Woods Family

When I first received the e-mail to book this family session in, I knew that I would always have a very special place in my heart for this family.  The "Mum" was my kinda-mum - friendly, warm and what totally floored me was....she read my blog.  This still surprises me when people tell me they read it!!

So, when I went to spend my Sunday morning with the three most gorgeous children I have ever met - well that is when I declared that it isn't work that I do.  In these situations, it was purely being able to have the priviledge to watch the true magic of childhood between these darling siblings. 

I can't wait to watch them grow and blossom into beautiful adults. 

But for the meantime, I will share with you a small collection from their session with me.

Much Love  X 

Bush Christmas Mini-Shoots

It was months of organising. 

But an afternoon of success.

A huge thank you to all the families who travelled to be part of Dalli's "Bush Christmas" Mini-Sessions.  You all fought the flies, battled the heat and endured the prickles.

The photos really speak for themselves.

 

Thank you all so much.  X

Endless...

My blog has been neglected.  Life has been hectic.  Always an excuse....I know. 

But this is why it has been busy.....

Cake smashes, new babies, beautiful families - the list is endless! 

{Photoshoot} - Beautiful Mary

The ever so beautiful,

ever so delightful,

Mary.



Out of Macie's mouth....

I don't think anything can be as funny as the phrases that are coming out of Macie's mouth at the moment.  She has us in absolute stitches most days and we have to continuously remind ourselves that we have a little parrot that is listening to our E.V.E.R.Y word!

Some of the beauties at the moment.....

When Willy is crying...."It's alright buddy - no crying mate, it'll be OK.  Where's your happy face?  Do I need to help you find it?"...

When Willy is smiling...."Oh look at that Mummy - he is smiling!  Oh aren't you just a darling William!"

"GEDDDOWN"....when the bloody dogs are barking!

"COME ON CHOOKIES"....trying to get the chooks (who think they are dogs) to play with her.

"I'm SO Happy right now" after we had a special takeaway picnic to watch the fireworks at the show.

Heath was home the other day so I took full advantage and went and had a long shower, washed my hair and then straightened it.  I came out of the bedroom and she said "Oh Mummy - you look so beautiful".  Then later on in the morning, I placed my hair up into a ponytail.  Next thing I have Macie running up to me saying "Put your hair out Mummy - it looks so beautiful down!". 

When asked if she has thanked her Daddy she says "Oh Thanks BABE".....I call Heath "Babe"....oh dear!  She proceeded to say "Thanks Babe" to her Great-Grandma the other day.  Eek!

When she smells that Willy has a pooey bum....she will hold her nose and say "THAT'S DISGUSTING WILLIAM!"

If she spots Heath or I with anything in our mouths she will say "Get that out of your mouth right now!  What happens if you swallow it?  It will make your belly go "Ow"!!!". 

and the latest one is....

"I'M HUNGRY"....and she says this all day long!

She makes us laugh, scream, smile and cry - but at the end of the day, she is the most beautiful, delightful, clever and loving little girl that we are so proud to call our daughter.  What a priviledge to watch this little girl grow. 

**  All photos are of "Farmer Macie" who wants to spend her days on the tractor with her Daddy planting the wheat.  She waited by the window yesterday afternoon until he came to pick her up and then spent hours with him.  Seriously special memories. **

Supermoon last night!!  

Old-Fashion Fun

I woke up with the blues today.  I had the tears to match and I couldn't seem to find the sunshine in my day or the spring in my step. 

And then Heath came home and declared that he was taking us all to the Show...he knew it would fill my heart up with whatever was missing....
...and he was right.  It was such a magical few hours as a family - no tears, no tantrums and just plain old-fashioned fun!  These are the kind of afternoons where it makes all worth it.  X

Behind the Scenes....

Have you ever wondered what a photoshoot looks like behind the camera?  Before I started taking photos, I totally underestimated the time that goes into something like this.  The research, the organising and the planning....

Late nights madly painting props and praying that they dry in time....

Please ignore the state of my laundry.  The washing, folding and any other kind of domestic duties were neglected! 

I changed locations at the last minute and all my little models coped with the long grass and open paddocks perfectly fine.....thanks to their trusty gumboots and their beautiful mums! 

This mum here....she is amazeballs.  She is seriously such a fantastic friend and has officially been hired as my right-hand man (she likes to have a title!) when I make it big.  Along with bringing her two children, she also bought camping chairs, bubbles, toys, food and most importantly, CHAMPAGNE!  I think she deserves a big fat raise! ;)

There were prams, babies, bubbles, popcorn, toys and most importantly, the Mums keeping these delightful kids entertained!!  They most certainly earnt their drink....and I feel like my friendship glass is seriously overflowing.  I am so lucky to have these wonderful women in my life who I call friends.  Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.  X

{Photoshoot} Gorgeous Gorgeous Girls

Before Christmas, I had the pleasure of capturing the beauty of these gorgeous girls.  I have had to keep them under lock & key until canvas' were printed and given as gifts so I am so happy that I am able to share these gorgeous girls with you. 

There is nothing more rewarding to visit these gorgeous girls and see my photography on a big canvas on their wall!! 

Enjoy!

I am itching to get back behind the camera and slowly going to be taking bookings over the next few months as William settles into life at the cottage.  To make a booking for a photo shoot - please don't hestiate to contact me via e-mail at hannah@dallicottage.com.au.  X