Tammy, Ryan, London & Bodhi - Wellington family photographer

Tammy, Ryan, London & Bodhi 

This is the second time I have photographed these guys - the first time was when London was born, so it was awesome to see him all grown up and to meet his gorgeous roly poly brother, Bodhi!  

We did some family photos which were a hoot, and then a cake smash & bubble bath session for Bodhi since he was fast approaching the big ONE!

Enjoy!

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Wellington Pet Photographer - Moose dog!

Wellington Pet Photographer - Lower Hutt

I am now offering unique dog photography and pet photography -- it's true -- I have a large obsession with animals and a small obsession with human-ifying them.

Yes, I like to dress them up sometimes.  Put them in human chairs, put human hats on them.  They could even wear a wig (not made of human) or smoke a human pipe.  Or both.

I like natural style photos of your dogs and pets too and we can definitely do a completely simple natural session and love it!  The cute and funny stuff is really what makes my heart sing.  

We can shoot in studio or outdoors - whatever you prefer and whatever your beloved dog is comfortable with.  I have a big fat green backyard which is perfect for dogs.  The river is a stones throw away too and I have been known to drag props out there for passers-by to chuckle at.

For cats and smaller pets I definitely recommend studio or in-home sessions.

Here is Miss Moose, looking pretty in pink, and commanding my unruly stack of suitcases.  Why?  Because its cute!!

To find out more, drop me an email - jane@photographybyjane.co.nz.   Pet packages start at $150.

 

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Beautiful Marie

Last weekend I photographed Marie who has the most beautiful thick red hair, and enough gorgeous freckles to make a Dalmation jealous.

Her sister Erin came along too, so I couldn't NOT photograph them both together!  I think I would have liked a sister growing up... but alas I had a big brother who just liked to tease and exclude me!  (I'm sure some of you can relate to that!)

Introducing Marie...

See what I mean about her hair!!! Stunning.

I LOVE this shot... 

Marie and her sister Erin - equally as gorgeous

These are all taken in my beautiful green backyard..  I have another couple of $50 vouchers to give away, so if you'd like one, jump over to the website - Photography by Jane - and send a message through the contact page.

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Gorgeous Kesiah - in my big fat green backyard

Kesiah

This stunning beauty came to visit me yesterday for some photos I had in mind.. I originally had an elaborate idea that I wanted to play out in photos, but for one reason or another we abandoned it and fell back on some simple, beautiful portraits.

And I'm glad we did - I love them.  Enjoy!

www.photographybyjane.co.nz

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Show your gorgeous newborn baby to the world! NEW - digital birth announcements!

Ta-da!

NEW! DIGITAL BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS!  How blimmin gorgeous is this??

Have your newborn photos taken by me.. then I'll do all the work for you and have a beautiful mini slideshow delivered to your inbox within 2 days so you can share your gorgeous new bundle with the world!  (or just your closest friends and family!)

Or you can view it in a new window here

I'd love to know what you think!

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Roxan & Shaun - Freakshow Circus Wedding - Part TWO - Feb 22 2014 - Kefalonia (Waikanae)

PHEW!  I have finally finished editing Roxy & Shaun's spectacular freak show circus affair!  And Part TWO is here!! 

I know a lot of you really enjoyed looking at the photos from their epic wedding day, so you can imagine how much I enjoyed shooting it and being right up close to all the action for the whole day. 

I recently attended a friends wedding as a guest.  For the first time ever.  It was in my backyard!  It was on the day that Cyclone Lusi was due to appear and for that reason alone I was semi-glad to be not photographing it!  It was beautiful - the weather held off and they had a great time.  For so long I had wanted to just be a guest at a wedding.  But it made me realise something - I'm extremely spoiled when I photograph weddings.  I get to see every part of the whole day!  I usually start with the boys getting ready.. then I get to capture and experience the build up to the peak of the day - the ceremony... and then I get to joke and laugh and have fun with the Bridal party and the Bride and Groom.. and then head back to capture people having more fun and partying!  What more could you ask for?!  Ok, I don't get to relax and drink and eat like a wedding guest, but I thrive on the pressure, the excitement, the nerves (generally the Brides, not mine!), the emotion, the moments, and of course the thrill of going through the photos the next day and knowing they're going to be looking at these photos for years and years to come..

Anyway.  I'm super happy to have been a guest at one amazingly beautiful, summery, gorgeous wedding.  But I'm hanging up my guest hat (don't get me wrong, I won't be RSVP'ing any "No's" if I'm invited!) and I'm taking advantage of the privileged opportunity to photograph wedding amazingness for anyone that chooses me.

Roxy & Shaun chose me.  And I'm so glad.  A day never to be forgotten.

Just in case you missed part ONE - it's here: Roxy & Shaun - part ONE

So here is Part two - enjoy!

Group love!

The girls got matching seeing-eye tattoos the day before the wedding

Tarot card reading!

They also had a tattoo booth set up - you could spin the wheel and then choose from a selection of small but memorable tattoos!  It was very popular and ran until dark!

 

Many of the guests dressed up in circus attire - it was awesome!

 

Roxy's gorgeous Mum.

While guests were treated to Tarot readings, tattoos, kissing booths and drinks in the sun, we snuck away for Roxy & Shaun's photos... of course I had to get a few of their two boys!

 I have no idea why, but I quite like the rogue leg in this shot!

I'm really not sure about this... hahah... but its funny!!

While we were away... lots of tattooing and kissing going on!

 The two Mums in the photbooth!  Seriously, if you are getting married these contraptions are worth their weight in gold!  People LOVE them - a perfect excuse to act the goat and get crazy.  And the best thing is you AND the guests get a copy of their photos!

Hello Handsome!

Ahh Roxy.  Completely stunning, elegant, amazingly beautiful woman.

And the flippin' amazing dress strikes again!

Love this.  That looks like a great cuddle!

Roxy had the most incredible earrings... one-of-a-kind apparently.  White gold and Swarovski crystals I believe she said.  Hopefully I got that right.  Anyway, I don't think she could have picked anything more fitting.  Gorgeous.

I had been dreaming about using the skulls in some photos... love this!

I mean seriously.  If I put a skull on my head I'd look like I was literally acting the goat (or whatever it happened to be in its former life!)  But not Roxy.  Roxy puts a skull on her head and looks like something straight out of a beauty magazine!

This could possibly be one of my favourite shots from the day.  I love Shaun's expression.. and the way Roxy looks so totally into him (of course, she is!).  And the grabbing of his jacket.  Perfect!

 Had to include another couple of shots of their amazing cake.  I still can't figure out how it was made.. it had vertical stripes on the inside!

Once Roxy & Shaun were back it was time for some entertrainment!  Welcome Mr Pole Dancing amazing man!   Seriously - you can't NOT be in awe of the strength and agility required to do this.  A few photos just don't do it justice - incredible performer and performance.

And another act... this was CRAZY amazing... I didn't want to include any more photos as she was ... ahem... not fully dressed!  But basically... think of her wearing 6 inch steel waist belt and grinding through it with an angle grinder!  Nail biting, on-the-edge-of-your-seat-entertaining!

And of course the crowd LOVED it!

More costumes and amazing makeup!  I want my eye to look like this!

Everywhere you looked, amazing smiles and happy people having an awesome time!

And then.... a surprise for Roxy.  Shaun and his Brother and co. set up all their band equipment and did a rather hardcore version of "Roxanne" .  Gotta be honest.  Was pretty awesome.  Bonus brand new hubby points for Shaun!

Shaun's brother in epic singing action

And again... the crowd LOVED it!

Heh. heh. heh.  I do quite like to catch people photographing things.. especially themselves!

Roxy's awesome Mum got a tattoo to celebrate Roxy and Shaun's wedding date.  How cool is that! 

 Yep, I think Shaun is pretty lucky heh.  And there goes that awesome tie knot!

 GQ right there!

Amazing little hairpiece strikes again.  So cool.

 As the reception began, people were treated to a number of awesome finds on their tables.  Each table had a different skull in a cloche, handmade candles and incredible old hardcovered books that Roxy had painstakingly turned into complete treasures.  She cut the insides out and replaced them with awesome crystals.  And rightly so, I reckon hers was the best.

 Love this photo.  Love everything about it.

Apparently the books were useful for other things too!

Kefalonia by night.  It really is an awesome one-stop venue for a beautiful wedding.  I can see how it could lend itself to many different styles.  It was perfect for this one.

Total count of bearded ladies: 2.  !!!  That's a pretty awesome haul for any wedding I reckon.

Later in the evening as the light faded, we were treated to some flying fire antics by Ryn Hooligan - super cool!

So there you have it.  Two amazing people.. one amazing location... and a spectacular day with fun had by all.  Again, super stoked to have been asked to be part of it!


I would also like to thank the amazing Catherine from Catherine Cattanach Photography for second shooting part of the day for me!

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