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Giggle

2012-02-13T14:19:00.001+10:00

Courtney and John – a preview!

The Bushnell Family

2012-02-03T15:07:00.001+10:00

My friend Kristy just recently had her first baby – a gorgeous baby boy that she and her husband Mark named Axl. He was born on boxing day. When the first picture went around via text, we all agreed that he was indeed, gorgeous.

After a few weeks of family bonding, Kristy asked if I might pop around to take some newborn and family photographs of them. Of course I said YES! I couldn’t wait to take piccies of the little tyke (and meet the family dogs, too!)

Just adorable. xo

Snapshot Sunday–Polka Dot Bride

2012-02-01T15:41:00.001+10:00

Nawww – so cool! I was on Polka Dot Bride today checking the latest wedding up there by David Robertson (who is a genius) and suddenly realised that I am the Snapshot Sunday for this week!!

WOOHOO!

So excited. :D

Eye Spy – Baby Axl

2012-01-29T16:34:00.001+10:00

Oh, sweet child of mine.

More to come soon! ox

Brooke and Lee

2012-01-24T14:25:00.001+10:00

The neighbours two houses over from my parents are Jeff and Debbie. They’ve lived there about 15 years, mum says. When they first moved in, we were having a party – we had a lot of parties in those days, either Linda or Matthew’s birthday, or going away, or something – and we always had a live band. We warned all the neighbours that we were having a party, and that there would be some noise. But we didn’t know Jeff and Debbie really, because they had only moved in recently.

That night, when the band started, there was a knock at the door (I don’t know how we heard it). It was Jeff and Debbie. They were holding a 6 pack. Jeff said, “we’ve come to complain about the noise,” and they came in. That was our introduction.

So, a couple of weeks ago, I was having dinner at my parents place on the back deck and Debbie, with her daughter Brooke, came over to the fence. They had come to say that Brooke was getting married at their home next weekend, and could they maybe come over to take some photographs under my parents’ lovely big Poinciana tree? Mum said of course you can, and who is your photographer? Well, said Brooke, we don’t have one, we were thinking of just asking my brother to take some with his camera. That’s when mum called me over.

And suddenly I had a job for the next weekend!

At-home weddings are my favourite kind. They are always so fun, relaxed, and enjoyable. I think they also hold a special meaning, too.

Congratulations, Brooke and Lee! Thanks for letting me hop over the back fence and take some pictures of your special day. :)

oh hello, 2012

2012-01-16T15:30:00.001+10:00

It’s quite ridiculous that it’s taken me this long to get around to saying something about the beginning of 2012. I’m sorry. But I’m here now; at least that’s something.

2012 started off pretty well for me, actually. For one thing, I was presented with this while the fireworks exploded over Brisbane.

And that made things SO much more exciting. Fireworks are great, friends wooping and cheering too, police congratulating us over the cop car loud speaker… it’s all pretty awesome, to be honest.

Now the wedding photographer has to plan her own wedding. I’m exhausted just thinking about it.

Also, one of my new years resolutions is to start keeping a journal again. I did it pretty religiously for many years until it sort of just petered out one year… perhaps things got too boring to talk about. But as I’m getting older I’m beginning to learn new things about myself and the world and I don’t think it’s too far fetched to think that it’s all worth writing down. So I ordered a new Moleskine online the other day and it finally arrived today – YAY!

Time to go start my resolution, I think.

Here’s to a wonderful 2012, friends.

Brooke and Lee Eye Spy

2012-01-10T10:07:00.001+10:00

You know what?

I LOVE at-home weddings.

We have to save Christmas to save our friends.

2011-12-12T10:47:00.001+10:00

Okay, so, if you don’t know already, Community is my favourite TV show. It is frequently described as one of the most progressive comedies of its time – therefore, it doesn’t have alot of viewers in America (according to Nielsen ratings). The rest of the world’s viewers don’t count when it comes to American ratings and therefore, a few weeks ago, it was announced that halfway through their third season, Community was to be benched my NBC and would return around April 2012 (in reality, this gives NBC plenty of time to cancel the show completely).

Community fans like myself were dirty. What do you expect, NBC, when you put the show in a time slot where it must go up against Big Bang Theory?

Anyway. I digress.

The last episode that we saw before the show was benched was called ‘Regional Holiday Music’ – a send up of all things glee. It was genius, of course. I’m going to share with you Troy and Abed’s Christmas rap, which was the highlight of the episode. I love you, Troy and Abed.

All Community episodes to date are available for US citizens to watch on Hulu.com – as for here in Australia, you will need to grab the DVDs of season one and two, wherever you can. They aren’t expensive. For now, remember to save Christmas to save your friends, and cross your fingers for April next year.

Simon's Cat in 'Cat & Mouse'

2011-12-09T16:13:00.000+10:00

It's almost the weekend, and I'm wishing you all a great weekend with this video of Simon's Cat. This is basically what it's like for me when I work from home.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

It’s too dangerous to go alone! Here, take this!

2011-12-08T19:19:00.001+10:00

Two bubby kittens. :)

Introducing Rob and Sansa, my two current RSPCA foster darlings. Rob Stark, (Lord of Winterfell) the little chocolate brown boy, and his sister Sansa have been settling in quite nicely at our place over the last couple of weeks. Sansa is such a little lady, though she can be cunning and quick at play! Rob is so friendly and brave, trotting around to explore everything, and was the first to say hello to our own cat, Dexter.

If you or anyone you know would be interested in adopting either of these gorgeous things, please contact me!

Noosa 2011

2011-12-06T12:13:00.001+10:00

It was my Mum’s 60th birthday a couple of months ago, and it was decided that the family should celebrate with a ‘birthday month’ – presents, parties, and ultimately a holiday away in Noosa to hang out.

It was also my nephew’s 4th birthday. So we were living it up.

Here are some holiday snaps. I hope you like them. :)

What is your fondest holiday memory? Is it a certain place, or just the people you were with?

I love my Yashica

2011-11-15T09:56:00.001+10:00

Finally got my first three roles developed – LOVE.

The joy of film. :D

Brisbane Wedding Photography | Richell and Shane

2011-10-25T22:32:00.004+10:00

Ceremony: Brisbane Powerhouse

Reception: Brisbane Powerhouse

Bridal Shoot: Brisbane Powerhouse

Wedding: Delightful!

Brisbane Powerhouse Wedding Photography | Eye Spy: Richell and Shane

2011-10-02T12:26:00.002+10:00

This wedding was perfect. :)

More to come soon!

Brooke and Daine

2011-09-21T13:44:00.003+10:00

I have to say – this wedding was all class.

Brooke knew exactly what she wanted for her wedding and no detail was left spared. From her amazing dress to her beautiful earrings that brought out the intense colour of her eyes, she was a unique picture (and I’m so glad that I got to photograph her!)

Brooke and Daine got married at Eco Studio Fellini on the Gold Coast. A beautiful venue for their beautiful wedding.

Brooke and Daine, have a fabulous life together! Thank you for letting me part of your emotional day.

Patricia and Neilsen | Gold Coast Wedding Photographer

2011-09-12T22:04:00.002+10:00

Patricia and Neilsen. What can I say? These guys have to be one of the most beautiful couples I have ever met.

You know what the greatest thing about Neilsen and Patricia was? It was like the wedding came second, but their love and their family came first. They weren't obsessed with silly little wedding details, they were just happy to be together with their friends and family (alot of whom came all the way from New Zealand for their wedding!)
Also, can I get a shout out for the venue? La Casa on the Hill on the Gold Coast is amazing! It's a beautiful private mansion with an uninterrupted view of the Gold Coast. Also one of the best wedding venues I've shot at, simply because it's private and personal. I just couldn't get over it.

Mt Cootha | Brisbane Photography

2011-09-11T18:31:00.001+10:00

Today was a beautiful day. The most beautiful day for a hike up Mt Cootha. :)

Brisbane Wedding Photographer * World Cat Day

2011-08-09T17:37:00.004+10:00

In honour of World Cat Day yesterday, I thought I would share some pics of my favourite furry friend. :)

blackbird, fly

2011-08-02T20:47:00.001+10:00

My first film with my blackbird, fly!

Look out for some more film fun in the next couple of weeks - Japan style!

Beautiful Brides

2011-07-03T14:02:00.001+10:00

I get the privaledge of photographing the most beautiful brides.

Below are a few photographs of the gorgeous Lianah, photographed for Bride's Best Friend.

Also, I LOVE this picture of Lianah's bridesmaids!

For more information on this wedding, or for other weddings by Bride's Best Friend, please visit the website!

*All images copyright Bride's Best Friend.

fisheye 35mm

2011-06-17T22:20:00.001+10:00

Don't you love it when you get a film developed, and it's been in the camera for god knows how long?

Ah, film. :D

Eliza

2011-06-17T09:34:00.001+10:00

I am pretty lucky that I get to call the amazing Stacey Russell my friend. So when she told me that she was going out on yet another gorgeous fashion shoot, and I asked if I might tag along, I was so happy when she said yes! (I didn't want to cramp her style, or get in her way, or anything). Below are the results of our photoshoot with gorgeous Eliza Hall (can you GET any prettier??)

You can see more of my shots from this shoot on my website.

Fran and Jim: A Preview.

2011-05-10T21:07:00.001+10:00

Gorgeous, yes?