This has yet to be untitled. A new set of works. I have been busy with day jobs, down with a flu and finding the creative sparks in the middle of it all to start on a series. Working on a project here in home soil….
Finally it arrived, another published works this time in Vilforaldrar magazine which is Swedish based parenting magazine. The shoot was done back in January in Panaga, Seria. The package said Brunei, North Borneo but it was missent to Spore…Go figure!
Sorry for the lack in updates. been busy ..well travelling and finishing client assignements on top of my day jobs. Sigh..
Had an excursion weekend to the Lion city, Singapore to meet some old friends but most importantly pick up some items for my new studio which should be ready by end of year. As with any visit to the Lion city, I will try and squeeze a trip to the book store. Borders or Kinokuniya or Asia books. I went to the big one in Orchard road and managed to grab meself the Red Shoe Diaries which is a 2nd book by Joe McNally a follow up to The Moment It Clicks. An inspirational photographer with amazing portfolio of work and most of his work is working with small flashes.
I also picked up another inspirational new book by Annie Lebowitz which happens to be on the same shelf as Joe McNally.
Like any underground system Seoul subway is actually easy to get around and safe!
Cheonggyangecheon(stream) is an ancient river underneath the streets of Seoul , an oasis for many Seoulites in the middle of the city.
Market place is an integral part and usually a good place to start and feel what the hustle and even the culture of a new city. Namdaemun is an old traditional market and good place to capture the hustle and bustle of Seoul……..
Our Breakfast room………..Nice airy and so many good ligh. A Good place for a photoshoot.
At night……………
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A short video of my works at the Coreana Museum , Seoul. Amateur Editing on my 5D markII. Enjoy.
Some of the photos from Magnetic Power opening. The opening took place in Hanbukwon Gallery and ended with a reception at Coreana Museum. The buzz created were impressive covered by TV channels and news publications in Korea.
One thing was clear, the art culture is big in Seoul and were evident today with the impressive turn-out. The guests included who’s who in the art and film world which also included the VIPs such as the ASEAN country Ambassadors in Korea. All the guest were given a book of portfolio of the artist and their work in the exhibition. I use my photographer’s name in the book.
Congratulation to ASEAN-Korea Centre for the successful exhibition. The exhibition is open from 20 May - 6 June.
His Excellency Dato Harun Ismail, Brunei Ambassador Extraordinaire and His Excellency the Philippines and the Singapore Ambassador
with Brunei Embassy First Secretary
Almost all the journalist and TV channels were interested to know what and how is contemporary art such as photography in Brunei??
The first day in Seoul has been long but very very exciting. Seoulians are very very well-versed in English and well dressed and just very friendly. The hospitality has been wonderful that it totally dimished the fact that I’m sleepless after the 5hr flite frm Bangkok arriving in Incheon at 6am local time.
We started off at the AKC and then lunch and then off to all the galleries. We, the ASEAN artist / photographer/ visual arts/ contemporaries taking part in this exhibition. The Magnetic Power exhibition takes place in 10 gallery space. We all were taken to all galleries to meet the director of each gallery and also view each artist set up and work. They are really talented individuals who are active in the movement of the photography arts and visual artistry in their country. I have no clue of how big this exhibit was until my first day here. Seoul has a big followings of arts culture and hence the many galleries. In one area alone Samcheong-dong there are about 52 galleries along the area.
I was eager to see my work in frame on white walls space. I am showing in Coreana Museum while the other Brunei artist Shariffe J. is showing at JinSun Gallery.
Going to Gallery 4 with Yin Yuen Kim, the currator
The other Brunei artist, Shariffe J showing at the Gallery JinSun
Setting up the National Day series at Coreana Space C
the final touches
Today is here. I’ll be on my way to Seoul for the opening of AKC ( Asean-Korea centre) and to showcase my photograph for the opening of the of the AKC and to fly the Brunei flag!
This is what got me into photography in the first place. Although I love to shoot celebrations, architecture and landscape, my first love is potraiture and fashion. This is evident in my ever growing collection of magazines and coffee table books which I can tell you on top of the many shelves and boxes at my pad, there’s still one room full in my mother’s house and some dating back to 1985. These are photos collections of people, clothes and anything and everything I find beautiful and most importantly inspiring.
After 15 mths. The assignment officially comes to an end. Thank you for the farewell dos.
Goodbye is never easy. It is not easy to clear the desk and pack your stuff in boxes. Its not easy leaving work colleagues, especially the ones that you’ve become good friends with. It feels sad to leave behind the oil town, knowing I wont have breakfast at the place I’ve grown to love with, sad to leave the many many friends that I have made. I must say I have gained a tremendous experience and knowledge during the stint and am still learning but in this journey everyday is a learning curve.
Nevertheless we are still under the same company only I will be 100 km away and closer to home. Till we meet again…..
This map is important for us to know the work activity from KB to Muara……
