Justin's Party Bus (08-22-09)

What a hectic, yet fun night last night. Since I went back to school for nursing, I’ve noticed my party scene has calmed down. I attended a friend’s party bus, and it was one of the best nights I had during the summer. When I got the invite on facebook, I was contemplating if I should go or not. I actually responded no. When I went out for my cousin’s 21st birthday dinner last week, I asked her and her friends if they are going to this bus. To make a long story short, the decision was up to me. Since they never attended a party bus before, I put away my pride and agreed to go to the event so they can experience the fun that entails in a party bus.

I’m glad I went. I was able to see my friends that I haven’t seen in over 3 months. If I was to rate the night, I would give an 8 out of 10. I have to admit the bus itself was the highlight because everyone got buck wild on the way to the clubs. As for the clubs; it was extremely dead so it was hard for me to get into the vibe.

Well I really need to put the partying aside because school has started. I will be camping in a couple of weeks and be attending a wedding a week later, so I have 2 more events where I can get wild. I can’t wait!!! Here are some pictures that highlighted the night.

REVISED (08-24-09): I forgot to add about the experience on the bus. The party bus was pretty much broken down to the young-ins who were 21 and 22 years old, then the "old" folks who were 25+. You can tell who were who. The younger crowd were in front of the bus, dancing and drinking, while us "old" folks were in the back, sitting down and watching them party it up. There were a few of us who bridge the gap by going over to the young crowd. As for me, I partied it up with both crowds, but I have to say the young ones made the bus fun for me.

At the end of the night, when it was time to clean the bus, I found it funny the young-ins left while us old folks stuck around to clean up. I swear we were like parents/chaperones that night. Oh well, it was still hella fun!!!

The best hostess I had for a party bus... Miss Natalie

The only one who passed out on the bus!

Funeral (08-01-09)

It’s been over a month since I updated my blog. It’s been a busy summer for me. Even though I don’t work and took the summer off for school, I found myself doing projects left and right. My dad and I have been painting the house for the past 3 weeks. It’s taking us so long because my dad only has 2 hours to help me out before he goes to work, and frankly our rooms are too big to do for one person. It takes about 2 days to finish one room. The good thing is that we are almost done; one more room and the kitchen.

Last week my Auntie Rose asked me to do a favor and help her photograph a family friend’s funeral. Without hesitation, I agreed because it’s perfect for the type of photography I like to do; photojournalism (candid shots that capture true emotions). Here are a few pictures I captured. I really wanted to show the people’s faces, but for respect for the family, I chose not to post any/few faces on this blog entry.

(I felt the above picture is the most powerful shot I captured for the day)

Adi's Basketball Game (06.13.09)

These pictures are long over due. This was the first time I shot sports photography. All I have to say is, I have a lot to learn still for this style. I hope I can have many more chances to practice. These were my favorites, and I hope you enjoy them.

Nickelback - If Today Was Your Last Day

Another great song by Nickelback. When you get a chance, look up the lyrics and read it. This song has a great message!

Peter's Show at Panama Bay Coffee House (5.22.09)

Here are the pictures I took at my friend’s show. One of my dreams as a photographer is to capture a musician or a band during a concert, but since they won’t allow SLRs to a show, this is as close as I can get for now.

I had to use high ISO because I didn't want to use flash photography because I might blind them when I took a picture. The bad part of using high ISO is that it creates digital noise ("snowy" picture). As a digital photographer, you have to accept the digital noise or you won't have a shot at all.

The first picture on this blog is a picture of my friend, Peter. For the past year, him and his roommates threw so many parties, and at these shin digs, I was able to hear him play his guitar from time to time. This show I attended last Friday was the first time I heard him and his band. I have to admit, it was a great show to attend. I took over 100 pictures and these are my favorites. I hope you enjoy the photos I took.

The next 2 pictures are my absolute favorites of the bunch.