happiness is when....

Salam,

happiness is when....

i see you smile

i see both of you smile

i see you

and

you too

so smile

because

it is SUNNAH :)

Salam

masa terhenti

masa milik kita

berdua

masa

kecil

hingga dewasa

kita

tetap bersama

ibarat

jatuhnya

air dicincang

tidak

akan pernah

putus

kita

berkongsi darah

dan jiwa

kita

dan masa

akan kekal begitu

kita ,

adik dan abang :)

jadi kasut ?

Salam

jadi kasut

kasut buruk

seburuk kasut

lebih baik

kerana kasut

berbakti

sehingga

akhir

hayatnya..

kita ? 

smile and action !

Salam,

smile and action !

Meet http://blog.cindyhsu.net

Salam

she is sweet and her photography style is also sweet :)

Meet Cindy Hsu,

the owner of 

http://blog.cindyhsu.net/

1. Can you tell me about yourself ?

Hi! My name is Cindy and I'm a senior studying fine arts at USC. I graduate in May and I can't believe almost four years has flown by! In this time, I discovered a love for animation, photography, film, and sculpture. I recently started a print shop selling prints of my photography and I've loved every step of it so far!

2. What inspire you to take photos ?

I take photos because of my love for optimism in photography and my attempt to share it with others. I love capturing beauty all around me. Another reason is that I have a pretty bad memory, and taking pictures of what happens in my life makes it so that I will never forget it!

3. How do you like to spend a day ?

Any day I spend with my boyfriend Matt is lovely. Whether we're doing homework on our laptops side by side, shopping, eating, exploring the city, or watching a movie, I always have a blast!

4. What is your definition of happiness ?

Happiness is having good health, good friends, good family, and plenty of adventure and passion for life!

5. Can you please show us your most memorable photos and why ?

One of my most memorable photos is in my print shop titled "Into the Sky." I had been looking for pink and yellow bunting flags to take pictures of for months, and just couldn't find them anywhere! One day I just decided to make some from colored index cards and my mom and grandmother are each holding an end of the string. Whenever I look at this picture I'm just reminded never to give up, as well as the importance of a little creativity and the support and love of your parents!

The second picture is called "City of Lights" and I took it in 2004. It was taken on a small point and shoot camera at the time, but is one of my oldest and favorite pictures I've taken!

My other most memorable photo is what I call our "family portrait." It's a picture of me, Matt, and my dog Benji (who lives with my parents) that my mom took. It's a very special picture to me because Matt feels like such a part of the family!

Thank you so much for interviewing me Farha! You're so sweet and I can't wait to see more from your blog!

Cindy Hsu

http://blog.cindyhsu.net

http://jellyfishfaire.com

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Thanks a lot for doing this with me

goodluck in your final year :)

congrats with the new store too

i enjoy reading your entry 

be inspired and please please go to her blog and enjoy sweet sweet photos

xoxo

Meet http://www.ashleysisk.com/

Salam :)

weekend is finally here

let's be inspired by

http://www.ashleysisk.com/

and get personal with the owner , Ashley
I am falling in love with her blog because of the tutorials and inspiring photo challenges categories
and many more !

Ashley is very sweet to share us some very good tips on photography

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1. Can you tell me about yourself ?

My name is Ashley Sisk. I married my best friend on October 17, 2009. Shortly after our wedding, I decided that I needed a hobby. I've always enjoyed taking pictures and found myself pretty good at editing pictures from my point and shoot, so I bought my first DSLR in November 2009. Last year, I started Ramblings and Photos. As a result of blogging, I re-discovered my creative spirit, enhanced my photography and editing skills and made some incredible friends. As of November 2010, I upgraded to the Canon 7D and will soon be opening my own Etsy Print Shop.

2. What made you fall in love with photography ?

Gosh – I don’t know. I do know that I’ve always loved the arts. My mom has quite a creative spirit herself so I spent most of my childhood doing arts and crafts. In high school, I was encouraged to further explore some creative outlets, so I took a photography course as part of my studies. I also took journalism and a basic art course. In college, I wasn’t able to take many art courses without being an art major, but I was able to take a basic graphic design course. Between those four things (photography, journalism, art and graphic design), I feel that it’s made me a better photographer. I just love that I can see beauty in everyday objects – photography allows me to capture a moment forever.

3. Can you please list down 5 tools that are essential for a photographer?

Great question – there are really TWO major essentials and a few nice to haves. 

• Obviously, a camera and I don’t think you have to have a DSLR…but if you’re serious about photography, you should eventually upgrade to one.
• Editing software – I personally own Photoshop Elements 7 (can be purchased for under $100) and Adobe CS5 Creative Suite (full photoshop). There are some great free tools like GIMP, Picnik and Picassa…I’ve also heard really great things about Lightroom. Whatever the case, you’ve gotta have something!

Nice to Haves

•  A prime lens such as the Canon 50mm f/1.8 or Nikon 35mm f/1.8 – these are great lens because you have a much wider aperture than most kit lenses. In fact, don’t buy the kit lens…you won’t use it once you really know how to use your camera.
• Tripod – it’s a nice to have because it’s not necessary but it definitely helps if you like macro photography, long-exposures or self portraits. I have a fairly inexpensive one that I bought with a kit (another thing I want to upgrade), but it does the trick.
• Remote Trigger – I have recently started enjoying self portraits so if you’re like me and want to get in front of the camera from time to time, a remote trigger makes your life so much easier…unless you just enjoy running to your position within 10 seconds.
• External Flash – this is seriously a luxury item. You should learn how to shoot with natural lighting but during the winter months, I find that having an external flash (I use the Canon Speedlite 430 EXII) really helps. Whatever you do, don’t use your pop up flash! 

4.     What are the basic requirements should a newbie has to be a photographer?

A willingness to learn and a lot of patience. If you want to learn anything, you have to spend a lot of time reading and practicing. Carry your camera with you EVERYWHERE – I seriously mean this. Mine is with me 90% of the time. Learn how to shoot in natural light and practice practice practice.

5. Can you please show us your most memorable photos and why?

This photo was selected by the Pioneer Woman as a favorite - I was over the moon to have this photo selected...I felt like I'd made it! 

I took this photo for a Christmas card last year - it just makes me happy!

 I was asked last fall if I would photograph a wedding reception right after Christmas...this was one of the photos from that session and I love everything about it. 

this is my absolute favorite picture of Kitty Paw! The expression on her face is priceless. 

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You made my day Ashleyi will keep coming back to your blogand your tips is worth to share
xoxoi am feeling happiness is the air !

Balik Kampung !

Salam :)

just want to share some photos back home during last week holiday

the kids are trilled to come back home (balik kampung)

running and playing around

we are original kampung-ians !

fixed my Sony camera battery,
i am the photographer of the day

1. DSC01029, 2. DSC01026, 3. DSC01009, 4. DSC01000, 5. DSC01046, 6. DSC01028, 7. DSC01032, 8. DSC01090, 9. DSC01049, 10. DSC01006, 11. DSC01015, 12. DSC01034

Created with fd's Flickr Toys

my fav !

xoxo

5 fav Flickr Photos : Hadìe

Salam

let me introduce another flickr contact of mine

meet Hadìe

the owner of

http://www.flickr.com/photos/imhadi/

please go and be inspired by her shoots !

and my pick today are :

Yaaawwwnnnn!

Can't wait for tomorrow to come, I don't know what will happen but I'm determined to make it good :P

Buzz and us...

A typical evening walk at a regular place, with my typical kind of shot...

...I'm not that deep, eh?

:)

Day 32 : First time using flash in a month

Natural light is my soulmate but no harm flash-ing every once in a while huh?!

:)

I love being outdoor...

You know, like lying on the grass, under the shades, listening to birds...

...I think I can do that all day :D

(Ok, I mean on a lazy day :P)

But yeah... I love being outdoor.

i love everything i see :)

thanks for doing this with me

xoxo

5 fav Flickr Photos : SHAZRAL's

Salam :)

another friendly Flickr contact willing to show photos

please go over to his Flickr and leave some love

at http://www.flickr.com/photos/shazral/

and my personal 5 fav line up are :

The Day I've Always Dreamed Of

Location:Pantai Jeram, Selangor, Malaysia

Exif data

Camera:Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Lens: EF17-40mm f4 L USM

Filter:Cokin P121 (GND8)

Exposure: 20

Aperture: f/11.0

Focal Length: 21mm

ISO Speed: 50

Exposure Bias: 0 EV

-None of my photos are HDR, DRI or blended images , All are in single Jpeg.

Shazral / © All rights reserved

Sun Sadness

Location:Pantai Jeram, Selangor, Malaysia (An outing with Mr acidsulfurik)

Exif data

Camera:Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Lens: EF17-40mm f4 L USM

Filter: Lee Filters .9 Grad Soft ND

Exposure: 0.02 sec (1/50)

Aperture: f/16.0

Focal Length: 17 mm

ISO Speed: 50

Exposure Bias: 0 EV

-None of my photos are HDR, DRI or blended images , All are in single Jpeg.

Shazral / © All rights reserved

I Need You To Love Me

Location:Padan Jawa, Selangor, Malaysia

Equipment: Canon 5D Mark II + EF 50mm f1.8 Mk II

Exif data

Camera:Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Exposure:0.006 sec (1/160)

Aperture:f2.8

Focal Length: 50 mm

ISO Speed: 200

Exposure Bias: 0 EV

Filter: -

-None of my photos are HDR or blended images, All are in single Jpeg.

-Semua gambar yang ada didalam stream saya adalah bukan HDR, harap maklum !

Shazral / © All rights reserved

Talent: Adam Mukhriz Bin Azralfikri

Location: Taman sri Muda, Selangor, Malaysia

Equipment: Canon 5D Mark II + EF 50mm f1.4 USM

-None of my photos are HDR or blended images, All are in single Jpeg.

-Semua gambar yang ada didalam stream saya adalah bukan HDR, harap maklum !

Shazral / © All rights reserved

Im Still Standing

Location: Seri Medan, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia

Equipment: Nikon D300 + Nikkor Af 85mm f1.8D

Large: farm3.static.flickr.com/2684/4248885715_fc664180fa_b.jpg

-None of my photos are HDR or blended images.

-Semua gambar yang ada didalam stream saya adalah bukan HDR, harap maklum !

thank you so much for doing this with me :)

you are sweet !

xoxo

5 fav Flickr Photos : Kulop Ludin

Salam

I love meeting new flickr friends

my 5 fav photos selected from Mr Kulop Ludin's 

have fun and be inspired by his photos click on the photos
to directly go to his photo stream ok :O)
you also can read more about his passion here and here

xoxo
fliffy

the oranges story

Salam

typical morning at work last week
i already decorate my desk
and hang on pretty papers, photos and card
on my wall

our Chinese students gave out 3 boxes of oranges ! 



i grabbed 4 of the oranges and cannot wait to dig in

and one of the orange was running away from the group ... into



my mouth ! yam yam

5 fav Flickr Photos : such pretty things'

Salam :)

I love my Flickr (i did mention about this last time)

having the recent contact photo from Flickr friends are inspiring

my flickr mail replied Jessica , and she is agreed to be the first
my 5 fav Flickr photos to show at my blog
i cant help myself when i look at pretty photos and hers are adorable in my ways
add her as your Flickr contact here and read more at her blog here

be inspired :O)

Candy Filled Heart Box

Target Tuesday: Valentine Heart Box Favors blogged at www.suchprettythings.typepad.com

Shabby Chic Picnic

A Shabby Chic Picnic blogged at www.suchprettythings.typepad.com

Pink Peony

Pink Peonies for Mother's Day blogged at www.suchprettythings.typepad.com

Target Tuesday: Mini Ice Cream parlour Glasses

Target Tuesday: Mini Ice Cream Parlour Glasses blogged at www.suchprettythings.typepad.com

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day: Vintage Candy Box blogged at www.suchprettythings.typepad.com

xoxo !!

photo therapy : cat , hubby, kids and ice cream

Salam :)

   

from left :
1. back at my parent place - the are cats that usually hanging around at the back of my mum's kitchen looked at them at lunch time was funny - the cat in the middle is with fierce looking face, and all of them spontaneously looking at my camera.. hehe - i love just to be lazy all day at my parent's place - i love when the kids were chatting and giggling with their grandparents - i love to just look at how my parent aging gracefully at home.

2. hubby enjoyed his lastest game in his HTC while adam was trying to interrupt - we had our early dinner at nearly restaurant but the taste is always too salty for me - better to cook back at home but again,, i am to lazy for everything this week.. hehe

3. i had a day off from work on the last wednesday - had a movie date with hubby , we watched Faster i gave 31/2 stars over 5 - always love fast action movie - had our double scoop of BR ice creams with a brownie below - yam yam yam - lucky i had my pink camera bag on wednesday :)

4. i love the contrast of pink and grey - and Mia is the cutest model i ever have ! mommy loves you babe :)

xoxo