MEG (May 2010): NETIZEN

Compiled by Denise V. Flojo
Photography: Henry Anima II
Hair & Make-Up: Engie Mulingbayan
Model: Terri Lynn Bivins
Styling: Marge Abas
Fashion: Pia Gladys Perey

JOLIE: A Place Called Capones

Photography Henry G. Anima II
Author Yoruichi Kisuke

My Friends' Photography Exhibit

Hey guys please watch and support my friends, Andy Enero and Greg Galang, on their respective exhibits.

"Lights, Camera, Action"
Capturing Life Though Photography
by Lensman Makati Camera Club
SM Mall of Asia Centerstage January 19 to 26, 2009

Fourground
by Greg Galang and 3 other photographers
3/F Exhibit Area Shangri-la Plaza Mall January 17 to 24, 2009
4/F Podium Mall January 25 to 31, 2009

P.S. Congrats to Karen, Jerome, and Nat for having their photos published in DPP Magazine!!!

1st Year Anniversary

I just celebrated my 1st year in photography last January 11, 2009.

I would like to express my gratitude to God, to my family and to all the people whom I've work with and became friends with for without them I will not be able to make it in photography. I will not mention names because I might miss one person and can't forgive myself if ever I do so. I know you all know who you are and again thank you so much. Of course thanks to Inquirer, Business Mirror, FilAm Star, Philippine Star, Sense & Style for publishing the photos I took. I can't thank you enough.

I am hoping for the best and hope that you will continue to support me with my passion and continue to inspire, criticize, and teach me to become a better artist. I will assure you that I will continue to share, teach and inspire you too.

I am looking forward to whatever life has to offer me. I will still dream with my eyes open because I know it will soon come true if I put my mind and heart to it.

Once again from the bottom of my heart thank you for everything.

Double Feature In Business Mirror 12/22/2008

Another set of photos I took were featured at Business Mirror today (12/22/2008) on two different articles. The articles "Celebrities Do Double Duty" and "'Inabel All The Way" were both written by C. Mendez Legaszpi. Thank you so much Miss Charlize for the opportunity, photo credits and the early Christmas gift.
Below are the articles:
Celebrities Do Double Duty
by C. Mendez Legaspi

‘The explosion of the tabloid press and the Internet has made the general public kind of insatiable” when it comes to celebrities, Estée Lauder president John Demsey remarked to Time’s Style & Design in Fall 2006. “People want a sense of familiarity with the people they look up to these days.” This opinion takes on a factual urgency when you consider that retail labels have been consistently using familiar faces as a marketing tool to sell their wares.

The stars, too, have seen the profit potential of such a partnership and have, naturally, agreed to be endorsers of all kinds of brands. Don’t wonder then if these stars are averse to ambush interviews or random paparazzi shots. It’s an “invasion to privacy,” they wail. Truth is, they’re just “protecting the commodity,” i.e., themselves. Stars don’t have a stream of income from a stolen shot. What they want is control of their image and how they are presented to the public.

This is where an endorsement deal becomes desirable for a star, who can rake in millions in the process. For a brand to build and solidify its market position, it makes business sense to attach itself to a recognizable face. Get Laud!, for instance, was generally unknown until it got the ingénue Roxanne Guinoo. With leads in ABS-CBN soaps and sitcoms, the starlet did wonders to the sales of the fledgling clothing brand.

Guinoo’s fellow Star Circle Quest finalist Melissa Ricks was commissioned by lifestyle label Penshoppe to be one of its cliquish endorsers. With her loveteam-mate Matt Evans, both appeal to the brand’s youth target market. The multitalented Maja Salvador hawks for Folded and Hung (F&H), long the turf of Claudine Barreto and Angel Locsin. While the latter two are positioned for the chic working-class females, Salvador serves the company’s aim to lure the perky, younger crowd.

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ROXANNE GUINOO for Get Laud!

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While Penshoppe snared Akihiro Sato (and scored a coup when JC Tiuseco, recently declared the Pinoy Sole Survivor, walked the runway at Philippine Fashion Week), F&H grabbed the equally hot Hideo Moraoka to be its billboard boy. The Japanese-Brazilian may not have cinematic ambitions like his countryman Akihiro but his appeal knows no borders, helping the once-boring brand attain a combustible status.

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CARMEN SOO for Petit Monde

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Still smiling—and selling well—are bosom buddies Gretchen Barreto (for Plains and Prints) and Ruffa Gutierrez (for Avon Fashions). After scandals and heartbreaks, the cachet of these great beauties increases exponentially. Both also hawk for Pantene. As long as they are in the public eye, for good or ill, their fame serves their benefit.

To complement its loyal stable of endorsers (Sunshine Cruz, Jodie Santa Maria and Cheska Garcia), Petit Monde introduced Malaysian superstar Carmen Soo. Gaining fame starring opposite Jericho Rosales, Carmen endeared herself to the public as the prudish but charming Carrie in the concluded soap Kahit Isang Saglit on ABS-CBN. “We didn’t have a hard time in the negotiations. She went to one of the Petit Monde stores and liked what she saw,” said PM’s owners, the Tan siblings, adding that they believed that Carmen signed on because she loves the clothes (50 percent) and is satisfied with the paycheck (50 percent).

All this luring of stars super and up-starts has been mastered to a science by the biggest lifestyle brand of them all—Bench. Not content with its already dizzying lineup, it launched over the weekend the current hottest property: Karylle. Shedding her prim image, Karylle also shed some of her clothes to be the image for Bench Body. Suddenly, the proper Miss Tatlonghari is no Pollyanna after all. (Philippine Fashion Week photos by Henry Anima II)

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IN PHOTO -- KARYLLE for Bench Body

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'Inabel' All The Way
by C. Mendez Legaspi

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CORY QUIRINO in Dita Sandico-Ong

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In its continuing efforts to make abel Iloko as useful as piña and jusi, the Ilocos Sur provincial government staged a unique showcase, Tawid Ken Partuat Red Fashion Show, at the SM Megamall Megatrade Hall, participated in by the northern province’s political bigwigs and social lights.

Directed by Cata Figueroa Jr., the fast-paced “heritage and crafts” show was a display of pomp and color as the locally woven abel fabric enjoys a resurgence among the country’s high-fashion purveyors.

“It’s worth to note that this project was made possible by the provincial government of Ilocos Sur, headed by Gov.

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DEPUTY National Security Adviser Luis “Chavit” Singson in Roel Rivera

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Deogracia Victor “DV” Savellano. It was the first time that the bigwigs of Ilocos Sur politics, such as Assistant National Security Adviser and former governor Luis “Chavit” Singson, Rep. Eric Singson, Rep. Ronald Singson, President Elpidio Quirino’s granddaughter Cory Quirino and Governor Savellano, together with local politicians and society figures, were present in one affair,” says Winona Santos, the overall project coordinator.

Since the start of his tenure, it has been Savellano’s vision to promote the province as a “wholesome, safe and secure vacation destination with personnel capable of delivering world-class services” anchored on five tourism market niches: coastal, heritage, pilgrimage, events and agri-aqua.

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BOARD member Chuchi Purisima in her own design

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From blankets to bed covers, pillowcases and place mats, abel Iloko has also penetrated the high-fashion firmament. At the Tawid Ken Partuat show, Randy Ortiz, Edgar San Diego, Avel Bacudio, VJ Floresca, Dita Sandico-Ong and Rhett Eala dressed the politicians and their scions in abel Iloko finery.

The show signified the provincial government’s mandate to preserve and promote the economically viable abel-weaving industry. The traditional craft follows a complex intricate process—from preparing and dyeing the yarn, to arranging different colors of yarn to produce the envisioned design, and operating the wooden handloom with the synchronized movement of hands and feet. (Photos by Henry Anima II)

Cory's World Of Wellness: FilAmStar

My photos grace the pages of FilAmStar on the December 1-15, 2008 Vol. 1 Issue 23 section C1. The article entitled "Cory's World Of Wellness" was written by sir Ernest Gonzaga. Many thanks Sir Ernest.
Below is the article

Rhapsody In Purple: Business Mirror, Life

Another photo I took graces today's (12/08/2008) edition of business mirror. The photo of Joy Caralde who wore a creation of Eddie Baddeo was taken during the Grand Allure fashion show at the Philippine Fashion Week Spring Summer '09. The other photos were taken by other photographers. The article is entitled "Rhapsody In Purple" by C. Mendez Legaspi. Thanks Charlize.
Below is the complete article (click here for web version):
Rhapsody In Purple
By C. Mendez Legaspi

Purple and its various permutations rippled through the runways at Philippine Fashion Week at the SMX Convention Center, the Fashion Watch Quartet at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, and Ferragamo’s 80th anniversary show. The deep vibrant color is also omnipresent among accessories, fragrance and makeup brands.

It is the color of Advent, but purple—or grape, plum, lilac, violet and lavender—started its reign as soon as Charlize Theron graced the cover of June W in a Donna Karan New York drapey dress in the shade. Leona Lewis frolicked in a purple raincoat in her music video “Forgive Me,” while France’s First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy looked chic in a Dior purple coat and trousers on a state visit to Britain. And whenever Michelle Obama wears the color, her ebony skin looks more radiant.

The centerfold of the book Modern Fashion in Detail (V&A Publications at Powerbooks Greenbelt), features, what else, a deep purple silk and velvet evening cape and dress with hand-ruching by Jeanne Lanvin made in 1935.

In history books, too, Cleopatra is wrapped in her favorite color, purple being the mystical color of royalty, nobility and spirituality.

No wonder purple is the color du jour of this festive season.

Women find the lighter variety delicate and romantic, while men prefer the deep shades for its association with riches and success.

So what to give this Christmas? Pick an article with purple trimmings.

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IN PHOTO -- SALVATORE Ferragamo(top left), CESAR GAUPO at Fashion Watch(right), EDDIE BADDEO at Philippine Fashion Week(above left).

Baddeo's Alluring Women Of Power: Inquirer

Another set of photos I took grace today's (11/28/2008) edition of The Philippine Daily Inquirer - Lifestyle Fashion&Beauty section page H-2. This is the second time my photos to appear on this publication and yet still no credits. These photos were taken during the Grand Allure fashion show at the Philippine Fashion Week Spring Summer '09 last October 26, 2008 - featuring the designs of Eddie Baddeo. Thanks Tita Eddie & Sir Edgar for the opportunity, I really appreciate it a lot.
Below is the complete article:
Baddeo's Alluring Women Of Power
Inspired by such remarable women as Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Loren Legarda and Boots Anson-Roa, fashion design artist Eddie Baddeo presented a strong collection worthy to be worn by these alluring ladies of power.
The Philippine Fashion Week at the SMX Convention Center is one of the best platforms to showcase his glamorous creations, the maverick designer buckled down to work and joined a sterling lineup on "Grand Allure Night."
Knowing that the Grand Allure Section is generally considered Couture Night, Baddeo displayed his mastery of draping with a 10-piece collection made of stretch satin and sil cocoon.
His grand statement? Sculptured sleeves he deftly manipulated, shaped and molded into sinuous accent for his jewel-toned floor-sweeping gowns.
Statuesque models, in towering Wilson stilettos, looked rich and luxurious in hair and makeup by Jinky Ilusorio and Rudy Adriatico, Director Raymond Villanueva set the evening to a romantic mood.
"The atmosphere is the '80s, when peop;e were brimming with optimism and everyone was just happy! At that time, YSL and Ungaro came up eith clothes that were vibrant and colorful,: Baddeo says.
Sharply constructed, with the necklines as the focal point, Baddeo admits that his exquisite creations drew heavy inspiration from strong women in powerful positions.
After all, only women of substance and a certain dynamism can carry the gowns with panache and aplomb.

Ooohhh La La ..... Parties Manila: FilAmStar

My photos grace the pages of FilAmStar on the October 16-31, 2008 Vol. 1 Issue 20. The article entitled "Ooohhh La La ..... Parties Manila" was written by sir Ernest Gonzaga. The photos I took are the from Women's Today Asia Fashion Show and Technomarine Launch. Many thanks Sir Ernest. Also in this issue is the photo by Ibarra Siapno who is also from Images Asia.
Below is the article:

How To Multiply Thy Self

Eversince I posted that photo of multiple me, a lot have been asking how I did it. To answer all the questions all at once, here are the simple steps on how to do it:
1. Set your camera and lens to manual;
2. Take a couple of shots, placing yourself at different location. Make sure that the camera settings and location remains the same on all photos;
3. Open all photos in Photoshop;
4. Choose photo that would serve as your background;
5. Drag another photo (make sure you press shift key while dragging to align two photos together) to the first photo that would serve as the background;
6. Then after dragging the second photo into the first photo, the second photo should be on another layer on top of the first photo;
7. Add layer mask on the second photo;
8. Choose brush, choose color black (if your mask is white, otherwise if mask is black), paint on the second layer on the part where yourself is located on the backgroud photo;
9. Paint slowly and you'll notice that you can slowly see your photo appearing from the background photo even if you are painting on the second layer. Finish painting until you see two of you on the photo at different locations;
10. Click ctrl-E to merge the two photos;
11. Then drag the third photo and repeat the steps (from masking to merging);
12. Repeat steps to the rest of the photos. Finish.
Hope this workflow helps...

Headshot

After office I went directly to the gym then after 20 minutes on the thread mill I suddenly lost interest in working out. Maybe due to the very long day at the office and lack of sleep the night before. So I decided to eat two slices of chicken barbe-que, some fried noodles, half a cup of rice. Then I head home.
Since there's nothing much to do I decide to try my "do-it-yourself" soft box. I bought a flood light and put it inside a box and cover one end with tracing paper to soften the light that comes out of the flood light. And I think the output is ok. My skin seemed smoother and kind of flawless. Iba talaga pala ang nagagawa ng ilaw sa photo ano? No need to use clone and healing tools so I had more time concentrating on the kind of output I want to achieve ang worry less on blemishes.
Hehehe what do you think? Oks ba ang ilaw ko?

Nourish The Children

I was invited by Ruel Sarmiento of Nourish the Children program by NU Skin Enterprises to be the photographer of said activity at Bro. Macantog, Sityo Kutyo in Tanay Rizal, Philippines. This was one photos of the children I took who were given VitaMeal bags to address malnutrition. The experience was heartfelt and it opened my eyes that even in our own areas there are a lot of children who are suffering from malnutrition that most of us refuse to see and just ignore that fact. I am glad that I was able to help and I am hoping that through my photos I will create awareness of malnutrition and that we should do something about it. My photos clearly shows that these children are so enthusiastic and very happy despite their present situation. They easily welcome people who would like to help them. Next month, our team will be back to give more food and I hope I can bring some donations from people who would like to make a difference.

If you'd like to help and donate just try to contact me or Ruel to know where you could bring your donations. We are also planning to have an exhibit of the photos taken during our visit to create more awareness of the "Nourish The Children" program and we might sell copies of the photos and the proceeds will go the the said program. We are open to suggestions and tips on how to spread this program. Next month the team will be back to Bro. Macantog, Sityo Kutyo in Tanay Rizal to deliver more food and some donations that we will gather from you guys.

Hope a lot of you guys will respond. Tips and suggestions and of course donations are highly appreciated.

The team who went there last February 17, 2008 were Don Mebrano, Ruel Sarmiento, Pastor Jolly and sister Rose of Church of God the Living Stone, and I.