Behind the scenes

As a photographer I cover a lot of events. Ranging from parties, concerts, product launching, store opening to fashion shows. This time instead of shooting just the models at the fashion show, I was given the task to document what goes on behind the scenes.

It's all about details...  So first in the list was to shoot shoes, clothes, accessories, etc.

Next, is the scene inside the hair and make-up room. 

The make-up artists having last minute briefing before models start to arrive.

During the rehearsal... the director giving instructions to models.

Sound check at the DJ booth.  That lady can sing! Too bad I didn't get her name. 

The DJ mixing up the beat.

I finished the first part of the shoot at around 2pm. I went home, got some rest then returned again in the evening to shoot the second part, the fashion show itself.

The catwalk.

Some non-alcoholic drinks for the guests. ;-)

And then, it's showtime.

Photographers and camera men...

Again, it's all about details...

It was a long and tiring day. But then again, I love my job. So, no complaints here. =)

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The Amazing Valeria!

No, she's not a magician. But she is amazing! 

Valeria Baigacheva is an artistic performer based here in Dubai, UAE. She does what I call "acrobatic stuff". You know, the kind of stuff you see in the circus. And I love watching circus. Who doesn't? That's why I got excited when I got a  call from her to do a photo shoot of her new act. 

It's not the first time I've seen her perform. Last year, I did a photo shoot of her doing an acrobatic duo act, juggling and unicycling.

This time, she did a solo aerial act. It's like having my own private circus show. How awesome is that?! =)

I love her costume here. It reminds me of Mary Poppins, one of my favorite films when I was a kid. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!

What's more amazing is that she makes her own costumes! You can find more about her here. And if you ever decide to hire her for your next event, don't forget to tell her you got her details from me. ;-)

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