Need more reason to prove that Ayala Malls is the place to be in this May? Apart from the usual roster of fabulous shopping, dining and entertainment, Ayala Malls, like always, is going one step further by bringing in celebrity photographer and permanent judge of America's Next Top Model Nigel Barker.
In a continuous effort to update Filipinos in the realm of lifestyle, fashion and beauty, they chose the famed photographer to grace Manila's mall shores. With an activity line-up filled with insider tips and industry know-how, this lifestyle event is sure to spark the interest of our style-conscious shoppers, says Ayala Malls Vice President and Deputy Group Head Rowena Tomeldan. It's just another plus we give our patrons - something sure to create another memorable experience only here at Ayala Malls.
With reality shows popping up every so often, America's Next Top Model (ANTM) is a rare gem - one that survived the rating wars and continues to intrigue the viewing public. The brainchild of supermodel-turned-TV personality Tyra Banks, this hit show cum contest searches far and wide for potential models and sends them to modeling “boot camp”. The chosen fourteen are immersed into the ins and outs of the fashion world and taught yet, at the same time, ruthlessly criticized by the industry's who's who. Now on its 8th cycle, America's Next Top Model is not only a successful TV show, but has evolved into a flourishing franchise with the Philippines now part of the many countries espousing this model search.
Like the participants of ANTM, the judges, whose witty and constructive comments add spice both to the models' lives and the show, were also thrown into the spotlight since the show's first run. America's Next Top Model list of judges include supermodel-host Tyra Banks, runway expert J. Alexander, iconic model Twiggy, makeup artist and photo director Jay Manuel, and celebrity photographer Nigel Barker. Each judge's specialty is crucial in determining who makes the final cut.
The presence of influential photographer Nigel Barker in ANTM surely makes the show inspiring and to an extent, educational for aspiring photographers. Before delving into photography, Nigel strut the London, Milan, Paris and New York runways for a decade, after which he transferred to the other side of the camera. Knowing the rudiments of modeling and having a trained eye for what works helped Nigel build a name and an indisputable reputation in the industry. He is now enjoying immense success in his career as a creative, with an office called StudioNB in Manhattan's trendy Meatpacking district and contributions to esteemed publications like GQ, Interview, Lucky plus advertising projects for clients such as Pierre Cardin, Ted Baker, Nicole Miller and more.
This May, there's no need to catch ANTM episodes to witness Nigel Barker's expertise in fashion. The model-turned-photographer is set to invade Manila's glamorous shopping enclaves - Greenbelt 3 Park on May 10 at 7pm and Alabang Town Center's Activity Center on May 11 at 6pm. Along with Philippine Models' Association of the Philippines (PMAP) with host Sam Oh, Nigel will openly share his years of experience in the fashion world to stylish Filipinos eager to listen.
This monumental event is open to anyone who has interest in photography, modeling, beauty and the fashion industry. Nigel Barker is set to conduct a live makeover plus a talk covering the do's and don'ts of photography - discussing the right way to pose, the flattering angles for various body types and ways to enhance one's look. Philippine Models' Association of the Philippines (PMAP) models will be present to demonstrate Nigel's points. Feel the need to further consult the expert? There's a Q&A portion where one can inquire about anything from proper lighting for a shoot to how to work the ramp.
Once again Ayala Malls valued customers are in for another world class entertainment!