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They are in love. And they weren’t afraid to show it.

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I always believe in giving. “The more you give, the more you get back” is the mantra I still believe in today.

Every now and then, I try to give wholeheartedly as much as I can.

So when Louis Pang contacted and invited me to share my journey as a photographer at his Inspire+ seminar last weekend, I didn’t think twice about it. I said “Yes” immediately and had gotten goose bump after I had agreed to the invitation.

The idea of sharing the stage with my mentor is a bit overwhelming.

So last weekend, I shared with a room of aspiring photographers about how I went on and did an 180 degree turn from someone who was burnt out a year and half ago to someone who is shooting from the heart, improving and enjoying his life as a photographer every single day. I shared that every now and then a photographer needs to venture out of his/her comfort zone and create work from the heart.

And I shared my slideshow during the 15 minutes sharing session.

I met lots of aspiring photographers during the 1 day seminar and it was an honour to share the stage with Louis. It was a good feeling to be able to give back to the community and I would like to do it more in the future.

Thank you to all the participants and thank you to Louis for the opportunity.

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Another sneak preview.

Taken in Boston.

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Right now I am in the US for Wedding and Portrait Assignments. I’ve got 2 weddings and 1 Addicted To Love session in Boston & New York.

My first couple is Wajeeh & Tabby – whom have been together for 10 years! They had their Mehndi at Tabby’s parents house in Malden where I got the first taste of Pakistani Punjab’s Wedding outside Malaysia.

It’s the beginning of Summer in East Coast and riding with the top down is the way to celebrate the day.

Wajeeh arrived with a fashion!

The family, Wajeeh, his parents and his brother, Smee.

The celebration begins.

Tabby’s father, Mr. Hussin.

Tabby enters the scene.

Wajeeh’s mum having fun.

The mehndi

Celebrating the event. Dancing all the way!

I had so much fun covering the Mehndi. The family welcomes me with an open arms. And a dream come true for me. This is my first overseas wedding assignment and I’m thankful for the opportunity that was presented to me.

They had their reception the very next day and will post the images up later.

Stay tuned.

Credits to gregsvideo.com as the official videographer.

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Abby & Mail officially became husband & wife back in October. And you’ve guessed it, this is a long overdue post.

The solemnization & the bride’s reception was held at Abby’s house in Sungai Buloh and the groom’s reception was held in Penang. I was fortunate and honoured to be engaged by the couple as their Wedding Photographer.

I was assisted by the WOW Juniors – Nazir (www.nazirazhari.com) and Faris (www.farisfakri.com). Majid (www.nikmajid.com) was there too as my junior in training.

Beautiful Abby. Kumar did her make up. So subtle yet vibrant.

Nervous groom?

The handsome brother.

The cute sister.

The father of the bride preparing to give away his eldest daughter.

Husband and wife at last.

A moment between the bride and her father.

The reception was held the after.

Handsome in blue.

The flower girls having fun.

Silat for the newlywed.

Yes, they were having that much fun.

About a month after the bride reception, we headed up to Penang for the groom reception.

Ismail was not nervous this time.

Pink and white.

Her cousins.

A kiss from her grandma.

Ismail’s father.

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I told you he was not nervous anymore.

Ismail’s mother.

Yes, i couldn’t resist a photo with one of my many fans! Abby & Mail has truly inspired me and am thankful to have been their wedding photographer.

I will post up their outdoor portraiture photos in the next post.

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It has been a busy end of October for my team & I. We will be covering a 3 day corporate event at PWTC starting tomorrow. We are nervous but ready nevertheless.

Everything has taken a back seat this last few weeks. Albums are far from being finished (Aizat – am getting there! will let you know ASAP), and at the same time, businesses are pouring in. Thank God for the energy that I have and the support of the team behind me.

I am proud to announce that I have two Junior Photographers working with me side by side – Nazir Azhari & Faris Fakri. They are working their way up with me to become an associate and a co branding with my studio, WOW Art & Photography. To start things off, we are running a November White Studio promotion just for my junior photographers all month long.

So far, I am excited with 2010. I’ve been working closely with a creative and talented designer on my branding. And after few brain storming with ideas and concept, I am pleased to revealed the new Hafiz Ismail Wedding Photography logo, as you can see above.

I am also working closely with a website designer for my new web portfolio which will be revealed soon. So stay tuned!

I was privileged enough to be the Official Photographer for Abby & Mail last week. It was a fun 2 days! Will blog more about it soon but here's a sneak preview.

I will post more on the ongoing projects and what nots in the coming posts.

Til then.

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“Thanks for your photography services for our reception the other day. We seriously enjoyed working with you! You made me did things that I would NOT forget forever – not just in photos but the experience. And I felt it is worth more that what our album will be. Thank you! Azi and I really appreciated it!

By the way, I would not have stepped into a Buddhist Temple if not because of you! ”

Azi & Faizul, Kuala Selangor.

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Taken during Aizat & Nasa’s Solemnization in Senawang, Negeri Sembilan.

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Setup
- Lowell video light on camera left; 45 degrees
- 1 SB900 on camera right; 45 degrees back of subject, 1/64th power, 50mm zoom, triggered by Pocket Wizard.
- shot using 85mm.
- EXIF – f1.8, 1/50s, ISO 100, WB fluorescent
- Room totally dark, only the Lowell was on.
- Sharpened only in Photoshop.

An experiment on mix lighting. I love to combine both video light and a flash.

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