Thanks for visiting! So a blog you ask? Yep. I'm a blogger from way back. I simply can't do without one so it goes without saying that I have to have one solely dedicated to my love of photography!
Here's some insight into the reason behind my love of photography in case you're wondering as people often do. Aside from an outlet for my creative juices I guess what I love most about photography is the moment it freezes in time. Literally, a moment captured that otherwise could never be relived. A moment in time. A smirk. A smile. A frown. A tear. A kiss or a cuddle. Laughter. Life. Forever frozen...
Make sure you drop by from time to time. You'll see my latest news (including products and specials), some neat sneak peaks from all my recent sessions, information about custom photography and it goes with out saying, you'll also see lots of photos of my children because, shucks, I just love them so much and can't help but snap them constantly!
Before I go...always remember, don't-ever-forget the simple things and the memories they create.
Enjoy...Meet Alex and Morgan…they are so full of personality it’s amazing! Little Alex was so focused on trying to find Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs. We looked, and looked but alas she was no where to be found (nor were the dwarfs)…all we could think was that they were hiding.
Little Morgan was happy go lucky and super easy to photograph. Those big baby blues - sigh!
This was a great little mini session…here are a few sneak peeks.
Here are the first sneak peeks from my special kids’ mini sessions I held on the weekend. I would have loved to get them up sooner but alas I was struck down with Bronchitis that turned into the flu - not nice! I’m finally surfacing now so can reveal those I have edited….
I’m pleased to say the weekend was a super success. The weather was great; the children were delightful; and the location was beautiful as always. The combination made for some great little children’s portriats.
These two guys were great fun. The oldest struck poses for me whenever I asked - he was a pro at the old photo (makes my job so much easier). He was a super big brother too - helping out with his little brother like good brothers do. It was super fun taking some portraits for their mum and dad. Here are just a few from the session….
As some of you would know I’m having a baby in early July and as such will be going on maternity leave for a little while after bubs is born – I’m hoping to be back in action in early September. However, prior to going on maternity leave I thought I would offer a something special to new and past clients.
I often get enquiries about mini sessions (just a quick 20-30 minute session with 1 or 2 children), which is something I’ve not offered before – that is until now!
In essence, for two days in May I will be offering a total of 6 sessions (3 per date starting at 2.00pm) at Daisy Hill Forest (which is a lovely location for portraits) for Kids’ Mini Sessions. You will be provided with a 20-30 minute shoot and 10-15 individually processed images in an online gallery (password protected) for your viewing. As part of the package I have included 3 digital negatives with accompanying 5×7” print. There is no obligation to purchase any other images but certainly the option is available.
These mini sessions are a great opportunity for parents and grand-parents to capture up to date images of their children without having to arrange a full session. Perfect for littlies who change so much in a 6-12 month period and for those that haven’t had updated portraits in a while. These mini sessions are designed for kids/teenagers – no families; maternity or babies under 6 months – so dad will be happy he doesn’t have to participate!
If you would like more information please don’t hesitate to shoot me an email on nicole@nicoleramsay.com for more information and stay tuned for a further update which will include an example ‘mini-session’ gallery you can view at your leisure.
These sessions are strictly limited on a first come, first served basis so if this is something you might be interested in, please shoot me an email. They’re great value!!
It really is such a great gig getting to meet and photograph different families. I love checking out family dynamics and well, just meeting all the lovely people along the way. I love capturing happy memories and happy times. This family were just so charming. And yes…what you see is what you get – they were happy go lucky and full of love! It was such a pleasure taking their treasured memories….
….and how gorgeous are mum and dad?!
Gosh I love newborns!!
It doesn’t matter that I struggle to get at their level - on account of being nearly 7 months pregnant myself - I could photograph them all day long (even feeling huge like I am!). They are truly divine little creatures and little Miss Iona, at 7 days old, was no exception! She was scrumptious…as was her big sister!
It was such a pleasure to photograph them…(I had so many favourites I didn’t know what to share!)
…And just because she is the sweetest thing ever…
I hope everyone has a safe and happy Easter!
Be Safe…
…and just because it wouldn’t be a post without a photo…here is a picture of my Byron in his Easter Bonnet, I created. Pretty special huh?!
I’m so grateful for the opportunity to photograph some families and this one was no exception. They were the sweetest family around town. Their little darling girls were adorable and so much fun - they smiled, they laughed and best of all they were themselves! It doesn’t get much better…
So, I’ve taken a couple of snaps of Lily since I’ve felt the urge to pick up my camera but it’s been a while since I’ve actually had a little mini session with her. She’s two and half now - where did the time go??? Anyway, she has this gorgeous little dress, which I just adore (It’s my favourite) and I’m so pleased to have been able to take some photos of her in it.
Here is a little bit of Lily (I just had to share). Isn’t she lovely (no bias of course!!!)…
These portraits probably speak for themselves but still I have to say it. These little poppets are stunning…gorgeous. They were such a pleasure to shoot and I hope their parents get as much joy out of looking at these as much as I do.
*Sigh*…I have the best job!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you to everyone who sent me well wishes during my little hiatus. It meant a great deal.
It’s been such a long and difficult journey so far, as all my pregnancies are! Although I still have some very bad days I have felt the desire to pick up my camera recently which is fantastic. I missed it terribly, and was worried at one stage that I would never feel normal again! I’m hoping this is a positive sign for the second half of the pregnancy.
Speaking of the pregnancy, we recently had the 20 week scan and baby ‘Bubbles’ is doing fantastically. We have no idea what he/she is - we are opting for a surprise and we’re looking forward to meeting ‘it’ in early July.
I have quite a few sessions to share in the coming month…it seems I’m back in action. *YAY*
It wouldn’t be a post without some snaps. Here are some of the first shots (just snaps) I have taken of my kids in months. Lily and Byron playing in the backyard on a Sunday afternoon…
