Mannequin– But still sexy pose

Sawadee Khrap

Meet “George”    (  That’s what I’d call him  )   – ran across this guy on a IMG_0902-Editrecent trip to Chonburi.  Just past Si Racha on Hwy.3  is this small, mannequin shop on the side of the road and there was George.  I was told 4000 Baht but I think I could get him for 3,500 – next week I’ll go back and see if he is still there and if they will sell him for 3500.  I can use him for the guys to pose with – movable arms and legs would allow for several poses – I also think I can get some legs that will sit down – cover all bases. – they did have the whole family but George kind’a stood out from the pack.IMG_0905IMG_0907

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Mimosa–Pattaya

Sawadee Khrap

Looking for a new attraction, Mimosa, this one was new for me and I will definitely IMG_0766go back – 50 Baht entrance fee with free 1 hour show at 5, 6:30, 7:45 and 9 PM.  WHAT A VALUE.  EXCELLENT, clean, large, great staff and a WONDERFUL show – and did I say “all boys”.   I IMG_0742only saw the last half of the 6:30 show and was I was very, very impressed.  I am planning on a return trip to photograph (maybe next Monday) the buildings during the day and to catch the 5 and IMG_0814IMG_08307:45 shows – I was told that they were different – I’ll make a slideshow for later posting. 

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Earlier shots from Khao Kheow Open Zoo

Sawadee Khrap

Raining,  so I thought I’d finish some of the animal shots taken at Khao Kheow Open Zoo and posted about Sept 9th this year._MG_9153-Edit_MG_9241_MG_9001-Edit_MG_9270 

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This Zoo is a wonderful place to visit and shoot – These are a few of my favorites. 

If you do any photography – get Lightroom and Photoshop Creative Cloud, it’s amazing how simple it is to enhance your photographs.  In combination, these programs give you complete creative freedom to bring out the best of your art or snapshots.

Going to the Nong Nooch Gardens again next week and really looking forward to capturing some new and colorful scenes.

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5-Star Centara Grand Mirage – Pattaya

Sawadee Khrap

A friend asked me to help him with some photos and treated me to Centara Grand Mirage Beach Pattaya-1dinner with his manager at the Hotel.  WOW, what a place – or palace I should say .  Absolutely beautiful.  Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Hotel – Pattaya.  They were having a new Disco Party and he’s auditioning to be the photographer there.  I took my camera so I could get some shots of the facilities to post here._MG_0160_MG_0396_MG_0235-Edit_MG_0382

 

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Here is a slideshow of the shots I brought back – haven’t seen

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any that he took – maybe this weekend, as we are planning a photo trip to Nong Nooch Garden – just to get some shooting time in next week – I am going to help him with some tips on using Photoshop.

And for a bit to eat – try out their Oasis Restaurant – MAGNIFICENT.

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Vegetable Festival–self mutilation

Sawadee Khrap

Although very common in Phuket during the Thai Vegetable Festival, Yesterday, I _MG_9570finally witnessed the Chinese Taoist practice of self-mutilation right here in Pattaya.  This group was going from business to business – with strings of firecrackers before them, scaring off the evil spirits, sprinkling holy water and prayers._MG_9660_MG_9576  The official start of the Festival in Pattaya will begins today on Oct 12th –14th.  I am not sure I will be able to get some shots as the traffic will be madding – and I really hate crowds.  Here’s a

 

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of the group I saw.

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Mini Siam and SuperKart–Pattaya

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_MG_0015Located across from Pattaya-Bangkok Hospital is a collection of miniature replicas of many architectural places from around the world.  Mini Siam  and Mini Europe.   For example, here’s a panoramic _MG_9852-Editof one of the exhibits.  Fascinating collection and great for photos. It’s a long slideshow 285 images – make sure you have ample time.

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And right next door is the SuperKart Raceway – I didn’t take a ride _MG_0022_MG_0031but now that I know where it is – I am going to plan on going and get behind the wheel – really looks like fun.

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New Masseur at Somjit–Tukcom

Sawadee Khrap

Say hello to “Fluke”, or better yet come down and get a massage, foot or oil, at Somjit Massage on the side of Tukcom.  084 093 6809

IMG_0630-EditHere’s a shot I took with the G15 camera when I went to get a massage last week – meet Fluke and had a wonderful massage.  This photo was taken in the shop – actually as he was giving me a foot massage – then the background was added in post. Lovely smile.

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She, Khun Somjit – Owner, has a great group of guys there to serve you – need a massage stop by – you won’t be disappointed.

 

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