Loy, Qianyi, Mark and Jon

Loy, Qianyi, Mark and Jon,
I know the photos are long overdue.
Apologies for my belated-ness,
However, I've bitten off more than I can chew!

Please do give me a little while more,
I've just completed the kitty piece.
My grandma's out of her hospital stint,
Now, my heart and fingers have got more peace.

Ahoy, what's this?
An unexpected trip!

Never fear, my dears!
When I return from Perth,
My flickr will give birth,
To pictorial parodies,
To make you smile and tease.

xxoo.
clara

Mugsy

Meet Mugsy the cat. A beautiful "Mask-Face" kitty residing in a garden in New Zealand. She has been made famous in the website, http://www.mooseyscountrygarden.com/

My mother first stumbled upon this site when she was web-surfing on garden stuff. From then on, we were hooked onto the pets section of this online community of all things plants and animals!

They have an especially big family of cats and this of course, was the factor which drew me to this site.

M is for Mugsy, but it also stands for Miracle and Miraculous. She was hit by a car and left for dead when a passing vet saved her feline life. As the saying goes, Cats have 9 lives. Mugsy is an obvious example of this!

We love this cat and I found it compelling to draw this feline. A Slipper Orchid graces her surroundings as she peeps out from under it. It signifies that Mother Nature will always be a friend to her and protect her through her earthly life, and beyond.

I hope you enjoy this artistic interpretation of the cat and orchid.

xxoo,
Cheers to Mugsy!

PHOTOS ARE COMING SOON.

Personal Personality

There are some people who were created and brought to Earth, with the pleasent disposition to garner a whole menagerie of friends. There are others, though, who simply do not.

Is this "pre-disposition", pre-defining our destination and lot in life, or are we (I) just finding a convenient excuse for our (self imposed) solitari-ness.

My twenty-eeef! birthday is approaching and I am looking to it with the same amount of dread and trepidation you would a circumcision - or castration, whichever you find more terrifying. I used to love birthdays. The cake, the candles, the PRESENTS! The presents were always amazing. Well, there was THAT one year where my mother gave me a packet of black chinese cat erasers... and also the time when i got a furry giraffe photo-frame...

%^&*(*&^%$%%^*(*!^!^!!!!

Oh Sod It.

Birthdays were never that great for me. However, the big 2-0 presents an even greater reality-realization for me. No longer will the word, TEEN, grace the end of my digit. Gone were the days of reading Daddy-Long-Legs over and over again (and getting away with it). And darn, is that one more wrinkle I see on my brow?

Despite all these apparent tragedies, the thing that bugs me the most is the fact that, well, I paid a visit to my Life File. It was empty.

...

Nothing I ever did, ever completed, ever thought I accomplished, ever mattered! I always tried (albeit consciously or not remains a mystery) to put up a very impersonal front to my friends. Possessing as well, a very unshakable belief in using accomplishments and works done by my own strength, in validating and defining ME, Clara, as a person worthy enough for space on this Earth.

It is, perhaps, time for me...

Wait.

No.

Not perhaps.

I HAVE decided to finally unravel the mess which is me, (a puzzle even to the authoress), and unfurl my true identity. The genuine characteristics which form my personhood. Not the loud, boisterous voice which i choose daily to hide behind. Nor the running (never did define me, nor my muscles). My art will never be great if I do not let my signature style flow. Worst of all, I can never be a better daughter, express my true emotions as a partner to my significant other, or have the personal closeness I secretly yearn for with my sister.

Many people have looked at me, incredulously I must add, when I mention I am postponing my University Education in Vancouver for a year. I admit, I kick myself up the arse sometimes when I think about it. Thankfully, these episodes are far and few between now, if not I will be paying a visit to the doctor for hernia surgery for my bereaved hiney right now.

There are alot of things alot of people do not know about me and it will take alot of time to explain why I do what I do. What I do not know about myself could probably fill one of those books I plan to write someday.

I guess the housing situation (a desperate lack of it in Vancouver), has thrust me very forcefully in front of the mirror to face a reflection in which I am loathe to examine. However, upon closer inspection, twenty years of neglect have left it in a very sorry state, close to shatter.

I drew this flower quite some time ago. The Passionflower's bloom drew me to draw it. After years of hiding in a tight bunch, with a huge stick-up-my-arse, I have finally decided, to Unfurl. And this time, its no longer by Light. Just Clara.

Clara in Vancouver

Hello everyone! I know I have not updated since about 2 months ago. I am now in Vancouver, Canada. It is very cold and dry here. Well, don't expect a very long description of Vancouver on my blog, I know if you want to find out more about British Columbia you can google it.

Time Lag? - Behind Singapore 15 hours.
Jet-Lag? - Damn straight.

You smell pines everywhere you walk. Its very refreshing and a nice change from smokey Singapore.

These flowers say HI! to me everytime I pass by.

No shortage of Asian cuisine in Vancouver.It is dominated by Asians. The Crystal Mall in Metrotown provides foods which look very authentic, they taste authentic too!

Aunty Irene and my Mommy standing in front of this store which sells very good 'xiao long bao', small dragon buns? Nah, incorrect English translation.

Justin would eat this in ten seconds... no, make that five.

Super Suishi, flying through space and time! Haha. I like the Japanese options in Vancouver.

Justin (Bear) and Joel (my cousin), would have a real male bonding session over an apple candy treat.

They sold Balut Eggs (google it kids) in TNT, an Asian delicacy in an Asian Supermart. Metrotown is FULL of groceries.

They had a dinosaur exhibition in Metrotown's mall. Mommy here!

No shortage of fresh veges in the supermarts. Nice and good selections are available in TNT, Safeway etc. etc.

Caps! Nightshade plant.

Lettuce entertain you. Let us entertain you.

Yes, let ME entertain you.

I hope you guys had a good time browsing my picture adventures!

xxoo
Cheers to BC.

frustrations.

i just wanted to say,

Its just NO POINT in trying to keep in contact with your friends/loved ones when they do not bother to reply/respond to your messages and calls. Why try so hard? Chill Clara, Chill.

Fuck you people.

i LOVE sea shots.

There is something about a sea shot which makes it a great shot.

I love having a picture with my subjects caught up in a "moment". A significant snapshot in time which made a difference just for that nanosecond. All is caught in my camera lens, then successfully transformed into a print which performs for an audience.


The public service announcement: No vandals!! We found some inert scribbling on a signage post at Pulao Ubin, at Chek Jawa.


Dedication to our Tour Guide.


Spin of a Donna Karan Fashion Advert, using the heat of the day as the feel for the ad. Mark's finger pose at the back compliments Loy's grimace! =D


I predict that Loy will one day become the next David Attenborough or something. Have you bought your copy of his 3-disk DVD set on Sea Creatures of the World? Haha.


I love making pseudo movie posters. This one was inspired by The Happening.


The Watchers Part ll: It
Guess who is It?


MISSING!


Inspired by the TV series, Lost! However, my movie holds more of a touching, meaningful tale.

On a serious note, i cannot believe dogs like Pajang who roam Chek Jawa in Pulao Ubin, are facing annihilation soon! The doggy was very friendly and sociable. It was, however, suffering from malnutrition as it's ribs could be seen very clearly from the sides.
I wish homes could be given to the dogs on this island, especially Panjang, i can forsee him being a friendly companion, despite his obvious mongrel ancestries.

Animal/Pet biographies have been growing in popularity recently, filling the shelves of bookstores and those of young children.

Snapshot.


Videos will take some time. Somehow Blogger does not load my videos!!

I LOVE WATER!!

xxoo
Cheers to the sea.

okok!! i know! - a poem and a doodle-

alrighty, just a few updates.
i know, i know.
it's been a while,
but life has taken it's toll!

the pictures,
are coming!
just give me some time,
soon you'll be humming.(?!)

i just finished my marathon,
and i got 2 more drawings to complete,
but soon you'll see the pictorial parodies,
i promise, no more mark choo's feet.



xxoo.
Cheers to Adidas Sundown!! a great big congrats to everyone to completed it as well!

presents over tea or tea over gifts.

Buying gifts can be tiring. Often times it can sap the energy from you without you noticing. Taking an entire evening to settle on 2 shirts may seem superflous, but needed.


Miss Ah-lisa.

Zi Jian's such a sport!!

Candid shot. Khairul pimping himself out first.

Power to the cameras!!!

I have a theory. Khai's hair has a life of it's own. Evidence presented.

3 guys and 3 girls!

Tea with the guys before Loy went off to the US!
We had it at Fosters and after that we played Taboo at Ridgewood's Haato, before heading off to Raffles for a Soupy Spoon dinner.

We could not think of a place to eat for dinner, thus Loy suggested holding the pedestrain lightpole for inspiration. Loy has the best ideas!

Pizza at Hatoo in Ridgewood!

Tea at Fosters cost S$91.80. Yummy!!

This shot is puuurrrrfect. I love it. When will you EVER see Jon sporting such an evil-esqe expression?

The scones were the best shite ever. It was so disgustingly yummy. Don't you think Loy looks like he is holding an invisible teacup?

Haha. Ok, i will post more photos soon. I just uploaded all of them. Still many more to come!!

xxoo.
Cheers to tea and presents!! Both yummy things to have.

More photos!

2 photos which were begging me to be edited, flipped and pinched to an inch of their life are being posted here.

Mark bought a new fishing rod which was supposed to be able to withstand a certain weight. This is me, being a guinea pig.

It's fun (but very tiring) to do the fake ads.

But if it makes you (or even if it's only Jonny), smile, it's worth it. =P


Dinner the other day at Shokudo (a Japanese version of Marche), was eventful.

We spent the dinner discussing about Qian Yi's new job, the Passion Run which both Mark and Qian Yi are taking part in etc etc.

It was a good time to catch up with friends, and also a photo oppurtunity for me to capture my friends back at home before i leave for another continent.

Mark has problems. He tears up way too much when he yawns, and he yawns alot. Expect to see waterfalls at about 4 in the afternoon and later in the evening. Mark looks quite sad here doesn't he?

Alright, now he looks too chipper.I think his face is very flexible, because he seems to be able to mold it into a wide array of expressions.

Which girl does not love shoes?I would DRIVE in those. It would be so fabulous. Plus i love horses, such a graceful animal. ADORE those "Horseshoes" at the back, primal yet wickedly delicious.

Scrumptious!

It was HARD trying to get a decent 3 people photo in that tiny space! I totally blocked Mark's face out. Just for laughs!

Ahh... there we go! Let's all say cats.

I will definately miss her. I enjoy talking to her. She's easy-going, and I can make her laugh. I love making people laugh. I forsee she's going to do great in her job (though it may be tough for now, we believe in you!).

I TOLD you. Look at that face! I can't do that! (and i won't, 'cos i'll look like really, really awful).
It's unfair that he morphs his face and still looks decent.

Mark and Qian Yi in Shokudo!! How did you guys find the food?

This expresses my sentiments towads the long lines of women standing in front of the toilet mirrors, entranced by their own reflection and ignorant of the other people who actually NEED to use the bathroom facilities for purposes other than vanity issues and ego boosting sessions.

A spin on Evita Peroni Ads. The clip used is an authentic Evita Peroni clip. I LOVE their products. Finely made to last with some of the best designs around.


Remember to smile ALWAYS Qian Yi, you look beautiful. =)

Thanks for letting me spread laughs!

My upcoming post will be most likely either photos with VIDEOS! or some designs. Most likely the former. =)

xxoo
Cheers to Japanese food and fun friends.

jUST fer LAFS...//.....!!

I took over 200 photos.

Only a few will make it into my blog.

I hope these photos amuses you!

MORE PHOTOS ARE UP, BUT!
OK. THIS POST IS STILL NOT YET COMPLETE. GIMMIE SOME TIME. =D

Going out with friends... all you need are some good ones willing to do silly but fun things with you. We went out cycling from Changi to East Coast, but made a pit stop before East Coast to catch a beautiful scene with the trees along this canal area. The bulk of the photos were taken here as we waited for sunset and beyond. The woody areas looked best at night.

THE ADVERTISMENTS
Tree Climbing Ad

Sports Brand Ad.

Clothing Brand, Jonny Ad.

Clothing Brand, Loyy Ad.

Clothing Brand, Marc Ad.

Which one did you think looked the most real?!

Acting Class Ad.

THE BESTSELLER

TWOTHUMBS.UP DEBUT CD COVER

TWOTHUMBS.UP DEBUT CD JACKET/SONGLIST

TWOTHUMBS.UP PROMO. POSTER

TWOTHUMBS.UP POSTER

NICE MOMENTS

We finally showcased each other's Botanical Drawings! (see previous post)

Love this shot.

FUNNI-NESS

Real cool Mark... real cool...

Ok, this is gonna be needing some explaining. When Mark saw the canal and it's fishing potential, he made a call to his friend to discuss some sorta fishing thing. Jon, Loy and I decided to take some candid shots. The following is what followed. First picture... normal and nice!

Jon decided we all should point at Mark's butt in this shot as he wasn't looking...

Then THIS happened. It WAS NOT intentional. If only Mark did not turn! You can tell we really didn't know this was going to be a crotch shot till we reviewed the photos. And how come only MY FINGER IS VISIBLE?!!

haha. In Loy's words, I "always seem to catch Mark at his worst moments."

The name Mark means Great Warrior! He decided to buy a fishing rod that day, before we set off to cycle...

Not really succeeding the jump shot...

There we go!

=D

Zen-like.

This photo speaks for itself.

Poor Jonny...

My poem to Loy.

Sorry for the typo! *like=likes*

haha!

SCARY/EVIL SHOTS

Whoa. Cool Wolverine-like effects.

Pretending!

A nice end to a funny day!

I really enjoy going out with these people who make me laugh all the time!
I will send you guys a copy of all the photos (originals) of our outtings in a CD!

THANKS!!

xxoo
Cheers to Mark, Loy and Jonny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!