About Me

I am a mother of three boys (three boys, being punished for my sins!) and have been a fan of photography for years. I started shooting weddings seriously about five years ago. With the arrival of my twins, I decided to reduce my working hours in order to spend more time at home with my boys. Using photography to make up for the loss of income was a natural progression.

This is where you will be able to catch regular excerpts of what I am up to...

September 23, 2009 // Children / Newborn

Being confronted by a ferocious beast called rambo and being pee'd on by a little person called Julian, all part of a days work - who said photography was a walk in the park?

 

Isn't he just gorgeous? This little munchkin belongs to Elizabeth and Grant.

 

It was well worth it though - this is what I got before the floodgates opened up!

 

 

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Katia:

You are brilliant Andrea! This photo is amazing!

(09.23.09 @ 09:18 AM)
Liz:

Gorgeous pic!Can't wait to see the rest....You're a STAR!

(09.28.09 @ 12:35 PM)
Isabel :

Wow.... how gorgeous is that pic... and what a beautiful baby... Well done Liz & Grant

(10.07.09 @ 10:38 PM)
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From elegant and sophisticated table centrepieces, to fun and quirky cake-toppers - every couple puts their own special touch to their wedding.

 

Ursula and I had an absolute ball photographing Gabi's & Llewelyn's wedding at The Cradle.

 

The day was a whirlwind of energy, right from the start.

 

There was such a great vibe and so much love and emotion, dancing and excitement. It was one of those weddings I wish I didn't have to leave!

 

Oh! And did I mention we had "THE BEST groomsmen in the world?" ;-)

 

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Kat Forsyth:

Seriously, Andrea, at some point I want to stop gushing, but I don't know how you get such beautiful pictures every time!

(09.19.09 @ 10:53 AM)
Jeanette:

Love the image of her against the reddish wall!

(09.19.09 @ 09:51 PM)
Gabi:

They are MAGNIFICENT!!! yay! I cannot wait to see the rest!!!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!

(09.21.09 @ 12:01 AM)
Donna The other mom...soooo proud of my beautiful bride and the gorgeous pics!:

Fantastic pics.Can't wait to see more.

(09.21.09 @ 07:06 AM)
Ursula:

Thank you Gabi and Llewelyn, we had such a great time. Love the pics Andrea :)

(09.21.09 @ 08:42 AM)
Greg:

Hi
Pics look beautiful, it was one of those that you didnt want to end, it was fantastic, thanks for the comment about the grooms men. Ursula was alot of fun and great at her job.
keep us updated with more pics.

Regards
Greg

(09.21.09 @ 09:53 AM)
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Oh my Gosh - I am very flattered ... an interwiew with mwah!

If you are interested click here.

 

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Kat Forsyth:

Congratulations!

(09.18.09 @ 11:36 AM)
Aria Bethards:

Your work is inspirational to us all! I loved reading through the article and taking a glimpse into your life. Keep up the great work!

(09.18.09 @ 05:19 PM)
Ursula:

Well Done Andrea!! Loved the interview

(09.21.09 @ 08:34 AM)
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Two unexpected visits to the Doctors rooms for two different midgets - and on two different days - my week is now out of sync by two days. I will try my utmost to post what I had planned to, but with the rest of the week being rather packed I am not at all sure.

 

I will leave you with this pic from Catherine's & Shaun's wedding which I am loving.

I love the two frames, how Catherine is framed in the one half and the hands & train framed in the other half. 

 

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Ursula Tocik:

Stunning! love the framing here - very clever indeed :)

(09.16.09 @ 10:17 PM)
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The groomsmen cleaned up good 'n proper, the weather was just perfect, the couple was gorgeous and up for anything - not to mention, their friends and family were fantastic.

 

Plus, take in an Irish mom, throw in three energetic little girls, mix in some hairspray, clips and make-up, add an over-worked (and very patient) father of the bride, along with an animated make-up artist and you have a taste of what it was like photographing Shannon . . . simply getting ready.

  

The creatives were equally as scatty, with Shannon and Paul braving a vicious beast by the name of Rambo during their shoot, jumping into hay stacks and, quite honestly, just being themselves - when they could.

 

It is so amazing to be able to share a day like this, during which the ceremony was the only part I could possibly use the words: calm and serene.

 

Thank you, Shannon and Paul - we had a CRACK!

 

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 I must say it does look relatively quiet in this picture.

 

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Picture above taken by Ursula.

 

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Kat Forsyth:

Beautiful and worth the wait! I love the sunset one. I must say they all seem really serene and lovely :-)

(09.09.09 @ 07:21 PM)
Shannon:

WOW - Andrea these are even more amazing than I ever excepted!!! Thank you so much for such a fabulous day! We had so much fun having the photos done. You and Ursula were incredible!!!
We can't wait to see the rest of the pics!!!

Thanks again for everything!!!

(09.09.09 @ 08:38 PM)
Christine Meintjes:

I love your make up shot! The light is gorgeous!

(09.09.09 @ 09:49 PM)
Ursula:

Thank you Shannon and Paul for an awesome day. Andrea your shots are amazing as always. Love the RAMBO shot below - I was personally so scared of him :)

(09.10.09 @ 08:27 AM)
Kelly:

Shannon you looked amazing, these photo's are spectacular!!

(09.10.09 @ 08:28 AM)
Paul Pearce:

Stunning Andrea and Ursula.
Andrea you are truly blessed at what you do. Waiting for your next blog posting is like waiting for payday every month; we hold our breath and count the days.
I am truly inspired to have you as my role model.

(09.10.09 @ 01:29 PM)
mandy:

Rambo is too cute, cant imagine him being a meanie.... love the haystack pics

(09.10.09 @ 02:11 PM)
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