Perfect Branding Ideas

This weekend was really a good one for me. I had time to create new business cards for my site, my photography business and my day job. I've got an alter ego to say the least but I had to keep it that way so I would stay organized. It may look like I have 3 personalities but the clientele is different. I seldom have people who need services that overlap with them but if ever I do I try to still see if they would lean towards one or the other. I don't actually have that much thought put into the company name for the photography business nor have I made a logo for it but I'm trying my best to still represent a brand with just the name. This reminds me... I think it would be better to have my own Custom Logo Design now that I'm gearing towards making this an official brand.

My idea of still having the word "light" on it stays to pay homage to my Masters. I've been lucky that I was taught by the best in the industry. I have this certain notion of having my brand to be at par with what they have been doing in the fashion photography industry and I'm killing most of my shots because of it. I only want to release those which pass my standards and I won't second guess myself this time like when I initially used to a few months back. It was really hard to tell you the truth; but if I'm going to do this and do justice to what they have taught me I have to play the right game. I want to be represented with a brand that would stand out from the crowd. I want to be more than the usual. I want it modern and unique but I have to make sure it represents me and my work well. Maybe institutions like LOGOMOJO can do the deed; I'll try and see if they can help me.

What do you think I should call this then?! Do you have any suggestions?!

Merry Christmas Everyone!

Play the video before reading this article. Come on now don't be a grinch! =)

It's morning... the 23rd of December and that's officially 2 days before Christmas. I haven't gone out shopping yet and I plan to probably dish out money for the kids since it'll be cheaper and less of a hassle. The not so grown up people might settle for what I can give them so that's not an issue. I didn't go to mass either to get a wish granted because as far as I'm concerned I'm kinda contented with what I have right now. I would have wanted more but that would really be greedy right?! Hell I've got a lot of plans for this weekend and I don't know what to actually do first heheh.

I'm taking this moment to thank everyone who supported me this 2010 and continue to be a religious follower of KUMAGCOW. You know who you are guys and I hope you make some time to stop and enjoy the time spent with your family these holidays as much as I do. I hope you all get what you wish for even if you don't believe in Santa Claus anymore because you have been naughty this year ha-ha! From my family to yours, have a wonderful Christmas and a happy new year!


P.S. Please say a little prayer for me if its not too much to ask. Thank you!

Wishing You Freedom from Debt!

Sometimes I wish there was someway I could get out of debt. I can't imagine how my life would be if I'm working just to pay an impossible debt. Doing something about this condition should be a priority so we won't be living salary to salary and end up only paying the interest than the actual debt itself. I'm not an expert but there are people who might actually do this for a living. Fixing structures and negotiating with banks is not on my resume but I would like to do this so I would not end up living a hard life. I'm still young but without saving a single centavo it would be impossible for me to become successful in the near future. I wish there were experts like J. Hass Group that would be able to help me do this. It would be a big help for those who do not know the runaround in this industry. I wouldn't want to end up being hounded by debt collectors like some friends I know.

Life is complicated and never easy but on instances that I wouldn't be able to pay for my debt I'd rather have them negotiated further so it would be easier to pay. Interest rates are too high these days and making the necessary arrangements to get these loans streamlined to a zero interest - payable in 6-12 months would be a huge help for anybody. If it would be a one time big time pay I wouldn't be able to eat or have money to work for the next month. My friends are already in this situation and I'm seeing them suffer a lot. Christmas is not an exception because they end up paying a little more because of our culture giving gifts to almost everyone we know. The bonuses simply fly out of our palms and next year we end up complaining that we're under debt more than what we used to be. Here's hoping for a year of freedom from debt! Here's to our dreams and aspiration too!

MY CHRISTMAS WISH THIS YEAR: A NOKIA C7

I've been working so hard my entire life. I am one of those middle class professionals that live paycheck to paycheck and couldn't even get a vacation. I haven't had one in 6 years. I was able to go out with my family with a measly budget just this last quarter of 2010; but I'm still paying for that now. Yes, its funny; but I got myself into debt. I'm still optimistic though since I got my bonuses I'd be able to pay for that. I've got several godchildren too to make matters worse (no pun intended my kumares and kumpadres!) so it wouldn't be easy on me this Christmas season. The deal is, I forgot one important thing...


I forgot all about ME.


You know that feeling that you sometimes get when you run out of money and you haven't bought yourself a single thing? I feel that every year. Unfortunately, I couldn't do anything about it because my priorities stay with my folks... and other people. You can say I'm a giver... and I fervently hope it doesn't sound so self serving; but I find happiness in that.


This time, I would like to be a little selfish even just for a while. I hope someone with a good heart out there gives me a NOKIA C7. Of all the things I could have asked for you might be wondering why right?!

It's simple...

You know when I started photography a couple of years ago I didn't really use a professional camera. But let me show you this:





Do you know what I used for taking these breathtaking photos? I used a NOKIA 6280. This was a trip out on the mountains off Zambales. I didn't have a DSLR camera then but do you know why I got into this art form? I used a 2 megapixel camera for these shots and they turned out great, how much more if I had a very powerful phone. Just imagine what images I can capture using the 8 megapixel camera of the C7! It was one of the few things that inspired me to take photography seriously!

I wouldn't have to worry also if I stayed in remote places since a fully charge C7 battery can last me around 2 days or more for stand by time. I can also dedicate 28 to 32 hours of heavy use with this unit for text messaging and calling. It wouldn't also bore me on trips since I can get 14 hours of pure unadulterated music play or 10 to 12 hours of WIFI surfing from any access point. I'm a social media expert and I need to be online 24/7 so this is indeed a good alternative if I'm on a break than bringing my 2 pound laptop along in my haversack traversing several mountains and cripple myself in the long run. The build is so elegant and thin I wouldn't be too shy to take out my phone in public because it's not going to look dirt scratched like the one I have now. I need a replacement obviously but I've delayed it for the longest time. If there's something else better it would only be a NOKIA C7. I'm impressed by the ease of use and faster operating system (Symbian3) as it can also run on slow processors hence extending the battery life. Saving MP3 music can also be a cinch from your message Inbox and can be done by simply going to Options > Save. For frustrated DJ's like me, you can simply line up your kind of music and use the built in transmitter and broadcast through your car stereos or music system since any external FM receiver can do the job! You can't even compare this with IPHONE because it'll play flash videos, a thing the latter couldn't do!

I wouldn't get lost with this phone too. The "pinch to zoom" for navigation software OVI Maps can take care of me if ever I do. Technology has really made things easier for people like me who sometimes lose sense of direction. I wouldn't worry that much because as far as Social Networks are concerned, this is the thing that can get you connected to the Internet lightning fast on WIFI and 3G. It can give you updates from Social Networks directly to your home screen. All their applications have diversity, function and relevance unlike others that just create them like hotcakes.

My wish is simple. I want the Nokia C7 phone because I love to keep in touch with family and friends. I love gadgets made with metal surfaces, glass and something that looks transparent. I would like to have a phone that has state of the art social media features that fits nicely in my hand, a good camera with a big clear display and a touchscreen. It will be my companion, I'll treat it like a friend. I want a phone designed for people. I love the C7 because it's like a window without physical obstacles to reach your loved ones, friends and family. If that isn't enough reason for me to get one this Christmas, I wouldn't know any other phone that could.

I make wishes, I have dreams and I still want to believe that someday, somehow, someone will get me that Nokia C7. This is my chance and I'm taking it! I'm thankful!