Ezekiel Joshua: Dedication and 1st birthday party

February 6, 2011
Le Pavillon

So, I let over two whole weeks go by again without updating this blog.  I'm running out of excuses, but between all the editing that I have to do and being a full-time mom to Paco, this blog has been taking the backseat lately. It's actually getting kinda embarrassing especially when I have to let wonderful clients like Mommy Elisa wait for over a year before featuring their parties on here.

Yes, EJ's party was over a year ago, but I can still remember walking into the venue and just being overwhelmed by how huge the place was! The next thing I noticed was the gigantic cake ensemble (more on that later)! And then there was the massive turnout of guests which really showed how well-loved this family is. And it's really not surprising because Daddy Jason and Mommy Elisa have such great big hearts!  Even as the guests kept pouring in, they made sure everyone, including the suppliers, were able to have lunch, even before they could sit down themselves to eat.  And after I got home from the party, Elisa didn't forget to thank me through text. I am always grateful for clients like them. They make me love my job even more than I already do.:)

Here are some of the photos from the day...

I loved the theme!





This humongous cake ensemble was the focal point of the party venue. This was lovingly made by EJ's aunt Susan dela Cruz who owns Bethany Dream Cakes. (Check out her site, the cakes look awesome!) I've seen and photographed a lot of big cakes before, but this one had exquisite details! I couldn't stop taking photos of it!


More details...





There was a short dedication ceremony before most of the guests arrived.


And then it was time to PARTY!


Bingo was the program host.








Jiggles the Balloon Lady was also there to make her colorful balloons. Look what she made for EJ!

It was my first time to watch Yoyo Master. And he really is a yoyo master! :D


Candle-blowing...

Everyone wanted a piece of the cake!


When most of the guests had left, we were finally able to take a few family photos.

Look how cute EJ's costume is!





I also took a few shots of the entire family.  They were such a fun group! :)


Cake: Bethany Dream Cakes
Program host: Bingo
Entertainment: Jiggles the Balloon Lady, Yoyo Master
Foodcarts: Kiddie Party
Caterer: Hizons

Luis' 4th birthday party and Yani's dedication

September 12, 2010
Riverfront Residences Clubhouse

Almost 4 years ago, I photographed Luis' dedication and then his 1st birthday party a few months after.  Last year, I was happy to know that Luis was now a big brother to Yani. Mommy Nalyn and Daddy Sam decided to have a joint celebration for Yani's dedication and Luis' 4th birthday party.  And I was honored to be invited to photograph another milestone for this young family.

Below are some of the photos from the party.

Nalyn takes full credit for all the party details. Even the balloons were made right at their home! :)

I love Pocoyo!



More details...












One of Yani' party dresses and her shoes.



Before the celebration started, we took a few family photos.



Aren't they cute? :) This was one of my favorite shots of the family.



Then it was time for Yani to change into her second outfit.



Meanwhile, I was able to chat up with Luis for a bit. He's really growing up to be a smart and witty little boy! We had a full conversation about his school and a lot of other stuff. :)

 

More family photos...

There was a whole dessert spread also prepared by Nalyn!












Some photos of the dedication.






Then it was time to enjoy the yummy food.



The birthday boy enjoying his party.

Candle-blowing!

Chiara: Dedication and 1st birthday party

February 21, 2010
The Roxy Events and Party Venue

Chiara's party was one of those really smooth, really easy events for me...it was as if everything just seemed to work for me that day. The event was intimate with only very close friends and relatives as guests, and it was relatively short. And they had lovely details. Oh, and when Mommy Karla booked me to photograph the event, she told me that since the party was going to be short, she wanted to allot some time to have a mini portrait session with me in UP Diliman after. It was almost as if she read my mind!:)

Below are some of my favorite photos from the party...

These pretty little boxes were the party favors.  And if they're not pretty enough on the outside, they also were full of candies on the inside.:) (Karla gave me one, and I loved it!)

The cute cupcakes.


Barbie's skirt was part of the cake.

Here's the birthday girl. Double the cuteness!:)


Mommy Karla offering a short prayer for Chiara during the dedication.





I just had to put this up because I loved Karla's headpiece. Hehehe.

Alex Lagula was host/magician.  I always enjoy his show even though I've watched him a hundred times already.



And now for the portrait shots.  As usual we caught some great light at UP.:)


Beautiful family.

I love these next two.

Chiara didn't seem to be feeling well that day (Karla told me she fell sick the very next day) but I'm so glad we still managed to capture her smile.


I just had to take some shots of her in her pink party dress. And look at that headband!