My 2012 Singapore Trip

ahhh... it's that time of the year again... going to Singapore just for the sake of STGCC... eheh... and yeah, I'm gonna try to make it as my yearly visit... eheh...

so my flight is on 31st August 2012, using Singapore Airlines as that was the cheapest rate I can find (I'm not gonna use Air Asia unless I don't have a choice xp) which was around B$355 return...

and here I am waiting for boarding...

no... that's not the plane I'll be using... eheh...

was kinda full... I went in a bit late coz I don't like queueing up... but in the end, I had to store my luggage a little bit further from my seat... huhuhu...

getting ready to fly...

and off we go...

SQ meal... chicken something something... i don't remember... hahaha...

and there were showing Men in Black 3...

and i have arrived in SG at around 7pm...

and this is where I were staying... Victoria Hotel at Victoria Street, Bugis... got myself B$105 per night...

room is kinda small... but then again, what can you expect from a "budget" hotel... huhuhu...

first night I just went wondering around Bugis Junction only... sorry I'm not a pub/clubbing type of person, so yeah, i just end up walking around aimlessly... eheh...

DAY 2

and hear are some random pictures I took while I was walking from my hotel to Suntec...

after enjoying walking around and sight seeing, time to go to Marina Bay Sands for STGCC!!!

but i will post about STGCC on another post... eheh...

at the end of the day, despite being tired due to the many hours of walking and standing at STGCC, i still don't want to go back to my hotel yet... and fortunately, nearby the convention hall is the Art Museum where they were currently having Harry Potter exhibition...

and once again, I prefer walking my way there... eheh... it was a nice sight outside... but too bad I didn't bring along my tripod, so I just snap randomly on my way to the Art Museum...

got greeted by the Weasley flying car upon entering the hallway to the Harry Potter exhibition...

unfortunately, they don't allow any photo taking once we are inside the exhibition... only the outer part of the exhibition are allowed...

Singapore Flyer and the full moon...

yepz... i ended up walking from Marina Bay Sands to Marina Square... i dunno, i didn't feel it was that far... probably because i was taking photo and stuffs, so i didn't feel the distance... eheh...

DAY 3

didn't take much photo in the morning... except for this place call Kraze Burgers inside Marina Bay Sands for what I initially thought just for a hi-tea snack or something... but upon seeing the price, i just end up ordering drink only... hahaha...

initially, my plan after STGCC was to visit Garden at the Bay... but unfortunately, I was kinda tired and kinda realized that I was close to being broke... didn't realize i overspent my budget on souvenir and the Harry Potter exhibition wasn't really in my plan... hahaha... so I just end up going to the Fountain of Wealth instead, wishing to get my money that I have spent since Friday to come back to me... hahaha...

and after an hour there, time to walk again back to my hotel...

FINAL DAY

woke up a bit late and i ended up rushing myself to the airport... initially i thought my flight was at 1.05pm, but it turn out to be 1.50pm... haizzz... had i know, i would have gone shopping or sightseeing around Bugis Junction again... huhuhu...

had my brunch here...

still a long way to go til my flight... so another stop here... eheh...

Prometheus... but it was already toward the end of the movie...

SQ meal... mee goreng chicken something...

and surprisingly, i didn't know they serve ice cream too... yeah, i don't travel much... eheh...

oh look! MIB3 again! huhuhu

And that's just about it about my trip to Singapore... yeah there is nothing much to cover coz most of the morning were spent at STGCC... and by night time, I only got energy to visit at least one place only... I would have stayed another day, unfortunately Singapore Airline doesn't provide a flight back to Brunei on Tuesday... oh well, maybe next year... gonna try to plan better next year... huhuhu... cheers... ^^v

Monomind & ZANEEDS @ STGCC 2012

Monomind

ZANEEDS

How to cosplay guide/tip

There are tonnes of article available out there if you google it, but for the ease of browsing, I provide you some of the link that are easy to understand and basically cover most part of it... So here are some article on a beginner guide to cosplaying... and if you found more useful article about cosplaying, do post the link at the comment area... cheers! ^^v

Beginner Guide to cosplay

http://cosmicgeminicosplay.tripod.com/beginners.html

How To Pick Your Next Cosplay

http://magnetic-rose.net/2011/07/how-to-pick-your-next-cosplay-character/

How To Cosplay

http://www.mangauk.com/?p=how-to-cosplay

An Anime Cosplay Guide

http://altair-roxas.suite101.com/the-art-of-anime-cosplay-for-beginner-cosplayers-a257739

The Importance Of Using Makeup When Cosplaying
http://andsewingishalfthebattle.com/basic-makeup-for-cosplay-faq

How to be a happy cosplayer

http://green-makakas.deviantart.com/art/How-to-be-a-happy-cosplayer-273466223

The art of cosplay is not the art of getting hit on

http://geekout.blogs.cnn.com/2011/11/03/the-art-of-cosplay-is-not-the-art-of-getting-hit-on/

Cosplay & Craft Tutorials

http://shaunart.net/pages/tutorials

What is a good brand of body paint?

http://cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=200819

Wig Care & Make-up Tips Page

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wig-Care-Make-up-Tips/392484030765098

How To Wash A Cosplay Wig

http://shaunartcosplay.wordpress.com/2011/08/07/how-to-wash-a-cosplay-wig/

Guide to Posing and Convention Etiquette for photographers & visitors

http://behindinfinity.deviantart.com/journal/Tux-Team-Guide-to-Posing-and-Convention-Etiquette-235275540

No matter how huge are your goals, please treasure your health!

http://www.cosplay.com/showthread.php?t=267752

Cosplay Crimes and how to avoid committing them

http://sarcasm-hime.net/cosplaycrimes.html

Basic Photo Troubleshoot

http://green-makakas.deviantart.com/art/Cosplay-Basic-Photo-Troubles-276667271

The Wrong Side

http://s8.postimage.org/71k5hc9x1/Cosplay_you_doing_it_wrong.png

Still asking ppl on what look good on you? then shut up and read this!

http://jaroukaparade.blogspot.com/2012/01/i-want-to-cosplay-can-you-please.html

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1433H

The Moon & Venus - 14th August 2012

Taken around 5am

and Venus just above the moon...

Batman vs Spider-Man

Nikon 1 J2, New 11-27.5mm Lens and Underwater Housing Officially Unveiled

Today, Nikon Inc. announced the expansion of the popular Nikon 1 Advanced Camera with Interchangeable Lens System with the addition of the Nikon 1 J2 camera and the 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 lens to provide users with amazing image quality and stunning 1080p HD video in a portable, powerful package. The Nikon 1 System, including the new Nikon 1 J2 and the 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm lens, is engineered from the ground up to give users the freedom to capture and connect with others to share life experiences.

The Nikon 1 J2 improves upon the Nikon 1 J1 with new features such as a Creative Mode that provides a variety of photo effects to users, a metallic body, a higher resolution LCD screen and the addition of stylish new color offerings. Made for those seeking portability without compromising stunning image quality and quick performance, the J2 is the camera designed to empower users to capture their world like never before with stunning and sharp image and HD video quality. In addition to the camera, the 11-27.5mm lens is a super-compact zoom lens that offers a helpful 2.5x zoom range in an easily pocketable size.

"Building on the success and popularity of the Nikon 1 cameras and lenses, the new J2 and 11-27.5mm lens are welcomed additions to the ever growing Nikon 1 System," said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc. "Expanding the Nikon 1 System demonstrates Nikon's continued dedication to creating compact and portable advanced cameras with interchangeable lenses that are easy-to-use and allow users to explore and redefine their creativity."

Expanding the 1 NIKKOR Lens Lineup: The New 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

Alongside the new Nikon 1 J2, the versatile 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm lens will inspire shooters to take their creative expression on-the-go with an extremely versatile yet compact and lightweight lens. With a 2.5x zoom (30-74mm equivalent), this is an ideal lens for general shooting including landscapes, portraiture or even as the go-to lens on the next family vacation. The 11-27.5mm lens will be offered in Black and White, and will be compatible with the Nikon J2 as well as the Nikon 1 V1 and Nikon 1 J1.

New Underwater Case for the Nikon 1 J2 and J1

Nikon has also announced the addition of a new accessory to the Nikon 1 System, one that will allow users to use their Nikon 1 cameras during water-based adventures and vacations for even more creative freedom and expression. The new WP-N1 is an underwater case that can house either the Nikon 1 J1 or new J2 in addition to the versatile 1 NIKKOR 10-30mm lens. The WP-N1 is ideal for users that enjoy the versatility of their Nikon 1 cameras but seek a way to protect their camera during their active lifestyle. The WP-N1 will allow users to bring their Nikon 1 camera on a beach vacation or water sport adventure like kayaking, jet skiing, snorkeling and surfing without having to worry about damage from the water. The case is waterproof up to 40 meters (approx. 131 feet), allowing consumers to enjoy the sun and surf while bringing back stunning photos and HD videos to share with their family and friends.

 

Nikon 1 J2 Highlights:

• High-resolution 3-inch, 921,000 dot LCD monitor
• New Creative Mode with a variety of shooting modes and fast access to full manual exposure controls (P,S,A,M)
• New metallic body and mode dial and available in White, Black, Silver, Pink and two new colors- deep Red and Orange
• Nikon 1 J2 with 10-30mm kit lens will be available in September 2012 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of USD549.95

1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens Highlights

• Smaller and lighter than current 10-30mm kit lens
• Standard 2.5x zoom lens (30-74mm equivalent)
• Available in Black and White and compatible with Nikon 1 J1, J2 and V1 cameras
• Available in late September 2012 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of USD189.95

WP-N1 underwater case

• Compatible with Nikon 1 J1 and J2 cameras with attached 1 NIKKOR 10-30mm lens
• Waterproof up to 40 meters (131 feet)
• Available in Black and White
• Available in September 2012 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of USD749.95

Rurouni Kenshin 2nd Trailer

Resident Evil: Retribution - Alice Trailer

True Otaku: The Documentary

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Toys R Us

Skyfall Trailer

Silent Hill: Revelation Trailer

Canon EOS M Officially Unveiled

Canon today expands its award-winning EOS range with the launch of the new EOS M. The company’s first ever compact system camera (CSC), the EOS M is designed for those who use photography to share their everyday passions – from food, to fashion and culture, music and art. Offering DSLR-quality imaging, creative features and Full HD movie creation in a compact and easy-to-use model, the EOS M is the perfect, take-anywhere partner for a new breed of enthusiasts who chronicle their lives through images, without necessarily considering themselves to be ‘photographers’.

The EOS M is available in sleek black, glossy white, stylish silver or bold red colours, and condenses Canon’s renowned EOS imaging heritage into a stylish, compact design. The model launches alongside two new lenses, the EF-M 22mm f/2 STM pancake and the EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM standard zoom, as well as a new compact EX Speedlite – the Speedlite 90EX – providing everything you need to capture stunning images every day. For those who want to push their images even further, the EOS M can also utilise Canon’s extensive range of EF lenses with the new Mount Adapter EF-EOS M, for even more creative freedom.

Extending the EOS System with dedicated accessories

In addition to compatibility with Canon’s existing EF lenses (Via Mount Adaptor EF-EOS M), accessories and Speedlites, the EOS M launches with its own bespoke range of compact accessories. Two new EF-M lenses offer portability and high performance when using the new model – the EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM standard zoom and the EF-M 22mm f/2 STM pancake lens. Both feature new Stepper Motor technology for exceptionally smooth AF performance, as well as precision Canon optics, while their compact designs offer the perfect form-factor to complement the camera’s pocket-sized body.

Additionally, the EOS M will ship with the new Speedlite 90EX flash unit as standard. Lightweight and highly-compact, it offers a maximum guide number of nine and supports wide-angle lenses, making it an ideal general-purpose flash for everyday use. A wireless master function also allows the control of multiple flash guns wirelessly, allowing more advanced users to experiment with a range of creative lighting effects.

EOS M – key features

• DiG!C 5 Image Processor
• 18.0 mega pixel Canon-developed CMOS sensor
• ISO 100-12800 (expandable to 25600)
• FULL High Definition movies using Live View
• Movie Servo AF
• 1080p video (30p/24p)
• 720p video (60p/50p)
• 3.0" TFT Liquid Crystal LCD Touch Screen
• Seven Creative Art Filters
• Continuous smooth shooting speed of 4.3 fps
• Compatible with EFM, EF & EF-S lenses
• 31 point AF for ultra sharp images
• The quality of a digital SLR in a compact body
• Scene Intelligent Auto
• Be versatile with interchangeable lenses
• Create out-of-focus backgrounds for high impact
• Easy-to-use touch-screen
• Atmospheric photos in low light
• Full-HD video with Video Snapshot Mode

Availability

The EOS M Digital Camera bundled with the new EF-M 22mm f/2 STM kit lens will be available in October for an estimated retail price of USD799.99. A white version of the EOS M Digital Camera bundled with the new EF-M 22mm f/2 STM kit lens will be exclusively available through the Canon Online store, shop.usa.canon.com.

The new EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens, Mount Adapter EF-EOS M and Speedlite 90EX will all be available in October at an estimated retail price of USD299.99, USD199.99 and USD149.99 respectively.

Man of Steel Teaser Trailer

Oz The Great And Powerful Trailer

Japan Expo 2012 Cosplay Video by Omaru

Just A Casual Outing

The Hobbit - Comic Con Poster

Rise of the Guardians 2nd Trailer