Eskii was awesome, and took the time to explain this whole emo/indie culture of which I’m so unfamiliar with. I was unsure at first, as was he about the modelling, but by working together we soon got the hang of it and we have the photos to prove it!

There were one or two shots I requested for my own creative benefit, like the hand shots (you’ll know which ones when you see ‘em) and there was one where there is a spiderweb in the shot, but its hard to tell so I didnt upload it.

Please do comment since, well, this is a blography after all Good and bad comments, I want to hear what you think!

I’m looking very forward to this shoot, because I have a soft spot for emo’s (especially hot ones!) and I’ve been itching to do a photoshoot for a while now. This opportunity presented itself to me two weeks ago, and finally the time is almost here!

I’ll be shooting a friend of mine who goes by the alias Eskimo. He needs some shots done and I’ve been wanting to do a photoshoot with a male for a while now so this is perfect! It’s gonna be fun, challenging, a little bit outrageous, and plain awesome! He’s wicked artistic so he had a few great ideas to incorporate it into the shoot, so I’m excited to play! And I have the 24-70mm 2.8 L beast again! Woop woop!

I’m nervous though, because guy photography is not my forte. I’m used to photographing women. I feel there’s always more to look at with a woman, and more choice when it comes to poses…I always feel cheesy posing guys, but I’m throwing caution to the wind with Ekii. We arranged for him to come over this afternoon with some outfits so we could work out a plan (he’s a clothing designer and stylest too!), and he made me feel very comfortable with the whole idea of photographing an emo/goth/indie (okay, he was kinda getting dressed in my lounge which helped hehe…rowr!).

I only hope I can do him justice!

Not only are they in love, but they’re also fun! Lots of fun! They were quite ready to nibble ears, smooch, give piggy-backs, roll about on the (slightly damp) grass, smooch, step in a little mud, smooch some more, and laughed all the while doing so. And wow can Julia laugh! Its infectuous and loud, and occasionally a little snorty, which of course sets her off laughing even harder! They’re so perfectly suited for one another, if gives the rest of us hope that there is a love out there for us that is filled with fun, laughter, and a silent sixth sense of union between two people.

We took a short trip out to some fields near our local stable and spent some time in the gorgeous sun (which made us give a huge sigh of relief since it had been raining right up until yesterday!). There was quite a bit of walking involved, but we did get to pet some sweet, sweet horses along the way!

However, photographing this couple was somewhat tricky. Julia has had quite a few ops in her life since she was born to correct a few deformities with her one arm and hand (not to mention she’s missing her wedding-ring finger!), and understandably is quite sensitive about it showing in photographs. For me, however, its just another example of what an amazing and strong person she is, and how amazing her partner is. They’re both so strong for each other and its just beautiful. Simply beautiful. She’s certainly an insipiration for me.

Here are just a few shots so far, hope you like them!

The shoot was fun, though I was a little nervous…being family ‘n all that. Especially future family. Eek, talk about pressure! Screw up the shoot and well things might not be so hot in the marriage department. Haha ok I’m only joking about that part…*gulp*. No really, I’m kidding. Hehe.

All the same, the shoot was commenced with shots of tequila – yes, I wish all my shoots could start like that! I think some of the family were a little nervous, but I think things got underway and ran smoothly quite quickly.

Anyway, here are some sneak preview shots…(feel free to leave comments):

Bonnie, Badger & Enya

Today was spent photographing a friend’s pack of dogs: Bonnie, Badger & Enya.

It was a hot, sunny day, so location proved to be bit of a hassle as there was very few spots of shade for us to play but we did what we could, the dogs taking frequent water breaks (which I later knelt in all the dribbled puddles. Sigh. All in a day’s work hehe).

The dogs were great, very well trained, if not too well trained. They never took their eyes off their beloved, but still gave me some awesome shots. Enya is the most recent addition to the pack, having being rescued from DARG. She’s around 6 years old and has the most adorable temperment and really landed with her bum in the butter with her family!

So, before you all die of impatience (um, well I’d like to believe the anticipation is that strong ok!), photos:

Badger

Bonnie

Badger

Bonnie

Enya

Enya Paws

Enya Paws