I first met Kellie when she was one and even then she had a sense of fun. Somehow she'd learnt to spray whatever she was drinking in her bottle by bending the teat over. Anyone in the room was likely to be hit by a stream of warm milk and when you looked over there was Kel chuckling away in her pram or high chair. She was cute then and she still is!! I've rushed this post as I'm away for the next week and I know old Frank would love to see some of these. Congrats Robbie and Kel, here's a random quick pick.
Rickys, Beauty on the Move CL Weddings and Events
(Thursday, 26 November 2009)
For a long time I hated Xmas. Hate is probably the wrong word, but I wasn’t part of the merriment. It was an association thing. When I was eighteen my eldest sister, up and died without warning two days before Christmas, … the third calamity in two and a half years to visit our previously sunny family.
One can only ever talk for oneself, for me it was the end of certainty. Security was replaced by angst, … something always felt wrong. After a while that feeling morphed into thinking something was wrong with me.
These two photographs taken when I was thirty summed my relationship with the season of greetings.
A few things have happened since. Simone, my life partner explained to me soon after we meet that yes I was indeed mad, but so was, without exception everyone else. This is an observable truth I now hold to be absolute.
Also the end of certainty that once confined me when I was my world, is now a freedom when thinking of everything else.
Plus I also recognise that my experiences aren’t unique and nor am I.
To top it all off, having a five-year old around is a total game changer. I’m not having a bleat; I actually enjoy this time of year now, but never expect anyone to feel the same way.
(Tuesday, 24 November 2009)
Outdoor weddings can be a gamble with the weather. Kellie and Brian were rewarded for taking the chance. Soft light, mild temps, a view forever and even some dolphins tuned up to take it home. My photography always hitches a ride on the vibe of the day so I had plenty to work with as everyone was elated to share the time and place.
Byron Bay Wedding Photographer, Byron Bay Lighthouse wedding photography, The Beach Cafe Byron Bay, Wedding Reception, Tracey Trezise
(Thursday, 12 November 2009)
I'm lucky I get to work with interesting couples who want anything but to spend their day smiling for the camera. Brett and Haylee were very direct, they said ".... just do what you do, we trust you". Sure thing guys, thanks, and thanks for being so cool about it.
Brisbane Wedding, Stamford Plaza, Brisbane Powerhouse, Customs House, St Johns Cathedral
(Thursday, 12 November 2009)
This was 1988 and the Fitzgerald Inquiry into the Queensland Police was at the front of almost everyones minds. I was using a lot of infra-red b+w film documenting drinking culture at night, and wanted to see what it looked like for daytime street photography.
A Koori group was camped at the front of The Reserve Bank building in King George Square. Two police officers were walking towards them with intent so I started walking in too. A few of them noticed me as I got there. I didn't expect the flower, the gesture or the mood. it was a lesson for me about assumption.
Brisbane Street Photography
(Wednesday, 11 November 2009)