Journey to Manhunt Singapore 2014 (Part 8)

We're exactly 2 months away from the Final show of Manhunt Singapore 2014 and everything seems to be building up now! Loads of media coverage and publicity events!

So in this post, I'm going to share with you guys what went down on Manhunt Singapore 2014 Press Conference.

Date: 26 June 2014
Time: 3pm
Venue: Filmgarde Cineplex at Bugis+

All 26 of us reported at 12pm and in this short 3 hours, we had to go through rehearsals, collect our outfits and most importantly, getting our hair styled and make up done!

A shot with Ram after claiming our sponsored outfit, PUDU Singapore

We were told to be creative with our outfits

Putting my new flops from Bali into good use

Next stop, we had to gather for rehearsals.....

In position! (frm left: Daryl, Baron, Khalis, Ehten, Jason)

Some random shots while Reeve and I were queuing up for hair styling & make up

Another shot with the guys!

When we were all styled and ready to rock the stage, there was a segment called "Relac one corner!!!"

Don't we look Badass?!

The 3 sleepy guys!

And the moment that we've all been waiting for..... time to rock the stage!!!

Love this shot! Paparazzi feel!!

Lining up before entering the hall

Our lovely makeup artist, Ben, making sure that everyone look their best

Time for my self intro

Done with the 1st segment.. moving on to SWIMWEAR!!

Shot with Reeve!

Gun were definitely not loaded! SKINNY!

Guess what we did immediately after the swim wear segment?? Put our clothes back on la!!!! haha.. so we all went back up to level 7 for group photo taking..

16 Junior Manhunt contestants

I was also lucky enough to be one of the few to be featured on The Newpaper & Newpaper Video.

Feels really great to be featured when it comes to health & fitness

Click here to find out why some of the contestants think they are sexy!!
Manhunt Singapore 2014 Press Conference

So that's all for the happenings during the Press Conference. It was a super fun experience! Really enjoyed the company of all the contestants. It doesn't feel like we're competing again each other at all. I will like to thank Edward for taking all these wonderful photos and keeping us entertained throughout the entire event.

Many more events and happenings coming up so you better stay tuned. Meanwhile, train hard & God bless!

Journey to Manhunt Singapore 2014 (Part 7)

So here I am. Back again to complete my Lab Series post! This post is going to be really fun simply because Lab Series did something really beneficial for all 26 Manhunt Contestants! Ready to find out? Lets go!!!

After having our skin analysed at Lab Series Store @ Ion Orchard, I didn't know what the staff was going to do with all the data. We then found out that there was going to be a Lab Series workshop of all 26 contestants the following Saturday.

Boy were we in for a treat! Never crossed my mind that I will attend a workshop for skin care but thanks to Manhunt & Lab Series, we are all able to understand the importance of maintaining a healthy skin from a young age.

Believe it or not, it was my first time meeting some of the fellow contestants! Was really great to finally meet everyone in person and to be honest, the atmosphere was really positive and everyone was just so genuine towards each other!

Here are some of the happenings during the Lab Series Workshop

Presenter going through some fun facts of mens' skin

We were given Lab Series products based on our skin analysis results! Time to was our faces!

Changing a new basin of water for the next segment with Nigel

Next it was time for some shaving! Believe it or not, I've never shave my beard in my life! 

So after the workshop, we were told that there'll be a short interview with last year's Manhunt contest, Rafi.

Click to watch my interview

Nicholas & I chilling!

So here are the products that I've received from Lab Series.

I've been using these products for the past 2 weeks and I'm loving the results! Will like to take this opportunity to thank Lab Series for being so generous to all the Manhunt Contestants! We're all sold to this brand already because it is truly a really awesome brand. Big thanks to Edward for taking time off to snap all these photos for us too! 

Will be back soon with more interesting posts! Till then, take care & God bless!

Journey to Manhunt Singapore 2014 (Part 6)

Now now.. with the increase of Manhunt events happening, I'm quite behind in my blog post for my Manhunt journey. So I'll be using this post to clear 3 events and all of them are by the amazing LAB SERIES.

Received a phone call from Debbie (our hardworking coordinator) that myself, together with 4 other contestants, were invited to the Introducing of Singapore's New Celebrity Endorser at Kuro bar.

Everyone should know who the new Celebrity endorser is by now but if you're still unaware, it is the one and only Shane Pow.

Courtesy of www.hisstylediary.com

I've always heard of the skin care brand Lab Series but I was really impressed with the history, vision as well as the brand positioning of Lab Series when the Brand Manager, Christine did the opening speech for this event.

Shane was then introduced to the public as the new Celebrity Endorser. We were then directed to this really cool room with 3 huge posters of Shane for the signing of the event.

We managed to grab a shot with Shane too!

Kelvin Lee(Beam Artistes Manager), Nicholas Ngo, Reeeve, GuoJin, Me, Baron

A shot of Samuel Seow

The following Monday, the 5 of us we invited to Lab Series store at Ion Orchard for a mini tour as well as to get our skin tested. I was really impressed with the amount of thought put in when designing of the store. As you may already know, Lab Series is a skin care brand that only focuses on Men. So naturally, the store is designed  for the convenience and comfort of men. That's such a refreshing thought isn't it? Been awhile since I heard some emphasis on men being placed during any decision making process!! *Two thumbs up for Lab Series*

After the introduction to the store, it was time to get our individual skin analysed. As there were only 2 counters to do that, the rest of us decided to have some fun!

Next, it was my turn to get tested!!

The consultant explained every step clearly to allow me to understand what she was actually testing with the diagnostic tool. The result is broken down into 5 components: Flakiness, Tone, Texture, Oil Level & Firmness.

Next, based on the results from the analysis, the consultant will use the recommended products to do the 3 steps facial regime. Any one from the public can enjoy this service too!

And like every event, we always end of with a nice group shot! Thank you so much to Edward for taking time off to snap photos for us! Really nice of u.

Really though I have the time to cover the Lab Series workshop in this post. Seems like my wrong! Will be back really soon to cover that!

Have a great weekend everyone and stay fit & healthy!

Journey to Manhunt Singapore 2014 (Part 5)

It's June 2014 now, and we're just a few months away from the Finals for Manhunt Singapore 2014. 

In today's post, I'm going to share with you guys my experience during my first outdoor photo shoot and group photo shoot.

Photographer Richard Chen chose the iconic Pinnacle at Duxton for our outdoor photoshoot with the intention of using Singapore's sky scrapper as the background of this shoot. 

The first shoot done was an individual shoot at 9am and here are some of the photos taken by Richard Chen (Main Photoprapher) & Jonathan (Manhunt blogger).

A group selfie before wrapping up the 1st shoot!

I went back to work after my individual shoot and came back at 5pm for the group photoshoot.

When I met the guys, I had to say that everyone is looking really amazing. I could see all so much improvement in all of their physiques.

Here are some of the photos taken during the group photo shoot!

Having some fun while oiling up!

Nicely taken with our dear make up artist

Well that's all I have for you guys! Stay tuned for more Manhunt Singapore 2014 updates! It's going to get really exciting.

Journey to Manhunt Singapore 2014 (Part 4)

It had been pretty quiet for my Manhunt journey the past few months and being caught up with work, family, conducting personal trainings and some random shoots every now and then, I sometimes forget that I'm still a contestant in Manhunt Singapore 2014.

So after the long wait, we were finally called for our very first studio photoshoot. Every contestant is given a one hour time slot, and that includes make up & styling. Yes you didn't read wrongly, the time has come for us to put on some powder on our faces!

I was scheduled to do my shoot on 12 May 2014 at 4pm. That's 2 days after the Quincy Hotel filming. This is the first time I hve to prepare my physique for back to back shoots and it was quite an experience. Not exactly knowing how to do it, I just had to trial and error. After all, if you never try, you'll never know right?

So arriving at 4pm, I was able to see the contestant before me in action. There was also a large TV screen showing all the photos taken earlier in the day.

As the photos for this shoot are not out yet, here are some of the behind the scene shots taken by our beloved Jon.

Make up & styling:

For this first studio shoot,our photographer, Richard Chen, wants all contestants to be shot in 3 styles.

1st Style
Attire: Manhunt Tank + Jeans
Concept: Personal/Freestyle

I was told to just be natural and get into different poses that I'm most comfortable with.

2nd Style
Attire: Jeans
Concept: Dark Forest

This was a really interesting concept because we were told to portray vulnerability & sadness in the shots but yet still looking classy and poise at the same time. The photos shown here do not have the effects of the lighting so please stay tuned for the actual ones that will be out soon.

Getting the effects tested before we start

3rd Style
Attire: Waveline Trunks
Concept: Samurai/Warrior

This is the one style that I had to most trouble with. Haven't done anything like this before, I must stay that this is really quite an experience. However, regardless of how to photos turned out to be, I'm glad that I have the opportunity to try different things. I still hope that the actual photos will turn out to be great!

So these are all the photos I have to share with you and also the experience that I've had. Feel free to share your thoughts about the shoot!

Till the next post, take care & God bless!