Photography Archives - Point Blank Studios

27

Sep

Advertising, GFIber, Globe, Manila, nevermissashot, Pamilya Kaya, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Philippines, Photography, Point Blank Studios, PointBlankMNL

GFiber Pamilya Kaya

Staying connected online is undeniably an essential part of day to day living. Here is a family we can all relate to! Introducing Pamilya Kaya! Production Credits Client: Globe GFiber Prepaid Agency: Ogilvy

19

Apr

Advertising, EJ Obiena, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Photography, Point Blank Studios, PointBlankMNL, Puregold

Puregold: EJ Obiena

When you get to meet and work with a record-breaking pole vaulter like EJ Obiena, you can't help but bring your A game to the photo shoot. I always mange to come prepared the past decade but photographing the Olympian and seeing how passionate and determined he is at his sport reignited that fire and reminded me of my own purpose. Not only did his dedication rub off on me but his humility and sincerity as well. Such a nice guy! Go EJ Obiena! Go Philippines! Production Credits Client: Puregold Agency: Re:Public

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…

19

May

Jay Tablante, Paulo Navarra, Photography, Point Blank Studios

Demo Reel 2021

https://youtu.be/wd5AMz2LMPg Since lockdown started, we've somehow learned to work around the limbo that was 2020. Even if we've had to shoot from home for a time, we've discovered new ways to stay busy and persistently creative while staying connected. There's always a silver lining through all of this and with safety protocols and mandatory swab tests in place, we in Point Blank are very much grateful to be able to still do what we love doing and that is making great quality eye popping content for all of you. It's just a matter of time (and patience!) before we get…

Behind The Scenes: Descendants of the Sun

19

Mar

Descendants of the Sun, DOTS, GMA, Manila, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Philippines, Photography, Point Blank Studios, PointBlankMNL

Behind The Scenes: Descendants of the Sun

What happens when we can't have the photo shoot on location? We bring the location to the studio! When you're at the mercy of inclement weather and there are deadlines to beat, the job of a production designer/art department becomes all the more crucial. For GMA Network's version of the koreanovela Descendants of the Sun, an army camp and barracks had to be painstakingly recreated inside a small space for the pictorial. I have to admit that our PD did quite a very awesomely meticulous job with the details and textures we worked with on that day. I think that…

19

Mar

Advertising, Gianina Ocampo, maternity, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Photography, PointBlankMNL, PROMAMA, PROMAMA Philippines

PROMAMA Philippines

The ability of a model to conjure just the right kind of emotion with her face and body as the photographer captures those decisive moments is part of the 'magic' of photography. There's a dynamic here that may or may not result in the best images. Working with a model (professional or not) is most rewarding when she doesn't hold back, when she's not afraid to look silly, when she infects everyone on set with her energy and when she gives more then what is asked with her - this is a portrait photographer's dream. When this happens, the photographer…

01

Dec

Manila, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Philippines, Photography, Point Blank Studio Productions, Point Blank Studios, PointBlankMNL, SM Advantage

The new SMAC

Here are some head shots for the new SM Advantage Card. This rebranding is very timely just before the Christmas rush! Simple setup really! A beauty dish above center and in front of talent and a soft box right behind the photographer. For added punch, a hairlight falling on the talent's head and shoulders! [supsystic-gallery id='89'] Photography: Paulo NavarraAgency: PropelClient: SM Advantage

05

Mar

Fashion, IGeneration, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Photography, Point Blank Manila, Point Blank Studios, PointBlankMNL, Portrait, youth

IGeneration: The Filipino Youth Today

While Millennials, born in the early 1980s, continue to be a driving force in the world, an even more fascinating generation is on the rise, poised to contribute even more rapid change in today's evolving culture and technology. Enter the iGeneration aka Generation Z and who were born in 1994 and later and grew up with a smartphone in hand. Similar to Millennials, iGens share constant connectedness in today's ubiquitous social media landscape. Find out more about them here. [supsystic-gallery id=86] Client: IGenerationPhotography: Paulo Navarra

05

Feb

behind the scenes, behindthescenes, bts, GMA Network, GMA7, Manila, nevermissashot, Paulo Navarra, paulonavarra, Philippines, photo shoot, Photography, PointBlankMNL, Vicky Morales, Wish Ko Lang

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…

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…