Tutorial – Self Portrait and Selfies
The self portrait has been around for many many years. Well since man picked up a drawing implement, our faces and bodies have been a constant inspiration for art. Monet famously painted himself and lets not touch on the legend of the Mona Lisa being somewhat of self portrait. Most photographers (I would bet all) have taken self
Tutorial – Dodge and Burn in Editing
Tutorial - Dodge and Burn in Editing I have been reading up lots on 'dodge and burn'. This isnt some new gameshow or reality tv show. Its a photo editing process used a lot in photography, in particular in fashion and beauty. The 'dodge' element is for what of a better phrase to 'lighten' areas of the image
Client Shoot – Fashion Shoot for Vintage Lynndy Loo
Some time ago I was approached by the lady who makes my costumes to do a shoot: Vintage Lynndy Loo. Lynn is quite possibly the most wonderful of all women I know. She creates art and I am privileged to own some of her creations. The shoot was a while ago so today I went back and
Personal – Fog and Football
I have two dogs: Elvis-Houdini and Miss Pickles, so I am often out on walks and running amok. With the weather being a little hit and miss, they are seeming to be less willing to go outside. However doggies must be walked so we push on. One rather wet and VERY foggy Sunday morning I thought I
Published – NPhoto Magazine
Published - NPhoto Magazine Well what do ya know!? I only went and got published. In a magazine I religiously purchase- N Photo Magazine. This is a magazine that only refers to Nikon camera bodies and Nikon fit components. Perfect for me as I am a devoted Nikon user. They are heavy into tutorials and showcasing readers' work so
Client Shoot – Burlesque Photography
Client Shoot - Burlesque Photography When Odeila Opium contacted me to photograph her, I was beyond excited. Forgive whilst I waffle on about her but to see Odelia perform is like seeing a piece of history come alive and entertain the adoring crowds. She really does stand out in burlesque from her costuming to her choice of performances
