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2012-01-30T21:12:00.000+11:00

Maree and Gavin

2010-11-27T12:04:00.002+11:00

Blogger has not been very co-operative this week. I will try and load some more of Gavin and Maree's beautiful wedding tomorrow.

2010-10-31T16:43:00.002+11:00

It has been a big few weeks in the Myhill home. Liberty turned 5 and Shawn had his first stitches... a Billycart incident, but all is well! So life gets back to normal now and I have almost finished editing Sheree and Petes wedding. So more images to come! Thanks for your patients x

* Notice what great mates the Groomsmen are! ;)

2010-10-25T21:08:00.000+11:00

Finally some more...

2010-10-24T20:24:00.002+11:00

Sorry I have been a bit slack getting some images up, my baby turned 5 this week. 5!!! Time sure does fly.

I LOVE this shot of the girls!

Sheree & Pete

2010-10-19T07:34:00.004+11:00

Tim McGraw

2010-09-22T20:51:00.002+10:00

Last weekend we went on a road trip with Rach and Dean to Brisbane. I didn't think I was doing too much harm by taking my Nikon D90 into the concert. Security thought differently. I was lucky, he was quite nice and didn't ask me to delete the images. I struggle with this type of lighting so I am thrilled with the results!

Earlier in the year I caught James Taylor and Carol King on my phone... slightly different results!

Milk Thieves!

2010-05-27T13:39:00.003+10:00

I was super excited when I discoverd I had an Etsy convo regarding my camera straps earlier this week. These 7 babies are on their way to Wollongong to (hopefully) be sold at Milk Thieves Art & Design
Some I had already made, others I made especially. I now only have 2 left in my stash, hopefully I can make some me time this weekend to sew a few more projects.

My photogenic friends

2010-04-21T20:20:00.002+10:00

It has been awhile since I have added to this blog. All is quiet over the winter months in my part of the world photographically speaking. I do have plans for some landscape shots, just need the time to make them happen!
Thanks for stopping by. x

Superman!

2010-03-18T21:16:00.002+11:00

Funny story this one....

The quick version is this.
I saw a phone booth, (very rare sight these days) and in jest asked the Groomsmen walking in front of me if any of them had their Superman suit on under their wedding suits... Well the Groom did, and he will forever be my Super Groom for humoring me while I laughed so much I cried taking these photos! Thanks Jared, you are SUPER! x

Mr & Mrs Fuller

2010-03-16T19:23:00.001+11:00

My boy, the paige boy!

2010-03-15T21:30:00.003+11:00

This is my beautiful boy, all dressed up and a wedding to attend!
Shawn did so very well and was a great kid all day and everyone was so very proud of him!
Love you buddy x

Yummy!

2010-03-08T23:26:00.002+11:00

This was very impressive and so very delicious! The frosting has always been my favourite and I have only come across it in America, so I was extra excited!
A friend of Bec and Jared's made this work of art, if I knew his name I would pass it on!

Bec & Jared

2010-03-07T23:12:00.003+11:00

This was the the best bridal party! These guys not once complained about lining up for photos...at least out loud they never said anything to me :) You was clear to see what great mates they are. Thanks guys, so much!

Back to Bec and Jared

2010-03-03T23:14:00.004+11:00

Well I have spent this chilly Autumn day working on Bec and Jared's wedding pics. I am very happy with how they are coming together. The ocean makes a fantastic backdrop!
I love the image of Andy, 'giving away' his youngest daughter, the look on Bec's face as she looks at her dad is beautiful!

I also want to thank everyone for all of the wonderful, complementary feedback on both my photography and sewing creations. Not many comments are left on the blog posts, but the emails, conversations and recomendations are very appreciated! It means so very much. I must say, coming into Winter and only having 2 weddings booked is rather sad. I am really loving my photography!

Some more Martin and Nicole shots.

2010-03-02T13:07:00.004+11:00

The person who's car they were to use as the bridal car let them down just a few days before the wedding. This the the car they got stuck with instead... How fantastic was that!!

Martin and Nicole

2010-03-01T23:27:00.003+11:00

Just thought I would sneak in a few pics from Martin and Nicoles wedding that I shot last Saturday. Yes, 2 weddings on consecutive weekends!
I had to share the balloon image with you...how fantastic do they look! The Bridesmaids wore Chocolate Brown, so scattered on the table were coffee beans! Nicole has a great mind for detail!
I will be back tomorrow with a few more, then Wednesday I will be back with more of Bec and Jared's wedding... sorry to have kept you waiting.

The Jump

2010-02-24T22:10:00.004+11:00

I could not pick just one favourite, this was so funny! This bridal party were the best and so much fun! Thanks guys for the laughs x

* All images have been reduced in size for the purpose of the blog, quality is much better than it appears here.

Bec & Jared

2010-02-23T11:16:00.003+11:00

This past weekend I had the pure joy of photographing 2 of the most beautiful people on their wedding day. Matt's Neice Bec, and her now husband, Jared. It was a beautiful day and the weather was perfect!

This was the first image I took, this is just how I found them. :)
I am still working through the images that I took, I will load some as I edit.

Crayon bags.

2010-02-16T12:01:00.003+11:00

I LOVE these bags! I always grab Liberty's when we are heading out to dinner or I am going somewhere where I know I will need a few minutes without her chatting :) They keep her occupied for so long! Even Shawn, who is 9, wanted one...

These were the first bags I made. I gave some as gifts over Christmas and I also sold a few. I do a few variations of these, but for now these are the only ones I have. Included is the notebook and BIC Kids Crayons. $15 each.
If you are interested in a crayon bag, let me know for what age, boy or girl and I will let you know what I can come up with. :)

Pink and Black!

2010-02-16T09:32:00.003+11:00

This one is my newest creation. The pink is so yummy, it feels so good! Just for fun it has 3 pleats, just to add to the texture. The main photo didn't show this so I took a close up. The Pink and Black tote is $20 and measures approx 35x32 cm. the handles are thick and approx 32cm long.

The beautiful blue tote is made from soft backed curtain fabric. It is so lightweight, but sturdy. I really love this fabric! this tote is approx 40x33cm with long straps approx 66cm and a vintage doily for character! This tote is only $15.

It's in the bag, baby!

2010-02-15T23:02:00.003+11:00

In my down time from editing photos, I am making bags. Bags that I hope to give as gifts and sell at markets, or maybe even online.

These are my chocolate with blue dots bags. This fabric is so yummy! Almost like a Taffeta. It is an upholstery fabric so it is sturdy, perfect for totes.

Each bag measures approx 40 x 30 cm. I make the handles different lengths, because we all like different things :)

These bags are $15 for the plain, $18 for the vintage doily (Top pic)and $20 for the vintage doily and button bag (Bottom 2 pics)

If you are interested in purchasing one of my original, handmade bags leave me a comment or send me an email and I will get back to you!

The last of Laura and Brendans images

2010-02-11T21:16:00.005+11:00

I think I like taking shots of flowers... :)

Today I handed over the 500 + edited images on DVD to Laura and Brendan. I also put together a photo book for them, I hope it comes back OK. I find them stressful, as the quality of the book is now out of my hands. I am a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to things like that :)

Thanks Laura and Brendan, I hope you love your photos x

Love these!

2010-02-08T18:38:00.001+11:00

The lovely Nareen helped me out for the afternoon. Chief Parasol and tripod gal, and so much more :) Thanks for helping me out Nareen, I think you are super! x

I edited this one today and it is now one of my favourites! I love the looks on Laura and Brendans faces. (and I love the door behind them)

Some more...

2010-02-02T17:13:00.003+11:00

I couldn't resit taking this shot. As I walked in this is how I found the girls shoes, it reminded me of how I lined up the boys dress shoes.

This was such a beautiful spot, just as you enter the property. So nice to see lush, green grass

I love the look on Lauras face.

Moore Park

2010-01-27T09:43:00.003+11:00

Not sure if I have finished playing with these yet... not quite the look I wanted...

How beautiful is Laura's parasol? It features in a few more photos to come.

Random

2010-01-25T22:47:00.003+11:00

Laura's family operates a yummy fruit orchard, this is where the girls prepared for the day and we also used as a location for photos after the ceremony.

Top image - I arrived to get some 'before' snaps of the girls just as the Limo was arriving.

Bottom image - I was with the boys and while I was watching them tie ties, I spotted the hire shoes all polished and bagged ready to go! I couldn't help myself :)

Laura and Brendan's Beautiful Wedding.

2010-01-25T17:38:00.005+11:00

This past Saturday I had the great pleasure of photographing Laura and Brendan's beautiful day. I have worked with Laura for 3 years and now she is married and moving on. I will miss her! The ceremony was nothing less than fantastic! I don't recall a ceremony where all of the congregation sang the hymns with such joy. It was wonderful to hear.
Now begins my process of sorting through the 696 photos that I took on the day. I will post some of my favourites as I go, so watch this space!

Saumarez Homestead

2009-12-12T19:26:00.000+11:00

Trees

2009-12-09T18:05:00.005+11:00

How perfect is this huge tree! The branches are so massive that some are actually chained up to the trunk. My children would love this in the backyard!

Flowers

2009-12-09T09:48:00.000+11:00

2009-12-08T19:52:00.001+11:00

I have been playing :) I never really know how far to take photoshop... It is a very personal thing. Do you want traditional, modern, arty, vintage etc... It is fun to play though.

Stables

2009-12-03T09:31:00.002+11:00

This is a beautiful part of Saumarez, unfortunately time was against us and the plans I had in my head just couldn't happen. I do love this shot though! The girls were alot of fun!

Chris & Shannyn's Wedding

2009-12-02T16:04:00.003+11:00

Last Saturday I had the pleasure of shooting Shannyn and Chris's Wedding. The ceremony was at Saumarez Gardens, a National Trust Building near Armidale, it was the most beautiful setting. (Stay tuned for pics, coming soon!)
I had only met Shannyn once before to 'talk shop', but through the power of Facebook got to know her a bit more. She did a fantastic job and the day went very smoothly.

This is Maddi, the cutest flowergirl and so well behaved! :)

Baby Alice

2009-12-02T15:46:00.006+11:00

I love this shot!

Alice was just 2 weeks old... that was a month ago now...

Bec, Jared and their new baby girl, Alice are a beautiful family.

In February I get the honor of taking their wedding photos at Hat Head, sooooo excited! x

The Girls

2009-09-21T11:52:00.002+10:00

Random bits.

2009-09-17T08:37:00.003+10:00

New Family

2009-09-11T09:13:00.002+10:00

Mates

2009-09-08T09:08:00.002+10:00

Dolphin Watching

2009-09-07T09:39:00.002+10:00

While we were on the beach getting some group shots Rick spotted a Dolphin. Turned out that there were 4 swimming along the shore line. Of course I wasn't there to go Dolphin watching so I had the wrong lens, but that's Ok, I still got something.

Cutest girls!

2009-09-06T08:27:00.003+10:00

These 3 flower girls were always so good when it came to having pictures taken... I have a feeling they were use to it :) Thanks girls for being so good!

Red Carpet

2009-09-06T08:19:00.003+10:00

I have quite a few of this pose that I like, I am having trouble deciding which one is best... So I thought I would randomly pick one and post it.

Thanks Matt for helping me drag the carpet onto the beach and thanks Rick for dragging it back up!

Bomboniere

2009-09-02T10:24:00.001+10:00

These hard lollies were the treats for each guest. Made locally in Coffs at the Big Banana. Such a great idea... I don't think I can eat mine, they look to good :)

* This neat Polaroid look can be found HERE... Sooooo easy and photoshop is not required. My only gripe is that it is highly addictive :)

Confetti

2009-09-01T14:54:00.001+10:00

I had an opps! I wasn't aware that there was confetti to be thrown when I asked for the group photo (below). So Rick & Amy never actually walked back down the isle... This was staged by Amy's family after I took a group photo of them. Again, I love the natural colour!

Everyone!

2009-09-01T14:34:00.001+10:00

First of Amy & Rick's wedding

2009-08-30T20:24:00.000+10:00

I didn't know where to start with the pics... I took just on 900, that is a lot of images to sort through! I love this one of the girls collecting the confetti, it probably helps that the light was perfect!

Testing, Testing 1 2 3

2009-08-27T12:58:00.000+10:00

Hello!
This is my very new blog, welcome :) It is a work in progress.
I hope to use this blog for my photography. As for now, watch this space!!!
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