But before that, I just want to say Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year to everyone! Even though it's quite late already. Anyway, after my last post, we all sort of disappeared into our own hole but now we're back! (literally in my and lanie's case. We both came back from Harbin some three days ago)
So before leaving for Harbin, my two sisters, mom and I all went on a Corregidor tour! (he he heh tenks dealgrocer) and it was amazing. We stayed two days, Saturday and Sunday. First thing we did when we got there was ride the tranvia to take the tour, then after the tour was over we went back to rest into the hotel, then back to see the sunset and explore the Malinta Tunnel where during WW2 it became some sort of hospital. Oh and we visited the Corregidor hospital itself too, except something like.. ruins of what it used to be (no pictures on those tho, since dark = sad photos). The next morning, actually early in time for the sunrise, we got up and going yeaaaah! I think we just went inside one of the Japanese caves, then went back. It felt pretty short, but since our guide was very informative (apparently his dad used to work there and he frequented the place during his youth and grew up with it) we got to learn more about the place and enjoy more than we would have. (And i'm sorry if this part is quite incoherent, I can't seem to write properly despite how much I love history)
Now, off with the long paragraphs and on with the photos! As usual, I used Penelo-p.
Oh oh oh wait! I want to do this thing about putting a song for every post (i'll expand to playlist sometime, when I get off my lazy bum and use my 8tracks account) and so here, Welcome Home, Son by Radical Face seems fitting. (it is also a very very very amazing song that you have to listen to, dear reader. just do it)
(if you want to know what Corregidor is before scanning the photos, then you might want to visit your dear friend, google beforehand)
heh heh heh
our tour guide, Eduard
Corregidor inn
my sisters and I had been arguing on the meaning of these flags. One said it was the nationality of most tourists, while I said something along the lines of allies. Apparently they were the axis and allied powers, so I ended up being more correct than her, haha!
I didn't try to focus on the trees, rather I zoomed out.
I had to take two photos, because i didn't notice that the goat had looked behind on the first.
the mouth of the Malinta Tunnel is visible in this photo, if you look closely
i have no idea how the sky became purple.
COOLCOOLCOOL
had nothing much to put as captions tho. I hope these pictures were.. entertaining? Or appealing enough, I'm not so sure. Regardless, Corregidor is a wonderful place jam-packed with so much history. Definitely a must-visit.
Before the Corregidor Weekend
From here onwards would be what I'd been up to after the photoshoot last november and before the Corregidor weekend, namely shooting some infomercial video for class, and Lanie's birthday celebration (but it was the pre-birthday, when the rest of us prepared a bunch of little somethings for her without her knowing)
Home by Gabrielle Aplin
I forgot what these were called, but in Harbin we saw fake flowers like these as well.
Our close friend's name is Sydney, and we usually infiltrate her house. They have these plants, and they're kinda cute.
This reminded me of our investigative project because we're using shells! haha sadness.
aaaah this is cat's younger sister. I'm totally not a creeper.
during the infomercial video shooting (which was in cat's house), someone took this photo, and it's adorable.
because selfie-ing on glass is pretty cool.
.................lol
Anyway, these are what I had been up to. I disappeared into a black hole, but I've returned! (probably to disappear again, but life gets in the way)
Welcome to 2013 4! (I'm going to have to get used to that.)
Last year was filled with tons of great experience with myself, my hobbies and my social life (still working on it, but hey, it's improving)! Some of my interests of last year (if I remember correctly) are photography, drawing, make-up, (Super) Dangan Ronpa, cosplaying, photoshop, tumblr, roleplaying and lots more.
This year, I want to discover new things and at the same time, broaden my knowledge of my hobbies. Mostly, try new stuff, though, because #yolo. A new year means new opportunities. Another school year (harder than the last) for new learning, another summer for summer classes and free time and wow anything really I love summer, another Christmas and basically, another year.
For 2014, I made a brief goals and wishlist that I want to achieve during the year. Although I'm probably not going to be too strict, but if at some point in life I get stumped, I can always reflect back to the little list I made to redirect me. Also, due to my unstable motivation to do things, who knows if my interest will end up dying.
1. I just want to experience bulk shopping, like coming home with such beautiful blouses and skirts omg. I really want somewhere cheap, and I've been thinking of Taobao.
2. More art books! /screams I really want indie artbooks though and most especially from artists who I really admire, or a collaboration project thing ya know.
3. It's been such a long time, since I cosplayed (like Summer). I already have a wig. I just need a costume.
4. I really want to travel around, particularly Asian countries like, Hongkong, Singapore, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, China(?).
5. I would love make-up tools and product, especially ulzzang related ones (because I am so hooked to those at the moment, ha). Also, I want to actually know how to put on make-up. Whenever I do, my eye liner goes all wobbly.
6. Continue my honor streak, by getting averages of A's and hopefully even a straight A(+) in the future!
Thank you for reading! Comments, opinions and your resolutions are welcomed and encouraged.
I apologize for collecting too much dust on this blog for more than a month already. My silly-willy hobbies have taken complete control over my life that I have 0 time to blog.
While I'm reviving the blog, I might as well give it a make over! I felt I didn't really want to concentrate on color, hence removing the blue background. Now it looks super girly, oops! To my other blogmates, if you guys have any problems, I can fix it, hehe. I'm too lazy to fix other things, so I'll keep the rest as it is, until I find more motivation <><>
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Merry Christmas! It's that time of year again, where the atmosphere seems extra jolly and your whole neighborhood is drowning in blinding Christmas lights (haha). I love Christmas because I have more time with myself and away from stress and pressure. This also means more time with my beloved wifi-- I mean family (and friends??).
Here are some photos of the wonderful gifts I received for Christmas 2013. My favorite gifts always come from my parents, and this year, they really surprised me. I've got my own laptop (a lenovo ideapad) and the pixiv almanac (which is basically an artbook from different artists in pixiv)! There are a few more I missed out, since I got a bit lazy setting things up (including the two special gifts :c). I mean, hanging them in hangers or laying them down on tables take a lot of effort!
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I love the pattern of this one!
Owls are always very cute. :")
I've been wanting a sweatshirt for Christmas, and just what I wanted!
I handpicked this one from Forever 21, then just get paid from person and ta-da, Christmas gift! Haha, it's more fun this way.
Just right on time, since my old watch broke down during our school's Christmas party (amazing, right?). It may be a little tricky to read the time, but it wasn't like my old watch had number too, haha.
This one is probably the most interesting design for me! Now I have a handbag, instead of borrowing one from my mom.
Which makes sense since I was supposed to post these yesterday (but then I decided to ask permission from my lovely model first). Anyway, the shop I go to only process film on Tuesdays, hence the title (and this makes me look forward to Tuesdays, that is, when I have film to develop)
Anyway, remember how I said that I took more photos after the nostalgia + fairy tales peg? Well, here they are. Originally, we weren't supposed to have a photo taking session- whatever you call it. Our plan was to make a cover, but instead we searched polly pockets on google and reminisced on them and took lots of photos and watched game of thrones. (an afternoon well spent, indeed)
I think you're lovely
Because this is one very beautiful cat on a very beautiful staircase with very beautiful plants.
One of the 374289054686 close up photos of Cat's beautiful face.
I love how it looks like green is gushing above like a waterfall
Probably my dream photo taking venue (love it)
On the way to the poolside, there was this house with the most adorable birdhouse. Of course I took a photo (there was a cctv too, I made sure to wave)
I used different settings on these to see the effects, but then I ended up forgetting which settings I used on which.. whoopz
hey there, she says
The last five photos on film was of Keik- we were supposed to try levitating photos but I ran out before that could be accomplished. Thus, next time's peg shall be levitating photos. I hope you enjoyed!
Introducing my latest obsession...typography! I've been inspired by many artists (actually most of them are my super artistic friends) and decided to try it out myself! And once I started, I honestly couldn't stop. (sounds weird, but totally true)
For most of my works, I use various quotes that I randomly found in books and the Internet, most especially through Facebook and Instagram. I know that quotes can be too mainstream, BUT I must say, they're really really inspiring. And I also mustn't forget to give credits and show gratitude to the pens/markers of Sharpie, Muji, and Uni Pin, which have been all used in at least one of my projects. These pens/markers are absolutely amazing!
I'd like to share two of my works, which can both be seen below. Hopefully, as time passes by, I'll be able to share more of my typography and improve my skills as well.
One of my favorite quotes by Helen Keller
A quote by the great Vince Lombardi
For me, typography's just one of those unique things that captivates one's mind and creativity, and lets one's true self be more defined. :) A creation of art, indeed.
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