E V E R Y D A Y . B E A U T I F U L . P U R P O S E F U L
March 19, 2013 Leave a comment
Thanks to Phooth Photo Services – Great props and superb instant photo printing! All of us had so much fun at the Lionnel & Joey’s Wedding Photo Booth last night! Many guests were so engrossed in the photo shoots and the wedding helpers had a tough time to get them into the banquet hall. Check out all the funny shots at Phooth’s Facebook Page!
February 15, 2013 Leave a comment
(Photo Taken: Having fun at the Canon Kitchen Showroom, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong)
December 24, 2012 Leave a comment
(Photo Taken: “Tranquility” at Shangri-La Hotel, Hong Kong Park)
December 10, 2012 Leave a comment
My friend Agnes is right. Recently, she went to London and she blogged an amazing post about the Harry Potter Studio. We decided to put this as our 1st stop in our 3-day London trip. What an amazing we had!
Opened on 31st March 2012, the 150,000-sqft Harry Potter Studio just welcomed its 1st Millionth Visitor today! (Damn, we just missed hitting the jackpot!). Just like what Warner Bros Studio promises – Secrets will be revealed. For the first time, fans of Harry Potter have the chance to go behind-the-scenes and be on the sets. This is the same studio where the sets were built and shot. These are the REAL STUFFS – real props, real costumes and real settings! I find it very fascinating to be in the same space where they shot all the movie scenes. It is enchanting!
What’s amazing is the personal digital tour guide. For a rental fee of £5, each of us were given an iPod Touch device. It is more than just an audio guide. It has lots of rich media content such as video and interactive maps for the user to navigate and interact. Very interesting and user-friendly indeed.
Be prepared to spend more than 3-4 hours exploring every space, the studio is big! The tour is free and easy – you can explore around at your own pace. There are lots of details here to be discovered. Look out for the superb craftsmanship and efforts behind the making. You find yourself immersed in many familiar sets and iconic props. And for as low as £12, you can ride “digitally” like Harry on a magical broom (in front of a green screen of course – with wind blowing in your hair to enhance the flying experience!). It is something we can’t resist!
The souvenir shop is just as amazing. There are so many movie-replicas that you can purchase – Wands, broomsticks, swords, sweaters, hats, chocolate frogs, accessories and even the horcrux which Harry destroyed in the movie.
For the sake of many others who are planning to visit the studio – I shall not disclose too much here to avoid spoiling the key surprises which the studio intended for its visitors. No photograph or word in this blog can replace the real experience. It is best to discover them for yourself. It is 100% worth the visit if you holidaying in London (and you are a Harry Potter fan). It is simply magical! (Note: Tickets must be booked in advance at http://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk. Adult: £28, Children: £21)
November 10, 2012 Leave a comment
(Photo Taken: Already in town – Meet Lego Santa at Times Square, Hong Kong. This is awesome! Can’t wait to bring Elkan there next weekend! Elkan and Felicia were there last night! They love it! Congrats Times Square, you never fail to surprise and impress us, year after year!)
October 21, 2012 Leave a comment
For years, Hong Kong has been blasting us with their most infamous phase “Delay No More” by GOD (Goods of Desire). Finally, someone in Singapore has created retaliated with our very own Super Pun “超级白”! Thanks to Singapore’s top designers Casey and Eugene, they got me a very special limited edition SuperWhite T-shirt. Best of all, I got my favourite serial number “Box 2 of 100”! I promised the designer to parade his t-shirt in front of the Hong Kong Victoria Harbour! Bet I am the first to glorify this in Hong Kong. Sadly, only the Singaporean, Malaysian and Taiwanese would understand this pun. I love the disclaimer printed on the packaging – it says “Sworn by Generations. Use with care.” Hahah.. so true. My dad and my Ah Beng buddies will love this! I am looking forward to their next edition!
If you wish to own this very special Made-in-Singapore Limited Edition T-shirt (Price: SGD35), chat with the friendly creators at SuperWhite @ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreSuperWhite. Enjoy the video below!
October 21, 2012 Leave a comment
Imagine having a bowl of goldfish without the hassle to maintain it. The water is perpetually clear and there is no need to feed the fish. Yes, such pet exists and it comes with a hefty price tag. If you can afford to pay HKD36,000 for a goldfish, head down to Harbour City today. (Seriously, I almost paid for one until Echo pulled me out of this magical fish gallery!)
Japanese artist Riusuke Fukahori is here! His 3D goldfish art is legendary. I was at his gallery this afternoon and I overheard some old ladies’ funny conversations about the goldfish artworks. “Ai yoo…this artist is so sick. He made a live sample out of this poor living fish!” I can’t blame their ignorance, his paintings are so amazingly realistic that they are easily mistaken as real fish in resin. No wonder the old ladies walked away in disgust, these are marvellous optical illusions.
Riusuke Fukahor’s works are now on display at Harbour City (Level 2, Gallery), Hong Kong from 18th Oct to 5th Nov 2012. Check out how he painted those realistic fish, watch the youtube video below:
October 2, 2012 Leave a comment
Absolut Vodka has done it again! Here is one rare opportunity to own a “one of its kind” edition bottle design. This October, Absolut Vodka launched 4 million exclusive uniquely-decorated bottles for sale in 80 global travel retail markets. Every bottle is unique – no 2 bottles are identical. Each comes with its unique serial number. What a truly amazing and remarkable marketing feat! I just got mine – 3 unique bottles! (thanks to my good Taiwanese friend, Chen, and Tracy who bought these from Changi and KL Airports respectively!). Get yours today for only SGD27. With 4 million different designs, you be spoilt for choices! This special edition is only exclusive in travel retail. Check out the making of Absolut Vodka “Unique” video.
October 2, 2012 Leave a comment
Instead of the usual “Please Make Up Room” or “Do Not Disturb” signs, here are some really creative and uncanny hotel room door tags by Pullman Hotel, Shanghai.
September 16, 2012 Leave a comment
Opened in April 2012 – The Canon iSquare Showroom is impressive! I wondered what took me so long to discover this place. Thanks to a work errand, we came here yesterday to check out some Canon print accessories.
I love the design and concept of this space – it is iconic, contemporary, experiential and organic. Experiences sell products. There are different “try-on zones” for different product lines (EOS, Powershot, 1XUS, Pixma, EF Lens). I like the “paparazzi lens” zone. It makes absolutely sense for shoppers to try the lens outside the windows. The powerful lens allow me to zoom into buildings across the building. Gosh, I saw a store-man napping on a table. Poor neighbours, their privacy are constantly and unintentionally exposed under these “curious voyeurs”.
Canon can certainly do more to improve its offerings at the showroom. Canon can showcase more of its future tech / new releases so it demonstrate its leadership as the frontier of photographic / film / print technology. (My only disappointment is they do not have any Canon EOS M for me to try on.) This helps to differentiate Canon Showroom from the normal retail shops. There should be a bigger section on accessories. Canon should also consider having a classroom to offer free photography classes for new avid photographers. Lastly, I always think it is a bad idea to put the service center right beside the showroom – I just don’t think it is a right mix. If possible, put them on separate floors. Overall, it is still a great space for Canon fans to come and experience.
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