Wedding Photography Brisbane
Every year, hundreds of images are submitted by Professional Photographers all over Australia. Last weekend, the Queensland Division of the Australian Institute of Professional Photography held the Epson Professional Photography Awards. I am super excited to announce that one of my images achieved a Silver Award. So very happy:)
Many thanks to these amazing brave women who entertained my crazy ideas.
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I finally have the opportunity to blog the gorgeous Rachel. Rachel joined us for the vintage concept shoot, which featured make up and hair by Grace and Style. The make up is a brand new range by Dotti & Ez, and is just beautiful. I found the coolest location in Milton, which has a touch of European about it. Big thanks to Leah from Grace & Style, as well as the models and all our helpers:) ….simply a wonderful afternoon. I can’t wait to do it again!
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Meet little Ashton. His Mum and Dad are so in love with him that they decided to have some beautiful images of him to remind them how little he was when he was a newborn. I went to Ashton’s home in Mt Cotton to photograph the family, and this is what it looks like – perfection right there. Thank you for the privilege:)
Upon meeting new people, I frequently end up in conversations that pan out something like this……..
“Why would you bother hiring a Professional Photographer any more? Everybody has a SLR, so they take good photographs, right” Whilst I do keep my mouth shut, I often feel like proposing a challenge to them….
Recently, I was doing a Newborn session, and Nanna asked if she could take some photos after I had set some poses up. Under normal circumstances, I make Nanna nice and busy pulling funny faces, and carrying on like a pork chop to make the kids crack up.
This time, however, I thought this could be an interesting exercise. The deal was, I would allow her to take some shots if she agreed to send them to me so that I could write this blog. When she sent them through to me, I thought ‘Wow, these are not too bad’
The reality is that lots of people can take good and even great snaps……….
On another note, people frequently admire my equipment and tell me that it must take brilliant photographs. But let’s put it into another perspective here, another field of talent, if you will. Imagine you are invited to a dinner party by a local chef. The food is wonderfully prepared and presented and tastes amazing. Do you think that an expensive, great stove must be how he prepared such a wonderful meal? Probably not; because you would realize that it is the chef’s experience and skill that helped to make the meal so delicious.
The same goes with photography. Yes, a better camera in knowledgeable hands can usually produce better images than a basic beginner camera in knowledgeable hands. But. Overall, you will find that the quality of the image is directly related to the experience and skill of the person creating the image.
So, here goes – Why a Professional Photographer?
1. Know-how
A nice camera isn’t enough to take good pictures. If you haven’t mastered the exposure triangle, if you aren’t shooting in a mode other than “auto”, if you don’t know how to create sharp images…the camera won’t magically know how to do it for you. Taking pictures in auto modes and relying on the camera to choose the right settings will give you randomly good shots….and a lot of randomly bad ones, too. Hiring a professional photographer is hiring technical expertise, knowledge, know-how and experience.
2. Professional Retouching
In the digital era, photographs need a bit of editing to get a “wow” factor. It doesn’t mean they have to be heavily edited. Having a photographer who understands how to add the right amount of contrast, the ideal amount of brightness/darkness in the right places, remove color casts from skin, correcting skin tones, or make a perfect black and white conversion can change an image into an beautiful piece of art.
3. The Artist’s Eye
Ask 3 different people to photograph the same subject and you will get 3 different photos. Photography is an art, a vision, if you will and it’s highly subjective. Hiring a professional photographer is trusting his or her vision and trusting that he or she will help you to create images you will love.
4. Finally Be in the Photo!!
That’s an obvious one: hiring a professional photographer is the best way to finally be in the photo with your loved ones….thus documenting the love and interaction/emotions between you and them…which is priceless gift for the whole family!
So next time you have a significant life event, keep this in mind:)
Who said that Family Portraits have to be stuffy??? Meet the Perrin Family. These guys are the like the Brady Bunch on steroids!! What a stack of fun, beautiful people. Fiona and Lou have recently completed some major renovations on the house. Hence, a perfect opportunity to showcase not only the family (and the pets), but the house as well! With five beautiful girls, Fiona and Lou certainly have their work cut out for them!! Thank you so much for the opportunity to spend time with your amazing family:)
James and I headed out to Karara (west of Warwick) over the Easter long weekend for a bit of R&R. My folks live on an amazing property which sprawls for miles. So many photographic options!….some of them later. Today, I want to show off my beautiful niece, Margot. She is the spitting image of my sister when my sister was that age. Quite uncanny. Also, like her mother, she REALLY dislikes having her photo taken. I took this opportunity when she was very busy in the grass, and I feel she just looks like a little cherub (not that I am at all biased:)). Love you Margot Jane x
Every now and then an opportunity comes along to try something a little different. Make up artist/dear friend, Leah and I, have been talking about a collaboration for ages, so when Leah wanted to showcase her beautiful new range of make up, this was the perfect chance.
This shoot involved finding a suitable venue, clothing, props and models. The model whom I showcase today is Amee. Whilst most of us are a little self critical, like most teenagers, Amee is super critical of herself. Moreover, Amee was not exactly jumping through hoops to partake in this excercise. I think that the resulting images speak for themselves – stunning, stunning, stunning!!!
At the end of the day, Amee’s mother comes up to me with tears in her eyes and says “Thank you so much for making my daughter smile”……….my work here is done:) xx
Life when a newborn comes home is not all beer and skittles, right!? Today, I choose to post some out takes from a very standard Portrait Session, because this is life…and life is beautiful x
Luke and Erin live in Cairns, so we met two days before the wedding at the Tarragindi Studio. They had their wedding at the delightful Mount Tambourine venue of Albert River Wines. A simply lovely little jewel, complete with Chapel, restaurant, bocce course and the most amazing scenery you have ever seen. This wedding was full of surprises – the biggest of which was the Horse and Carriage which escorted the bride and her bridal party to the chapel. Luke had arranged this as Erin had always wanted a Horse and Carriage at her wedding….so sweet:) The cloudy morning made way for a glorious sunny afternoon. Making the most of it, we headed straight for vines as well as the rest of the exquisite property. This image was the final location and has the heavens shining down on this beautiful couple.
Thank you for the privilege Erin and Luke - it really was an amazing day. xx I can’t wait to design your album!!
The amazing Albert River Winery. Magnificent scenery.
We met the lads at the Chapel – Albert River Wines. They were in top form – hip flasks at the ready!
Erin’s surprise of a horse drawn carriage brought tears of joy:)……….oh, is there something in my eye??!!!
Heartfelt vows sealed with a kiss.
Oh my word, what a view from this venue. WOW!
A spot of boche perhaps??
There is nothing worse than when somebody leaves a random comment on Facebook, like “Only 75 more sleeps to go”. The reason is because I wanted you to come to my website to have a look at my latest achievement. Last June, for my 40th birthday, I bought myself a 3 Bed, 2.5 bath Condo (I like to call it that, cause it sounds good). Currently, I am in house sit arrangement, and the owners of the property are galavanting around Australia. Well, I have been here for nearly two and a half years, and I feel it is time to move on to my very own place. So, here she is, in all her glory…..Stay tuned for details on the Housewarming:)
You might remember a couple of weeks ago – the Vintage shoot showcasing Dotti & Ez natural mineral make up. Taylor was due to be of our models, however unfortunately spent the afternoon throwing up. So, a few weeks later, Taylor made herself up (and did a stella job), and we whipped off some images to rival her sister’s. This is just a small selection, and if I may say so myself, I think they are stunning!!
I hope you love them too Taylor:)
This gorgeous family were the lucky recipients of first prize, which we donated to Wellers Hill State School for their biannual ‘Harmonies on the Hill’. The school raised over $25000 on the day, and the Ingram family won a Portrait Package to the value of $1000!
So, a Sunday afternoon at New Farm Park was the time and the place. We had a glorious day, and the kids had an absolute ball playing with the water, climbing the trees and playing in the play ground. What a super way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Thanks for such a great day team. I can’t wait to see the images on your wall:)
Luke and Erin live in Cairns, so we met two days before the wedding at the Tarragindi Studio. They had their wedding at the delightful Mount Tambourine venue of Albert River Wines. A simply lovely little jewel, complete with Chapel, restaurant, bocce course and the most amazing scenery you have ever seen. This wedding was full of surprises – the biggest of which was the Horse and Carriage which escorted the bride and her bridal party to the chapel. Luke had arranged this as Erin had always wanted a Horse and Carriage at her wedding….so sweet:) The cloudy morning made way for a glorious sunny afternoon. Making the most of it, we headed straight for vines as well as the rest of the exquisite property. This image was the final location and has the heavens shining down on this beautiful couple.
Thank you for the privilege Erin and Luke - it really was an amazing day. xx I can’t wait to design your album!!
Last weekend, I attended annual Queensland Photographers conference, Hair of the Dog HOTD). Held in February, HOTD is designed to excite and inspire Professional Photographers, as well as emerging photographers. Let’s face it, after Christmas, all the festivities, the heat, and the traditional ‘quiet time’, February is the time to pull the finger out and get to work!!!! So, here I am all excited and with a list of things to do a mile long!!! Like many of the Professional Photographers, it is also a time to reflect on previous years, and future directions. Personally, I have pondering a decision for quite a while……when I move into my new house in July, do I take the Studio from Tarragindi and have it at home???? The consensus is divided, so I have been sitting on my thoughts for a bit. After all, July is a ways off………..
A trend which is very popular, and which I love, is my wedding couples coming back for subsequent portrait sessions – maternity, newborn, toddler, family and so forth. I like to think of myself as a “Family Photographer”, capturing the major life events for future prosperity. Those of you who know me understand my obsession with newborn babies. Having had one myself, and being ridiculously clucky, this is a perfect opportunity for me to get some cuddle action. I think these little people like me too, so more often than not, they play my game:)
Moreover, a huge decision I have made after the weekend (thanks to the AMAZING Kelly Brown – photo below) is that I will continue with the Studio space at Tarragindi for interviewing and viewing, and set up a newborn photographic studio at home. Excited is me!!!!!!!
Kelly Brown, newborn extraordinaire, showing me how to get up close and personal with baby Clara. Image complements of Bambi Wixon.
What this means for YOU is the chance to win a newborn (session, that is) giveaway! During the month of August, we are giving away 3 Newborn Packages. This includes photographic session, PLUS 3, 6x8inch prints. ($400 value) Here’s how.
Luke and Erin live in Cairns, so we met two days before the wedding at the Tarragindi Studio. They had their wedding at the delightful Mount Tambourine venue of Albert River Wines. A simply lovely little jewel, complete with Chapel, restaurant, bocce course and the most amazing scenery you have ever seen.
This wedding was full of surprises – the biggest of which was the Horse and Carriage which escorted the bride and her bridal party to the chapel. Luke had arranged this as Erin had always wanted a Horse and Carriage at her wedding….so sweet:)
The cloudy morning made way for a glorious sunny afternoon. Making the most of it, we headed straight for vines as well as the rest of the exquisite property. This image was the final location and has the heavens shining down on this beautiful couple.
Thank you for the privilege Erin and Luke - it really was an amazing day. xx Enjoy this sneak peak:)
Family Portrait photography – a beautiful family in a beautiful setting:) Love love love.
Stunning light makes a huge difference with all photographic sessions. Using the fading light gives the images a beautiful soft look, highlighting the hair.
This is the Barwick family from Bulimba. We spent a very warm afternoon at the family home doing beautiful Portraits. Bec had coordinated the family, which makes a huge difference in the end result of the images – I am sure you will agree. The boys were not best pleased that I was there, and certainly gave me a run for my money! I do love a challenge, though, so they made me even more determined! I am very happy with the results:)
Rock the shot is having a ‘Favourite image of 2012 competition’, so I figured I would enter. According to my Facebook posts, the most popular image for this year was the one below. I, too love this image as it has special significance. In the Chinese calendar, getting married at the full moon is said to be good luck. So, this beautiful couple are going to have the most wonderful life together.
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This is the third session that I have had with the Barnsdall family. Session one was little Henry when he was 4 months old. Next was the twins when they were 4 months old. This time, all of the above, plus some extra Barnsdalls. We had a lovely morning together. First a bit of a play by the pool, followed by a climb on the fence and some time in the garden. Finally, we had a little birthday party with an amazing cake, made by Lyndsay. Absolutely delightful!
Thank you all for inviting me to share your morning with you. I hope that you love these images – I do:) xx
What an awesome way to deliver a speech. I agree with this groom. Public speaking is not my friend!!! Love it
