LaLa Life 38

A photo a week in the life of LaLa Photography, using various photographic mediums

Week 38

** Taken on the iPhone using the Instagram app **

(Filter: Earlybird)

Greetings LaLa friends. I know it has been a little bit quiet on here but don't assume that it is because nothing is happening. 

Aside from the not-so glamourous side of managing the books, I have been seizing the opportunity to take the time to investigate new products and services which I hope to showcase when I design my new packages. I'm also excited about the upcoming wedding season, which will commence in a few weeks.

Personally, my family's 'Celebration' season has kicked off. Celebration season commences at the end of September, right through to February. In my family birthdays and anniversaries, in addition to Christmas and New Year, are concentrated within these months and it proves to be quite a busy time, as you can imagine, trying to juggle both family and photography commitments. 

So while it may be quiet now, be prepared to hear a lot more from me these upcoming weeks. Here I am sitting at my new workstation, a beautiful 27" iMac that I have to share with my husband, and sending a big *hi* to you all. 

LaLa Life 37

A photo a week in the life of LaLa Photography, using various photographic mediums.

Week 37

You may recall earlier the photo shoot I did with Aleisha and Clary who were expecting their first child. Now their special delivery has arrived, baby James, and we had the pleasure of meeting him for the first time at the hospital.

My youngest Jake was not really interested in James; he doesn’t walk or talk and he can’t play with him and his brother. When asked to say hello to baby James, he gave a gentle tug at his beanie as if to acknowledge his presence.

Andrew on the other hand *loves* babies and was very affectionate to his new cousin. He showered baby James with lots of kisses and loved feeling the delicateness of James’ skin. Andrew was so excited to meet James and, appropriately, gifted him a toy train (James from the Thomas the Tank series of course). By the time we left the hospital, Andrew wanted to take James home with us!

Congratulations to Aleisha and Clary on the birth of baby James.  May you both enjoy creating beautiful memories together as a family.  

           

 

LaLa Life 36

A photo a week in the life of LaLa Photography, using various photographic mediums.

Week 36

** Taken on the iPhone using the Hipstamatic app **

(Lens: Chunky - Film: Kodot XGrizzled)

I gave Andrew the big mission (everything is a mission to Andrew ever since he became obsessed with Disney Pixar's Cars2 movie) of drawing Father's Day cards for all the dad's in my family - Grandpa, Lolo, step-Lolo and Dada (his great-grandfather). 

We hope you enjoyed spending Father's Day with that special dad or father-figure in your life. I am really blessed to have such a large family filled with step family and in-laws. It can be a bit of a trek visiting them all in one day, but it is also very rewarding. 

LaLa Life 35

A photo a week in the life of LaLa Photography, using various photographic mediums

Week 35

It's not even 'officially' Spring yet all the blooms are coming out. These plants are all from my garden and I've been showing my eldest son the wonders of life by growing some Gerbera's. I have been trying my absolute hardest not to squeal or panic whenever he tells me there's a bug; I would hate to pass on my paranoia to him at such a young age. We watch bees eating pollen from afar, gotten up close and personal with snails and water the plants when it hasn't been raining. I love Spring :) 

LaLa Life 34

A photo a week in the life of LaLa Photography, using various photographic mediums

Week 34

** Taken on the iPhone using PhotoShake app **

Lately I have been eager to explore a new medium; paint! 

So I purchased my first set of paints and brushes ready to start on my first 'project', which is for my children's room.  Despite the simple project, where I am making a canvas painting for my boys' newly painted wall, I am really excited to get started.  Hopefully it will help me build more confidence in trying more detailed paintings using flowers as a subject, or even one of the many gorgeous scenes around Perth. 

While my first love will always be photography, I do like the idea of painting outside in the garden on a beautiful spring day. 

LaLa Life 33

A photo a week in the life of LaLa Photography, using various photographic mediums

Week 33

It’s been a while since I’ve done a staged portrait shoot, and being that his birthday was coming up I decided to choose my dad.  “I want to take a photo of you smoking dad.”  He was perplexed at first at the ‘I want to take a photo of you’ bit, but agreed when I finished off with ‘of you smoking’.  I wanted the Ray Bans off but he insisted they stay on and I’m glad I listened to him because it really brought out the coolness that is my dad.

For week 33 of LaLa Life I wanted to make a tribute to my dad who will be celebrating his birthday on August 15. While I did not always show it, thank you for being the best dad and for being a wonderful ‘Lolo’ (grandfather) to my children.  Here’s to many more years of good health, happiness and faith. 

A & C Maternity

"A mother's joy begins when new life is stirring inside, when a tiny heartbeat is heard for the very first time, and a playful kick reminds her that she is never alone." - Author Unknown.

I recently had the opportunity to photograph this exciting time in the lives of Aleisha and Clary, anticipating the birth of their first child. Evident through the photos are Aleisha and Clary's loving and playful nature, with Clary stealing the spotlight for a few photos! I had so much fun and laughed a lot during this shoot, to the point where I nearly smashed my lens (don't ask!). 

As you can see in these photographs Aleisha had that gorgeous mummy-to-be glow. I even think baby had a great time during the shoot as he or she was very active during the majority of the shoot! I have no doubt Aleisha and Clary will make wonderful parents when their little bundle of joy arrives in September.