A taste of aerial wonder (Decasalarin, Baler)

            Weddings nowadays is not a joke. It will not just be physically exhausting but also financially as well and you all are aware of that. The average Philippine weddings for now ranges from 200k to 600k and take note: these are considered as "average"! While you are working on your budget, it is a common norm now that you should include a more considerable amount to your videographer/photographer. Documenting your most special day in the most artistic and eloquent way as possible is a must as this document will last more than your lifetime and you are giving a chance the next generation to come to have a glimpse of your wedding day (chills)! So, better invest on your videographer!

            Philippines is composed of 7,100 plus islands. Truth is, you need to take advantage of this scenario. The Philippines is considered as one of Asia’s top tourist destinations and one of the major reason was: its pristine beaches. Beaches will surely be a perfect location for your shoots as you are entitled to many options for your theme. You can have sunsets/sunrise, boat rides, rock formations, and of course, breath-taking aerial shots. Nothing new with this blog but little tips again on how to do your shoot in a beach.

1.       Advance booking. Not all of the beaches in the Philippines are developed. You may even find it weird but the best ones are still yet to be discovered. Most of them aren’t ran by a developer but only mostly by caretakers. Once you’re done picking a spot, make sure you pay it a visit in advance or make a call to properly confirm your schedule. You don’t want to end up sending your photographers team back home just because the road might be under construction or so.

2.       Be there an evening before the shoot. We strongly suggests that you arrive at the location the evening before. This will give you enough rest and proper adjustment to the surroundings. Don’t arrive in the morning or afternoon as well. You don’t want to show those tan lines at the shoot right?

3.       Store some strength. Take some physical preparations as your shoot might include climbing, walking, or hiking just to be at your most perfect spot. Being on top of the hill usually makes a perfect aerial view. These, you don’t want to miss!

4.       Ask “Kuya Kim”. Weather consideration has to be emphasized. You don’t want to do your shoot while knowing that there is a low pressure area on board. The drones that your photographer use aren’t really wind friendly. Or they don’t want to take your pictures while a tsunami alert is on either! Check the weather forecast for the whole year and you can simply identify which months are less likely to have weather disturbance.

5.       Discuss the theme to your team. Be aware that your photographer is working on a theme that you want (and that’s why you paid them). You don’t want to keep them guessing all the time. Discuss with them the outfits that you have, how you want it to be portrayed. Pro’s already have an idea in mind how they do shoots but you don’t want to end up appearing like the other wedding shoot you saw on their gallery yesterday right? You seek uniqueness and that is the name of the game.

6.       FOOD. It is on caps and yes I mean it. You might be following a strict diet plan since your day is approaching but your photographer’s team and crew aren’t. The best way to motivate them deliver good results is to make them dream of their dinner at 12 noon.

7.       Inhale, Exhale. Take this opportunity to relax. Your big day is coming very soon and all your hard work will pay off. Consider this as your day off after the shoot. Free your mind from suppliers list, guest’s lists, caterer’s requests, reception decors etc. This is that day where you can sober up and meditate. You don’t go to beach everyday anyway so, grab the chance. Who knows, your fiancé might need a break too?


The main reason for our prenup shoot (again) in Philippines was actually to be an ice-breaker
between us and our videographer. We feel that we have to meet them before the actual day so
we can know them better and also develop rapport. And we were never wrong.

We had our shoot again in a place called Decasalarin, Baler, Aurora. It was a 4 hr drive from
our place (Gapan, Nueva Ecija). It was one hot summer day and while on the trip itself, it was
already fun.I also brought my mom and other family members with me so they can have fun 
as well. We just arrived on our way inside the resort when we were suddenly stopped by a 
group of men saying that the  road was under construction and there was no way for us to go 
inside the beach. I told them i will be willing to walk just to make that trip complete and 
fortunately, my husband was able to rent a motorized banca which will take us to the same 
location. We were finally able to start the shoot and despite all the obstacles, when you reach 
that tip of the hill, you will be mesmerized. Not just by the view but for by the entire beauty 
of nature as God has given us. We will share with you some aerial shoots (raw files). We 
highly recommend the place. It is quiet, modest, practical (around 150 php entrance per head)
 and of course, captivating. Below are some of our photos.