Unguarded Moment...

My wedding coverage for the month of August is full of excitement. I shoot 4 weddings for this month, and it was really full of fun and enjoyment. I'd like to thank the LIGHTWAVE TEAM a.k.a YOUNG GUNS, for helping me out. I truly believed that success means TEAMWORK... I knew I can't make it without the help of this guys, namely Elmer, Eden, Agnes, and also to Miss Girlie Pono Elemento "wedding coordinator" for believing in my talent... This will be my last blog for this month. I'd like to thank God for the strength he gave and also to my family, especially my lovely wife Venice for inspiring me...

This photos is dedicated to all the people who believes in my work of art... "UNGUARDED MOMENT"...

Write-up for Wedding ABCs

Wedding Photography: A Happy Marriage between Work and Hobby

Santi Escat | Aug. 25, 2009

In a twist of fate, after not getting the SLR camera that he wished for at university graduation, Jaypee Noche unexpectedly put his foot on a door that opened opportunities to a happy marriage between work and hobby, between fun and full time wedding photography. Six years ago, he got a job--in what proved to be “camera heaven”-- as a salesman for a camera company in Cebu. An added perk is the chance to travel around Visayas as part of his job description. As a professional wedding photographer, Jaypee is known to make the couple feel relaxed and have so much fun in photo shoots but he never let his guards down when it comes to capturing moments that will truly last a lifetime. Under the tropical Cebu sun, Wedding ABCs pinned down this one of the most sought-after wedding photographers in town for a tete-a-tete. Wedding ABCs: What led you to photography ? JP: Photography has always been my passion but I never expected to get into photography full time, as a profession. When I graduated from Silliman University, to feed my passion, I wished for an SLR camera from my father but I got a cellular phone instead. Not until I got a job as a salesman for a camera company in Cebu sometime in 2003 that I had a first-hand experience in “camera heaven.” It goes without saying that I got my hands dirty with all kinds of digital camera models you can imagine—from the cheapest to the most expensive models available. An added perk, as a part of the job description, was to travel around Visayas for sales call. That meant the chance to shoot the many beautiful places around the region. So that’s how I started photography. What made you specialize into wedding photography? How significant is photography in weddings or special events ? JP: The main reason why I specialize into wedding photography is that I love to capture moments. I love to take pictures of people. I love to keep memories of momentous occasions. In 2004, I approached a studio in Cebu with the goal of working on weekends. It kept me busy until the next year. I learned a lot from the owner as my mentor. When he decided to stop doing wedding photography, I decided to do it on my own. That’s how it all started. Wedding photography is, in so many ways, very important because it tells a significant story in a couple’s life. After twenty-five years, the wedding gown is stocked in the box and the cakes have long been gone but the pictures remain. The joyful moments and youthful glow are preserved in those photos. How do you make your wedding clients comfortable during pictorials? JP: I always tell my clients my style, my way of doing things. With this approach, they will get the feel of the big picture so to speak. During pictorials, I want it to appear as natural as possible. I want each photo session to be so much fun and relaxed. I see to it that they enjoy the photo session in as much as I do. What is your edge from your counterparts in the wedding industry? JP: My style as a wedding photographer is classic. I wanted to capture a moment that will truly last forever. After all, marriage is a lifetime commitment. Wedding ABCs: How do you see yourself five years from now in the industry? JP: Let’s just say that I make it a point to be better than my previous weekend’s shoot. Let’s take-off your photographer’s hat this time. If you were a groom, what elements do you look for in hiring your wedding photographer? JP: I want to have moments in my wedding that will last a lifetime. So, I’d have to say I’ll look for a photographer who knows how to do just that. But of course, somebody who leans on the classic style is a must. Who is your greatest influence in approach, skills and perspective in photography? JP: My friends, for their support--they actually keep me going.

Cio and Val Wedding

What a momentous ocassion for Cio and Val, after 8 years Cio re-marry his wife Valerie last August 20,2009.

My team arrive at the WaterFront hotel around 10a.m. for the dress-up/preparation. From there we headed up to Redemptorist Church for the ceremony. Then for the Reception, we headed to the famous Chateau de Busay. The event was full of fun, and enjoyment. To Cio and Valerie Congratulations and Wishing you all the best...

Nature Lover...

Last weekend I am schedule to do the post-nup of my client Warren and Criselda. Our first schedule was postpone due to heavy rain, and finally last Sunday we're able to make it. We only have one location since my concept is to soak her gown. We headed up to Red Stone Falls, one of my favorite location in Dumaguete, I made a couple of test-shoot first, until i was able to make this concept. They have to swim going to the middle of the pool where there's that big stone in order to get the nice background of the falls, Without hesitation, Warren and Criselda did make it. I'm sharing this photo as a result of our weekend shootout... Congratulations and All the best Warren and Criselda!!!

Kennedy - Disomimba Nuptials

The wedding of Brian and Julia tells me that Long distance love affair works. With the internet as a source of communication, Brian and Julia finally tie their knot at the Marco Polo Hotel. Congratulations and all the Best for both of you...

Singapore Street Photography

What I like most as a Wedding Photographer is it brings me to beautiful places, My client Alvin and Emy invited me to have their prenup shoot-out in Lion City, Singapore. It was my first time to visit the Lion city, and I was amazed with the cleanliness of the place. We are scheduled for a 3-day stay, first day is our free day, and the next two days is our E-Session. I spent my first day walking down the main street in Singapore, My first destination is the Race Road since our hostel is located there, Next stop is in Little India, shooting in Little India is dream come true for me, as a photographer it is on my wishlist to shoot Indian people, their culture, their practices. Though I didn't make it yet in Mumbai, I still have it in Singapore Little India...

From Little India, I headed up to Bugis. But beofre reaching Bugis, I saw lots of Human Interest, a chance to meet some long-beard muslim in person and have some portraits of them while having their break in the streets of Singapore. From Bugis, I went to Arab street. From Arab street I take a bus going to Orchard Road, and for last destination, my trip to Singapore will not be complete without going to the famous Sentosa and a souvenir shot in Merlion.

My experience in Singapore will not be forgotten. I thank God he gave me this talent and for sure I'm going to share it to everyone.

A Dream...

I have a dream, that one day when I turn that yellow bordered magazine, I can see my photo...

Message from Cio and Val...

"on the contrary, we felt very at ease with you during the whole shoot jaypee! cio & i would like to thank you for the wonderful pictures... we can't wait to have them all framed... hehe! ma puro frame among balay ani... lolz!"

-Valerie Torrefranca-