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Wednesday, 2 March 2011

Baby Somers


Beautiful baby Somers was born shortly after her daddy, Kenyon, leapt off a plane. Poor Amanda was heavily into labour by the time her beloved hubby landed but she refused to go to the hospital until they were together - she was not going to have this baby without him! By the time they arrived at the hospital, the mama to be was too far along in her labour to receive pain meds. Being a natural birth advocate, I was secretly pleased to hear this, but I am pretty sure Amanda could have done with a wee epidural given the chance. But shortly after arriving, they couple had a beautiful healthy baby girl. And the new parents love being her mummy and daddy more than they ever could have imagined and love every snuggle bug moment they spend with her.








With Amanda being Bermudian, and with Kenyon having a funky name, the new parents were keen to sure their baby girl would not only carry a piece or her heritage with her always, but also have a name that stood out from the crowd. They wanted a name that was different, but had meaning so Somers was the perfect choice. Admiral Sir George Somers was in the navy, as was Kenyon and the admiral found Bermuda during a hurricane and given Somers was born shortly after Hurricane Igor, it all just ties in perfectly.


You may remember this beautiful couple from their wedding last year!! And of course, my sofa!






I think I am in love with this image... or more likely, the babe in the image!


Look at all that heavenly hair!









It is quite important for newborns to sleep during their session, but Somers woke up and was not giving up until she had some milk.



Ahhh...



 Amanda and Kenyon - Somers is a little love bug - so happy for you both and indeed, to have been able to document these first days before Kenyon disappeared on a plane again. Hope life is dreamy as can be. xxx
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Sunday, 20 February 2011

Workshop - Mia & Ryan of Mohawk Radio


I held a portrait photography workshop in January where I shared what I have learned about photography and am slowly blogging about the different aspects of the day. Last week, I shared some images from behind the scenes and this week's images are from the final practical shooting session of the day. The models were from Mohawk Radio and I processed a few faves for the band to use for press shots. Mia Chambray is the lead singer and her feathery rich vocals add to the band's original alluring sound. Definitely check them out and watch this space - I see big things for these young artists.


These images were actually shot in late afternoon sun but I played around with them to make it look like twilight to add to the mood and also give the chandelier more of a raison d'être!


Mia's eyes are mesmerising - like a cat's.


Mia's husband and band member, Ryan Prevost, was not expecting to be photographed, but during costume changes, I felt we had to have the attendees shooting something and so he stepped up to the challenge in style.


Couldn't decide if I liked the black and whites, or colour manipulations better so leave it up to you to decide.


 Ryan plays guitar and also does some vocals for the band.



Doesn't he just look like a rock star - like he is already famous?


Mia returned from her costume change for a complete different feel. She is a fun, spirited performer and wanted that to come out in some of the images so I had her play around on an old Radio Flyer tricycle that I actually bought long after my kids needed such a little trike, just to use in shoots so thrilled in came in handy. She looks pretty amazing sporting the top hat too and I just love her addition of the feathers to give it that Native American feel that the band is honing. Ryan is part Native American and the band closely relate to the values of the ancient tribes and tie it in where they can to their music and their image.












We ran over time and the light was fading fast at the end of the day so we only had a moment to practice some indoor backdrop shots. Also, not a lot of room so I spent more time teaching that shooting so the attendees are the ones with all the great shots while I did most of the directing, posing and techie talking. But enough here to give a flavour of the day.




Mia and Ryan - you were both amazing models and the attendees adored working with you. Thanks so much for your relaxed and fun attitudes, and indeed the music you shared with us while we were shooting - just beautiful so thank you thank you. xx
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