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Homeward Bound

July 2, 2012 Posted inFamily,Photography

This is a special post that I have been saving for just the right time. In less than 2 weeks this beautiful family will be leaving Australia bound for their home land. These photos were taken on the Gold Coast just after I discovered that Brandy + James and their gorgeous daughters were homeward bound. It was bitter sweet – so happy they will be back in America with their family and friends, so sad that they are leaving us all here in Oz. As a once expat living in the Middle East – I know how sweet and sour it is to leave your ‘home’ if only we could be in two places at one time:). Their family has enriched our lives in many ways: their enthusiasm for life, their patriotism, and their love is so very contagious. I feel fortunate that you guys have come into our life, as I know many others in this neck of the woods are too. You will be missed, and I’m sure tears will be shed! It’s never good bye, it is only take care and be safe until we see each other again soon. Enjoy your last days here and thank you for being such warm and loving friends xxx Jodes

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Lisa Jay - Now they have these beautiful images to take home with them!

Mel Riddell - So beautiful Jody! I love these. xx

Anastasia - What a gorgeous family, so beautifully captured Jody. I am in love with the australian flag photos.

Jody - Thank you Anastasia – I loved that you popped by <3 xxxx

Jody - Thank you Mel xxx

Jody - Thank you Lisa xxxx

Nicole Leebeck - Love it! The one black and white of the little with the darker hair just speaks to me. :) Love them all but something about that *one* just stand out. I love when we are able to do that!

Caroljean - What a gorgeous family shoot to send them off with…such a beautiful gift! :)

Danielle - Joody these are beautiful and such a lovely reminder of their home is Aussie…….WOW Jody JUST PLAIN WOW !

Danielle - Jody NOT Joody…..I need to check my spelling I am HOPELESS !

Kathryn - Such beautiful memories of their time in Australia. Love the Flag and the glitter series especially. Gorgeous photos Jody x

Jody - Lol no need to apologise – I have many typos done in haste – thanks for dropping by xxx

Boys will be boys

June 24, 2012 Posted inFamily,Photography

Today I’m sharing a family photo session I did last year – yes I know!!!! I have been meaning to blog this for ages, shall we just leave it there – no excuses let’s just put it down to life …. and sometimes it can get in the way;)

This was such a fun shoot and I love if for many reasons. I don’t have boys, however it felt like I did for a hour or so, and it was exhausting! Hats off to anyone who has boys. I also enjoyed capturing them doing what they love to do, at a time in their lives that will never be repeated. Kids grow and change so quickly and that is why I adore my job so much. To have that moment captured on film or digitally forever. On that note please, please, please if you have digital files – PRINT THEM – who knows they may not last forever and you don’t want to loose those precious moments, celebrations and milestones.

I have a question for you: When was the last time you had family photos take? Did you enjoy the experience? I would love to hear about it, feel free to share your experience with us below in the comment section.

Wishing you love and happiness today and every day. xxx Jodes

PS: A special thank you to Karla and Pete for letting me share the photos from our session together.

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Caroljean - Looks like there is lots of boy energy in these awesome shots! I love them all…great job! I am sure the family will treasure them!

Jody - Thank you Caroljean xxx

Kathryn - What a beautiful family. I love how you have captured them doing fun boy things and I love the series with the brick wall.

Nicole Leebeck - Such an awesome session! I think you captured the term “all boy” very well in this session! :) the last reminds me of my son ;)

Jody - Thanks Nicole xxx

Jody - Thank you Kathryn xxx

Better together

May 31, 2012 Posted inChildren,Family,Light,Photography

Today I would love to share with you a gorgeous family session I recently did. Words escape me at the beauty of this family both inside and out. I thank you for sharing the afternoon with me and for trusting me with your gorgeous boy. Oh those eyes xxxx. As I edit today I’m listening to Jack Johnson – I leave you with some of his lyrics from ‘Better together’ -

I believe in memories
They look so, so pretty when I sleep
Hey now, and when I wake up,
You look so pretty sleeping next to me
But there is not enough time,
And there is no, no song I could sing
And there is no combination of words I could say
But I will still tell you one thing
We’re better together.

Wishing you love xxx Jody

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Adrienne - Hi, Jody! These images are beautiful. My favorite has to be the one of the baby sticking his toes in his mouth. The angle is terrific!

Jody - Thank you Adrienne xx

Tina DaSilva - Love these photos Jodes. The colour the light, the emotion. Beautiful.

Wishing you a wonderful day!

May 12, 2012 Posted inFamily,Personal

Today was a day of chores, editing, paperwork, nursing an ill hubby;)All in a days work really. Well I deliberately piled it on today so tomorrow is free and full of fun, as it’s Mother’s Day here is Australia!

I stopped for a moment to enjoy being a mum, bouncing on the trampoline with my kids always makes us laugh. Plus I love the way their hair goes crazy and they smile like the world only holds fun. As my hubby said to me today, ‘quick your missing the fun’.  Before you know it (and it’s not too far away) we will not be cool enough to jump on the trampoline with anymore.:)

These photos were taken whilst we both bounced, the focus is off, but the energy and moment is there. I adore these images! ♥  One child, and I’m sure you can work out which may not of been in the mood to jump. Oh to be challenged and loved like only a mother can be. Wishing you hugs and love XXX Jody

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Tamara - Jody, these are without doubt my fave pics of yours. Absolutely absolutely absolutely! Your processing is a.w.e.s.o.m.e, they are just wonderful & it’s so nice to see you post something again :-) xx

Jody - Thanks lovely xxxx

Krissy - Very cool pics Jodes, love Sienna hair in them, its wild but so pretty. x

Jody - Thanks Krissy xxx I love that you popped by xxxx

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