Laura's Convocation (UMS)

Flowers given by Laura's mum and I for her convocation, she chose to carry in one bunch since two would be too bulky, RM70 for a dozen straight from the Kundasang highlands.

Laura and family posing in the lobby of the Kinabalu Daya Hotel where they were staying for the duration of the visit, it's their second time here since Christmas 2 years ago.

Laura's brother helping by fanning his sister as the hall was swealtering and she had to wear two layers, one of her own attire and the cloak and sash over it.

Laura trying to get the top hat to fit but it would not stay on until finally it was decided hairpins were to be used to secure it so that it would not drop off on stage.

Light moment before entering the hall where Laura's mum was helping her braid her hair as well as to adjust her convocation garbs.

I like this shot, Laura in a contemplative mood before the big show, must be nervious, I know I was when I went through it.

Mum applying makeup to daughter.

Laura's brother helping to hold her bouquette.

Final posing with finished attire and flowers.

I think this is one of the best shots I took, like the way she smiles naturally and holding the bouquette.

Final adjustments of the top hat minutes before she had to run off to line up for the opening walk into the convocation hall.

Pictures with the lecturers, here is Laura with Dr Annadel.

Class of 2005, Marine Science, odd bunch to say the least.

Laura posing with the School of Science and Technology in the background.

At the Chancellory and posing with the UMS logo.

Laura and I at the Chancellory building.

A must, picture of a graduate tossing the top hat into the air.

Light moment the day after with family at the Marine Institute Jetty.