HBD Jason

If you didn't know, its my boy's Jason's 29th birthday of life. Yes, just another reason to drink. It's his last year before he turns 30! Crazy I know!! Yeah, over the years we can see how everyone is getting older. Sad to say, we couldn't drink and party til closing. We were lucky enough to make to midnight to wish boyfriend Jason a happy birthday. Jason was treated to Red Robin burgers and drinks all night. He had a good time while he was awake. Hahaa.

The Escondido family was always present along side with Geico heads. It was definitely a fun night. It didn't stop at the Tavern too. We carried it back to our place for a slumber party. Yeah, we had a slumber party so what!? Jealous!? I thought so! We watched Tooken Again, I mean, Taken 2. Good and fun movie to watch with friends. It didn't stop their, we didn't have to move when at home. We were catered by the Filipino finest with food and snacks along with more beer. Hahaa. Shit doesn't get old I guess. Hahaa.

We're also planning a last second trip to LA for some Disneyland. The older we get, the younger we want to be. No! I believe in happy endings! If you know what I mean. Hahaa.

Looking at the photos, I realize I'm starting to pop up in more photos than ever. I'm glad people can snag my camera and just go at it. If anyone wants to practice photography, they can use my first dSLR, my trusty Canon 20D. I'm not using it. It's pretty awesome still. I was talking to my hair stylist, Casey. Yes, I have a hair stylist and she does an amazing job. Look good as me by checking her out. Salon Sultry. We were just talking about the tools of a stylist/photographer. We have our tools of the trade, but it doesn't dictate our talents. It may not be the latest or greatest, but it'll get the job done. I know I always hate on social networks and society in general, but I do appreciate instagram and how people are using their camera more artistically now than ever before. I'm getting a little off topic but it's always good to celebrate a friend's birthday especially my roommate Jason. Love you brother.

Funny thing, it'll be our "last" time drinking. Starting to go H.A.M. at the gym and diet. Wish us luck. Like always, thanks for looking.

To check out the photos individually, check them out at my Picasa link. HBD Jason.



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It's coming!!!

At the end of the month will be the wedding of the year (at least for me). My good friends Aldrich Galimba and Jessica Nix are going to be married by the end of the month. A long anticipated event for sure. I've known the couple for a while, I even took over their old room from Jessica's condo. It was a true pleasure to photography them as a couple. We decided to go to Balboa Park to do some photos. It was a busy Sunday. Actually, the first Sunday of the NFL season.

 I love my camera. However, I wanted to do wider shots. I kinda stuck with my 50mm. It's the widest lens I have at the moment. Not very wide at all. It's considered a standard length lens. Great for portraits and "walk around lens" so things aren't distorted by the lens. But after working with some ultra wide angle lens, I can appreciate them. They can make anything look cool. During this trip with the future Galimba couple, I wanted to work on separation and do some wides. I didn't want to get too close. I think pretty satisfied with my work. I find it hard to be blown away. I know my strengths and try to work on my weaknesses. Let's just hope I keep on improving. It was fun shooting at Balboa, so we ended our day at one of the coolest bars in San Diego (IMO). West Coast Tavern in North Park is a hip spot. It was kind of dead, so we took advantage of the lack of seating and did our own little impromptu photo shoot. I really like how you can see "North Park" sign on some of the photos. I feel like I captured them at their true element, enjoying each other's company over a drink. I feel like they can do that all day if they had a chance. It's hard to find Aldrich being photo ready, so when I captured his smile, not a fake obligated smile, but a genuine smile means a lot to me and I'm sure to Jess too. CHEERS to the couple. The reason for the white boards were for the table arrangements at the wedding.

Everyone is leaving!!!!

AHHHH!!! Everyone is leaving San Diego one by one. Pete and Steph left on Christmas. I should know since I stalk them on Find Friends. Hahaa. Now Francis is leaving back to Dallas, then soon Brandon is heading back to work in Florida. What is happening!?

It was great to see everyone again. It's starting to become a real treat when we all get together. That's what the holidays are all about yeah? Ohhh yeah, I got an awesome Justin Bieber lunch box from my sister too. Thanks Jess.

On the last night Francis was in San Diego, people gathered up at the Tavern to watch the Laker game, drink, and hang out.

The next day, Francis wanted to see the ocean since that is something he misses out in Dallas. He made me appreciate the little things in San Diego such as palm trees. He was freaking out whenever he saw one. Reminded me not to take things for granted. A friendly reminder is always nice though.



Camera Info: the same. Hahaa!

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Happy Birthday El Cunado

Happy Birthday to my good friend Jive!! The revolution will always find a reason to drink, but tonight was a joyous occasion in celebrating Jive's Birthday! It's just the beginning too. It was day 1 of celebration. More picture's and entries will come. Pre-drink, sang happy birthday, Tavern and bowled and drank the night away. Friendly competition between friends and strangers. Todd in a chugging race!? These pictures do not do justice on how much fun we had. Or maybe it does because of lack of photos. I don't know. I was drinking, clapping, eating with friends. You can't be mad at that kind of combination.

Camera Info: Canon 20D with 50mm 1.4 with Canon 430ex with diffuser/bare. shooting in manual. Long shutter with f/5, rear sync curtain.

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