Hello there


So I thought I'd make a blog so you can get to know me on a more personal level, after all, you need to feel completely comfortable with your photographer.

I'm married to an amazing man who supports me and all that I want to do in life, we went to high school together and I had a crush on him in year 7! We didn't fall in love till after school and although we are so different in so many ways, somehow, we are perfect together, Yin & Yang. We have a beautiful little boy, who has a smile that brightens the world and a wonderful boxer dog who just wants to be with us at all times. I have an amazing family and wonderful friends, all of whom I would do anything for and who I couldn't live without.

My passion in life (other than my family and friends) is my photography. I feel so privileged to be able to work in the industry I love so much and even more privileged to be chosen to take your photos and be a part of your special occasions. My passion for photography started when I was 16 and my Dad and I use to set up a dark room together. He taught me all about how a camera works and we had so much fun experimenting in the dark room that it soon became my passion and my career goal.

After high school I completed a BA in Photography at Charles Sturt University in Albury. In the 3 years I was at uni I learnt so much and I left uni more determined than ever to follow my dreams. One thing was certain, I wanted to take portrait photos, I loved getting to know a person through the lens of a camera and wanted to create natural, fun photos. I took my first wedding photos while at uni and slowly did more weddings through word of mouth. Nothing made me happier than photographing a wedding or doing a portrait photo shoot. After one wedding I came home on cloud nine, I hadn't been so happy in a long time and it was my husband that encouraged me to start a web site, advertise and really make a go of having my own business. Now here I am, still on cloud nine after every photo shoot and still loving what I do. The dark room in the laundry with my Dad is gone but my passion has only grown.

So some general trivia about me other than my passion for what I do - I love with all my heart, I love to watch a good chick flick with my girls, my favourite chocolates are malteesers and I love Italian food. I love summer for swimming and winter for skiing. I love to cuddle! Beautiful shoes and boots are my fashion weakness. My favourite sound in the world, is the sound of my son laughing, it brings a smile to my face and makes my heart leap. I'm at my happiest, the real me, with a camera in my hand or spending time with my loved ones (both is even better!)

Now you know a little more about me, feel free to say hi, I'd love to know more about you too, after all, it helps me take a photo that reflects the true you.

-xox-

Monday, September 27, 2010

Sarah & Graham's Wedding - 25th September 2010

What a beautiful day it was for a wedding and what a stunning couple. Sarah and Graham needed no coaching, they where so happy and so in love - they certainly didn't need to be told when to kiss. What a beautiful couple, so easy to work with and it was so wonderful to be a part of their wedding, I know they are going to be very happy.



Sarah looked absolutely stunning in her dress.

The ceremony was beautiful and Sarah and Graham looked so happy and so in love, it touched my heart. It was so great to be a part of their special day.























We started off the photos right outside the church. It was such a beautiful spot.

















It was such a lovely day in Jamberoo. Sarah and Graham where so easy to photograph, you can tell they just adore each other.










We headed down to Kiama for some photos. They did the dip so well - and it's not easy.










Last stop before the reception was Killalea. The sun even came out from behind the clouds for us.












The stunning Sarah.

Thank you Sarah and Graham, it was so great to be a part of your wedding day.

-xox-




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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Sascha & Jacob's Pre-Wedding photo shoot

Sascha & Jacob are getting married this November so we went out for a fun pre-wedding photo shoot at the beach with their beautiful dog, Saba. It was a stunning day and we had so much fun, Sascha couldn't stop laughing and it resulted in some really great photos. The photos are going to make a great guest book for their friends and family to sign.
Thanks guys for such a fun Saturday afternoon.
-xox-




We started off with some phots at their beautiful home before heading down to the beach. Their dogs is so beautiful, look at that shinning coat! It won't be that clean for long!



I love the black and white below - they are such a happy and in love couple.















































Sascha just couldn't stop laughing here - but that was great for me as she has such a beautiful smile.











See what I mean, Saba is a little sandy now but boy did she have fun!











This old boyler has been washed up and with the low tide we could get close to it and really check it out. It was great for the photos although Sascha jeans got a little wet while there - sorry.






















Saba looks like she's on the look out while Sascha and Jacob have a little kiss.
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Sunday, September 5, 2010

Welcome to Aleah's Lens

So here it is, my first posting on my new Blog! I'm so excited to be able to share my work with you as it comes and to be able to communicate on a more personal level. So to start with I thought I'd just share some general photos to get it all started...






















A special thanks to all my Brides & Grooms, it was a blessing to be a part of your special day. I just love going to weddings and seeing the different personalities of the couples being portrayed through the way they celebrate their marriage. I want to capture the energy and personality of the day to last forever.





















I love to watch the connection between a couple, what makes them work so well together, how they laugh together and the little things that are special to them.







I love to watch the look on the grooms face as the bride comes down the isle - that look that says 'wow, I can't believe I'm so lucky, I love her so much'. I love to see the love and adoration on the brides face as she looks into the eyes of her new husband. The look of happiness they both portray on their special day, a day to mark the start of their married life and all the wonderful memories that they will create in that time. I want to capture the first of those memories, memories that will last forever.




Amanda on the left had fun getting wet on her trash the dress day and I had so much fun! Don't worry girls - dry cleaning fixes everthing! The result of the day though - fun, carefree, beautiful photos. And don't forget that you get to wear that stunning dress again! Amanda and I had so much fun on this shoot and it was a really hot day so she was happy to get in the water and relax and her beautiful dress just floated in the water like something out of a dream








I just love taking family photos - especially new born photos, they are just so adorable. The ones on the right are my precious boy - I couldn't help myself!








To the left, the beautiful Marysol, Craig and Jayden. Thank you so much for allowing me to capture so many special occasions in your life - your pre-wedding photos, wedding photos, pregnancy photos, new born photos and christening photos! You are beautiful people and I can't wait to take more photos for you.




I want to take this opportunity to give a big thanks to all my supportive family and friends - I wouldn't be where I am today without you. My wonderful supportive husband who gave me the confidence to do what I love. My Mum who is also my best friend, thank you for your time, opinions and support. Thank you to the rest of my wonderful family for your help and support and of course my girlfriends who are always there for me. I love you all.

And of course, thanks to those of you reading this. I hope you enjoy my work and I would love to meet you and have to opportunity to be a part of your special occasions and capture them for you too.

-xox-
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