I was at an interview photoshoot today. It was for Cleo Magazine Young Achiever's Award. My story from AYA Awards caught their attention and therefore, the magazine nominated me for the award. The story will only come out in the May '10 issue.
While I was there doing the photoshoot, it felt different. And I like it.
This time around, it felt more meaningful.
I remember the previous photoshots, that I did for various reasons, there was a certain pressure to perform and to please. They were somewhat cold and fake, nobody really cared about how you feel. You put on a smile and you freeze there, waiting for the camera to click.
You know, I was just reflecting. This time around, I don't need to be an eager beaver, ready to please people. This time around I can just be me. And its nice!
It was nice being able to share with them a bit of what I do. It was nice that they were fussing around making sure that I'll look nice. It was nice that the cameraman was kind and friendly, making sure the lighting and angles were right. It was nice being complimented. It was nice that they allowed me to be just who I am. In short, it was nice being "valued".
No pretends, no mask, beauty flaws seen, it was refreshing!
While I was there doing the photoshoot, it felt different. And I like it.
This time around, it felt more meaningful.
I remember the previous photoshots, that I did for various reasons, there was a certain pressure to perform and to please. They were somewhat cold and fake, nobody really cared about how you feel. You put on a smile and you freeze there, waiting for the camera to click.
You know, I was just reflecting. This time around, I don't need to be an eager beaver, ready to please people. This time around I can just be me. And its nice!
It was nice being able to share with them a bit of what I do. It was nice that they were fussing around making sure that I'll look nice. It was nice that the cameraman was kind and friendly, making sure the lighting and angles were right. It was nice being complimented. It was nice that they allowed me to be just who I am. In short, it was nice being "valued".
No pretends, no mask, beauty flaws seen, it was refreshing!
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