Hope Photography

Another beautiful face

Happy days...!

Can you believe it was warm enough to get out the paddling pool?! I have spent the last couple of days in East Sussex-I am pretty sure they have it a lot warmer then we do in the North. Meet Abby...isn't she gorgeous.

Part time pirate, part time knight...and every knight needs a horse!

My favourite pirate

Spring is here!

I am not sure Spring is officially here yet, but the snow drops tell me it's near by. The lighter nights and brighter days make me excited for the summer. Nothing beats the hazy summer glow you get after a hot day, not forgetting the water fights! I cant' wait.

I am going to Italy next week....I know I know, it must feel like I go away a lot! But I just love the feeling you get exploring new places and the inspiration you get while travelling. As both a writer and photographer, I need that pinch to waken me up sometimes, reminding me not to miss a thing. 

My new Springs/Summer mailers are at the printers as I type-I have tried to go for something a little bit funky and bright, with it being summer.  Fingers crossed.

Here is another shot from a recent session. A beautiful family with beautiful boys.

P is a perfect ....

I have been back from Australia for a week, and only now do I feel like I have beaten the jet lag. Tonight is the first night I had enough energy to go for a run which is a good sign. I miss my friends in Australia, mostly this face. I miss seeing those chocolate eyes everyday.

Ava soar

This is the first chance I have had to post a photograph of my pink balloons in rememberance of Ava Rosemeyer. I wanted to wait until a sunny day to let my balloons go, it seemed only fitting that the sun was shining to mark this moment.

To all her friends and family, I wish you all the best at this time. I have been touched in countless ways by the tragic loss of Ava. For a 3 year old to die in such a tragic accident is a crime, she was the most beautiful little girl. My thoughts are with you.

Happy Love Day

Today I photographed two very cute little boys. Here is an image which may enter my top 10 favourite photographs. I just love the light on his face and arms. I always know when I am satisfied with a shoot because when editing the images I get a lump in my throat, or I'll smile to myself. After spending the afternoon with once strangers to taking pictures of them with their most prized possesions so intimately is a wonderful way to spend my days.

Blue Mountains

We spent the weekend in the Blue mountains. It was a girly road trip, and probably the best mini break I have ever had. We stayed at the 'Old Leura Dairy' which was a very magical place built out of eco friendly materials. The bed was the comfiest bed I have ever slept in, made all the more so by the ultra soft duck feather duvet and pillows. It even got cool enough to light a fire, making it feel like a haven. The Blue mountains were a great sight, I don't think I have seen a view as spectacualar in a long while. Even gave Mt McKinley in Alaska a run for its money.