A Girl's Favourite!
She Had So Much Fun!
Before and Now!
Styled Photo Shoots Melbourne
Autumn Hue!
Toddler Photo Shoot at Mont Du Soleil!
Spring Toddler Fun!
Make Your Daughter Feel Special!
Freelensing, what is it?
How do you define Fine Art Photography?
Children's Fine Art Photography Melbourne
More from beautiful Mont Du Soleil Mini Photo Shoots last November. Both brother and sister loved being photographed in this glorious setting. If you're interested in a similar photo shoot for your child or Tween I will be hosting more this coming Autumn.
Special Promotion!
I'm so excited to introduce a day out at the beautiful Mont Du Soleil www.montdusoleil.com in Kallista, Dandenongs on Sunday, 25th September. A special day for your Tween daughter.
I remember so vividly when I was in-between 9 - 12 years old, where you're not quite a child anymore but not yet a teenager. A most confusing time as your childhood innocence is questioned by your peers, becoming more independent but still insecure, trying to fit in and find your identity.
They're coming into their own, developing their own personalities, shaping their thoughts and feelings of who they will become in their adult life. That awkwardness and self doubt though springs it's ugly head and friendships change as they question who they are.
I've had some wonderful styled photo shoots with young girls, I love to make them feel special! I work with them to discover their true selves and develop a photo shoot around their personality. I will be bringing various outfits on the day for your daughter to choose from but work with her prior to the shoot to help her organise her outfit for her session. I find that the Mums have just as good a time helping their daughters dress and work out their outfits too.
After the shoot your photos will be loaded to an online gallery where you choose your 'Favourites' by two images which will be printed on beautiful archival art paper, A3 size which can be framed and hung on the wall. A framed art piece that she will treasure in years to come.
Best Friends Forever!
What better way to spend a day on your school holidays than have a photo shoot with your best friend. The girls loved trying on different outfits and had a ball modelling in front of the camera. They were little troupers, never complaining once especially with the cold!
Children seem to come out of their shell in front of the camera and naturally be themselves. If you're thinking about having professional photos taken don't be put off that it's Winter.
Children & Family Lifestyle Photographer Bayside, Melbourne
As if I am reaching for the stars,
outstretched arms, open and inviting.
Gentle smiles tell stories of lives and love,
the movements so enticing.
Smooth steps and turns, arms precise.
What a feeling, all those eyes and brightly colored lights.
I watch from the crowd and I see from the stage,
I yearn for the day when I can dance with such grace.
For now I simply practice and hope the curtain will raise,
And pour my heart out when dancing
and hope the music never dies.
by Cindijo Betrand
Let's Investigate!
What looked like vacant, bushy land was actually a native reserve filled with all sorts of beautiful indigenous plants and trees in our local area. I've driven past this spot so many times but decided to stop and have a look.
Little Emma had such a great time (even in the rain), looking at all the flowering shrubs and tea tree! Children love to investigate, everything is an adventure!
"A Child's Tale"
LITTLE GIRLS
(Karen Barnes)
Little girls are made of daisies and butterflies and soft kitty cat purrs and all the precious memories of times that once were.
Little girls are made of angel's wings and giggles and a firefly's glow and all the happy feelings deep inside that we all know.
Little girls are made of cinnamon and bubbles and fancy white pearls and snowflakes and rainbows and ballerina twirls.
Little girls are made of sunshine and cupcakes and fresh morning dew and these are the reasons little one, why everyone loves you.
A Boy's Dream to Ride a Vintage Motorbike!
"If he's riding, he's happy"!
Children's Photographer Melbourne
"Every child is a different kind of flower and all together they make this world a beautiful garden."~ Author Unknown
Using Props!
Photographing 'Lifestyle' means real, natural, as the story unfolds in front of you. Sometimes though, to help a child feel comfortable in front of the camera, I occasionally use minimal props to help them feel at ease. Props can show a particular stage of your child's development and what child doesn't love to show off their toys. Older children "Tweens" or Teenagers love to be able to express their own ideas on how they would like themselves to be portrayed. It can help build their self confidence in front of the camera if they've been able to use a prop that they love. For boys it could be their skateboard, bike, fishing rod, Lego, etc., for girls it could be their favourite dress, make-up, flowers or their own ideas. This little girl wanted to show off her new vintage dresses and she was so thrilled with the outcome!
