The Big NAAAP

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NAAAP, the National Association of Asian American Professionals – a non profit organization created to positively promote and influence professionals in all stages and walks of life holds their annual convention. It is held to showcase leaders, keynotes, seminars, workshops, … Continue reading

So Fly

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So i pick up a pair of these bad ass goggles from the military surplus store off Haight in the city. I had no idea at the time why, but it was worth the 24.99 + gouging CA state tax. … Continue reading

Let’s Play Pretend

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Remember when playing pretend was the way to go because you couldn’t afford it or was a little too bizarre to get? Sure hope so – because we do. This collaboration was set at the Expressions College in Emeryville, Sound … Continue reading

The 2010 PureBlendz Spokesmodel

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It’s 2010 and Jackie Frost has taken the crown as official spokesmodel for the bay area’s premier cosmetics company, PureblendZ. I had the privilege of acting as the creative director, photographer, and judge for this year’s event. It is held … Continue reading

17 Caliber Reloaded

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It’s been 3 months, and it’s about time to put out a video. Thanks to Mohasit Monh, SOBA Design Co. he’s put together this nice little clip from my last collaboration back in April. This shoot took place at the … Continue reading

Gettin High in Umeda

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So were in the Umeda area in Osaka walking around this metro area and we find this gigantic ferris wheel, Hep Five. The executive decision was made to go on it. It happens to be located in the entertainment building … Continue reading

Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine (Osaka)

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The Ohatsu Tenjin Shrine or more traditionally known as the Tsuyu Tenjinsha is located in the heart of Osaka. Built in the 11th century as a guardian for the village of Sonezaki. It represents the main gateway into Osaka until … Continue reading

Osaka Ruckus

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In there whereabouts of Osaka, we found ourselves into Hostel 64. A pretty butt kickin’ place where a lot of other foreigners like us are. The traditional Japanese outfitted hostel provided all the basic amenities of home with shuriken for … Continue reading