Day out at the zoo!

It was my birthday back in June and I got treated to day at London Zoo, it was the best! I was literally like a big kid and it was the perfect opportunity to get my camera out. Here are a few of my faves from the day!

Love this colours in this one!

NEMO!!!!

Edited this one to have a light leak in it. Going to try it on a few other photos and then will do a 'How to' blog on it so make sure you keep checking back.

I shot most all day with my Lumix, kit lens 18-44mm for the indoor shots and 45-200mm to get in closer with the bigger beauties!

Awwww!

This is part one of my Day at the Zoo photos, check back next week for the next one!

Some of my favourite images from 2013!

As I start any new year I like to think about the things I have achieved in the previous 12 months. Reflection is really important. Sometimes time passes by so quickly that it's easy to forget all that you've achieved, even if it's only something little. You did it! And you should pat yourself on the back for it.  2013 really was a bumper year for me, I had work featured in online magazines, my first photo shoots, a new course started with The Photography Institute to name but a few and I have learnt a lot along the way. It's very easy to carry on and feel like you are not improving or getting anywhere. 

So this is my own little pat on the back and I hope you enjoy sharing it with me! 

Would love to hear what your favourite images of 2013 have been, post links and comments in the box below, here's to 2014! :)

The Best of 2012

So, we are well and truly in to the new year! I always like to have a bit of self reflection around this time and see how I have developed, improved and what I need and would like to work on. 

I also go through all of my photos from the past year (and there's a lot!) and make a 'Best of' collage. Most people are self critical, myself included, so I find it good practise to do this. It's sort of therapeutic. These are what I think are my best from this year, have a look through my blogpost and tell me what you think! I'd love to hear your thoughts! 

Anyway, a short blogpost for you this week (sorry) I'm afraid as I am currently busy taking a gazillion photos for another project. Don't forget the exhibition is only a week away, please click here for more details.

'Windows' - Exhibition Time!

Its that time again! I am taking in part in my third exhibition with La Société de la Petite Voix at Roisin Dubh in Kingsbury.

'Windows' is the name of the game this time round with lots of different takes on this theme so there really is something to appeal to everyone. And once again we have a whole selection of international photographers; Brazilian, Spanish, Anglo-Irish, Polish, English and Indian! We want to raise awareness for local artists and show people that you don't have to be rich to own some amazing work, while at the same time your purchase helps us fund our dreams! And there really is some excellent work for you to lay your hands on at really affordable prices. 

So, most importantly, When!?! From 14th January 2013 19.30. There is a Private View on 15th January and thereafter the exhibition will be open to all during the normal working hours of the venue. The venue is an intimate pub with cheap beer and a great atmosphere. Also located 1 minute walk away from Kingsbury tube station (Jubilee Line).

Please be sure to put it in your diary and show your support for us by sharing the event whichever way you can! Please click here for more info. Hope to see you there!

A mish mash of my mind

Have lots and lots of photos still to go through an edit and an exhibition to prepare for! So here are some photos I've had for a while that don't necessarily fit in with other blog posts. These images are all completely unconnected and are photos I've taken whilst out and about, been at home or wee little experiments. A mish mash of what goes on in my head, if you like. I like, I hope you do!

This is a framed picture we have in our living room and just happened to look over one day to find this exotic looking bug climbing up it. I still have no idea what this little fella is but how perfectly placed was he for this photo? I love it, serendipity strikes again! It just seems so fitting that he put himself right there on our joker and the colours really set each other off. Love it! Thank you Mr Bug. :)

I love how just a boring old pavement can be transformed into an interesting photo. Or at least it is in my opinion! I always like lines and like my lines wonky so I love how this has worked in this image. I don't know if it's just me but when I look at the photo, it looks like a parallelogram instead of the rectangle it is because of the way the lines draw your eyes in. Freaky deaky!

Not a fan of eight legged creatures but I do love looking at their webs, I find them fascinating! This one had set up camp in my back garden. I hope I did his little home justice with my photo.

My mum always told me not to play with my food but I just can't help it!

Pet Portraits: Guiness!

This is my friends lubbly jubbly cat Guiness. Isn't he a cutie?! I keep nagging my boyfriend for a cat - he's not so keen on the idea 'in this flat' at least he keeps telling me. So I'm having to take photos of the lovely creatures to get my cat fix! I'm not sure how much Guiness enjoyed his photo shoot, he tried his best to get away at every opportunity (!) but I'm persistent so I managed to get a few. Hope you like them. 

On a side note, don't forget that all my work is for sale in many different formats; card, coasters, prints, key rings, you name it! And you don't just have to chose from the images from my portfolio, you can commission me to do a one off image just for you! Follow the contact me tab to the right of the page and let's get talking. I won't bite, promise. ;)