love shooting living beings and this was quite a step away. However, knowing Janice and understanding her, I truly see life and movement in her works. Besides, we agreed that the dishes would be real and as they are, free from anything artificial and that I meant I could sample the desserts as I shoot! Ha. Although not a deal clincher, it was a very tempting bonus.
The entire shooting process was fun and enriching for me and my assistants. Janice allowed full creative expression for the photography. Zaphs helped in almost all the shoots and Ileana came in to assist me too. Without the two of them, this would be a whole lot more difficult.
The book will be launched in late August. We will update with more information really soon but meanwhile if you are interested, especially if you are a foodie and a photography enthusiast, do email us or 2am:dessertbar janice@2amlab.org.
Meanwhile, here is a copy of the pre-launch booklet, entitled “Blind”, that was distributed in Europe last month as part of her demonstration tour.
~ Kelvin
*images by Ileana
Hello dear friends!
I know we have been really slack about updating our blog. This is a really busy period for us. All of us here are very much swarmed. Alwin and myself have also been traveling quite a bit. We are also alot more active on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/lightedpixels).
However, we would very much love to continue blogging! =)
Here is a set of images from Peter and Melissa’s wedding! Great couple, awesome friends and a very warm family.
The beautiful Melissa getting dolled up!
I found this in her room. Quite random in my opinion. Maybe there was once bluebells next to these dumbbells. =)
Melissa’s very pretty friend who also helped with makeup, Yuko.
I think she looks pretty! =)
There goes the guys! The first of many “performances” =))))
It was all in very good fun.
I love how her eyes light up and such a nice smile. =)
Banquet images to come! =)
Good day everyone! We’re excited to announce that we’re taking part in A GRAND MANDARIN AFFAIR @ Meritus Mandarin (333 Orchard Rd) this coming Sunday, 29th May 2011. Both Lightedpixels and Lightedpixels Pixies will be there. Silhouette and Substance Films are also taking part. More details on the EDM. We look forward to seeing you guys!
This was another recent bridal and it was such a privilege and joy to be able to shoot for Annie and Gary. There was always excitement and a spring in their step and the things they do. It’s such a blessing to be a part of their shoot.
Nature providing the best backdrop you could ever wish for.
The light that morning in our little estate was magnificent. I am still buzzing from the experience. I am glad I had Elaine and Justin, whose wedding I will be shooting later this year, to experience this with me.
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