Studs 'n florals, yo

Jennakins styled me up today! She chucked on this studded jacket, floral headband and pink lippie - three items I would normally never attempt together but hey, here you go! It was only mildly awkward snapping next to the car wash. I think I need to get myself one of these jackets. If a criminal ever attempts to break into my flat again, I will charge him sideways wearing this bad boy.

Furry paws and cotton tails

LJ and I went to the animal farm today! It's one of my favourite places to go as some of you will know. We petted the pony, fed the cheeky goats and I snugged the donkeys. We wanted to buy a little piglet and call him Uncle Crackling but sanity prevailed. I wish I could have cuddled all the soft, fluffy bunnies. Now, I'm going to sleep and dream of little paws. x

PS: Thank you Tall One for snapping this pic of me. Creature love. x

To my blog

Dear Blog. I miss you. We used to hang out all the time together. I'm sorry I don't  have time to hang out here much anymore. Hopefully we can get to know each other again. I would really love that. x

A wedding in Africa

Hey, hey gang! On Saturday, I assisted a wedding photographer for the first time. I'm having lots of photography firsts these days which makes me happy :) I was mega fortunate to work with the very talented and lovely Rosanne Young. These aren't the official photos from the day but Zanne will be sure to post those on her Facebook page once she's finished editing. There are hundreds to go through! I was mainly there to reflect blinding light into people's faces! Oh, and I was also chief-bag-carrier and cupcake-stealer! Zanne was kind enough to let me snap some "fill-in" pics throughout the day which I've posted below. I couldn't have asked for a better teacher - Zanne was amazingly helpful and encouraging. I learnt heaps from her. Assisting is truly the best way to learn. Weddings move FAST. You have to know your gear inside out and as Zanne says, be able to "adapt, adapt, adapt." So my camera and I need to go on a couple more dates - get to know each other a little better. But we're getting there. You learn with every new experience. For example, I learnt - post wedding - that I must always remember to adjust my ISO. Could kick myself for forgetting that one! But assisting is a great way to learn this kinda stuff without the pressure of getting all the key snaps. I think I'd have to down two tequilas and a bottle of rescue if I had to attempt a wedding all on my own. 'Cuz I'm profesh like that. Another thing about snapping weddings - you really become invested in the bridal party! Jackie and Jean were complete strangers to me but by the end of the day, I'd been there beside them throughout all these special moments and heard their life stories as told in the speeches - I left wanting nothing but the very best for them! I was so excited for them to start this new chapter together. Thank you to the beautiful couple and to Rosanne for letting me play a role in this love and laughter filled day. x