How optimistic are you, for 2021?

Reflecting on 2020 and starting 2021, it felt much like putting my dirty linen into the washing machine and letting it swirl and whirl around. Think about it, the clothes we needed to wear served their purpose, and now after washing it - we're going to go through the same motion of wearing the same clothes albeit for different purposes/functions.

Already 10 months into 2020 and I can't believe that so much as happened. This year has been especially interesting for me personally, because of the number of couples who have had family not being able to attend their wedding, a special day of celebration. It is heart-wrenching.

Tamarind Hill is pretty far away from where I live. But every time a couple lets me know that they will be holding their special engagement/wedding/solemnisation ceremony there, my eyes will light up hahaha.

Tucked away from the bustling cityscape, the lush garden setting was also the excellent venue choice of Ben and Kirsty's.

Iryna and Roger was the first couple I’ve photographed since the circuit breaker relaxed its restrictions during these trying times. They wanted a solemnisation to remember for years to come, especially in Singapore, where they are based for this period.

After several postponements of their wedding in Australia and Singapore, Tricia and Daniel decided to proceed with the ROM first before planning the two weddings at a later stage. The Covid19 situation has definitely not made life easier for everyone, but we press on. One zoom call to Australia and we’re underway.

Nigel’s a staunch Manchester United supporter. Amanda’s a hardcore Liverpool fan. What happens when you date someone (and then marry) from your fierce rivals? Hilarity and of course, love beyond anything you can imagine. Really hit off with these two, especially when we started talking about football and my love, Leeds United. What a pair.

As always, it’s good to be back photographing their wedding at the magnificent Andaz Hotel.

Stephen and Vanessa had already went through their wedding celebrations back in London but felt the need to hold a small, intimate gathering of sorts for both families in Singapore. We took our time on deciding the venue for their first look and the letter exchange before proceeding to the exchange of vows. I need to do this more often. Be more deliberate, breathe and not rush into things.

There are different ways of planning up for your big day celebration. Some spend years anticipating and going through meticulous planning in the hope of not disappointing themselves or those in attendance. To witness and cover Shi Hui and Dennis’ wedding at Sentosa’s Panamericana is like attending a wonderfully crafted yet intimate, emotionally grand affair.

It's amazing how far these two beautiful human beings have come since I met them 10 years ago. Sherlene was a part-time diploma school mate and even during then, she had already forged a strong relationship with Terence.

Of course, I said yes when they approached and wanted to entrust their special wedding day to me, which was held at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport.