Blog SourceThe Sydney Sick Kids Appeal raises vital funds so sick kids across NSW receive the best possible careHave you experienced the heartache of seeing your child in and out of hospital, or know someone who has?
Besides all being parents here at Fine Photography, and thinking of those in these challenging situations, we’re inspired by the courage and strength of the Moore family.Nicholas first met the Moore's in 2016 when mum, Brooke, brought 10-month-old baby girl Riley into the studio for a ‘Mum and Bub’ photo shoot.
They returned the following year with Brooke’s husband and son Jacob for a family shoot.Today Riley and Jacob feature on the Sick Kids Appeal website to drive awareness around the wonderful care Sydney's network of world-leading hospitals and services are providing, and how they need our support now more than ever.
Discover Jacob's and Riley's health story here: Read NowFor the month of July, children’s photo shoot sessions are $99 (usually $250), with all funds donated to the Sick Kids Appeal.Register here for your July photoshoot session:REGISTER NOW
Blog Source Sibling Photo ShootWho says there is always rivalry between siblings?
These gorgeous siblings showed no sign of rivalry during their photo shoot.
In fact, it was quite the opposite.With these children all being so close in age, you would expect some sly remarks or quick pokes and prods to annoy each other, but it really wasn’t the case.
Their photo shoot (as part of one of our Gidget Foundation fundraisers) was a lot of fun, they all seemed to enjoy the moment for what it was and embraced the whole experience.They even brought along their dog to join in the fun and be captured in a timeless family portrait.Family Photos to TreasureI truly enjoyed watching them interact and it was clear that these sisters and brother are great friends.
Their Mum was delighted with the portraits I created for them.By creating black and white photos for this family, we really focused on the interaction an feelings between these young siblings.It’s so important to remember that young people grow, and quickly I might add.
Make sure you don’t miss out on your opportunity to have your little, or not so little, people photographed at Fine-Photography.
Blog SourceHappy Star Wars DayWe couldn’t resist a little photo opportunity for a day that brings many people much joy!
Here’s a quick overview of the special day.In 1977 a science fiction opera was created starring a bunch of fresh-faced actors and a movie villain played by both white and black actors at the same time.
Something seemed special about this movie that turned into a trilogy, and then a saga over the following decades.
It has inspired animals to be named after it, fan culture to become a celebrated event, and even charity groups.The one day of the year you get to say ‘May the 4th be with you’ to anyone and everyone had an unlikely start.
On 4 May 1979, Margaret Thatcher first took office as the UK Prime Minister.
Her party included the headline “May the fourth be with you, Maggie.
Blog Source I have previously written about the risk we all face of losing our treasured photos and it got me thinking…When your children want to look back on their past, will they have to flick through your old computer to do it?When I was younger one of my favourite pastimes was to snoop.
My parents’ and my grandparents’ homes — their dresser drawers and closets, in particular — were my main targets.
I don’t know what I was searching for, I just know that I wanted to find something fascinating.Some coins, a few letters, but mostly I found photos, some in an old box or arranged in an album.
My grandmother had a very old one she’d inherited from her grandmother that I liked best.
Often my mother or my grandmother would patiently explain to me who the people depicted were and my relationship to them.
Most were of me, my parents when they were young and some much-loved family pets.There was something about those pictures that made me want to keep them for myself.
Blog SourceSchool seniors discuss leadership during a pandemicRemember entering your final year of high school?
Finally a senior, there’s the excitement of the last year on the school grounds, with adulthood on the horizon, the stress of the HSC, and the anticipation of the school formal and mischief of schoolies.
Take that whirlpool of emotions and add a dollop of pressure being a school leader, sprinkle in social media, a sprig of mental health and a few drops of pandemic lockdowns for good measure; what a year to remember.Nine school leaders of 2020 returned to the Fine Photography studio a year after they first sat for their portrait for the Young Leaders 2020 exhibition - when they had just been informed of their leadership roles at the end of 2019, not yet knowing what 2020 would bring.
Not only looking older, they’ve experienced a year like no other, forcing them to grow up a little quicker than seniors before them.While preparing for their follow up professional photography session, the students from various Sydney schools shared their experiences, their insights on leadership and the world around them.Besides missing many milestone eighteenth birthday parties, and senior specific events, these young leaders struggled to stay motivated with online learning and longed for the social interaction school provides.However, they were acutely aware of the importance of staying connected and looking out for one another.
Adjusting quickly with the changing rules, adapting their leadership styles to accommodate the new landscape; little acts of kindness, passion projects and video messages took priority to lead their school through the unknown.Though there’s a darker side to all that connection, as Eloise Aiken, School Captain of Cheltenham Girls' High School shares.“It's cliche, especially with social media, you kind of develop tunnel vision at least during lockdown, because you're on your phone a lot.
But spending so much time on your phone, it makes me feel icky,” said Eloise.Alice Morgan, School Captain, Ryde Secondary College raises the concern for her generation’s ability to communicate and interact with people.“We’re over connected via social media and limited in face-to-face interaction, which is exacerbated by lockdown.
Blog SourceAre Studio Portraits Making A Come Back?If you were to go back 15 years the only type of portraits you would have heard about are studio portraits, it was an industry standard.
This tradition has stuck and there was a perception that having your treasured family portraits taken in a studio environment was not “natural” enough to bring out the true nature of your family’s personalities.
Clients are requesting a more classic, authentic and boutique style of portrait.It is true that location photography shoots can certainly introduce different aspects when compared with a studio photo shoot and there will always be a place for that style of photography.
We suggest there are other, perhaps more important, factors to consider.Over the past year or so the tides look to be shifting and professionals in the industry have now realised there is an emerging push back on the outdoor location photo shoot trend.
I focus on traditional, timeless photography; pieces that my clients invest in as a piece of art on their wall not just a portrait to be replaced in a few years.
I use only RAW files and have built from scratch a state-of-the-art boutique photography studio with customised lighting and backdrops that ensure I can capture the best black and white portraits possible.
Blog SourceHere's a sneak peek of a photography session with us.
We're not your average photographer, we capture compelling moments in time, forever timeless in their value and virtue.
Blog Source I have previously written about the risk we all face of losing our treasured photos and it got me thinking…When your children want to look back on their past, will they have to flick through your old computer to do it?When I was younger one of my favourite pastimes was to snoop.
My parents’ and my grandparents’ homes — their dresser drawers and closets, in particular — were my main targets.
I don’t know what I was searching for, I just know that I wanted to find something fascinating.Some coins, a few letters, but mostly I found photos, some in an old box or arranged in an album.
My grandmother had a very old one she’d inherited from her grandmother that I liked best.
Often my mother or my grandmother would patiently explain to me who the people depicted were and my relationship to them.
Most were of me, my parents when they were young and some much-loved family pets.There was something about those pictures that made me want to keep them for myself.
Blog SourceThe Sydney Sick Kids Appeal raises vital funds so sick kids across NSW receive the best possible careHave you experienced the heartache of seeing your child in and out of hospital, or know someone who has?
Besides all being parents here at Fine Photography, and thinking of those in these challenging situations, we’re inspired by the courage and strength of the Moore family.Nicholas first met the Moore's in 2016 when mum, Brooke, brought 10-month-old baby girl Riley into the studio for a ‘Mum and Bub’ photo shoot.
They returned the following year with Brooke’s husband and son Jacob for a family shoot.Today Riley and Jacob feature on the Sick Kids Appeal website to drive awareness around the wonderful care Sydney's network of world-leading hospitals and services are providing, and how they need our support now more than ever.
Discover Jacob's and Riley's health story here: Read NowFor the month of July, children’s photo shoot sessions are $99 (usually $250), with all funds donated to the Sick Kids Appeal.Register here for your July photoshoot session:REGISTER NOW
Blog SourceSchool seniors discuss leadership during a pandemicRemember entering your final year of high school?
Finally a senior, there’s the excitement of the last year on the school grounds, with adulthood on the horizon, the stress of the HSC, and the anticipation of the school formal and mischief of schoolies.
Take that whirlpool of emotions and add a dollop of pressure being a school leader, sprinkle in social media, a sprig of mental health and a few drops of pandemic lockdowns for good measure; what a year to remember.Nine school leaders of 2020 returned to the Fine Photography studio a year after they first sat for their portrait for the Young Leaders 2020 exhibition - when they had just been informed of their leadership roles at the end of 2019, not yet knowing what 2020 would bring.
Not only looking older, they’ve experienced a year like no other, forcing them to grow up a little quicker than seniors before them.While preparing for their follow up professional photography session, the students from various Sydney schools shared their experiences, their insights on leadership and the world around them.Besides missing many milestone eighteenth birthday parties, and senior specific events, these young leaders struggled to stay motivated with online learning and longed for the social interaction school provides.However, they were acutely aware of the importance of staying connected and looking out for one another.
Adjusting quickly with the changing rules, adapting their leadership styles to accommodate the new landscape; little acts of kindness, passion projects and video messages took priority to lead their school through the unknown.Though there’s a darker side to all that connection, as Eloise Aiken, School Captain of Cheltenham Girls' High School shares.“It's cliche, especially with social media, you kind of develop tunnel vision at least during lockdown, because you're on your phone a lot.
But spending so much time on your phone, it makes me feel icky,” said Eloise.Alice Morgan, School Captain, Ryde Secondary College raises the concern for her generation’s ability to communicate and interact with people.“We’re over connected via social media and limited in face-to-face interaction, which is exacerbated by lockdown.
Blog Source Sibling Photo ShootWho says there is always rivalry between siblings?
These gorgeous siblings showed no sign of rivalry during their photo shoot.
In fact, it was quite the opposite.With these children all being so close in age, you would expect some sly remarks or quick pokes and prods to annoy each other, but it really wasn’t the case.
Their photo shoot (as part of one of our Gidget Foundation fundraisers) was a lot of fun, they all seemed to enjoy the moment for what it was and embraced the whole experience.They even brought along their dog to join in the fun and be captured in a timeless family portrait.Family Photos to TreasureI truly enjoyed watching them interact and it was clear that these sisters and brother are great friends.
Their Mum was delighted with the portraits I created for them.By creating black and white photos for this family, we really focused on the interaction an feelings between these young siblings.It’s so important to remember that young people grow, and quickly I might add.
Make sure you don’t miss out on your opportunity to have your little, or not so little, people photographed at Fine-Photography.
Blog SourceAre Studio Portraits Making A Come Back?If you were to go back 15 years the only type of portraits you would have heard about are studio portraits, it was an industry standard.
This tradition has stuck and there was a perception that having your treasured family portraits taken in a studio environment was not “natural” enough to bring out the true nature of your family’s personalities.
Clients are requesting a more classic, authentic and boutique style of portrait.It is true that location photography shoots can certainly introduce different aspects when compared with a studio photo shoot and there will always be a place for that style of photography.
We suggest there are other, perhaps more important, factors to consider.Over the past year or so the tides look to be shifting and professionals in the industry have now realised there is an emerging push back on the outdoor location photo shoot trend.
I focus on traditional, timeless photography; pieces that my clients invest in as a piece of art on their wall not just a portrait to be replaced in a few years.
I use only RAW files and have built from scratch a state-of-the-art boutique photography studio with customised lighting and backdrops that ensure I can capture the best black and white portraits possible.
Blog SourceHappy Star Wars DayWe couldn’t resist a little photo opportunity for a day that brings many people much joy!
Here’s a quick overview of the special day.In 1977 a science fiction opera was created starring a bunch of fresh-faced actors and a movie villain played by both white and black actors at the same time.
Something seemed special about this movie that turned into a trilogy, and then a saga over the following decades.
It has inspired animals to be named after it, fan culture to become a celebrated event, and even charity groups.The one day of the year you get to say ‘May the 4th be with you’ to anyone and everyone had an unlikely start.
On 4 May 1979, Margaret Thatcher first took office as the UK Prime Minister.
Her party included the headline “May the fourth be with you, Maggie.
Blog SourceHere's a sneak peek of a photography session with us.
We're not your average photographer, we capture compelling moments in time, forever timeless in their value and virtue.