year planner

just found this digi planner for 2010 via CK blog by Brenda Arnall
and I've put it here for reference for later on!!

http://brendaarnall.typepad.com/its_a_new_day/2009/11/get-with-the-plan-year-3.html

and pulling it all together.
http://brendaarnall.typepad.com/its_a_new_day/2009/11/putting-the-planner-together.html

looks like I've just set myself a project, even tho I already carry around a financial year diary in my handbag. Man, if I lost that thing, my life would be screwed. I used to commit everything to memory, but since things have got so busy with the photography side of things, I just had to get one. But I could use a prettier one than the ol Collins brand.

;-p

bokeh

After reading this blog and reading up on  this link http://thepioneerwoman.com/photography/2009/12/share-your-holiday-bokeh/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+pioneerwoman-full-rss-feed+%28Pioneer+Woman+FULL+RSS+FEED%29  I thought I'd give it a whirl.

I have actually read about this before aaaaages ago and had forgotten all about it. So I'm glad that I found a reminder  ;-)

cute little models!!

asthma sucks

Made a different sort of hat pin for this one. Just lovin' the strip of fibre (from Scrapworkz in Port Lincoln).

Mother's Day - Annie, Sean

I was on a bit of a roll last night. Mind you I did do a his and hers LO for their albums. They are both different but with similar photos.

The kids and I were in Lincoln today for the post Christmas specials.

I found myself a (would you believe it - I cant) a purple swag. That swag so had my name all over it. Annie took,  grew into,   acquired my swag since she was very little. I have had to ask her very kindly if I may borrow her swag if I needed one in the last few years. During this last year, we have all needed one on the same night on various occasions, so it was high time I found by own (again). Sean has what used to be Granny's and Kym has his own.

 I have been looking very seriously at mountain bikes. Since I'm not riding horses atm, I need to be doing something active. Doing nothing is driving me to distraction. And funny ha ha, the one I looked at today is purple. Te he....  and that is not the reason why I like it. I haven't committed yet. Still a couple of shops to lurk look through.

And I have a totally kid free day tomorrow. My goodness, what will I do??????

gentle giant.

I am all up to date with photography commitments, processing and dispatch. Now for some me time, aka scrapping!! ahhhh. It felt good to scrap. I hope to get a few more done in the next few days before we head off for a bit.

Mind you, I still need to do the Treasurer's report and get the books audited before we leave. Oh, and the account intray, and the BAS. Time is far too short. But at least my days are chock full.

Had a fantastic Christmas. The kids loved their gifts from friends, family and Father Christmas. They'd get a kick up the bum if they didnt. lol. We had family here for lunch, and a social afternoon and evening out. It was just lovely and relaxing.

Today's effort....  ***edited to add the better pic of the LO***

I

coffin bay explorer

Darian and Carol Gale asked me to come out on a trip to shoot some promotional photography for their website and brochures. Coffin Bay Explorer

We canceled the first trip as the weather was against us. And I am so glad we did. The weather was perfect this time. The sea was glass, the water was crystal clear and the sunlight sparkled on the dolphins. I can thoroughly recommend this trip on the Coffin Bay Explorer. Esp families with kids. The dolphins were so relaxed and really inquisitive. I could have reached out and touched them with my fingers as we quietly idled with them.

Carol wanted some shots of the wildlife they see on most trips and some of the scenery. The bird life, the seals, the sea lion and especially of the dolphins.  I think I managed that OK. I wanted to capture some images that would be a little bit unexpected. IE of the ropes, with feet up, the anchor.

Part of the trip is at anchor with the dolphins just lazing around us while Darian shucked oysters fresh from the sea for our tasting.

I'm pretty sure they'll be pleased with the end result. I know I am.

More images at Tiff Firth Photography. (the sea lion, the seal and others for your viewing pleasure)

oh christmas tree, oh christmas tree

Message from Father Christmas

Have your children look at this. It is a wonderful traditional Christmas message from the big guy in the red suit. Mums and Dads will need to go here first to pop in some info. Its really worth it. My kids were talking back to him and waved goodbye to him.


http://portablenorthpole.tv/home
 
I would love to wish you all a very Merry and Safe Christmas.
 
tiff
x

Miss Z (the extra sneak peeks)

I've just had an email flick into my in box to give the thumbs up to show the couple of extra special pics from the other day.

Without any further ado.....

Aren't they just lovely. Many thanks to Nan and S for allowing me to post them here.

christmas lights

They say time flies when you're having fun. Well I can certainly testify to that. It has been absolutely whizzing past.

They also say, that you are only as busy as you make it. I have been making it really busy. And I love it.

- I took the kids into town to look at the Christmas lights last night. I have to say that town is certainly dark compared to how it used to be. I don't know if its apathy, or if Christmas has snuck up so fast, or quite what. But there's certainly not the amount of effort put into as it has been in past years.

I took in the tripod and wanted to catch some of the atmosphere by not using any flash. Mr and Mrs H very kindly let me come into their yard to get a bit closer to their awesome display of spirit.

Every night when he turns the lights on, he turns on a little motor which drives the back wheel of the bike. So Mr and Mrs Santa cycle for a few hours. And yes he has replaced a rear bald tyre at least once.

They also have this message up every year.

Their wonderful efforts into their displays is just awesome.

After spotting the Nicholl's car cruising the lights as well, I had a txt from Sarah to have a go at capturing the Nativity scene at the Lutheran church. I think it turned out OK.

- This morning I went on the Coffin Bay Explorer to catch the sights and shoot promotional photography for their website and brochures. I really really recommend this charter trip to families with kids. You get to see the dolphins up really close and personal in the pristine waters there. We had dolphins check us out and we watched their antics while the Explorer just idled in the water. They were totally relaxed and so inquisitive. I am working on processing that shoot tomorrow (Wed). Pics to post later.

- This evening I was invited by the Kapinnie community to shoot their district Harvest Cut out, Christmas drinks and an entry photo into a competition. The silos and the footy goals posts are rather iconic of this town, so they were the natural choice for background. People were asked to come in whatever uniform they have that represents their involvement in the community. We had CFS, Ambo, Cricket, Tennis, Netball and lots of other people there. I am guessing that there would have been 60 people all up in the big group shot. 
Goooo Kapinnie!!!! was loudly yelled before a couple shots. So funny. What fantastic support in this area. Thanks very much to Sam for teeing this up. You are an ambassador for Kapinnie.

- We had visitors come over after tea for Christmas drinks.

All in all it has been a rather full day. Tomorrow is a lay day. Meaning a lay in bed for a while before getting up. Its going to be a filthy hot day so having a day inside in on the menu.

Stay cool

Lady Z.

She is such a little poppet. Thanks to her family for bringing her in to see me on Monday. It was a great shoot with Mum, Dad, the Grandparents and of course little Lady Z who was centre of attention.

I have asked permission to post 2 special photos, but until I hear back from the family, I'll just have to leave you in suspense. LOL

Until then I can show these ones.

There are more for your viewing pleasure over at Tiff Firth Photography on Face Book

big red fella...

...paid a visit to our district Christmas tree celebrations tonight.

Before Father Christmas arrived the kids sang him in thru the door. Sean decided to try the laid back casual way. LOL

I did wonder how the kids would go, esp Sean after a long warm afternoon at our area's harvest cutout and Christmas drinks.
I worry too much. He and Annie said their pleases and thank yous, and had no issue at all.

taking a moment...

... to play around on Photoshop for myself. I asked Annie to come with me for a quick drive to grab these pics. And yes, that is her bed hair. Gorgeous isn't it!!

netta girl

At last I have put my hatpin making skills to use. I tailored made this one to suit the colours of the LO. Bead found in 'Bead on Eyre'

his version of netball

So loving templates at the moment. And these, oh so cute, pics of Sean at Annie's netball training.

The reason for 4 O'clock on the HS clock is that is the time training starts. I've used Tim Holtz game spinners for clock hands. And the PP is a lot more red than pink irl lol. Fairly simple, to keep the focus where it should be, on the pics and the story of them.
=-D
t

weekly wrap up.

Yesterday's pooppy(??) weather gave me some breathing room. The photo session for the charter boat business was postponed to next week and this morning's photo shoot was postponed due to illness. That's OK. That's the way it goes and both have re-booked.

This week ran to plan until yesterday. So after a early morning phone call I turned off the alarm clock and went back to sleep for a bit. I had a PJ morning with the kids before we headed off to swim lessons. And yep it was chilly when wet in that breeze. Sean spat it after a max of 10 mins, and Annie's bottom lip dropped about 40 mins into her lesson, but at least she stuck it out. He didn't. After a hot bath and hot lunch, we had a causal arvo before heading back to Coffins for one last time to visit Grandpa and Grandma. They headed off today (Friday). They and the kids had their Christmas gift giving last night.

Today was a sleep in for the kids after a late night last night for them. They had their last swim lessons today. Sean spat it again (little shit) and Annie had a ball.

When we came home I went out to hang out the wet towels and found this.

Gives new meaning to fishing line lol. Kym dries the fish before he smokes them, and so he took over the clothes line.

Not one to enjoy silence for too long, I asked the kids if they would like any friends to come over for a sleep over tonight. So as I type this at 12.45 am, Annie, Teagan, Ryan and Sean are all fast asleep. They have had so much fun.

A day of nothing planned for tomorrow. My first day like this for over a month according to my diary. Yikes. I think I will be bored by late morning. At least the kids will entertain me.

And yes, I have scrapped. I finally made my way over to the scrap table tonight after the babes hit the sack. After all the bustle of life, photography, processing, the in-tray, the monthly reconcile, and getting a head start on this month's books before we go away, I needed to scrap. I dont have a pic of it yet. Will do in the morning. And shit it felt good.  =-D

Have a great weekend.

hmmmm

Is anyone else having trouble leaving comments here. I have had one lovely lady mention it the other day and that bothers the hell out of me. Its supposed to be easy and straight forward and apparently its not.

You can let me know here (lol if you can) on Facebook, or email.

Cheers and thanks heaps.

tiff

fingers crossed.

***Edited to add. We have cancelled the shoot today. the weather is just too crap and the light is dull. We want the sunlight sparkling on those dolphins when they come to visit. So we are now planning a trip out early next week.***

I've been booked to go out on a boat charter tomorrow to photograph the highlights and scenery of the trip in and around Coffin Bay. I can only hope that the weather improves. I hear thunder rolling outside atm (12.05am).

ah well, if tomorrow turns out awful, there will always be the next day, or the next day, or the next day. Trust Thursday to be the crappiest day of the whole week gone and the week to come. lol.

The Family of C

I had the inaugural shoot with the new lens the other day. Man, am I one happy dancin' chick!!!!   Its friggin awesome. I have lots more scope without the need of changing lenses. And crisp pics. No more camera shake.

Having a very photogenic family made my job so easy.  I really loved your ideas. I'm always open to new ways of framing a shot. Thanks guys.  Enjoy your sneak peek.

Lots more over at Tiff Firth Photography on Face Book

Miss I and Master J

This was a bit of a challenging shoot. These two tin-lids are a bit camera shy but bubbles soon fixed that.

;oD

carols by candlelight and Nativity

I took the kids to the Carols by Candlelight and the Nativity reenactment tonight. Mainly for two reasons.

1. Since Annie has been to Xroads, she has been exposed to some light religious instruction. Kym and I are of no particular persuasion so we are really pleased to have her experience this in a friendly, safe and fun atmosphere. I was really keen for Annie to visually see, what they talk about at Xroads, as far as the birth of Jesus, the three wise men, the star and all that. So when I asked her in the car on the way home, if anything she saw tonight made sense, she said yep, its all the stuff at Xroads.  

tick. winner.

2. One of the many reasons that I bought that particular canon lens was for low light shooting. Tonight was the perfect night to give it a whirl. I really enjoy no flash photography, and I am THRILLED how this pic turned out.

While the Sing Australia performers were caroling on stage, Annie was reading the songbook and joining in. Perfect. All she had was an itty bitty torch for light. I admit I have blown the torch light out a bit, but I really wanted to catch the bounced light on Annie's face.

tick. winner.

the last few days....

...has been jam packed with photo opportunities with the kids.

Paige.

8 second ride

hanging on for dear life

enjoying Grandpa and his fat sax!!

We are going to the Nativity at Yallunda Flat tonight, tomorrow sees a photo shoot and swim lessons for the kids. Tuesday is a quick trip to Shabby Chic Shack in Lock before they close for the holidays followed by swim lessons. Dad and Jane are having tea with us that night. Wednesday is a full day in Lincoln, Thursday is a very exciting business photo shoot a website followed by swim lessons, Friday sees us with swim lessons and I think our area's harvest cut out may be on that night.

Another full on week. No doubt I'll jam more into it.  =-)

new baby.

I would like to introduce you to the newest member of my family.

Lens family that is

=-D

After a lot of research, trying out a lens or two and swallowing my heart as it leapt into my mouth when I hit that enter button, I decided upon this one.

Canon EFS 17-55mm f2.8 IS USM

I've taken a bit of leap of faith in myself and invested some $$$ back into a bit of hardware. Whilst this is not the top notch canon "L" series, (need a lot of cash for that), I looked at the IS series. I had a really good look at the cheaper lenses by other companies, within the same focal range, but I just couldnt go past the specs on this one.

I'll be putting it through its paces this evening at our annaul Trader's Christmas night. Lots of different things to point the lens at with all varieties of light.

hat pins

I had the most wonderful afternoon yesterday. Janice, Maryanne and Sandra came out for lunch. After our yummy paninies and healthy fruit platter (with not so healthy chocolate dipping sauce) we got into making hat pins.

Sandra is an amazing font of inspirational ideas and finds out the 'how tos' via the www. So with a glass of wine or two or a sub zero, we made these. We have set ourselves our next challenge of pulling together a LO using the pins. The girls have asked to have them posted here on my blog so share with you. So when they are done, I'll pop them up.

Janice's

Maryanne's

Sandra's

and mine.

Surprise, surprise. fancy there being a purple one  =-D

3 perfect models

Golly gosh, these 3 are good kids. With Mum watching on, there was a fair bit of giggling happening. I really enjoyed this session so thanks guys for making it so stress free. Here's a little sneak peak. There's a few more over at Tiff Firth Photography on Face Book.

Mum had a lovely idea with having coloured eyes restored on the BW portraits. I usually get a really close up of the eyes for this, but I do think this will be an idea to use for future sessions. I can see the colours really well on my laptop, but not so well on my desktop. The two computer screens are a different resolution me thinks. Do they look dark on your end or can you clearly see the colour??

last few days

We had the awesome pleasure of Paige's company yesterday, last night and today. It was wonderful to catch up and spend time with her. Mwah.

I planned a trip to Lincoln today and Paige came along. She was a very handy distraction for Sean while some Christmas stuff was collected  ;oD

I had a late morning phone call from the school while we were in Lincoln to say that Annie wasn't well. So Janice (bless your cotton pickin socks) picked up Annie from school while Paige and I left Lincoln to come home to collect her.

ahhhh well, most of the important stuff was done. Including a sexy new pair of black heels. Va Va Voom. I feel 6 foot tall in them. lol

Both the kids have been crook off and on over the last week. Unexplained high temps, headaches, the occasional up chuck, and very very tired. At one stage Annie was 40.0 degrees, had what she called exploding headaches and slept 18 hours out of 24 for three days. AB's helped with the sinus and ear infections. She was clear for a few days, and whamoo, crook today. She was her chipper self this morning as I sent her off to school, and now she's slept nearly 3 hours this arvo. Poor little Miss.

Sean had a night of tummy upset over the weekend and high temps. That has cleared up except for the temp. He's still hovering around 38.0 degrees.  We have gone through a lot of Panadol this last week.

This week is hell busy. Photo shoot tomorrow morning, and another in Lincoln tomorrow evening with a family group of 15. A photo shoot for my assignment 7 on Wednesday morning, Annie's class party and then her swim lesson in the arvo. Thursday sees another photography booking and then a long lunch here with some very special friends. Friday is Sean's last Baby Bounce FOREVER. School knocks off early, and then the Traders night that evening. Saturday Sean has a birthday party to go in Coffin Bay and Sunday is the Yallunda Flat Nativity Scene. And in amongst all that is family time, husband time, and photo processing. I can see the midnight candle burning extremely well this week.

Would I change any of it. Hell no. I love a full and rich life. Bring it on!!

oh and a quick photo of our Christmas tree. I moved it out of my lounge room onto the back porch for better light. That went surprisingly easily seeing the tree was fully decorated.

My sister in law makes each family member an angel each year. They are all unique to each person and for each year. Last year she made me this pasta angel that now proudly adorns my Christmas tree. There are about 20 family members, so as you can imagine, there's a bit of thought process involved.

and the letters to Father Christmas have been done.

picasso

I saw this idea of using the Colour Core'dinations cardstock aaaggggeeessss ago when it first came out. I slotted the 'blackboard technique' away in the dim dark recess of my mind to  pull out later if the opportunity came up. I forget whose LO it was back then, so I cant give credit where credit is due. Sorry about that.

Finally it has popped up.

Very easy technique. Adhere large chip alphas on the back of the cardstock (in reverse order and using your tape runner on the front of the letters.) Sand back with sandpaper fairly firmly. All done and as easy as that.

I used a kilt pin to hang the Heidi Swapp Verb Sticker (I left the backing on it) as a charm. There's a hint of green paint that I dry brushed from right to left and Marshmallow White Glimmermist which I ran across the page. Trying to get the 'arty' look to go with the Picasso title. lol. Looks more like a seagull with a tummy bug trademark.

spam

I've been spammed.

For the last 10 days or so I have a spam comment attaching itself to one particular post. So in order to combat it, I had enabled the 'comment verification' when you leave your comment. While that was active, no spam. I removed it yesterday to see if the spammer was sick of me yet. Alas no. I was hit again with the same comment on the same post yesterday.

I'll have a go taking the verification off in a week or so and see what happens. I may just end up removing that particular post. No great loss in the overall scheme of things.

So apologies to anyone leaving a comment for the extra step in order to do so. Its something that shits me off, but I have had to resort to it for the time being. Believe me, it wont be a permanent thing.

she scraps too.

I found some wired leaves in Spotlight a while back and twisted them into a vine for this one. Lots of stamping, a hint of glimmermist and the Prima bloom to finish it off.

i. adore. you.

This is a really pretty one. I often start with my 'tiff size' (8.5x12) and then add borders or have elements travelling off the page. All my LOs live in 12x12 albums so this is a really easy and eye catching trick.

Inspired by sf_gal over at gallery standouts ( link in my blog hopping list) but it ended up nothing really like it. LOL. But at least it gave me a non procrastinating start. (wink)

'tude photos

I tried a borrowed lens on for size today. So I set up my 'studio' where I normally have my clients and had Sean as my model to get an apples and apples comparison.

He loves his sunnies so that gave me the idea to have him give me 'attitude' looks. lol. he's such a natural.

loved the lens. I'm finding my 18-55mm a bit limiting. I think I may have outgrown it. I have been on ebay and a few shops tonight pricing up what I tried out today. Depending on where you go, the prices range from fair to downright scary. I'll be shopping around for sure.

A few of todays 'tude shots.

I know I am REALLY biased, but this last one, oooooh, you just get so inside his head. His eyes let you in.

He was a tad grotty on the face too. lol.

harvest moon

did anyone else see this last night. It was truly magnificent as it rose above the horizon, and then through a cloud bank..... it really is a harvest moon.

granny's birthday

My Mum's birthday yesterday. Sean and I skipped over to where she lives to deliver her present and Sean gave her some flowers.

'tis nice to see them just go gooey over each other.

awwww.

Your eyes are not decieving you, nor did I shoot the shot to emphasise the teacup. yes. it is a very large pink floral teacup.....potholder. she loved it.

training

a different look a things on this one!! the photo is back in April 2008. So he is well and truely out of those nappies now!!

what a morning.

What's better than an ice coffee first thing in the morning????

3 wonderful acceptances from Cassie, Australian Editor of Creating Keepsakes. Unfortunately I couldn't commit to one of them as it's already been contracted to a different magazine.

2 of them were from the E2C scrapathon at Karkoo where I scrapped 24hrs without a wink of sleep. I was on such a buzz.

Happy Dancing. I'll be skipping around all day now.

Of course I've had to remove them from display but the posts for them are
here
here
and here.

And congratulations to the lucky 10 scrappers who had phone calls yesterday and had the Master's crown placed on their heads. Apparently the Masters Edition of SM is coming out in January, not December as in previous years. Must be so excruciating for the lucky ones to keep thier ID secret for that much longer.

e2c 08

Well here's a blast from the past.

Another early attempt at templating the many photos of that wonderful first ever retreat. And damn it, I cried again when I read everyone's sentiments on the envelope. I am such a softie on the inside.

PS. for some reason the camera really spat it with the hot pink card stock and I couldn't get it past this ghastly shade. No matter, its the photos, the story and the memorabilia that's important.

winner of the studio shoot giveaway!!!!

using Random.org as the random number generator the lucky number is......
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21




and that awesomely lucky person is
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.drum roll please
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Elise.


wahu to you Elise. Congratulations chick. Please contact me via Facebook or phone or by email and we'll set up your hot date with the camera.

Thank you to each and everyone of you for taking the time to write the very uplifting comments. They all mean an awful lot to me. You have motivated me and reaffirmed that what I have set out to do is worthwhile. So thanks to you I have developed a passion into an occupation.

a couple of personal goals achieved and Photo Session give away!!

Not that I want to shout from the rooftops at all, but I have just reached a couple of personal goals.

• I have just had a LO accepted for SBT (UK). It does feel wonderful that someone else happens to like what I come up with.

I dont scrap for submission calls, and I certainly dont scrap just to get published. NOT AT ALL.

I scrap for me. If they like it - great! If they dont - tough. It was for me in the first place anyway, but it sure does give me warm fuzzies when I see that email drop into my inbox.

I've had to remove the LO, but the post for it is here.

• The other personal goal is I am about to shoot my 50th photo session. And wowsers, that number sure came up fast. I started taking photos a bit more seriously back in May I think (didnt keep a diary then, but I have to now LOL), and started taking client bookings after encouragement from a couple of good friends. In 6 short months I have reached this milestone. In no way am I a professional and I certainly do not claim to be so. I just really enjoy playing with kids and cameras.

To celebrate I would like to offer a


free family studio session.

That's right. A free studio sitting for you and your family.

***leave a comment with this post and I'll use a random number generator to select the winner. If you already have an upcoming session booked with me, still leave a comment as you just never know your luck.
I'll leave this open until Tuesday December 1st until 6pm. Please pass the word around so anyone who is interested gets a chance to leave a comment here. Then I'll announce who will be the lucky recipient.
You may like to have a look at my work on Facebook at Tiff Firth Photography, go thru the different albums and you'll get a feel of my style. Become a fan on my Facebook page or become a follower here on my blog.***

So good luck and check back here Tuesday night to see if your name came up.

His choice

Following on from the last post, I did ask Kym which photo dd he like. And he said none of them :o( , but he did choose this one has his fave. I asked him why and he said it showed him more personality. So I'll take that as a positive thing (I think) and leave it as that.

have a great weekend. And instead of staying cool, stay dry wont you LOL.

shmee

While waiting for a client to arrive I pulled out the remote control for the timer and had a play with some self portraits. I did have a few bummer shots (delete is a girls best friend) but managed to jag a couple that I am happy with. Of course I am my own worst critic, but none the less, I don't cringe too much with these two.

So, freckles and wrinkles and all, TA DA.

I really hope the one on right doesn't come across too vampy. I tried a come-hither look at the camera (so glad no one was there to see what other faces I was pulling). I forgot about the red top and black lace singlet that was covering my 'décolletage' lol.

ah well. I actually don't mind it. I should ask Kym for his opinion. LOL.

P+P+P+P

This stunning lady had a specific project in mind for this photo shoot. She's in the throes of making a 2010 calender for her family members and needed photos for it. So with everyone in stunning red and grey, I captured a swag of shots for her to choose from.

thanks guys and enjoy your sneak peek. more photos for your viewing pleasure at Tiff Firth Photography on Face Book

its offically....

...one month, 4 weeks or 30 days until Christmas Day.

Didn't that year just whiz by.....

So I would really like to wish you all a very happy festive season, stay safe, and lots of time spent with family and friends leading up to that big day.

Thank you for a wonderful blog year. Your encouragement and enthusiasm is AWESOME for moral and I appreciate it very very much.

Mwah.

coffee anyone??

just a couple of sneak peeks from a business photo-shoot. These, among others, are to be used on their upcoming web site. I will post the link when its constructed, up and running. Thanks to the owners, staff and some of their patrons who had their order photographed before they were able to get it. ;o)

latte praps??

mmmm. ice coffee for me please!!

and a sour dough roll to take home.

these ones are the 'popped' copies. Each client gets a choice of BW, Pop, sometimes a Sepia, sometimes a Vintage, a correctly exposed copy of the original and of course the original.

As I'm certainly not a professional by any means, I dont enforce copyright and I dont do the printing side of it. I just charge for my time, travel, the shoot and the processing. That way, in my mind, its affordable for everyone. And then the client saves by only printing what they really want. I have heard of quite a few canvas orders happening, which is so flattering.

With many thanks to you all
Tiff

Easter @ Coffin Bay - Sean

Had a bit of hybrid fun with this one. I still need the photos and the journaling to be centre stage without being overwhelmed by other stuff on the page. And I still wanted to draw the eye from left to right. The brush strip across the pages I think does that. Inspired by Jessica Sprague.

I think I like this one more than Annie's.

the details

Same journaling as Annie's, but this one is destined for Sean's album.

Easter @ Coffin Bay - Annie

Just to stretch myself a bit, and because there were so many photos from this weekend I doubled up on a double LO. So instead of being 2 pages, there's 4. I have some double hinged page protectors that I have put aside a while ago especially for this one. I really wanted the pages to be tied in together and to draw the eye from left to right, so I hope the strips of PP do that. Does it??
I haven't embellished overly much as I really want the focus to be on the journaling and the photos.

the details

not photographed especially well, but tough, tis done.

;o)

t

wheels

This one came together so quick.

muggy, smokey day today. I can hear the thunder outside so I'm about to turn the 'puter off in a tick.

have a great weekend.

;0)

pot of gold

We had a pretty ordinary day today. It wasn't too bad until about 11am when the wind kicked in. Then it was just crap.
I had Sean at the community pool at 1pm for his swim lesson and on the way into town for it, I was constantly scanning the horizon for smoke.
By 3.30p the sky had turned black and just had that ominous feel to it. Lots of thunderheads and then the lightening started. I reckon within 10 mins tops there was a fire. And it wasn't that far from home. Only 5 mins away as the grow flies but moving away from me. It was very close to Meredith's house and I would have been shit scared if i was her.
Kym took off like a bat out of hell with his fire fighting gear on the back of his bus. 3 bomber planes came in and they nailed it pretty quick. And thank goodness too. According to Kym it was getting a bit hairy there for a bit.
Just as the sun was going down he rang and asked me to come out there with the camera. On my way there I spotted this PINK rainbow in our eastern sky. It was just incredible. It stood up so high and it was so pink. I have never seen anything like it.

so at the end of this rainbow really was a pot of gold. albeit a field bin full of golden wheat.

And I tried to capture lightening. ha bloody ha. missed everyone of them. sigh. next time.

my man

This is his time of year whereby he reaps what he sows. Its in his blood, and I could never tear him away from it. He has great satisfaction seeing a crop in head waving gently in the breeze, seeing it feeding into the comb of the header and seeing full road-trains of it pull away from our farm on its way to the silos.

It is who he is. He is a farmer and I wouldn't change him for the world.

u r a tosser

Sean was a bit of a ratbag as far as tossing the toys around when he was little. So I hid in the bedroom one day with the camera and caught him red handed.

the details

Miss C, Miss C and Miss C

I had 3 little ladies come play with me today. It took a little while for Miss C (3) to warm up to me, but it's amazing what a yoyo biscuit can do. *wink* Thanks Mum, I really had fun with your girls today and enjoy your sneak peek.

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