Autumn Colours…..

 

There is no doubt to me that Autumn is my favourite season of the year. Because its colours and light, it produces one of the most beautiful photographs. October and September for me are the most popular months after Summer as a lot of people love the colours of the fall. All the families that I have the privilege to photograph every year choose October as their month, the result of such great choice is that by March, October is almost sold out!

For 2010, I am planning a bit different, because of the higher volume of sittings this year ( close to 300!) I had decided to do no more than 3 sittings a week which would give me a day off a week. I had no day off since June, so I am looking forward to 2010!

For October 2010 in order to accomodate all families interested, I would be offering on first come  first serve basis, photos ready by Christmas time so on that sense 3 sessions a week is still applicable, however for families that are not concerned about Christmas, then I will still photograph but then photographs only be share by after Christmas. This is an easy way to accomodate my schedule to the needs of the family and making the most of October colours. So basically October would be the only month that I may possibly shoot more than 3 sessions a week but sessions schedule early in the year would be seen in time for Christmas. So if you are interested in booking a session for October 2010 please send me an email( address posted on my website) to guarantee your spot. At the moment, October is half sold already.

Now about this session, G contacted me to take her girls pictures in a local park. I never been to this place which instantly became my second favourite spot. It offers exquisite foliage and the skate ramps! perfect combination. Her girls…. well let’s say BEAUTIFUL to say the least… love the camera and play… they even played modelling which I thought it was quite funny as I do not photograph poses!! We had a fantastic time together and Hector ( the dog) made the perfect blend between the girls and the leaves on the floor!

Many Thanks G to introduced to such  perfect spot and for the amazing day!

Ana

 

Happiness in Vivid Colours!

I usually do not post than once a day but after such hard day of editing pictures I found myself really excited about the photos of H,E and R. E & R are one my favourites kids to photograph. They are on my website and this time they were joined by their cutie cousin, H. We went to one of our local parks in a beautiful Sunday of October. All the leaves were on the ground and the light was beautiful. The girls turned up with bright colours which made me very happy! The result are going to be presented this week after long weeks waiting for their viewing. I love the colours and to see true smiles coming from those three cuties is a true reward!

Many Thanks for the fantastic morning girls!

Ana

 

 

 

 

 

My favourite spot

Since we moved back to Aberdeen, Dunnotar has been one of my favourite spots to photograph. I have several landscape and artistic images of this beautiful place but never any of my customers were keen to go there. When S contacted me to have a photo session there, I was super happy. I met her and her beautiful family on a overcast/rainy day. When her beautiful kids came out of the car with such beautiful manteaus and so frenchly dressed, I said to myself…. this is going to be beautiful! The children had a ball collecting rocks, shells and of course bubbles. The bad weather was not a barrier for true smiles, happiness and a lot of curiosity of the kids regarding sea life and the rocks! Such a great morning. After so many weeks, they are coming to share their over 80 beautiful pictures. Many Thanks for such special day!

Ana

 

 

 

How fast she is growing…..

I met this cutie last year. She was barely crawling. This year her mum decided to dress M as a pretty fairy and we head to one of the most beautiful gardens here in Aberdeen. She had a ball playing with the bubbles, running around, feeding the ducks, up and down on the swings and chasing her mum and  dad. M, certainly has one of the cutest chubby cheeks and she is always smiling, a pleasure for me every year!

Thank you all for such a special time

Ana

 

 

Busy, Busy and Busy…..

 

Finally 5 minutes to catch up with my blog! Came back from the workshop with Kelley Ryden and Tracey Raver and straight into work. No time for jet lags or anything  like that. I usually deliver the proofs by 3 week after a photo session but due to a huge increase on my work load and business trips, now people have been waiting for 4 weeks. I feel bad about it however I am working round the clock in order to offer a speedier service without compromising the quality of my photographs. My daughter, Isadora has been really fantastic and helping me tones without her I do not how I would cope. So my apologies for those who have been waiting so long, I promise it would all be done in time!

I am looking forward to apply some techniques that I learned with Kelley and Tracey. This Friday and Saturday I would be doing two cute newborn and they are in for a super treat!

About those photos now… I had the great pleasure of photographing T& L in May this year and once again in October. They introduced me to their 3 friends and we had a two sessions in one. It was so much fun. The weather was not that brilliant but nothing like fairies dresses, hide seek and bubbles could not mend. We had a ball together and despite the age and different personalities we all blended very well and had great fun. Thank you all for such magical time!

Ana

 

A photo session that I look forward every year…

 I see K, R and their family every year and because of moments like this above I look forward to it every time. This year was a bit different, R  grew A LOT! and K is also catching up. I had said before that K is quite special , he has a sort of looking that makes us think into all different things . But I could see a huge change from last year to this year. Maybe he is getting more conscious about growing up. R is always super fun to chat and laugh with. I always have so much fun with this family who had been very loyal and supportive over the years. I have to say a BIG thank you to all of you and for making my life always more sparkly!

Ana

Baby K

Baby K was photographed just about 3 weeks old. My daughter, Isadora who now is working with me went along to give me a hand with the props and background. She was also amazed by Baby K ’s squeaks.  She was just so sleepy and very calm. Her lips and squeezable cheeks were just adorable. She has probably the most calm and laid back parents I have ever met. They went with the flow and whisper of things. They are coming this week to share their beautiful pictures. Thank you Baby K and your family for such fabulous time!

Ana

 

 

 

 

Maria Luiza…. um sorriso perfeito!

 

Tive o imenso prazer de passar uma linda tarde com Maria Luiza, Cristina e Luciano. Brincar com uma menina tao linda de cabelo encaracolado e o sonho de qualquer fotografo! Maria Luiza e uma menina linda com pais que a amam profundamente. O resultado desta ligacao tao especial sao quase 70 fotos que refletem o sorriso e a felicidade de ser Maria Luiza. Obrigada amigos pelos momentos inesqueciveis.

PS desculpe a falta de acentos….

Bjs

Ana

 

Baby M.

 

 

BabyM was the cutest 7 days old baby I had photographed! He was very calm and sleepy. Only 7lb and a bit just the right size for all the props. He loved the bean bag and the room was kept quite warm. His Mum was so good too, very layed back and enjoyed every minute of the session. They are coming next week to share their beautiful photos. I can’t wait to see baby M and how much he had grew!

Thank you for the lovely morning Baby M and Mum.

Ana

 

 

 

 

snowed in…..at work

After coming back from our family holidays there was not stop even to wash our clothes. Sessions to be edited and new photo sessions are taking almost my whole time during the day( 7/7). I am still smiling and pleased with every single photo session and pictures that I have to edit.

These pictures were taken about 4 weeks ago. Those two boys were very cute. Given the age gap between them I was expecting a bit more of  a challenge but BabyS were just a delight with such captivating expressions. When his brother L, arrived from the school I could see that he was recharged with joy and so pleased that his big brother joined him.  Their parents were very good to and patient with my wacky ideas. They are coming soon to see their pictures after waiting patiently for about 4 weeks to see their pictures.

Many Thanks to you all and for the lovely afternoon!

Ana