Uncategorized Archives - Point Blank Studios

26

Aug

Hair Works

Carefully placed snoot and honeycomb grid modifiers brought out the hair texture on the models. Depending on which hair product was used, a wet or matte finish was successfully achieved. Thank you to our friend Ara Fernando for grooming and hair styling. Production Credits: Client: Cosmetique Asia - Hair WorksPhotographers: Jay Tablante & Paulo Navarra

24

Aug

Smart Infinity Changemaker

A quick shoot during a pandemic made up of the bare essentials: 1 photog, 1 assistant, 1 make-up artist, 1 fashion stylist and 2 very cooperative talents with the female talent who also happens to be the client! The result? Four layouts done in less than an hour! Production Credits Client: Smart Infinity

09

Aug

Del Monte Fruit Juice

The hardest part about this project is shooting the juice. We had to capture splashes mid air in the right shape needed for the key visual. It took several gallons, a big basin and alot of patience. Also be prepared with a mop to clean the sticky floor after. And of course, the juice is actually delicious! Production Credits Client: Del Monte PhilippinesAgency: Wunderman ThompsonPhotographer: Jay Tablante

09

Aug

Langnese Honey

Posting up some past campaigns for lifestyle + food we did.

02

Aug

Advertising, Betadine, Manila, nevermissashot, Paulo Navarrra, paulonavarra, Philippines, Photography, Point Blank Studios, PointBlankMNL

Betadine Feminine Care

Now more than ever, self care needs to be at the top of our list. All of us in one way or another feel increasing stress from our day to day work juggling deadlines and maintaining a household among so many other things while exacerbated by a worldwide pandemic. We feel a variety of external pressures closing in and we must be equipped to rise above it. We at Point Blank support everyone out their as we try to get by together. It's okay to not be okay. Ever so often we encounter clients who communicate this valuable message. We…

29

Oct

Kombucha Kat

Quick photography work for an LA-based kombucha brand. The family happened to be visiting back home (pre-pandemic), and thought of having a quick photoshoot done before heading back.

07

Oct

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Sarabia Optical

Here's some trivia! These sunglasses were shot in 2014 but I made some 2020 post production edits on them. Fortunately, there is an abundance of time during this pandemic to revisit old images and work on backlog. I thought of putting these high-end sunglasses against some very interesting coffee table book photos to match their design and vibe. Most of these were lit using just one hard light to the side along with some white reflector cards and gobos. There clearly was an emphasis on detail and craftsmanship. Personally, I find it worthwhile to revisit old photo shoots. Depending on…

05

Feb

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Wish Ko Lang

Both Jay and I would agree that the studio is our happy place. And for good and practical reason. We're both such control freaks that we would rather simulate the look of a golden sunset or an overcast day with artificial lighting in the convenience of an indoor space with AC, rather than out there with all the heat and smog. (We're brats that way). And sometimes we just can't refuse the call of the great outdoors - and also because, our clients insist and we excitedly oblige and take on the challenge! For this particular shoot with GMA, I…

17

Jan

donut, Food, Krispy Kreme, original glazed, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Point Blank Studios, PointBlankMNL

Krispy Kreme

Who doesn't like donuts? And more importantly, who doesn't like Krispy Kreme? I remember, already quite a long time ago, those days that we would beg a visiting relative from the US to hand carry at least a dozen of these original sugar glazed babies on their plane ride to Manila. It was on everyone's pasalubong list and once the anticipation was over, savored each sweet bite. No other experience can match its melt-in-your-mouth one of a kind softness. Fast forward to my photo shoot for Krispy Kreme. Shooting, while eating made me reminisce about those sweet old days. There…

11

Jan

Maan D'Asis Pamaran, Manila, Paulo Navarra, Philippines, photographer, Photography, Point Blank, Point Blank Manila

Grateful

And just like that, 10 years have gone by - a thrilling ride to say the least. It may not be the most prestigious award but it sure feels that way and to me, a timely and fitting way to mark a decade in the industry. Thank you to my friend, Maan D'Asis Pamaran who invited me to contribute and to landscape photographer extraordinaire for giving her the lead. ;-P Interestingly, I've worked with Maan only once and eons ago on a lifestyle article I already forgot about. I've since been an avid follower of her humorous and enlightening Facebook…