The 2008 NYE Party @ Lanson Place

 

I know I know, this post is waaay overdue. Some of you have asked what I did for NYE this year and wondered why there isn't any photos up on my blog or even Facebook. Well, the reason is simple. I didn't post up anything sooner is because I didn't have the photos to begin with. Since there will be an ample amount of cameras there that night, I resulted to be the "superstar" for once and let others take the photos. I only got the photos today when I went back to the office as I was on a long leave since 27th of December last year (are you jealous?).

 

Anyway, this year my friends and I all rented a 3 bedroom service apartment, Lanson Place, in the heart of KL City. The booze was flowing like water and there was even 2 sheesha units which was really cool! I think the room had about 20+ people at one point as friends brought friends, which was great.

 

These are just a few sample shots or rather the more decent ones taken that night...

 

 

 

 

 

that's strawberry flavored sheesha...yumm!

 

 

 

"Haaapy Neeww Yeeeaarrr!!"

 

 

Since we're up on the 10th floor in a prime location, we could see the fireworks display from KLCC up close as well as from Jalan Bukit Bintang area. We partied until the next morning where we then had complimentary breakfast before heading home. There were a couple of casualties that night, some incidences and some photos which cannot be posted online even! But the main thing is everyone had fun...what a night it was!

 

* Click here for more less decent pictures from that night

Note: All photos are courtesy of Jek Tan. Thanks Jek!

New Zealand Natural Turns 5

 

Last Tuesday, New Zealand Natural celebrated their 5th year in Malaysia. Now with 12 outlets in total, it seems they only can become bigger in years to come. Being their interactive agency, we were invited to attend their anniversary celebration held at the Waterfront of Desa Parkcity. There was a jazz band, celebrities, good food...and of course UNLIMITED ICE CREAM!

 

There were games and prizes to be won as well. Integricity seemed to "clean house" when it came to the question and answer sessions (we should right? Since we did their stuff). Either that or no one really wanted to participate. There was also a treasure hunt to find hidden ice cream cups, a "guess the flavor" competition, as well as a New Zealand Haka war dance competition.

 

 

There was quite a turn out considering it was a work day..

 

 

The jazz band

 

 

Terence being fed ice-cream by a celebrity in "Guess the flavor" contest.

Can you spot the ninja? hehe..

 

Warren & Alex does the Haka war dance

 

 

"...to 5 great years!" - Yao Han, Kevin & Paul

 

 

The cake

 

 

NZN's latest Christmas Sundae creation

CONGRATS NEW ZEALAND NATURAL!!

Just looking at the pictures above, you can tell we had a good time. Who knew that having 3 scoops of ice-cream and finger food could last me till dinner time. =)

Macallan 15 Years Appreciation Night

 

 

Last night, some colleagues and I were invited for Macallan 15 Years Appreciation Night at Sevenatenine.  Free flow of single malt whiskey for RM87 nett, is definitely worth it. Pouring was from 7-9PM and served with unlimited amount of tapas by the side. Once the pouring was over, we still didn’t have enough and we ordered another bottle of Black Label just to “quench” our taste buds. So needless to say we were all feeling a little tipsy by 10-ish.

 

Macallan 15 Years and tapas…yum!

 

 

 

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Launch

It's finally here. The Mitsubishi Evolution Lancer was launched today at The Apartment @ KLCC. Alex, Sonia and I were there for the launch where we got a first hand glance at the real thing. I must say, it's really awesome. Dinner was provided by The Apartment which was not bad which was washed down with alcohol :)

 

Here are some pictures from the launch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I got the keys to the car!!!

 

A first hand look at the awesome machine

 

Bunch of posers..

 

 

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The Naked Truth

Behold the all new Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution a.k.a. Evolution 10. Well this is what I am currently busy working on...the website launch of this beast of a car. Bet you didn't know that the Evo 10 is the only car of the Evolution series that is build from scratch without any reference from the previous 9 of the series. It's a fucking awesome car that any car enthusiast will definitely drool upon.

Anyway, I won't tell you much and want you to check out the website for details later on. Or you can check out the car review done by Top Gear where it totally outclassed and out performed the Subaru Impreza WRX in all areas.






Noticed the count down timer on the teaser site? Well, that is also my deadline that I am currently rushing for...so in a way, when we brilliantly suggested the countdown timer idea to our client to create the hype...little did we know it's like signing our death sentence as well! :(

The launch event is tomorrow and the client has promised us a first hand test drive of the new Evolution car after the launch *yay!!* Now...only thing is if I can even make it for the launch in time while putting up finishing touches to the website. So stay tuned for pictures of the launch (hopefully) and also the website.

* Click here to visit the Lancer Evolution website

Friday Night @ Waikiki Too

I finally manage to get my internet working again! Don't ask me why, how or what....as long as it's up, I'm happy.

Anyway, last Friday, we had a drinking session. Why? well...Jek said he was "thirsty" and it was suppose to be for 2 other colleague's birthday celebration (ever the more reason to drink right?). The drinking session almost didn't take place at all as Jek, the host himself, had a back strain that day and could hardly walk, and Rabin on the other hand was really tired after taking some medication. I was already about to make other plans for that night when suddenly, I was roped in an online chat which had everyone asking about the night's plan....and who initiated the chat?...why Jek himself of course...it seems alcohol now is the official cure of all physical and emotional pains as well eh? So we then assembled a drinking crew for the night, which consists of colleagues, friends and clients. We had not 1, not 2, but F-O-U-R bottles of Dewar's that night. What happened after that? Well...suprisingly, there weren't any major casualties....but there were certainly some entertaining "moments" and people after that...hehehe

These are some shots from that night:

These are 2 bottles out of 4 that night!

Everyone say "CHEEEEZZEEE!!!"

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Streamyx-less...Thanks to Stupid TM NET

As the title says...I'm STREAMYX-LESS! NO that is not a good thing especially for a person like me who relies on the internet for everything. The internet connection in my condo is down and I don't know why! Seriously I can die without the internet. I'm writing this entry back in Shah Alam and is very frustrated to the point where I kept scolding people from TM NET (they deserved to be...their so fucking incompetent!)

Here's what happend...3 days ago, my internet suddenly stopped working. My first thoughts were, ok...maybe TM NET are doing something to the line so I just ignored it. The following day, it still couldn't get connected. I then called TM NET to ask what was the problem was, and they say that the there might be some issues with the port to which they have to reset. Fine....but the problem still persist after a few hours and I was really getting frustrated. I called again and they told me that they will send over a technician the next day to look at the problem.

So yesterday, the technician came and tried to connect using my modem. The technicial was obviously untrainned as he thinks I was some kind of dimwit who doesn't know anything about the internet and told me to do this and that. He then took out his modem and try making a connection....guess what it works!...so first thing I thought was that I have a faulty modem which needs to be replaced. I then went to purchase a new 3-in-1 modem (modem, router and access point...the one I have currently is the same)....not cheap ok...RM195 leh! So I went back all excited only to discover that the same problem persist. At this point I wasn't in the mood for anything else...imagine just spending that amount and I still cannot get it to work.

After dinner, Rabin came over and try to help me out. I called TM NET 5 fucking times and they still don't seem to get my problem. They also kept asking the same questions which really annoyed me..."Your ADSL light...got or not?....blinking or not??....did you change your settings on your modem??" For the gazillionth time! "I DID NOT TOUCH ANY SETTINGS AND IT WAS WORKING FINE 2 DAYS AGO!!!" I really think TM NET really have to train their staff to follow up reports rather than always asking me what's the problem each time.

Just to illustrate how moronic TM NET is...I heard this as a part of their waiting infomercial: "...to connect to the internet, make sure your username and password is correct...for more troubleshooting tips, logon to tm.net.my for more information" WTF!?? How can you troubleshoot via the website if you have trouble connecting to the internet to begin with? Stupid isn't it? They should just ask their customers to go to the nearest Starbucks or something.

Now here is the best part...I'm sitting here writing this entry...CONNECTED VIA OLD MODEM!!! ARRGGGHHHH!! Which means...TM NET has a problem with the line in my condo....which means...I just burned RM 195 getting a new modem for nothing!....which also means TM NET SUCKS! They suck because they can't solve my problem fast, and they suck because they gave me wrong information regarding my modem. Rest assured, I will file an official complaint on for their incompetence. So now...anybody wants a new 3-in-1 modem??

On another note, I survived the mad week last week and met my project deadlines on time *phew!*. Having said that, our office had an ice-cream party courtesy of New Zealand Natural on Thursday to which we had a whole freezer full of ice cream. Clients and friends came over to enjoy the party and also to play Nintendo Wii. Will post up pictures of Thursday's event and Friday night's drinking session soon....once I get my internet up and running again....sighs!

Corporate Photo Shoot in Penang

I just got back from Penang last night. My Senior Art Director and I, along with 2 photographers were there for a corporate photo shoot for a client which requires pictures to be featured on their company's website and also corporate brochures. Well, I must say, the trip was a successful one and we did have fun throughout the whole 3 day ordeal. We did not have time to go binge eating though since we were on a really tight working schedule.

We touched down on Wednesday evening and proceeded with checking in to our suite. We then proceeded to recce our shoot location, followed by dinner. We had loads to eat (duh!..it's Penang!) from the famous Oyster Omelette to Penang Rojak. Sorry I won't be showing any food pics that we ate because I feel it wasn't really the highlight of the trip. After dinner, we went back to our suite, and briefed the photographers on what is to be done for the next day.

Our hotel suite and jacuzzi

The next day starts with us waking up around 630AM as we had to meet the client downstairs for breakfast at 7AM. After breakfast, we went to the shoot site and started setting up before the talents came in. Now, we didn't have professional talents to work with. We used talents and background of all their staff since it was for their corporate collaterals anyway. I must say, most their staff had some form of hidden talent. A few were quite photogenic and looked like they done photo shoots before as they do not seem shy in front of the camera.

Make up and prepping the talents

Briefing the talents

Sample of a corporate photo shot

Oh, checkout the view from this office. Don't you wish your office view were like this?

The day ended with us going for happy hour drinking with the client and followed by a scrumptious seafood dinner which is like a freaking 40 minutes drive from where we were, but no doubt the seafood dinner was absolutely fulfilling. By the way, the place is called Teluk Kumbar in case you want to go...I highly recommend it.

Happy hour drinking with the client

After dinner I met up with a high school friend of mine who took me out for drinks and a short tour of the "happening" areas of Penang. It's been good seeing her again and catching up. By the time we finished, it was already 230AM....and I have to wake up at 630AM! Gahh!!

The next day, the photo shoot was of more casual in orientation. All staff were told to come in casual clothing which includes sun dresses, shorts and bikinis (no I'm just kidding...but how I wished).

Some casual photo shots with the talents

The excellent photographers together with the client

Us and the client

We wrapped up around 430PM as we had a 640PM flight to catch back to KL. I must say, the whole photo shoot was all smooth sailing and quite an experience. My only disapointment with the trip is that I couldn't stay longer as the tickets were arranged and paid for by the client. Oh well, I guess now I have reasons to go back to Penang again ;)

NOTE: There are actually more pictures of us taken together with the "talents" which might not be too appropriate to be posted. I shall just leave it to your imagination for those shots then. ;)