It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! | family photography

For about 20mins...there was peace and joy in our world

Christmas carols were playing and the boy's faces lit up in delight as they put together, then decorated the Christmas tree...

BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN for 2009!!

Last reminder...book before Dec 31 for a session in January or February - and i will guarantee current (2008) prices. This offer is only available for sessions held in Jan or Feb 2009. Contact me via the website or call 0425701733 to secure your preferred date.

PREGNANT? Book now and I will hold a place for you around the expected delivery date...don't wait until your new baby is born, as I am often booked up for a month or so in advance.

cazz x

The winds of change | Melbourne family photography

It's a funny thing, being a Mum. All those important milestones and achievements...first smiles, rolling over, crawling, toothy grin; walking on wobbly legs and babbling...not to mention the tantrums, nappies, tears, refusing to do whatever it is you want them to do...then all of a sudden they're a bit more grown up and life gets easier...they go off to occasional care, kinder and friends for a play, but they are still yours most of the time. They hold your hand tightly and talk about the wonders of the world, and ask a billion questions..

..and then one day they are wearing a school uniform..and your heart skips a beat.

Charlie has just had his much anticipated kinder concert (at nighttime!!). He and his little gang of friends had such a fun time...the smile on their faces was an absolute delight.

Our last kinder concert....

I have waited so long for them all to grow up...I just wish it didn't happen quite so quickly!

Love you Charlie...

Handsome little man | Melbourne newborn photography

This gorgous boy is just 4 weeks old...isn't he the most handsome little man!

I had a lovely time with this beautiful family today.

Thanks Georgia and Paul ...here's a little preview for you:

I will be in touch in the next few days with your full gallery.

cazz x

bella | Melbourne baby photographer

Like most photographers I have my favourites...favourite locations, favourite subjects, favourite images...and I have a new one to add...

This pretty little girl had just woken up when I arrived (well I had forgotten my white backdrop and had to race back home for it...but she hadn't been up for long!).

She was full of smiles for Mummy and Nonna...and eventually gave me a few too.

Thanks Nina for inviting me to photograph your precious baby girl.

Here's a little preview for you...I think I got the colour in her eyes.

I just LOVE this photograph.

and in black and white..

Isn't she sweet..

Ten little toes..

I will be touch soon.

cazz x

Bouncing baby boy | Melbourne baby photography

There's nothing I like more than sessions that are nearby...and I could have walked to this one! I recently met this gorgeous family, and the cutest bouncing baby boy...he might not have been sitting up on his own, but boy could he move around! He kept us all on our toes...and how cute is he??

Megan and Craig...a preview for you...

Your gallery is almost ready.

I will be in touch soon.

cazz x

Products - mounted prints | Melbourne family photographer

What are mounted prints?

Mounted prints come ready to hang, and are an alternative to canvas. The print is mounted onto 20mm lightweight foamcore. An edge is added in either black or white, and a protective surface is overlaid so that the image is protected.

some examples (please excuse the poor lighting!)

10x20 storyboard

20x20 storyboard

Edge detail

Mounted prints may be ordered in most sizes, either the image alone or in a storyboard format.

A modern way to display your beautiful photographs!

cazz x

News Flash! | Melbourne photographer

It's probably time for an update on where I'm at...if anyone is remotely interested??

Everything has just fallen into place for me this year with my new business. I have had some wonderful experiences with fabulous families. It really is something I am so proud to do..provide beautiful, lasting images for families...to be invited into your homes and trusted to interact with your precious children..thankyou!

I cannot believe the year is almost over! My baby boy starts school next year, and so begins a new chapter in my life...as I will have some more time to pursue my love of photography.

BOOKINGS FOR 2008 ARE NOW FULL!

Yes, that's right, I am unable to take any further bookings this year. I am however, offering a special for bookings made this year, for next January and February...book now and I will honor 2008 prices. My packages will be increasing in price from Jan 1st, 2009.

To take advantage of this special offer you must book before Dec 31...for a session in January or February (rescheduled or cancelled bookings will not be eligable)

I WON!

In other news...I have recently had a run of good luck!

I like to enter competitions occasionally...sometimes because there is a prize involved (love that!) and sometimes so that my work is on display to the public (quite like that too!).

I recently entered a competition with WESTFIELD shopping centres for their 2009 kids calendar (look out for it - avail soon at your local shopping centre)...well I was surprised when notified I was a finalist and then thrilled to be told I was a winner! Not only will my photograph (my 3 boys in their saints gear) be featured in the calendar...but I also won a $500 gift voucher..YIPPEE!

My luck continued on the weekend when I received a couple of phone calls from friends visiting the Whittlesea Show...where I had some photographs on display...not only did I win first prize in the portrait section, but I also won Best Print in the novice section...and a beautiful blue ribbon!

I was just thrilled.

Anyway enough ramblings from me.

I have spent the day feeling VERY spoilt at the MELBOURNE CUP carnival..in the VRC pavillion - drinking champagne and enjoying a fabulous lunch...right in front of the race track.

Some pics from today:

The Cup race..

cazz x

Twins | Melbourne twin photography

How lucky am I? One of my most favourite subjects is a newborn baby so I was thrilled to be given the oportunity to photograph these precious babies...only 12 days old.

Aren't they just perfect...

In Grandpa's arms..

..and proud big brother too..

and how beautiful does Mum, Stacey look..

Thanks Stacey, it was a pleasure to meet your lovely family.

I will be in touch soon, when your gallery is ready.

cazz x

Girl girls girls! | Melbourne child photographer

I've had a weekend full of beautiful little girls!

On Sunday I met 2 year old Alisha and her gorgeous baby sister Bianca.

Here's a little preview for Mum and Dad..

I will be in touch soon,

cazz x

She's here! | Melbourne newborn photography

It was quite special yesterday to finally meet beautiful baby Sunny. I had been waiting for a call from Marlena ever since taking maternity shots of her just a couple of weeks ago..

Thanks guys for inviting me back to capture your beautiful family...and congratulations on the arival of another sweet baby girl!

A little preview for you...so many to choose from!

I willlet you know when your gallery is ready.

cazz x

brothers | Melbourne children's photographer

My very talented friend Debbie (aka baglady) made me a stunning bag recently, so as a thankyou we had a mini-shoot with all the boys last week....

The boys explored the local area, wandered through parts of LaTrobe Uni...and of course, climbed every tree in sight!

A couple of pics to share:

cazz x

My husband is 40! (at last) | Melbourne photography

So at last Grant joins me as a forty year old.

He didn't want to do anything special...so I decided to surprise him with a very special visit from his family...who flew in from QLD.

I wish I had captured the look on his face (perhaps not the words from his mouth..which the kids repeat as 'beep') when he saw his sister emerge from the 12 seater party bus!

I had only told the boys 15 mins before, so it was a secret well kept.

With the bus filled with ballooons and appropriate 'happy birthday' music (thanks Sam)...we set off for Evelyn County winery for a fabulous lunch...

This shot taken by 6 year old Harry...

Stunning Natalie with Greg...

Our beautiful table with a view..

The bos were so well behaved!

Love this shot of Debbie and Sam (rsvp??)

Thanks so much Barry, Deb, Sam, Nat and Greg

Grant had a great weekend...and was really thrilled!

cazz x