An ex colleague (and good mate of mine) Tania recently dropped a bomb by saying “Guess what… I’m doing pole dancing in my free time!”

This is a woman who I’d previously only seen in jeans, tees and sneakers (albeit rockin’ ones).

I thought she was joking, but she soon posted a couple of photos on facebook that blew away any doubt that I might have had. There she was, scantily clad in mega heels, doing things that I didn’t think were humanly possible – let alone by an ex-colleague.

So when I was invited to photograph their graduation showcase at Bobbi’s Pole Studio, I jumped at the opportunity. Yes it’s a hard life, but someone’s gotta do it.

That’s my girl T in red…

Who would’ve thought that you can do such interesting things on the floor (and IKEA chairs) too…

And last but not least, these are Bobbi’s pole instructors. Don’t mess with ‘em though… they’re tough.

Thanks to Jasmine (featured here in the yellow heels) for giving me full access to the performance photographically!

For all of you thinking of giving this a try, give Bobbi’s a ring. They can be found at:

222 Queen St.

#02-01

Singapore 188550

Tel: +65 6333 4380
Mailto:singapore@bobbispolestudio.com.sg

They also do classes for guys… but they didn’t have a performance with men so I don’t know what that’s like!

Big shout out to the gang @ Bobbi’s… and of course my girl T – you are the bee’s knees!

In Noel’s bag:

• Canon EOS 5D Mark II
• EF 24-70mm F/2.8L
• EF 16-35mm F/2.8L
• EF 50mm F/1.2L

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Was quite surprised when I received a call from Heiko a week ago asking if I was available to shoot his wedding.

I was recommended to him and his fiancée (Jessica) by someone I had worked with previously – thank you (you know who you are) – and after checking out byNoelYeo.com, he got in touch.

Even though it was short notice, I managed to shuffle my schedule around and accepted the assignment.

Jessica and Heiko decided to not to do a full pre-wedding shoot, opting rather for a short shoot just before their solemnisation and dinner. The following images were captured in less than 1 hour in and around the National Museum of Singapore.

Despite the oppressive heat and the fact that they had less than an hour before guests started arriving, both Jessica and Heiko were incredibly calm and co-operative. I guess that’s what happens when you’re deliriously in love with each other.

We even managed to get a few shots of Jessica alone in and around the Museum – while Heiko was busy getting all the guests settled in.

Here are some pictures of the Novus restaurant and bar that the dinner took place in.

Next up on byNoelYeo.com, Jessica & Heiko’s solemnisation, reception and dinner.

Noel

In Noel’s bag:

• Canon EOS 5D Mark II
• EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS USM
• EF 24-70mm F/2.8L USM
• EF 50mm F/1.2L
• SpeedLite 580 EX II
• SpeedLite 480EX II
• SpectraLite Bounce Card

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With Debbie Harry’s lyrics still ringing in my head, Y2K has given way to 2010.

After dealing with closure of my carefully planned fireworks-photo-vantage-point (new broadwalk beside Marina Bay Financial Centre), hordes of people, illogical police crowd-control tactics and unfriendly photographers who had ‘reserved’ every front-row seat… I managed to score a good space at the Mandarin Oriental.

Here are the highlights:

~ Floating Light Spirits à la Avatar ~

~ Tall Poppy Syndrome ~

~ Dandelion ~

~ Decepticon Descending ~

~ Space Invaders ~

~ Water Fountain ~

~ Giant Rubescens Octopus ~

~ River of Fire ~

~ Squiggles ~

~ Bursts ~

~ Finale ~

Hoping 2010 is as spectacular for everyone as the fireworks!

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Held in the beautiful Armenian Church along Coleman Street, Tina and Andy tie the knot in front of a small gathering of family and friends from all over the world.

Here are some highlights of the day:

L: The bride is prepared by maid of honour, Furry, and her mom.     R: Bride assists mother of the groom.

Beauty in the mad rush of bridal preparations.

L: Guests await the arrival of the bride cooled by…     R: traditional Batik fans provided during registration

L: Mom of the bride welcomes guests with pure Indonesian glamour     R: Maid of honour’s hubby and son

Pre-wedding nerves + comfort from dad = a radiant bride

L: The look on the groom’s face was priceless – happiness and relief in equal parts

Getting down to the business-side of things

L: The kiss (first of many)     R: Tears (first of many)

Tina and Andy practically glowed – they were that happy

Someone commented that Tina’s gown resembled ‘something Queen Amidala would wear’. If I were him I would have said ‘the dress looks awfully regal… like something a princess would wear’. It’s all in the phrasing.

L: Makin’ out in the gardens of the Armenian Church     R: Something that looks like it came out of Style Weddings

L: One benefit of the dress, awesome posture     R (Andy): “Got the girl!”

1 couple, 12 nationalities, 3 generations, 1 extended family portrait.

There’s always one that’s gotta be different isn’t there

Official business over, these tykes (literally) tore up the church’s grounds

In their white chariot, I think they were just glad to be in air conditioning again

L: During Andy’s speech over dinner, Tina’s parents look on approvingly.    R: Squealing with delight as guests tease Andy

Tina and Andy are one exceptionally lovely couple and I hope they see many many happy years together!

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