It’s funny how life gets in the way. This photoshoot is all the way back in 2015 as part of my European Love Story journey through Europe. I finally found the time to post this blog, and it is important, as this turned out to be the most important photoshoot I would conduct. I am…
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“Oooh, be careful cara mia, The Walk of the Gods is very pericoloso… is very dangerous. Just last week a lady died on the same walk. Maybe, is not the best choice for you to do these days”. This warning from a slightly odd, middle-aged lady working at the hotel in Positano was just the…
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Venice is like eating an entire box of chocolate liqueurs in one go. – Truman Capote The streets are water and the cars are boats. Ancient buildings stand as a grand backdrop for an endless array of little shops selling modern touristy knick-knacks. People are everywhere. Even knowing this, knowing exactly why Venice is so…
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Ahh, Venice. There’s no city quite like it. Rich with winding canals and bobbing watercraft, quaint bridges scattered here and there, the whole place dotted with hidden piazze nestled amongst haphazard cobblestone streets. In this place, the hustle and bustle of busy tourists contrasts with the quiet grandeur of the ancient buildings, creating a truly…
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So you just got engaged and picked your wedding photographer. What now? Most grooms and many brides are less than comfortable with the idea of a photographer following their every move on their wedding day. This is completely normal and almost always treatable. Treatment consists of two parts: Get to know your photographer and give…
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Summer in Paris is simply stunning and the choices for a photo shoot are endless. My favourite location is the iconic Louvre. In summer the sun sets in a perfect location behind the large glass pyramid of the Louvre for portrait photography. Tuesday also seems to be the best day as the tourist numbers are…
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How many times have you traveled overseas only to return with photos that look similar to everybody else or even similar to all the postcards? Don’t most Eiffel Tower photos look similar? Same occurs with all iconic landmarks such as Big Ben in London and the Duomo in Florence. Whilst travelling through Europe over the…
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Friends and family constantly ask me what camera equipment they should take when travelling overseas. The answer is different for every person due to their skill level, their interest in photography, and their budget. Hopefully by explaining what equipment I, as a professional photographer take when I travel overseas and more importantly why I take…
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Tonya and Chris were the first couple to choose a #aeuropeanlovestory shoot from London. This was their first date day (without their kids) since moving to England so I felt privileged that they decided to spend a chunk of time with me walking through London for their photoshoot. Chris and Tonya’s Story Chris and I…
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Travel photography is all about watching, listening and feeling a place. It is a process of finding the soul of a city and documenting it. Some would argue that merely taking images of the cities’ famous landmarks could surely document a large city. As someone who has travelled extensively I can tell you that the…
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A photographer’s personal journey to document love, passion, beauty and joy in a variety of ways in the most beautiful and romantic cities on earth during the European summer of 2015 What is “A European Love Story”? In short it is one photographer’s journey looking for love in some of the most romantic cities on…
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Lord Howe Island Wedding – Paradise Destination Wedding Lord Howe Island is a destination wedding paradise, and a place where walking and cycling are the major modes of transportation. Whilst cars are available for hire, the island pace lends itself to a more gentle and relaxed method of exploring the island. A World Heritage listed location,…
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Nicole and Jason – Sydney couple First Look Q&A. Including a touching First Look with Nicole’s Dad SHE SAID Had you ever heard of a first look prior to me suggesting it? I had not heard of the first look until we met with you. Why did you choose to do a first look? We…
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Fairytale Engagement After Eight Years Courting A proposal that took eight years but ended with a fairytale engagement in an Italian castle! Bill has never been one to be rushed; he has a tendency to do things in his own time. And the lovely Joanne is quite similar, so together they make a good pair. This…
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As an Army medic, Luke had seen enough heart ache to fill a lifetime. After being injured on an overseas deployment, Luke returned to Australia to see the rest of his life fall apart. During a painful recovery Luke met Jess through an online dating service. After just a few dates it was clear that…
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