Images That Speaks

The Wedding of Elizabeth & BooSeng

2008-02-28T19:39:00.000-08:00

New 2008 Wedding Day Rates

2008-01-16T02:10:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone,
We have just updated our 2008 rates to make it more flexible and attractive. Do check it out in our main website under dcp weddings-wedding day.

The Wedding of Candy & Chung

2007-12-06T00:25:00.000-08:00

dcp moving pictures

My First Post - Edmund

2007-10-30T03:50:00.000-07:00

Hi! This is Edmund. The "new kid on the blog". Here are some of my latest works. Hope you like it!

Smile

2007-10-29T20:50:00.000-07:00

Smile! No matter what you go through. This reminds me of a Thai national I spoke with when I was in Phuket sometime ago. A man of the same age as me, born in a different country, went through poverty when I was well-fed, had no opportunity for education when I didn't treasure one of the best education system in the world(Singapore) I had, went through Tsunami when I was resting in the comfort of my home. Such a contrast. But one thing, he smiled through and is still smiling. Many of his friends are left alone with their entire family wiped out by the Tsunami. It's probably worse being alive than to be dead.
So smile, everybody!

Welcome Louis for Shooting with Us

2007-10-26T03:58:00.000-07:00

For those who does not know Louis, he is Louis Png, our new contract photographer. We hereby warmly welcome Louis for shooting with us for the first time and look forward to more collaborations in the future. Shooting as a team is really fun and inspiring. It brings you to greater heights of discovery in good spirit!

Big Discount for Oct-Dec 2007 Weddings

2007-10-20T03:34:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,
We are offering up to 50% discount for wedding photography/videography packages booked for the balance of this year, that is, Oct-Dec 2007. Terms and conditions apply. Discount is applicable for certain dates only. Do drop us an email to find out if you are eligible and get a quote from us.

Baby Jyn-Yi

2007-10-20T03:22:00.000-07:00

The Wedding of Alice and Wei King

2007-10-20T02:51:00.001-07:00

Introducing New E-Album

2007-10-20T02:24:00.001-07:00

Contrary to the 100%* Acid-free album previously introduced, this new E-Album or some call it Coffeetable Book is popular for it's own reasons even though not acid-free. The liquid lamination on it's pages does keep the prints from yellowing or fading to a certain extent and it's water resistant. A hardy, easy to maintain album that you can show it around without having to worry about children tearing it's pages and adults leaving fingerprint marks. Plus, we can do a true panaromic double-page spread design in it which can be really impressive. This album is available as an additional option to our packages at this time.

We've gone 100% acid-free*

2007-06-12T00:03:00.000-07:00

*to the best of our knowledge as promised by the manufacturers

What's acid-free? That's a common question in Malaysia. I shall do my best to explain here.

Acid causes discoloration, yellowing and damage to photographs. Examples of non-acid-free albums that damaged photographs could be easily found in our home - family albums that are passed down through generations. Most of them are self-adhesive or plastic slip-in type of albums. However, acid-free self-adhesive photo albums are available nowadays if you notice. A shop that sells a wide variety of acid-free albums will be "Simple and Nice", located at Damansara Jaya (www.simpleandnice.com).

So, what's not good for photographs?
Plastics, non-acid-free adhesive/glue/gum/spray mount, direct sunlight, humidity, etc.

We use acid-free adhesive to mount the photographs on acid-free black sheets in our acid-free albums, using acid-free tracing paper as separators between photographs. In addition, our photographs are printed in-house using acid-free archival matt paper and acid-free waterproof pigment ink. Well, as promised by the manufacturers, the photographs should last 75-100 years. Of course, never put your photo album in humid places, under direct sunlight, or in a car that's under hot sun.

As you can tell, we are acid-free fanatics! Or more.. lignin-free, etc, etc... Basically, we hate anything that damages photographs and photography!

Introducing Edmund, My Second Photographer

2007-06-05T02:48:00.001-07:00

Lots of updates for everyone since I've stayed quiet for quite some time. Above is one of the outstanding shot taken by Edmund, my second photographer. I like it very much cause it draws the viewer's attention right into the frame. I could just stare at it for moments. Don't you think so?

The Launch of Our New Website 2007

2007-06-04T22:36:00.000-07:00

Finally, everyone, the long-awaited new website. We aim to make it as informational as possible this time. 98% of it is filled with new images, 2007 rates are up with images of finished albums, we have expanded to do many personal portraits, we have an exciting video-clip online and lotsa goodies goodies awaiting you. From now, I will also be updating my blog more frequently with new promotions every now and then. Do remember to check back for latest info.

Photojournalism - 14 Oct 2006

2006-11-16T01:55:00.000-08:00

It's been quite a while I've not updated this blog. I've also edited my previous post with some new info regarding the malicious email circulating lately.

Many has been asking to see my latest works online so please check this out www.davidchuaphotography.com/nick_steff_oct14/
More will be updated in our new website in 2007.

It's end of the year and this is the busiest time for all wedding photographers. So, please forgive me if I didn't pick up your call. Kindly email/sms me your name, wedding date/s, email address in order for me to reply you when I'm online.

In the meantime, do pop in every now and then, for new updates.

I would also like to thank all my clients and friends who has been faithfully supporting and encouraging me in the midst of all this email slander.

The Pursuit for Truth

2006-08-09T10:03:00.000-07:00

It's interesting nowadays people no longer value the importance of what is truth and what is a lie which might potentially hurt someone if they just conveniently press the forward button on the email system. Have our values of integrity and honesty eroded so badly? It's a selfish world today isn't it?

It's even more amazing that after going through years of education, we simply believe and even forward an email written by someone we never met, not-to-mention he could be a man using a feminine name in the email.

Recently there has been a slanderous email circulating about me saying that I collected her deposit but didn't turn up for the job. The fact is that the same email is sent out under 3 different names: Aileen, Shirley and May Fong. We replied the emails asking for documental proofs and contact details but he/she has not complied at all.

Obviously her authenticity is questionable since going to the small claims court or the media would definitely be more effective than staying behind emails with a fake identity. We have since lodged a police report in order for us to track the IP address and take legal action.

I have been a photographer since 2000 in Singapore and from my 1st client to my latest client, every one of them has a contract. I'll never confirm any jobs without a contract signed and stamped by both parties.

Well, life goes on happily as a photographer, for to capture the best shot, I always believe I need to see further, deeper and wider in every aspects of my life. Photography skill matures with you. Time will prove everything.

The Colors Of Love

2006-08-05T10:46:00.000-07:00

One of my favourite shot lately. A quick shot of the couple walking towards the stage. I like the colors in the background giving the shot a mood for love.