Today we visited the Wellington SPCA to help get some new profile pictures for their dogs. What a gorgeous bunch of woofers they were! Please go by and check them out!
Here’s a quick picture of lovely Nala.
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Jul9
No CommentsWellington SPCA
Posted in: Projects, {families}, {life}, {news}
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Jul3
No CommentsJamie, Aimee and Jack – Finally a Sunny Day
Posted in: {babies}, {couples}, {families}, {life}, {portraits}
We had a lovely session with these guys today, enjoying the only nice afternoon we’ve had for ages and spending our time trying to get Jack – who is a little cutie – to smile.
We took him to the park fora bit to make the most of the nice light. He was a little suspicious though:
But when we managed to get a little giggle out of him, it was adorable:
Some cute family shots:
When we got him home though, Jack was straight into it and full of personality:
Check out this concentration!
Cute!
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Mar17
No CommentsRetro adorable
Posted in: Inspiration, Projects, {life}
I purchased some film this week for my vintage Polaroid camera, before the stocks of film run out. Apparently new film will be produced at some point, but best not to risk it right?! So, to embrace the little retro hipster inside me, I ummed and erred about what to shoot, especially since at these prices every frame is $3.50
And of course, in the end, it was the little guy that won – shoot what you love, right? Here’s Baxter, vintage-style:
We are having a weekend off this weekend, so fingers crossed for a wonderful weekend, especially as it feels this week a bit like the warm weather is at an end. Hope you all have a delicious time!
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Feb8
1 CommentHappy Birthday!
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We had a birthday celebration at chez Wilson yesterday – our treasured and sweet wonderful little man. That’s right – it was Baxter the puppy’s b-day! I am pretty dog crazy and love my little guy, so I thought a special birthday post might be in order.
Here he is when we first got him, just a little ball of fur, and then just after 11pm last night, looking big and cute and way too hairy.
If you’ve ever thought about getting your own little ball of fur, check out the SPCA’s Second Chance For Love’s Adopt-a-thon’s around the country this weekend.
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Feb5
No CommentsWellington Sevens, Part 2.
Posted in: Projects, {life}, {news}, {portraits}
We’re spending some time at home this afternoon to cool off after a gloriously sunny trip to the Wellington waterfront to see what the sevens-goers were up to. By 12.30, the crowd were already getting fairly raucous at the various bars we walked past, though there were loads of families out to see everything too.
Even when I’m out shooting madness in crazy outfits, I shoot details. I love the waterfront:
Then, onto the action. These dudes had a softer side though:
I love groups that have their whole thing worked out, including a photo set-up:
Sevens craziness is for the young of heart:
Dude’s got moves!
And so does this guy! Bringin’ a little country flavour to it:
Rawr.
When I shoot couples, I love juxtaposing things that look bizarre together, like a bride against a faded & peeling shed. So, yeah, this is cool:
And, once again, a little vintage. ‘Cos we do it soooo well.
Once again, if you don’t see your pic here, check out our Facebook page, and if anyone wants me to send through a photo of them, just flick me an email.
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Feb4
No CommentsWellington Sevens, Part 1.
Posted in: Projects, {life}, {portraits}
As someone so eloquently Tweeted today, Wellington during Sevens weekend is a magical place. Social norms, fashion and shyness are out the window, and are unashamedly replaced by wonderfully, hilariously bold & reckless AWESOME (awesome in costume, no less!). Michael decided we would spend the afternoon on the streets watching the world go by, and WOW was it worth it. Here are a few of my favourite shots, either because I love the costumes, or because they’re freakin’ hilarious!
Very cool, you internet & social network lovers:
Now, I don’t know how many of you have seen the Photobomb site, where people run into other people’s photos, but this one right here is world class:
LOVE the Mario girls. If this ain’t geek chic, I don’t know what is.
Like I said, everything you know to be normal, out the window.
What I love about this photo is that it sort of looks like I was paparazzi, grabbing a secret shot of them as they walked down the street shopping one weekend…
And now a little retro, because vintage tees and men in stubbies are everything we know and love about this country:
I think we might hit the streets again tomorrow for a little more photo love! If we took your picture and it’s not featured here, or you want to see more madness, go and check out the Sevens album on our Facebook page.
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Jan24
1 CommentPretty & new
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To anyone who’s visited the site in the last couple of months, this won’t be much of a surprise, as things have been changing for a while, but as you can see I’ve now completed something of a ‘new’ site. I was struggling with keeping two different sites up to date, so now you can find everything located in one place – this blog has had a little makeover and now houses our information and galleries as well. I also have a pretty new logo that will be appearing on a few more of my materials.
I still need to create and update my beauty/fashion & family portraiture galleries, so in the meantime, as I couldn’t post without a picture, here’s one of my favourite images from my summer holiday – my niece livin’ it up on the trampoline.
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Jan8
No CommentsProject 365
Posted in: Inspiration, Projects, {life}
This year, I’m doing a photography project called Project 365. In recent years it has become immensely popular on the internet, and I’ve always wanted to do it. This year just feels like a good time to make the effort. For more info on Project 365, check out http://365project.org/ and the work that other people are doing in the 365 group on Flickr. It’s fairly simple though – take a photo every day.
I have always enjoyed creating amazing memories through my camera lens, and this project is both a way to ensure I’m always looking for new ways to photograph the world around me, and to capture a part of our lives in 2010.
I think it would be kind of overkill (i.e. very boring for you!) for me to post all 365 pictures, but I’ll try to post my favourites every week or so.
Here are some amazing views from Marlborough for the first instalment.
The landscapes down there are breathtaking. If you are having a Marlborough wedding I am available to photograph weddings there for the 2010/11 season.
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Jan7
No CommentsStaying fabulous
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Welcome to 2010! 2009 was gone in the blink of an eye for us – between a few doors closing and a few new ones opening it has been non-stop action that I could barely keep up with. But I’m back with a vengeance now after a much-needed and truly wonderful break over Christmas and New Year. We were lucky enough to spend a little time in Auckland and in Marlborough to see both of our extended families. I’ll post a little something about that tomorrow when I talk about a project I’ve taken on for 2010.
Today’s post though is about another little trip I was able to take, down to Christchurch. On January 5th I attended a workshop with Orange County wedding photographer Jasmine Star. If you haven’t seen Jasmine’s blog, then head over there immediately. It showcases her breathtaking work, which is bright, fresh and fun with a twist of fashion. It also showcases Jasmine’s vibrant personality and her talent for writing, not to mention her adorable dog Polo.
I have no doubt that attending her workshop will change my business and who I am, if for no other reason than that I’m here, writing this now. One thing I walked out of there knowing was that I have to make more of an effort to blog! Hopefully this year’s posts will be much more frequent, and let you know a little bit more about who I am, what I do, and what I do for my clients.
I was also lucky enough to meet some other great photographers from around the country, and get great advice from them and from Jasmine herself. We packed a lot into a day, not least of which was having an amazing photoshoot. Our models were beyond sensational, and the Christchurch Arts Centre was a beautiful location. We had gorgeous sunshine, a bit of a breeze, and, thanks to a nearby bomb-scare (which I mean in the NICEST way possible) we had access to this fabulous tram to shoot in:
The architecture there makes for the most fabulous light and backdrop:
There is nothing quite like real laughter:
Bee-autiful! When I get them, I will post the details of the dress designer, because these designer gowns were absolutely amazing.
Jasmine’s workshop was the perfect way to kick off 2010. I can absolutely recommend it to other photographers who get the opportunity to go. Jasmine Star Photography’s tagline is “lifestyle photography for fabulous people,” and at the bottom of a little card from Jasmine were the words “stay fabulous.” That, simply put, is my goal for 2010.
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Dec5
1 CommentUpper Hutt Santa Parade
Posted in: {families}, {life}, {news}, {portraits}
We decided to pop down to the local Santa Parade today and grab a few shots. I really enjoyed it and we got some great pictures.
This one is my absolute favourite from the day:
The kids watching it are so cute!
A little entertainment:
The fire team were pretty popular:
How adorable is this girl’s expression?
Some Christmas wishes from Scotland:
Cute!
These guys were all having loads of fun:
We got a little performance from these guys:
One of the many furry stars of the day:
Love it:
Some fun personalities:
How cool is this outfit?
Some more music:
And the star of the show:
If you’d like to see more pictures, check out the full set on the Flickr slideshow, and feel free to contact me with any enquiries.