, originally uploaded by fiyaasz.

Last weekend, I had a great opportunity to take photographs of my friend, Zahabia's aunt's cats. I had such an enjoyable time and I was very satisfied with the shoot. This particular cat here is called Shadow and she's pregnant. She a mixed breed of Persian and street cat. The reason why cats make an interesting photograph is because they are able to depict emotions.

"A cat’s brain is biologically more similar to a human brain than it is to a dog’s. Both humans and cats have identical regions in their brains that are responsible for emotions."
Source: http://facts.randomhistory.com/interesting-facts-about-cats.html

Click on the photograph for more shots & enjoy!

It's a sea ever churning in tides, originally uploaded by fiyaasz.

I only realized recently how fortunate I am to actually have a stable job. If I was a student at this point of time, I don't think I would be able to afford to upgrade my camera equipment and flash accessories. Buying and renting props costs money as well. Maybe it was fated that I would end up having a job instead to financially support myself.

Nevertheless, I do have plans of going back to school. I'm in the midst of preparation of applying to a couple of schools and hopefully *cross my fingers* be accepted for the October intake. Lasalle and Raffles Education are 2 such institutions I'm looking at.

I have been pushing aside my photoshoot plans due to an increase number of paid assignments. However, I have 3 personal shoots lined up till March and I'm so excited! I will be working with 2 new models and hope all goes well. This will add new work to my portfolio for school admission so hence the rush.

Always accept the situation or circumstance you are in regardless whether it's something you have envisioned or not. Be positive and make the best use of it and continue working towards your goal. Even if it slows you down or tears you apart. Ultimately, you will reach there one day.

That's a small but fruitful lesson I have learnt from this experience.

“Face your fears and doubts, and new worlds will open to you.”, originally uploaded by fiyaasz.

Forgive my absence in LJ. I have not blogged for almost 4 months. I was in a phase where I did not feel like sharing my thoughts to the world. When life takes an unexpected turn on you, you just want to crawl and hide in your shell. It takes time to step up and let go of the rejection, uncertainty and fear.

There is a list of memorable events which explains my absence. My recent trip to India in June, rejection for my appeal to ntu and adjusting to my new job in the events industry during the month of ramadan (which left me extremely worn-out and tired).

My job is fine. It's mondays to fridays from 9am-6pm and i sell events. The workload is manageable. I still have energy to do photoshoots on the weekends. The pay is good enough for me and I like the fact that I'm financially independent. But hell, I still miss school.

Make it easy for a little bit longer., originally uploaded by fiyaasz.

“Patience is waiting. Not passively waiting. That is laziness. But to keep going when the going is hard and slow - that is patience.”
- Unknown

( Dear God, if you're reading this.. )

I want, originally uploaded by fiyaasz.

I just inserted the envelope which will determine my future into the post office mailbox. I had trouble sleeping last night. Unnecessary thoughts kept me bugging me and i woke up still feeling exhausted. Mentally exhausted. All because I'm submitting my portfolio today.

I'm such such a worry wart

Tiara, originally uploaded by fiyaasz.

Whenever I have photoshoots, I spend an ample amount of time thinking of concepts and poses for the models days beforehand. However, yesterday was totally unexpected. I was supposed to take still images of Amir's music video but I ended up taking shots of his MUA aka cousin with gorgeous red hair. It was the first time I have met and seen her and I had not planned anything so I had to think on my feet. Thankfully, the evening sun was also on my side.

Thank you, Tiara:)