Recently, I had a photosession with Frea Mai in Bluemoon Studio. It was a traditional chinese clothing photosession so, we both wore hanfu(汉服) called qi xiong ru qun (齐胸襦裙). I had wanted to do it for a long time. I used to be obsessed with watching Wu Mei Niang Chuan Qi (武媚娘传奇) or also known as The Empress of China. Not only because of the story, the clothes too are all very well-designed. Left - Frea Mai Photo by Frea Mai We planned the photosession since last year, but it was just a plan. It was in November when I saw Taobao having year end promotion. That moment, I remembered reading Frea's status about wanting chinese traditional clothes, so I asked her if she wanted to order from Taobao together. She agreed, and we proceeded to order the clothes. The clothes arrived at Frea's place just last week. Before the clothes arrived, we had already decided the date of having a photoshoot. We planned for an outdoor photosession on 13th February with Bana Setyatama as the photographer at local chinese garden, but the weather was not supportive. Just a day before, Frea was invited to try out Bluemoon Studio's newest theme for Chinese New Year and she asked me immediately if I wanted to have the photo-session indoor instead. I agreed and the next day which was 12th of February, we commenced the photo-session. It was my first time going to Bluemoon Studio so, I did not really know the way. I followed GPS and reached the area although I was still clueless. I thought I would wait for Frea and Bana so, I waited by a convenient store. I was finally acquainted with Bluemoon Studio’s attendant and owner, Archie, after Frea and Bana arrived. While Bana, the photographer, and the attendant were dealing with the lighting and set up, Frea and I were getting ready with the wig and costumes. We started photo-session around 5 PM until approximately 8 PM including cleaning up. The photo-session was very professional with Frea and Bana. We joked and laughed at the right time and we also did the photo-session seriously. Over-all it was very fun! It was not my first time having a photo session with Frea and I love working projects with her despite her tight schedule. It was my first time, however, working with Bana. I can say he is very laid-back and he is amazing! It was also my first time working with Archie. He is skillful and he knows how to take angles. The photo-session was divided into two. First session was handled by Bana and the second session was by Archie. From the photos in the camera, we got many great shoots. I can't wait until they come out! Photo by Archie Being new to Bluemoon Studio, I did not expect it would be so huge. Although we only occupied the third floor, the rooms were divided into several themes. The one that we used was the chinese theme. There was also japanese theme and a japanese class theme. They were not just simply a decorated wall. They were rooms being renovated into complete different places! There was also a set of mirrors for makeup touch-up and even some extras such as bobby pins and sponges for sale. I did not look too much into the items, but I figured there was a set of makeup products in a makeup case. Everything was prepared for 'just in case' scenarios. I would love to have another photo-session at Bluemoon Studio! Thank you very much for Frea, Bana and also Archie who helped me accomplish my first wishlist in 2018! Behind - Bana and me
Front - Frea and Archie Photo by Frea Mai
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