Coming home !
December, Remember, I'm coming home !!
(Brisbane 2014)
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Showing posts with label portrait photographer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label portrait photographer. Show all posts
Bekk and Josh
Bekk and Josh
I first met Maddie from Etta Photography a while back at a Kelly Brown (Little Pieces) workshop. Maddie a well established wedding photographer, was looking for a change of direction to give her more time with her young children. I was still at college at the time and looking for .... well ..... any direction really!! lol......
I have heard time an time again to try and specialise in one area you enjoy most.
I have thought about this constantly over the last year or so, without reaching any conclusion. Because, every time I shoot a wedding and spend the day in the emotional wrap of two blissfully happy people in their moment - I think this it, "this is where I'm meant to be" ... wedding photography :) sharing special days with beautiful people. Heaven.
But then ... I shoot a family portraits ... and we have 'so' much fun and I laugh so much, that I come home thinking "this is where I need to be" spending quality time marking moments in time with happy families. I love children .. the good, the not so good and the really cheeky and I know these moments captured are so special to the parents, its just beautiful.
But then ... I'm asked to do a newborn photography session and I just adore babies, love having sneaky hugs and cuddling a new life. I love giving new mums adorable images of their precious little ones. And then I'm confused again and think ... "maybe I should concentrate on this area it makes me all warm and fuzzy".
See ...
really I love capturing any of these moments for happy loving people. I love capturing moments in time. Moments we can never repeat, moments that mean so much to the people I shoot for. So I have decided that I cannot possibly at this stage pick one field ... just one field ... no way!!!
I love them all.
But anyway back to Maddie at Etta Photography :) Maddie and I hit it off straight away at Kelly's workshop, we are both straight talking, caring people and so we remained in touch over the months and when Maddie mentioned she was preparing a wedding workshop, I thought this is just the perfect scenario for me, to show support for a great friend/person and to see how someone I have come to admire worked.
The workshop was very informal/low key which .. I loved .. as I felt so comfortable to ask precisely what I needed to know, those who know me can imagine this scene lol - but there was plenty of time to really discuss each attendees specific queries. I'm positive everyone came away with so much relevant info. Maddie had also organised two stunning models and this was the best part for me ....... as it was raining and miserably wet, capping that off we went to the most un-obvious place to shoot; a small muddy, grassy verge at the end of a cul-de-sac.
FANTASTIC!!
what an awesomely great idea to really test us and show/push us to be creative ... I loved it. We had to work out where would be best to shoot the couple, how to pose them and how to avoid obstacles and the muddiest parts (as best as possible)in order to create a great portrait etc etc. A really down to earth realistic scenario. We don't always have the luxury of beautiful settings that shout photo op here!!.. photo op there!!! , and so it was great experience and unlike any workshop I'd been to before.
I think its important to keep attending workshops - however experienced you are. Its important to your creativity and you can always learn something new from others. One is never perfect ! I am not vain enough to think I can not learn from others !
All in all it was a great day and I can highly recommend it to anyone.
These are my images from the day ... I think considering what was going on behind the scenes they are awesome :))))))(even though I say myself..lol .. vain? who mentioned vanity? lol )
I first met Maddie from Etta Photography a while back at a Kelly Brown (Little Pieces) workshop. Maddie a well established wedding photographer, was looking for a change of direction to give her more time with her young children. I was still at college at the time and looking for .... well ..... any direction really!! lol......
I have heard time an time again to try and specialise in one area you enjoy most.
I have thought about this constantly over the last year or so, without reaching any conclusion. Because, every time I shoot a wedding and spend the day in the emotional wrap of two blissfully happy people in their moment - I think this it, "this is where I'm meant to be" ... wedding photography :) sharing special days with beautiful people. Heaven.
But then ... I shoot a family portraits ... and we have 'so' much fun and I laugh so much, that I come home thinking "this is where I need to be" spending quality time marking moments in time with happy families. I love children .. the good, the not so good and the really cheeky and I know these moments captured are so special to the parents, its just beautiful.
But then ... I'm asked to do a newborn photography session and I just adore babies, love having sneaky hugs and cuddling a new life. I love giving new mums adorable images of their precious little ones. And then I'm confused again and think ... "maybe I should concentrate on this area it makes me all warm and fuzzy".
See ...
really I love capturing any of these moments for happy loving people. I love capturing moments in time. Moments we can never repeat, moments that mean so much to the people I shoot for. So I have decided that I cannot possibly at this stage pick one field ... just one field ... no way!!!
I love them all.
But anyway back to Maddie at Etta Photography :) Maddie and I hit it off straight away at Kelly's workshop, we are both straight talking, caring people and so we remained in touch over the months and when Maddie mentioned she was preparing a wedding workshop, I thought this is just the perfect scenario for me, to show support for a great friend/person and to see how someone I have come to admire worked.
The workshop was very informal/low key which .. I loved .. as I felt so comfortable to ask precisely what I needed to know, those who know me can imagine this scene lol - but there was plenty of time to really discuss each attendees specific queries. I'm positive everyone came away with so much relevant info. Maddie had also organised two stunning models and this was the best part for me ....... as it was raining and miserably wet, capping that off we went to the most un-obvious place to shoot; a small muddy, grassy verge at the end of a cul-de-sac.
FANTASTIC!!
what an awesomely great idea to really test us and show/push us to be creative ... I loved it. We had to work out where would be best to shoot the couple, how to pose them and how to avoid obstacles and the muddiest parts (as best as possible)in order to create a great portrait etc etc. A really down to earth realistic scenario. We don't always have the luxury of beautiful settings that shout photo op here!!.. photo op there!!! , and so it was great experience and unlike any workshop I'd been to before.
I think its important to keep attending workshops - however experienced you are. Its important to your creativity and you can always learn something new from others. One is never perfect ! I am not vain enough to think I can not learn from others !
All in all it was a great day and I can highly recommend it to anyone.
These are my images from the day ... I think considering what was going on behind the scenes they are awesome :))))))(even though I say myself..lol .. vain? who mentioned vanity? lol )
LAUREL ALEXANDRA PHOTOGRAPHY
contact: laurelalexandraphotography@live.com
People of Brighton
People of Brighton 2012
Back home in Brighton last year
with my camera in hand
walking the streets
wow... such diverse and interesting people,
maybe if I'd stopped talking ... I could have taken more images lol :P
But Brighton beware!!!
mad woman with large camera will be on the loose once more ... I'm coming home :)
to be a Brighton (east sussex) photographer ...Yayyyyy !!
Back home in Brighton last year
with my camera in hand
walking the streets
wow... such diverse and interesting people,
maybe if I'd stopped talking ... I could have taken more images lol :P
But Brighton beware!!!
mad woman with large camera will be on the loose once more ... I'm coming home :)
to be a Brighton (east sussex) photographer ...Yayyyyy !!
LAUREL ALEXANDRA PHOTOGRAPHY
Kayden's cake smash
Kayden's Cake-smash - {portrait photography}
OMGosh .... so much fun ....
little Kayden celebrated his first birthday with a cake-smash,
and boy did he smash it ....
ate it ....
trod in it ....
and generally made a right mess.
He was so chuffed with himself
LAUREL ALEXANDRA PHOTOGRAPHY
Brighton Beach - (UK)
A hot summers day in 2012 - the seafront of Brighton fills up
The population of the south east of England descends on the promenade of Brighton and Hove. Heading for the West Pier, I was met by a Beatles tribute band with an audience as large as a full on concert, basketball matches, beach volleyball, fairground rides, paddling pools, market stalls and hoards of people sucking up the sunshine and supping on an ice-cold beer. Amongst all this was a small group of street dancers.
sunshine and beats
can't wait to be back in the vibe :)
A hot summers day in 2012 - the seafront of Brighton fills up
The population of the south east of England descends on the promenade of Brighton and Hove. Heading for the West Pier, I was met by a Beatles tribute band with an audience as large as a full on concert, basketball matches, beach volleyball, fairground rides, paddling pools, market stalls and hoards of people sucking up the sunshine and supping on an ice-cold beer. Amongst all this was a small group of street dancers.
sunshine and beats
can't wait to be back in the vibe :)
LAUREL ALEXANDRA PHOTOGRAPHY
Portrait photo sessions - fundraising for children in need
I first visited Nepal back in Jan 2010.
It changed my life.
There is something very soul searching about living amongst people who seem so positive and happy to be alive, to have a job - any job, and are happy to share their few possessions. It is very humbling and made me totally evaluate my life, and see the bigger picture.
The tour was organised by Renee French with her husband David Cansdale, and was designed to raise funds for an orphanage they had previously visited - the Childrens Welfare Centre, Nepal, CWC.
The tour totally inspired us all, and on return we founded a registered Charity: Childrens Aid International inc, CAI.
CAI thrives today under the watchful eye of Renee.
In Jan 2012 I returned to Nepal, as a leader of the annual tour, raising over $16,000AU and giving 10 fantastic participants the holiday of their life. The tour takes in plenty of major landmarks, Trekking in the Annapurna Ranges, riding/feeding/bathing elephants and of course spending plenty of time with the 50 kids cared for at CWC - taking them to the cinema (Their once a year treat), games day in the park, CWC's got talent and much much more...........
CAI continue to support CWC through fundraising activities, such as market stalls, movie nights, sponsorship programs and organised tours. If you would like to become involved or would like to know more about their fund-raising activities please jump onto their website or Facebook page.
OR
If you are thinking of having a family photo session
AND
would like to support this worthwhile cause
READ ON :)
I first visited Nepal back in Jan 2010.
It changed my life.
There is something very soul searching about living amongst people who seem so positive and happy to be alive, to have a job - any job, and are happy to share their few possessions. It is very humbling and made me totally evaluate my life, and see the bigger picture.
The tour was organised by Renee French with her husband David Cansdale, and was designed to raise funds for an orphanage they had previously visited - the Childrens Welfare Centre, Nepal, CWC.
The tour totally inspired us all, and on return we founded a registered Charity: Childrens Aid International inc, CAI.
CAI thrives today under the watchful eye of Renee.
In Jan 2012 I returned to Nepal, as a leader of the annual tour, raising over $16,000AU and giving 10 fantastic participants the holiday of their life. The tour takes in plenty of major landmarks, Trekking in the Annapurna Ranges, riding/feeding/bathing elephants and of course spending plenty of time with the 50 kids cared for at CWC - taking them to the cinema (Their once a year treat), games day in the park, CWC's got talent and much much more...........
CAI continue to support CWC through fundraising activities, such as market stalls, movie nights, sponsorship programs and organised tours. If you would like to become involved or would like to know more about their fund-raising activities please jump onto their website or Facebook page.
OR
If you are thinking of having a family photo session
AND
would like to support this worthwhile cause
READ ON :)
LAUREL ALEXANDRA PHOTOGRAPHY
Christmas Cruise - {portrait photography}
A few years back I visited the gorgeous island of Lifou as part of a Christmas cruise. I didn't know anything about photography back then, but armed with my camera set to auto, I marched off the boat into another world.
After nearly killing ourselves marching up to the top of the hill to view the local landmark and tourist highlight; then puffing and gasping for a drink we marched all the way back down. Plunking ourselves on the beach where we had a swim and lazed in the sun, where we were immediately joined by a group of children who thought it would be great fun to be photographed. So promptly started to get our attention by proceeding to entertain us by running in and out of the water and splashing about. (With mums permission) I hurriedly started shooting... I just love candid photography especially children.
These photos are not great, and not all sharp (tut tut!)....
oh what I could do given the same opportunity again!!!
It was like Christmas all over coming across them in my study tidy-up;
they bring back so many wonderful memories,
and I just love them (regardless of faults).
A few years back I visited the gorgeous island of Lifou as part of a Christmas cruise. I didn't know anything about photography back then, but armed with my camera set to auto, I marched off the boat into another world.
After nearly killing ourselves marching up to the top of the hill to view the local landmark and tourist highlight; then puffing and gasping for a drink we marched all the way back down. Plunking ourselves on the beach where we had a swim and lazed in the sun, where we were immediately joined by a group of children who thought it would be great fun to be photographed. So promptly started to get our attention by proceeding to entertain us by running in and out of the water and splashing about. (With mums permission) I hurriedly started shooting... I just love candid photography especially children.
These photos are not great, and not all sharp (tut tut!)....
oh what I could do given the same opportunity again!!!
It was like Christmas all over coming across them in my study tidy-up;
they bring back so many wonderful memories,
and I just love them (regardless of faults).
LAUREL ALEXANDRA PHOTOGRAPHY
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