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Kota Kinabalu Wedding: Gatch + Minette

January 13, 2009 Posted in Weddings

Venue: Shangrila Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Gown: Lyle Ibanez

Hair and Makeup: Lourd Ramos of The Make Up Forum

Shot with Jason De Guzman for Imagine Nation Photography

This is my first out-of-the-country wedding and I must say I’m really blessed to have been part of Gatch and Minette’s wedding. They only invited 50 guests for their wedding and these are their close relatives from Batangas, some former classmates, close barkadas, officemates and us suppliers. They wanted a very intimate wedding and that’s what they had. Everyone knew everyone because we all flew in the same day and the same flight. We stayed at the same hotel, Novotel and ate breakfast together. Feels like we’re all part of one family and there was no pressure at all. Just pure fun.

This is the view from Shangrila Hotel

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And here’s our lovely bride Minette..

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The wedding was at 5pm but since the shuttle can only pick us up by 9am, 3pm and 4pm. We arrived at Minette’s hotel around 930am. That’s 7 1/2 hours of preps. So we had lots of time to capture all the details we need and play with the couple outside. Here is one of Minette’s titas preparing the flowers for the wedding.

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This is Sabi, Gatch and Minette’s little girl. She was watching Barney that time.

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Some mother and daughter moment. Aren’t they cute?

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Lyle, Minette and Lourd having fun during their pictorial..

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Our dashing groom, Gatch…  Smile Gatch! =P

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Caught Minette, writing her vows for her ceremony…

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What a way to start my year. Thank You Lord for these grace you’ve showered on me. I pray for more out of the country weddings so I can travel the world.

To Gatch and Minette… I was so excited I blogged your wedding as soon as possible… Thank You for letting us be a part of your wedding. God bless and Congratulations again to you both… Till next time… =)

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Minette - March 5, 2009 - 7:10 pm

Hi Dominic

Thanks a lot for taking great pics for us! The pleasure is all ours!

Beautiful pic taken at the entrance of the wedding pavillion! Mega dramatic yung effect, everyone who sees it really loved it…..

Minette and Gatch

Dominic Barrios - March 10, 2009 - 6:07 pm

Hi Minette and Gatch… thanks again for the whole experience and the trust… =P till your next wedding hehehe… 10 yrs? 25 and 50? =P

Anne - May 15, 2009 - 12:55 am

just curious…why have the wedding in KK? what made u choose shang tanjung aru?

Dominic Barrios - May 15, 2009 - 1:08 am

Hi Anne… I can try to answer for Minette and Gatch… KK has been a very special place for the couple especially for Minette who travels a lot. They love the scenery so much especially the beach…Another reason would be logistics and they wanted the wedding to be very intimate so they invited only a few close guests…

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Boracay Love: Butch + Myra’s Wedding

January 6, 2009 Posted in Weddings

Venue: Seawind Boracay

Coordinator: Amanda Tirol

Shot with Toto Villaruel for Imagine Nation Photography

They say “A picture paints a thousand words” and I’ve posted 39 for this set, so I won’t put much words in here anymore =P. If I was to give one adjective to describe this wedding, it’s Amazing! There were lots of firsts for me here and I was just ecstatic to be a part of this wedding.

Butch and Myra, you know how much we had fun capturing your wedding that I had to post these many pictures in my blog. Congratulations Again and God Bless!

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Sally - March 8, 2009 - 6:42 am

Hi Guys,
How are you guys? We love your pics. We want to know who arrange that. Hope to hear you soon guys.

Thanks,
Sally

Dominic Barrios - March 9, 2009 - 11:09 am

Hi Sally… we’re all fine thanks.. =) the wedding in boracay was arranged and coordinated by Amanda Tirol.

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Starting the Year Right…

January 1, 2009 Posted in Others, Personal Stuff

Year 2008 is over and a lot has happened during that year. It is just right to honor the people who has made an impact in my life. First of all, to my parents who has fully supported my decision to turn PRO as a wedding photographer. Thank You because we’re not arguing about practicing my license in ECE. I Thank my parents for always being there when I need them. I love you very much. I pray that we’ll spend more years together and that God will always give you great health.

To my SFC Community, you, my friends, are my reminders and models on how to serve other people first rather than thinking of ourselves. May we continue to grow in love with God together and bring other people to Him.

To Sir Jong and Ms Monique, who I consider my second parents. For looking out after us, physically, spiritually and even careerwise. =) You don’t know how much I really appreciate the bible studies and the fellowship we do when we meet or talk. You guys have helped me grow closer to God and gave me the discipline to read the scriptures daily. And, of course, the mentorship program. I can’t thank you enough for all the things I’ve learned from you and the experience I’ve gained throughout.

To my Co-photographers, don’t need to name all of you guys…ang dami niyo…Shooting with you guys was always fun. It doesn’t feel like work so I’m looking forward to every day that God gives me an opportunity to have you by my side. Plus, I’ve learned a lot by just watching you guys and asking you about getting the right settings and stuff on the spot.

To our Admin Staffs, (Ate Mot, Ate Onnie, Tata)… you guys are the best and though di tayo nagkikita sa field, know that what you do inside the studio are very well appreciated. You guys are like our “Eyes”, kung wala kayo, Wala “Kita”. =P jk..

To our Assists and Drivers, work is easier with you guys around. If God makes beautiful weddings, you are one of the tools that help us capture those moments. And that is a very important role you guys are playing.

To our Wangers, the possibilities are limitless with the potential I see in you guys. Just the right drive and focus, nothing is impossible.  I always look forward to seeing your On Site Editing.

To all our past clients, couples we shot, you know who you are… I cherish more the friendship we formed rather than the shots we took for you.. I really hope you guys will all be blessed in your relationships and that you will all still keep in contact.

To God’s greatest gift to me. I Thank You for all the love and care you’ve given to me, the support and prayers as well. You will always be one of my inspirations when I shoot weddings. I treasure every moment that we are together and all the times that make us laugh or cry. I love you Marie.

Lastly, To Our Mighty Father, my source of inspiration, Thank you for all the grace and blessings you’ve showered me last year. I offer once more this year 2009 to you and lift up all my wishes and plans. I know you have better things in store for me and I trust that it will be given in your own time. Im excited with the ones you have lined up for me already, Kota Kinabalu and another Boracay shoot. You really are One Great God.

PS. I love you too OASIS.

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Tata - January 11, 2009 - 12:54 pm

hehehe.. talagang may P.S. I Love You para sa Oasis.. ;-)
kulet!

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