Fiona Carson Photography

I have MOVED!

2009-02-21T14:50:00.002+10:00

Well the Fiona Carson Photography blog has anyway! I decided it was time to upgrade, so that's exactly what I have spent the last 24 hours doing! You can find the new "me" at www.fionacarsonphotography.com.au/blog

Please ensure you update your bookmarks, records, etc etc. And I do love a comment, so feel free to let me know exactly what you think of my new blog!!!

Oliver | Brisbane Newborn Photography

2009-02-19T18:31:00.002+10:00

I am late in getting this sneak peek up for Rachael and Martin, so I won't delay and will just post the photos of the gorgeous Oliver!

Little Luca | Brisbane Newborn Photographer

2009-02-14T19:49:00.005+10:00

This gorgeous little thing is the result of those pool photos I took a few weeks back! Little Luca was in a bit of a hurry to enter this world, and couldn't wait for mum's cesearean, so he is actually 11 days old here instead of the expected 10 days old!

Zoe had me freaking out, telling me that he is awake for hours at a time, and hates being nude - when to get these gorgeous, squishy, newborn photos we need them to be naked, and sleepy! Well, Luca proved Zoe wrong....as he slept wonderfully, and didn't seem to mind being naked at all!

Zoe and Paul, thanks so much for trusting me to try the "sling" photo! It was definitely worth it! He's so gorgeous, enjoy every cuddle and I can't wait to see you for his 6 month photos!

Victoria Bushfires

2009-02-11T20:07:00.004+10:00

I'm not good with words, so suffice to say I have been horrified by the magnitude of devastation caused by these terrible bushfires. Australia has seen nothing like it, and hopefully we never will again.

Along with many other wonderful photographers, I have been inspired by the wonderful Kris Leigh to do something to help out those who have been affected by this terrible bushfires. For all bookings made in February (from 11th Feb, to last day of Feb), I will be donating the 30% deposit to those families devastated by this tragedy. To help out, please donate your 30% deposit on your chosen package fee to the Australian Red Cross via the Secure Online Form and email me the electronic receipt (to fiona@fionacarsonphotography) and we can book your session in. Alternatively, just contact me to ensure the date you want is available, and then we can organise for the deposit to be donated to Red Cross.

Remember that the bigger the package you choose, the bigger the donation to these poor families, so please, let's get together to help out as much as we can.

Little Cody | Brisbane and Sunshine Coast Newborn Photographer

2009-02-01T22:01:00.003+10:00

Remember Stacey and Aaron? Well, this is their gorgeous new bundle of joy! Little Cody wasn't too keen on sleeping for me today, but with a little patience and I whole lot of rocking, we got him off to sleep! I'm sure my arms will be feeling it tomorrow though!

Enjoy your sneak peek guys, and I'll be in contact soon. Kisses for Cody!

Beautiful Beach Babes | Brisbane and Ballina Family Photographer

2009-01-28T11:13:00.004+10:00

This client took me on a road trip down to Ballina for this amazing beach session, and although it was a long day, we had such a great time! I took my sister (aka, resident babysitter) and my two boys for the trip, and they fell in love with this beach as well. Everything was just so gorgeous, especially since we had come from pouring rain in Brisbane to this stunning weather!

And can I tell you how cooperative these kids were? I don't think I've had kids this young be such willing participants for me EVER! Might have helped that mum had some enormous lollipops that she was using as bribery!

Thanks so much Kylie for introducing me to your gorgeous family, and this gorgeous part of the world. Enjoy your sneak peek and I'll be in touch soon.

Meet the gorgeous Tate

And Allie

Sneak Peek for Zoe and Paul | Brisbane Maternity Photographer

2009-01-25T08:44:00.002+10:00

My goodness I wish I looked this good pregnant......Zoe has merely a week and a bit to go before she has her baby, and look at her! She looks amazing! I absolutely love it when a client goes along with anything you want too.....including hopping in a pair of bikinis and jumping in the pool for me!!!!

These guys are such a wonderful couple - and will make the most amazing parents to their little baby. Paul bought my 12 month Bump to Bubba package for Zoe for Christmas, and trust me when I say this isn't the sweetest thing he's done (eg planning an overseas wedding all on his own - pretty amazing if you ask me!!!!).

Enjoy your images, guys, and I can't wait to see you in a few weeks' time!

New Look Website

2009-01-22T12:41:00.002+10:00

Well, this has taken me longer than usual (but between Christmas, New Year, and a kid who put us in hospital for the better part of a week, I'm a bit behind!), but finally I have updated my website.

Please go and check out the new look website and let me know what you think!

I now have a shopping cart added on which basically means that you can put any photos from your Private Gallery into the shopping cart, and that sends me through your order - instead of having to email it to me. I haven't had a chance to play with this feature as yet, so if any clients have any trouble with it, please don't hesitate to let me know.

Please let me know if you have any comments or criticisms at all on the new look - I love to hear what you think.

A Happy Little Family | Brisbane Maternity and Family Photographer

2009-01-18T20:21:00.002+10:00

I met up with Rachael, Martin and the adorable little Noah at one of my favourite locations, Shorncliffe Pier, for Rachael's maternity session. She only has 3 weeks to go, yet looks much better than I did at halfway through either of my pregnancies! I can't wait to photograph their gorgeous, little newborn in a few weeks time.....and I wish her luck with Noah and a newborn because Noah is one active little monkey!!!

This is my fav I think.....

Enjoy your sneak peek, guys and I'll see you in a few weeks time!

Summer's 6 month shoot | Brisbane Family and Baby Photographer

2009-01-17T18:21:00.003+10:00

Gosh time flies, doesn't it? It just seems like the other day I was doing this little cutie's newborn shoot! And she's gone and turned 6 months old already!!! I adore her big, blue eyes....and this was the last chance for some big, gummy smiles, as she cut her first tooth last night!

I can't tell you how much I adore this photo - and I so wanted to bring this adorable little bonnet home with me! This was Summer's christening bonnet.

We had to take the basket back to this area - hasn't she grown?

I love when babies do that whole "flying" thing!

I know this is a strange one to post, but I want my clients to remember EVERY bit of their kids. My son used to do this thing with his lip when he was sad, and I so wish I had a photo of it, cos I can't really remember exactly what it was like. Our kids aren't totally happy all the time, so why don't we cherish the photos of them when they are sad too?

Kate and Dan, enjoy your sneak peek and I'll be in touch soon!

Happy New Year - NOT!

2009-01-13T22:26:00.002+10:00

I have to send big apologies to all current clients of Fiona Carson Photography. I am very behind in things at the moment, but I do have a good excuse (that doesn't involve pure indulgence from Christmas and the New Year!). Last week my son had a 6+ minute seizure, and we ended up in hospital for a few hours. The next day he ended up having 5 more seizures, and we've been in hospital ever since. To cut a long story short, we still aren't sure what was causing the seizures, but some initial tests have ruled out epilepsy. He's fighting a respiratory infection (which may have something to do with it), so once he's over that, we can start weaning him off the anti-convulsive medication and see what happens.

In any case, this has taken up my every waking moment for the past week...so I'm so sorry if you are due a photo order, or if I haven't uploaded your gallery to my website or if I just haven't gotten around to respond to your email. Please accept my sincerest apologies, and I promise I will get around to everything very soon - but for now, poor little Max must be my first priority, as I'm sure you can understand.

Thanks for your understanding, and I look forward to getting back into the swing of things soon!

The Gorgeous McPhillips Family | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-12-27T21:17:00.004+10:00

Lisa contacted me a few weeks ago about doing a family session while everyone was home for Christmas - and being such a wonderfully good looking family, it made my afternoon a breeze! These guys have spent 16 odd years in this house, and now that the last of the kids is about to move out, they are building a smaller house - but wanted some nice family photos done prior to selling this one. The house was so amazing, I really hope I've done it justice.

Thanks guys for a fantastic afternoon and I hope you found the possum! Enjoy your sneak peek and I'll be in touch soon with your gallery.

See how gorgeous they all are - so lovely AND so photogenic. It's criminal really.

The artwork in this house just blew me away - this is the kind of place I want when I grow up!

Stace and Aaron

2008-12-22T21:12:00.003+10:00

I have known Stacey for a very long time - her big sister is one of my oldest and dearest friends, so it was a joy and honour to be photographing her and Aaron at this very special time in their lives.

They've most likely been waiting for these photos (so, so sorry for the delay - 5 boys, and 6 adults in one house, all ready for christmas, is a little chaotic to say the least!!!), so I'll just get straight into it.

I adore this image - I love how much love I've captured. My fave for sure

Also love the wind caught in Stacey's hair in this one

It started raining in the first 10mins of our session...soon stopped thank god, but not before Stace caught a few rain drops on that gorgeous belly!

Good luck, guys, and hopefully I'll see you sooner rather than later!!

Curly Hannah | Brisbane Newborn Photographer

2008-12-13T15:38:00.008+10:00

Oh how I love it when I get a gorgeous, squishy baby that will curl up into the tightest balls possible! I actually thought I might have had trouble curling her up as she was over 9lb born, but nope - the gorgeous little Hannah was one of the curliest babies I've ever photographed! I have so many favourites from this session that I had trouble picking just a handful!

Terri and Steve - she is so adorable! I'm sorry my sneak peek is delayed, but enjoy and I'll talk to you soon!

My fave

New Baby Boy | Brisbane Newborn and Family Photographer

2008-12-07T18:57:00.002+10:00

Meet the adorable little Hamish. He is perfectly well behaved, with a mother who worries that he sleeps TOO much!!! Wouldn't we all love one of him?

The gorgeous family

Hamish's adorable big sister, Kate. I love this little gal! And man, oh man, I WANT her cubby!

4 Generations | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-12-04T21:49:00.003+10:00

Firstly, my apologies to Marita and family for this sneak peek being so late. After a lovely (but late) night at Cirque De Soleil last night, I've been a bit weary today!

These guys are on holiday in Brisbane at the moment and contacted me to capture 4 Generations of Gorgeous Gals all in the one spot! We took a stroll around the Botannical Gardens in the city and captured some lovely images of the girls (plus Jason!).

My apologies for this being so late, and I hope you didn't miss out on Andre last night - I heard there was an evacuation? Enjoy your sneak peek and I'll catch up with you soon.

Hannah Part 2 | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-12-01T14:11:00.003+10:00

Remember this little gal? We were back for part 2 of Hannah's first b'day session (it was definitely the day for first b'day sessions yesterday!). This time, no storm in sight, so our session went off without a hitch.

The Botannical Gardens at Toowong is such a spectacular backdrop for photos. If you haven't been for years - go take a look, it's just magical.

Fleur and Richard, thanks for coming back for some more photos, and a big thanks to Hannah for being such a good girl for us! Enjoy, and I'll talk to you soon.

A few of the family

Hannah and Mum. Love this one.

Daddy's girl. Those eyes!

You wouldn't believe the mozzies that were around here - somehow Hannah remained unscathed (unlike myself!)

Won't be long till she's walking full time!

Happy Birthday Luca Rose | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-12-01T13:51:00.003+10:00

Luca's first birthday party was my first session for yesterday - and after a huge nap in the morning, Luca was happy and ready to socialise like any little princess on her birthday!

Joe and Emma, thanks for a wonderful morning. Luca is absolutely adorable, and it was evident that all her friends and family think so too!

This cake was SO good. I'm definitely getting one like this for my next b'day!

Such a stunning family

Luca and her ballons!

The gorgeous birthday gal!

PSP Trash the Dress Photography Session

2008-11-24T07:20:00.003+10:00

I think I have forgotten to mention on here that I'm going to be helping out with some photography classes for Point Shoot Play. Take a look at the website and if you are interested in signing up for some classes, please do!

Point Shoot Play are so excited to be holding (with a few fabulous local photographers, see below) a Trash The Dress Mini Session on Wednesday 10th December. Location, time and possible cost to be confirmed (will be late afternoon). Numbers will be limited. For more information, please email or call Mel on 0400 750 567.

- Rachel Richter
- Andrea Thompson
- Me!
- Sara Pearcy (pregnancy permitting!)

I've also invited my good friend Bec along too.

So if you are interested in coming along for the fun and have a formal, wedding or special dress you'd love to be photographed in, get in contact with Mel (on the above email or phone number) and consider joining us!! It's going to be a blast!!

Twins + 1 | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-11-23T22:37:00.003+10:00

Today's family session was with twins, Cooper and Olivia and 2 year old, sassy Ellen (and their mum and dad of course!!!). Ellen was hilarious - she didn't want a bar of me until right at the end of the session, and she has the BEST deathstare I've ever seen on a 2 year old!!!! I love a bit of spunk in a kid, so I thought she was the bees knees. Cooper and Olivia were adorable and up for anything (as long as it included lollipops of course!). Twins always facinate me - I love to see them interact together.

I had a great time with these 3, running around in leaves, doing some jumping, and then a play at the park.

The Family:

Olivia and Mum, love this one:

Cooper and Olivia:

The girls:

This cracks me up!

This one's from before she got sick of me!

Sweet Olivia

Cooper

Thanks guys for a great afternoon (and sorry for my son who seemed to be glued to my hip - he normally doesn't come near me when I'm at "work"!!!). Enjoy your sneak peek and I'll talk to you soon!

New Year Price Increase

2008-11-19T22:03:00.003+10:00

Just letting my prospective clients know that as of 1st January 2009, the prices for my packages are going to increase. If you want to get in at the cheaper prices, book now for your 2009 photo shoot, and the old prices will hold!

And what's a post without photos, so here's my 2 adorable boys (with Aunty Nat)!!

Part 1 of Hannah's B'day Sesson | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-11-16T20:37:00.002+10:00

Well, you'll be seeing a little more of this gorgeous, little thing as our session got cut very short today with a huge storm! Thank god we didn't get stuck in the middle of it (unlike my husband and 2 boys!), and were able to find some shelter in time, because that rain was torrential!

So, just 3 photos for today, but look for Hannah in a few weeks time!

Seriously, aren't these eyes a photographer's dream? I swear I nearly giggled like a school girl when I spotted those peepers!

I love this look Hannah is giving me - like she's not too sure of me, but also intrigued at the same time.

Yes, another one of these shots, I can't help myself!

Look forward to seeing you guys again in a few weeks' time!

One Big, Gorgeous Family | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-11-16T08:55:00.002+10:00

I've known these guys for many years (we've shared way too many rums too in my younger, less responsible days!), so it was a honour to be asked to take photos for them. This session was a lot of fun, and I just love doing sessions at Shorncliffe Pier. It's such a perfect backdrop. Now, I'll just go straight into the photos, cos I know everyone is waiting to see their sneak peek!

First off the rank was little Molly. She is so adorable, and I know for a fact that my husband wants to swap her for one of our boys!

And little Thomas - lordy, look at those eyes!

The family:

And the gorgeous Ari - don't you just want to kiss these cheeks?

David and Nai sure wanted to kiss those cheeks, but not sure if Ari was fussed to be honest!

John and Sam - love this one

Beth and Mick - love this one too, def a fav. But I can't decide if I want to keep the lamp post in or not - what do you think?

Everyone.

Enjoy guys, and I'll catch up with you soon!

Charmaine, Anthony and Kids | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-11-09T21:19:00.005+10:00

I turned up to today's session rearing to go - I LOVE newborn sessions. Unfortunately, I had forgotten my beanbag to put this gorgeous newborn in....I swear I could be marketing myself as Brisbane's Ditziest Photographer at the moment! Remember that session a few months back where I left the camera battery at home on the recharger? Yeah, haven't done that one again! Bet I don't leave my beanbag home again now either!!!!

In any case, Charmaine and Anthony were very forgiving, and after a quick trip to the shops for a new one, I was back and rearing to go. Again.

I got some gorgeous photos of the kids and some of the whole family that I ADORE! So, I'll just get straight onto it. Anthony and Charmaine, thank you for a wonderful afternoon. I hope Kai is ok and doesn't get sick afterall. Talk to you soon.

I have been blessed this year with my newborns - perfectly sleepy and oh so adorable - this little guy was no exception!

The boys:

Proud Big Sister and Big Brother

What a gorgeous family

Another fav:

Sneak Peek for Loz | Brisbane Maternity Photographer

2008-11-09T08:22:00.005+10:00

Well after finding the perfect location for Loz's maternity photos (we've been on the hunt for months!), we got there, and as soon as we stepped out of the car, the heavens opened up! So, unfortunately we only got about 10mins worth of photos....how disappointing! Hopefully we might get a chance for some more though - otherwise we'll be taking Loz's newborn back here for his photos!!!!!

Sorry for making you trek all the way over here, Loz - hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

Elijah wasn't too keen on getting paint on his hand, so had to use the paintbrush, lol!

I think I mucked around with this one too much - can't decide if I like it or not!

Check out the storm clouds!

Doesn't she look fantastic? Can't believe she's due in 2 weeks!

Sneak Peek for Jorge and Ana | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-11-03T10:04:00.002+10:00

I had the most amazing session yesterday with this gorgeous family. These guys have had a pretty rough year, but you wouldn't know it - the love and connection between them all is wonderful to see. I am still amazed that a house of 5 kids can be anything but chaos, but this was anything but! Sure, it was a little busy, but the kids were gorgeous, and polite, and pretty much everything that my kids aren't! My sister said that maybe I need more kids....but I'm not testing that theory!!!!

We managed a lot in this session - all the kids wanted me to photograph them doing different things, and then we got some gorgeous family photos, and then Jorge surprised Ana with a reenactment of the Pride and Prejudice scene - all those Mr Darcy fans will know it when they see the photos!

So, my apologies for the number of photos here - but I had to show them all!!

Jorge and Ana, thank you again for such a lovely afternoon - I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

The kids - check out all those eyelashes!

The girls - gorgeous, aren't they?

The boys - did you hear a call for help? Never fear - we have FOUR super heroes here!

How much fun is this family?

Ana and Jorge:

THE Mr Darcy scene! Isn't it just the sweetest thing in the world?

I think Ana liked it, don't you?

Ok, I could go on and on, as this was such a wonderful session, but I'd best stop here!

Two Little Boys | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-11-01T21:04:00.002+10:00

I had the pleasure of photographing a very good friend of mine and her family today. Erin and I went to school together many moons ago! Her two boys are a little older than my two, and they actually seem to be quite similar. Although I think hers are a little better behaved - best get some tips for how to deal with my monkeys!

Erin and Wade, thanks for showing me a new spot for photos, and enjoy your sneak peek!

Aren't those curls amazing? Xavier is an adorable, crazy little thing!

Hunter is a bit quieter - but once he was comfortable with me (or once I started tickling him), he gave me some gorgeous smiles!

After some lollipops, we had to keep them still somehow!

Runaway Child!!

I LOVE this one! Just a bit gutted that the sun disappeared on us..although we probably wouldn't have gotten that blue/grey sky behind otherwise!

Canon Photo5 Entries | Brisbane Photographer

2008-10-27T07:44:00.002+10:00

Canon this year have a competition called the Photo5 competition. I entered last year, and although got nowhere, really enjoyed the process, so decided to enter in again this year. The idea is basically that anyone who registers gets sent a box with 5 items in it. You can do whatever you like to those items, but you take a photo of each item - it's a creativity competition basically.

The 5 items this year were a cocktail umbrella, a crayon, a tealight, a red ribbon and a container of bubble mixture.

These are my entries - wish me luck!!

The red ribbon:

The tealight:

The cocktail umbrella:

The crayon:

The bubble mixture:

Teenage Boys | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-10-19T20:10:00.003+10:00

Well, I caught a glimpse into my future today! Jan and Bruce have 3 teenage sons, Cameron, Jack and Ryan. I figured that this shoot would be a breeze, but didn't account for the whole teenage package! I had my work cut out for me trying to get these boys to smile for me!!!!

Enjoy your sneak peek guys, and I hope all boys are accounted for after today!

The whole family

Jan kept going on about how unphotogenic she is - I think she looks pretty damn good here, don't you think?

Bruce looks so cheeky, doesn't he?

The boys:

Thanks guys for the laughs and I'll talk to you soon

Tagged | Brisbane Photographer

2008-10-17T17:50:00.003+10:00

I was “tagged” by one of my favorites photographers, Sonia

1. Post the rules on your blog.
2. Write 7 random things about yourself.
3. Tag 7 people at the end of your post.
4. Pass on the tag.

1. I had a brother who died when my mum was pregnant with me - I often feel like he's been the one up there looking out for me as anything I've ever done has just fallen into place somehow. I love that I have my own guardian angel.

2. I have 3 sisters and we aren't really alike in looks or personality but we are extremely close.

3. I always wanted a kid with a cool name...and I've ended up with a Samuel and a Maxwell - far more conservative than I ever thought!

4. I live in Havaianas thongs. I wish I could wear them when I photograph weddings.

5. I rarely wear dresses. I'm a jeans gal.

6. I want to donate my eggs to less fortunate couples, but I only have a few months in which to do it.

7. leading on from #6 - I'm almost 35. That's almost mid-thirties. When am I supposed to feel grown up?

I tag: Cas, LK, Gemma, Robyn, Suse, Kate

And to finish up, a photo of my youngest, with his Granny. Granny and Poppa are on holiday here from South Africa, and they hadn't met Max before this trip. I think he's won them over for sure....

Christmas Bookings | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-10-16T12:56:00.003+10:00

I have just been going through my diary - and realised how close it is to Christmas! I currently only have about 2 spots left for the year - so if you want to get some lovely, candid portraits done in time for Christmas, pop me through an email to fiona@fionacarsonphotography.com.au now!

Playing Catch Up | Brisbane Newborn Photographer

2008-10-11T08:19:00.005+10:00

I really have to apologise to those clients who are waiting on orders, or their galleries....after things being so chaotic with our move, I've just had a lovely relaxing week on the sunshine coast with family! So please accept my apologies, but know that I'm feeling way more relaxed and carefree again!!!

So, I need to play catchup here. I've had a fun session with my sister, the "rock chick", and a semi-newborn session (7 weeks old and oh so chubby!!!), as well as a wedding with my wonderful business partner, Bec, who is the Hall side of Carson Hall Photography!

So, to save me attempting 3 different posts, I'll just put a few photos from each shoot here for you.

First up, my gorgeous sister:

And just one or two from the wedding - go check out our Carson Hall blog for more!

And finally, little Chloe. I was supposed to photograph this little chunky monkey just after she was born, but she decided to arrive early, and then I couldn't get to the sunshine coast (after a car accident took my car from me for 2 weeks), and then with our move...in any case, here she is at almost 7 weeks. God I just adore those rolls, don't you?

Phew, this may just have been the biggest post I've ever made, so well done if you have made it all the way through. Hopefully I'll be keeping on top of things from now on!

I'm baaaaaaccccccckkkkkkkkkkk!

2008-10-03T20:56:00.002+10:00

Finally I am back online. Back in the real world. Connected. Finally.

Actually, I didn't miss having the internet nearly as much as I thought I would. Probably didn't help that my kids and I were sick, and we were packing, moving and packing some more and then cleaning, cleaning, cleaning...so who really had time for the internet???

But in any case, we are back in business and ready to set this office up so it doesn't anywhere near resemble the chaotic mess that it was before we moved!

We are enjoying discovering new things in the area - and the boys are LOVING having a park with heaps of ducks to feed so close.

Feeding the ducks:

Hanging out together:

Sambo:

Maximo - please excuse the Sideshow Bob hair - we really, really need to cut it!

Sneak Peek for Kelly

2008-09-20T22:10:00.002+10:00

I photographed a gorgeous family today. We ducked over the park over from their house - the scenery was gorgeous. This is actually not too far from our new house, so I may have to come back with my own boys for photos when I get a chance!

First up, we have Big Sister Mia - this little one kept me on my toes. But check out those eyes - WOW!

Apparently she's a daddy's girl - and she sure looks like she's comfy here in daddy's lap

And this is baby brother Riley - I think the eyes run the family, don't you?

A quick powernap to get him through the session - hey, it's hard work being so gorgeous!

The family:

And Kelly with her little sister, Megan - enjoy your school holidays Megan!

Thanks guys for a great afternoon. Kelly, I hope you enjoy your sneak peek, and that I haven't kept you up too late waiting for them!

Smile for Centro!

2008-09-17T07:58:00.002+10:00

I have been lucky enough to have one of my photos chosen as a finalist in the Smile for Centro Competition. My photo is displayed in the Toombul Centro store - so if you are in the area, please go and check it out! Keep your fingers crossed for me!

This is the photo that made it in - doesn't she make you smile?

Sneak Peek for Kel | Brisbane Family Photographer

2008-09-14T20:51:00.005+10:00

My friend Kel, emailed me months ago to organise a photo shoot for her family when she was home from the UK on holiday. Kel kinda grew up as part of our family, so it was nice to do this for her. I made the guys walk and walk and walk to many different places in my own neighbourhood - and don't think I'm kidding when I tell you that Angus didn't stop for a breath the whole way! He was so cute, and oh. so. very. chatty!

We started here at my favourite teal roller door!

Stopped by this cool building - I love reflection shots!

Stopped in the middle of the road for this shot:

Stopped at this cool stump after feeding the cows

Made the kids have a jump (hey, I guess Angus did stop talking for a few seconds!!!):

And I damn near peed my pants at the girls getting the boys up in this tree. Oh my goodness, it was hilarious! Can you tell they are actually grimacing here, and not smiling?

And Kel....this ones for you, hon!

Thanks guys for a hilarious afternoon!

Sneak Peek, Little M | Brisbane Newborn Photographer

2008-09-13T20:07:00.003+10:00

Goodness this little guy was so good to me - easy to settle, no tears, pretty much slept for me the whole time I was there! I think this was the quickest newborn session I've ever had! Normally I give myself a minimum of 3 hours for a newborn session....and with this little guy, I was on my way home less than 3 hours after I got there! He is so absolutely adorable. Lesa, enjoy your sneak peek, and I'll catch up with you soon. Good luck with the move!

Moving House!

2008-09-10T12:21:00.003+10:00

Just wanted to let my previous and future clients now that I am in the process of moving house. I finally sweet talked my husband enough and he's agreed that we need a 4 bedroom house so I can have my own office - YYYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!

HOWEVER.....I know that this will somehow interrupt my business unfortunately. I have no idea how long I'll be without internet, nor do I know if I will even be able to get the same optus email address. So, for now, please, please, please email me on my fiona@fionacarsonphotography.com.au email. I will get that one forwarded to an email address that I will be able to access.

Now....wish me luck. Packing house with 2 little boys "helping" is NOT FUN!!!!! Cute, they may be - but helpers? HELL NO!!!!!

Little A

2008-08-31T19:18:00.011+10:00

I got to photograph the adorable Miss A today - and this was seriously the best and quickest shoot to date - we were done within an hour! She is a gorgeous little 1 year old, and if you've ever tried to photograph a 1 year old....well, often it's about as easy as nailing jelly to a wall. But nuh uh, not this little sweetie - she was more than happy to give me plenty of eye contact, she didn't run away from me, and although we didn't get heaps of smiles, there wasn't any crying either!

Lauren and Shane - enjoy your sneak peek - she is absolutely adorable! Talk to you soon.

First up, seriously, how cute are these shoes? I want a pair for myself!

Christmas is Coming!

2008-08-29T16:52:00.002+10:00

and I'm booking out quickly. If you want to use some photos as christmas presents, I need your session done and dusted, and your orders to me by very early December - and I'm currently taking bookings for November now....so get in quick so you don't miss out!

And while you are thinking about a booking....how about you help me out with some ideas for different christmas packages you might like. Just pop me an email or make a comment here - for every client that makes a christmas booking, and has informed me of what they would like to see included in a christmas package, I'll chuck in some free customised christmas cards.

Sneak Peek for Kylie

2008-08-19T19:52:00.002+10:00

First up, a quick game of Spot The Baby!!

I've had quite a few newborns lately - mostly girls, a set of twins....but this little fella has been the first one to make me totally clucky!!!! After a few wees, he slept a little...but I wasn't happy with the amount of photos I had, so I went back today and got some more. I'm so glad I did, as I finally got to use my banana leaf bowl thingy that I've been dying to get a little bubba into! He didn't want to do the naked thing for me today, but that was fine - he looks so cute and snuggly in that cocoon!

Enjoy, Kylie, and enjoy that little guy of yours...if he happens to go missing, you know where he'll be!!!

One Lucky Gal

2008-08-02T20:54:00.003+10:00

As a Brisbane Photographer, I always figure that there isn't any part of Brisbane I haven't seen - let's face it, Brisbane isn't THAT big, right? Well today's session took me to a new place - well a new place for ME, that is. I love finding new places, and there were plenty of cool little spots for us here. (there's no such thing as TOO much sunflare, is there?)

Lesa is 36 weeks pregnant - and looks fan-bloody-tastic, doesn't she? And lucky me - cos she was ever so willing to do anything I asked of her - not once did she hesitate or look at me with one of those faces (you know the ones - "Do I SERIOUSLY have to do that?"). I had her lying on her daughter's bed, standing in front of a big bin, lying on a mound of dirt, lying in sand...you name it! I seriously am so lucky with the clients I get.

Lesa, all the best for the next few weeks, and I'll see you and your brand new bubba very soon. Enjoy your sneak peek!

PS Bec, thank you yet again for the loan of your fisheye - I'm seriously having a love affair with that thing!

Tagged

2008-07-24T07:55:00.002+10:00

Thanks Bec for tagging me!

1. Ten years ago... I was 24 and hanging out in Toowoomba most weekends. My boyfriend may have just moved in with me in Brisbane, I think? I was the furtherest thing from being a photographer!!!

2. 5 things on my to do list... split my Bumbs and Bubbas gallery on my website, finish off my referal thingy for a client, do up some announcements for another client, do up some storyboards for another client, and book in my massage before my voucher runs out.

3. Snacks i enjoy... at the moment, popcorn!

4. If i were a millionaire... buy my dream home, go mad in a camera store, get my husband's family living over here, go on a round the world trip, make sure my whole family had everything they wanted!

5. Places i've lived... Dalby, Brisbane, London, Brisbane.

And now I tag Cas Doyle, Caspix, Channy from Forever Bliss Photography, Gemma from Iris Creations and the amazing Sheye Rosemeyer

Double Trouble!

2008-07-21T13:59:00.003+10:00

Two Beautiful Bebes!

Little Isabella

Little Elijah

My good friend, Bec, and I had made a deal a while back - if either one of us ever got the opportunity to photograph twins, then the other would get invited along too. Well, Bec got the gig, and I got to go along for the ride!!!

I was terribly nervous that my expectations were way too high for this shoot - I mean, let's face it, babies are so unpredictable, and when you have two of them, you just never know how it will go. These two were absolutely no trouble whatsoever - they were perfectly sleepy, perfectly curly (you don't know how long I've been dying for a really tight baby curl!), and just altogether perfectly cute! Isabella is so little, and such a girl, and little Elijah has the most adorable expressions on his face!

Natalie, Ben and Aunty Jody - enjoy your sneak peak, and thanks for letting us photograph these gorgeous babies!

Don't forget to check out Bec's blog for more photos!

Sneak Peek for Mandy

2008-07-14T13:35:00.002+10:00

This was my 6th session in 8 days, and to say I am exhausted is an understatement!!!

Mandy is someone I know from an online forum, and she contacted me ages ago to book a session. I ended up asking my good friend Bec to help me out with this one, as I was concerned about losing light, along with the fact that Mandy has 3 young kids, who I just knew would run me ragged (hey, I'm not as young as I used to be!!!).

Mandy, enjoy your sneak peek. We got an *almost* smile out of Peter! Bec, thank you so much for your help today - you are a champion!

Sneak Peek for Kate and Dan

2008-07-13T21:05:00.003+10:00

This was my third session with Kate and Dan - I was there last weekend taking photos of their gorgeous, new baby girl, but we ran out of light before I was happy with the amount of photos I had. Winter is a bummer, huh?

In any case, I went back today, and lo and behold, it seems Miss S is a bit of an outdoors gal! She was a bit unsettled when I was trying to get the nudie shots, but slept like a dream once we took her outdoors!

Enjoy your sneak peek guys, and I'll see you for her 6 month photos!

A Little Girl for Sonnee

2008-07-08T08:22:00.003+10:00

It's always wonderful when a friend has a baby, so I was stoked when I got the text from Sonnee. Even more so to find out she had herself a little girl!!! Having two boys myself, I often think it would be lovely to try again for a little girl, but I really don't think my story would turn out the same as Sonnee and Clayton's!! (I'd end up with twin boys for sure!!!).

Sunshine, she's absolutely gorgeous, and it was such a pleasure to photograph her for you! I'm especially glad she slept for me!! Enjoy your sneak peek guys.

Martin Family Shoot

2008-06-29T17:12:00.002+10:00

Liz and Jim are friends of friends, and contacted me about doing a photo shoot for them. I had to reschedule the first session due to a little "poo" problem my 4 year old was having (seriously, you don't want to know!), so yesterday I packed the husband and the kids in the car to head to the Sunshine Coast. My good friend, Bec, lent me one of her lenses (a fisheye for those in the know!), so I picked it up on the way. We get to the coast with a bit of time to spare, so I sat down to put the lens on my camera to have a play with it before the session. That's when I realised my biggest nightmare had come true - where was my camera battery? Yep, that's right, on the charger back at our home in Brisbane. Can you say PANIC? I raced to Harvey Norman to get another, then realised that they don't come charged, do they? So, I slinked back to where I was to meet Liz and Jim, feeling VERY unprofessional, when what do you know? Liz had borrowed a battery off a friend of hers with a similar camera to mine. So, away we went.

Poor James wasn't feeling the best, so we have arranged to catch up next weekend at my "Magic Tree" to try a for a few smiling ones from him. At least this time if I forget my battery, I'm just over the road from my house!!!

Here's your sneak peek guys, and thanks again for saving my arse!!

Today's Newborn Session

2008-06-22T15:41:00.002+10:00

Remember Simone from a month or so ago? Well, this is her new, gorgeous little girl, Lila. This little bunch of sweetness just did not want to sleep for me. I think we got about 20mins of sleepy goodness from her all up? Poor Simone sweated it out in the bedroom with me, trying to get her to drift off - but she just wanted to stay awake and check out what was happening! She is so tiny and adorable and sweet and almost enough to make me clucky again!!!

Congrats to you Simone, Sam and Ella. All the best guys. Enjoy your Sneak Peek!

PS, not sure if the first one was the way she was feeling about us hanging her up like that - but it sure did make me laugh!!!

I've been tagged!

2008-06-14T12:59:00.002+10:00

I was actually tagged a while ago, and went through the process of answering it all here, and then for some reason it wouldn't save my post or something....and I got frustrated, so gave up! Well, it seems I've been tagged again, so I will do both of them here in the one post and cheat a bit!!!

Both times, Cass has tagged me! Latest is to share 5 songs that I am embarrassed to admit to!

Here are the rules!
1. Link to the person that tagged you and post the rules on your blog.
2. Share 5 songs you are embarrassed to admit to others you like and tell why.
3. Tag 5 random people at the end of your post and include links to their blogs.
4. Let each person know that they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

This is much harder than expected!

1. Fame by Irene Cara. I was a dancer ok, and I still love it, and adore the film clip!
2. Black Betty by Ram Jam. Oh come on, you trying to tell me you don't scream it out if you hear it on the radio?
3. Solitary Man by Neil Diamond. I used to be a HUGE Neil Diamond fan. Still think he kinda rocks. LOVE this song.
4. Respectable by Mel and Kim. This songs takes me back to when I was in grade 8, all my friends from primary school left for boarding school, and I had to make a whole new group of friends - one of which is still one of my very oldest and dearest friends today!
5. The Joker by the Steve Miller Band. Takes me back to when I used to hang out in Toowoomba and pretend I was some kind of country gal (which I kinda was)....that's embarrassing enough in itself!

Now, the 2nd one:

The rules are:
- Link the person who tagged you
- Mention the rules on your blog
- Tell about 6 unspectacular quirks of yours
- Tag 6 fellow bloggers by linking them
- Leave a comment on each of the tagged bloggers blogs letting them know they have been tagged.

Ok, so 6 quirks of mine, here we go.

1. I insist on having good quality toilet paper, and it HAS to be plain white. No coloured patterns.
2. Wet bread FREAKS me out. I almost puke if I have to touch it.
3. I can't drink coffee past 3pm without it making me stay up way too late at night.
4. I have never, ever been a Fi - always Fo. I think it's from my little sister's who couldn't say Fiona, so called me Fona, which ended up getting shortened to Fo. I hate being called Fi!
5. My middle name is Mignon (pronounced Min-yon). It's French, and is my mum's first name, and my nanna's middle name etc etc. I was supposed to carry on the tradition, but it may very well stop with me, unless Nat or Cas have a little girl!!
6. As much as I moan about our dog, I adore her and would be totally lost without her.

And there you have it people! A little insight into me! And now to come up with enough people to tag - I'll give it a go.

1. Cas Doyle
2. Nat
3. Bec
4. Lib O'brien (sorry Lib, getting desperate!)
5. Clair
6. Amanda

Sneak Peek for Dan and Kate

2008-06-09T07:46:00.002+10:00

The first thing I thought about yesterday's clients, Dan and Kate, is that they are going to make fantastic parents. Kate has this quiet calm about her - you know the type of calm that you need when your 3 year old is screaming the supermarket down because you won't buy those freddo frogs that are sitting so enticingly on display there. That's the type of calm Kate radiates. And Dan so obviously just adores Kate, and their little baby girl. Can't wait to meet her in a few short weeks - yep, Kate is 37 weeks - doesn't she look great?

Enjoy your sneak peek, guys, and I'll see you again soon.

Sneak Peak for Ali

2008-05-28T08:49:00.002+10:00

My very good friend, Ali, and her family all celebrated Ava's Christening over the weekend. It was my pleasure to be there to photograph the family all together. Enjoy guys....

4th Birthday Celebrations

2008-05-20T19:44:00.002+10:00

July is my eldest son, Sam's, 4th Birthday. His birth, and consequently, his growth, was what sparked my creative side in the first place....and led to me becoming a photographer. To celebrate his birthday, Fiona Carson Photography is going to offer some Birthday Specials!

For any session booked from now for July of this year, I will give a 15% discount on any of my packages. Please note this doesn't include any of the Bump to Bubbas packages.

So please, if you know of anyone wanting some family photos done - let them know July is the month to do it!!!

And here's a photo of our Sambo!

Sneak Peak for Sonnee

2008-05-10T21:50:00.002+10:00

Sonnee is a school friend, and is expecting her third child. I know exactly how crazy her life is at the moment with two young boys....so I have a huge respect for her and Clayton at being brave enough to have a third!!!!! All the best guys, and I'll see you in a month or so for some gorgeous newborn photos!

Sneak Peak for Simone

2008-05-05T21:38:00.003+10:00

Doesn't Simone look gorgeous! I wish I looked this good pregnant..but alas, no! She put up with my tooing and froing this afternoon - I was really scatterbrained today. I think that's what happens when your sick husband keeps you up all night long whining!!

All the best for the next 5 weeks Simone, and I'll see you and your gorgeous newborn very soon!

Isabella

2008-04-26T18:57:00.005+10:00

I have been waiting and waiting for a newborn baby girl to use this gorgeous wrap and beanie on - and finally Isabella came along! Here she is at 5 days old - isn't she totally gorgeous! She was the perfect model - sleepy is how we like them best, right?

Congrats Dale and Karla, and welcome Isabella! (btw, I am positive I've got the spelling wrong - knew I would!)

Maddy

2008-04-20T20:43:00.002+10:00

I had a delightful and different shoot today with this gorgeous little Border Collie, Maddy, and her "mum" Michelle. Maddy is having an operation on Tuesday - please keep your fingers crossed for her.

I seriously thought photographing a dog would be a piece of cake compared to photographing a toddler. I know now that it's pretty much the same...I just had to resort to whistling and clicking to get her attention, and not stupid animal noises!

Thanks Michelle for a lovely afternoon, and all the best for you both on Tuesday!

A Sneak Peak for Sam

2008-04-12T21:53:00.002+10:00

I met Sam at Southbank today for a maternity shoot. I felt like I did WAY too much talking and nowhere near enough photographing....but I couldn't help it! She was so sweet - and for someone who is 9 months pregnant, she looks pretty darn good, don't you think?

All the best, Sam, for you guys and little baby J (sorry Mandy, no name dropping here!!!!!)

It's Official

2008-04-10T15:09:00.003+10:00

I've gone live!!!!

Check out my new website - and my new look, and my new logo. I love it all, and am very excited!!!

http://www.fionacarsonphotography.com.au

Let me know what you think!!!!

Big things are a'happening!!

2008-03-31T19:13:00.001+10:00

for Fiona Carson Photography. My new look blog is a hint....of much bigger things to come! Stay tuned.

Boondall Wetlands Shoot

2008-03-25T12:42:00.002+10:00

My photographer friend, Bec, and I took my gorgeous sister out to Boondall Wetlands for a 60's/70's fashion shoot. We were eaten alive by mozzies, but it was totally worth it, don't you think?

ACOCP

2008-03-23T07:48:00.002+10:00

I have had the honour of being accepted into the ACOCP - the Australian Charity of Child Photographers. I took this blurb about them from their website - www.acocp.org.au

The ACOCP is a volunteer organisation of child photographers from all over Australia who have come together to form an organisation dedicated to giving the gift of photographic memories to families that have experienced stillbirths, premature and ill infants and children in the Neonatal Intensive Care Units of their local hospitals, as well as children with serious and terminal illnesses. In difficult times parents do not always consider the importance of documenting their little moments and closeness of family until those moments have passed. The ACOCP is dedicated to providing this gift to your families in a caring, compassionate and heartfelt manner. We understand that time is crucial in some cases which is why our state coordinators are able to take your call 24/7.

I am glad that I am able to actually give something back as a photographer, and am sure I will be continually humbled by the courage and bravery of many fellow Australians.

Sneak Peak for Elissa

2008-03-05T16:16:00.002+10:00

I photographed a gorgeous, special little family on the weekend at Wellington Point. We started out at home, and then headed down to the beach! The boys were oh so cute - I had a great time!

Enjoy guys!

Got a Belly or a Baby for me?

2008-03-01T22:06:00.002+10:00

I'm after pregnant bellies, and newborns for my portfolio. If you are expecting a baby in the next few months, and would like a free maternity AND newborn photo shoot, please contact me!

And just because I haven't shared any photos of MY boys on this blog, here are some!

More Trash the Dress

2008-02-21T19:35:00.002+10:00

As promised!!

Trash the Dress

2008-02-20T12:04:00.002+10:00

My friend, Bec, and I went out to Shorncliffe on the weekend with 2 of my sisters for another Trash the Dress Session. The girls dealt with gale force winds, and imminent rain, yet did everything we asked of them without complaint...including getting wet and cold!! We had such a fantastic time - Big thanks to Bec, Nat and Cas - you rock, girls!!

It's really hard to choose my favourites as I have so many! Here are a handful, and I might post some more tomorrow!

Announcing our Winners!

2008-02-16T08:15:00.002+10:00

Thank you to everyone who voted, but we can only have one winner!

1st Place, winning a 12x18" print of the winning image is:

2nd place, winning an 11x14" print of their image is:

3rd Place, winning an 8x10 print of their image is:

A very big congratulations to Bobby and Lindsay, Melissa and Adam, and Tiff and Rob! I'll get your prints to you very soon!

Many thanks to everyone who participated in this competition. Looking forward to doing it again next year.

Another reminder, my prices are about to go up, so book your session now!

Get in while you can!

2008-02-13T14:24:00.003+10:00

My Best of 2007 competition ends Friday, so get your votes in now!!!!

Keeping you in the know!

2008-01-31T14:29:00.000+10:00

Thanks to everyone who has voted so far - the Tronson image is winning so far...but keep nagging your friends and family to vote for you...still 2 weeks to go!!

Also, my prices are going up as of the 1st of March....so book your session now before they go up!

My Best of 2007!

2008-01-21T23:30:00.000+10:00

So here's the deal: Below I've selected my favorite images from 2007. It was so hard to narrow them down. I had a gazillion favorites. Here's where you, your friends, & family come in: VOTE! Vote for your favorite image. Just vote once. (Repeat voters will be disqualified - no cheating - I can check IP addresses of voters :)

Now for the good stuff: the PRIZES!

1st place: an 12x18 print of their image
2nd place: an 11x14print of their image
3rd place: an 8x10 print of their image

So tell all your friends & family to come vote! ANYONE can vote! If you're one of my random blog stalkers, you can also vote! :) The contest will end Feb 15th at midnight, so don't wait!

As an added bonus, for anyone who contacts me before the end of the contest to book a session with me and mentions this competition, you get a free 8x10 photo too!

Best of luck! Now for the images that made me smile, laugh, and cry the most this year :)

Garmany

Williams

Tronson

Bradley

Buckley

Smith

Wenning

Moloney

Moulds

Ahern

Hogan

Bell

Hirning

Garmany Family

2007-12-30T16:29:00.000+10:00

Another good friend of mine - I went to school with Philippa, and have been lucky to have kept in touch with her over the years. We often catch up, so I was honoured to have her ask me to take photos of her beautiful family.

Sneak Peak for Melissa and Family

2007-12-08T22:42:00.000+10:00

Well after a disasterous start due to me being VERY VERY late for this session, it ended up being wonderful! I still owe Melissa some time to take individual shots of the kids, and we plan to do these next week. The setting was fantastic here, and the kids LOVED going for a swim afterwards.

By the way Melissa, I made that photo black and white just for the lonely fisherman!!

Williams' Family

2007-12-04T21:37:00.000+10:00

This wonderful family are wonderful friends of mine, so it was a pleasure to be able to photograph them. Harper has always been one of my favourite subjects, as she is always more than willing to grin into my camera. Looks like Amos is following suit!!

and Bradley Family

2007-11-26T13:16:00.000+10:00

Another family from my week home. Nathan's big sister was a friend of mine - and here he is with his own gorgeous family!

I think the last b&w would have to be up there in one of my favourite shots ever!

Buckley Family.....

2007-11-26T13:07:00.000+10:00

Another gorgeous family that I photographed while my poor mum looked after my teething 10 month old, and my cheeky 3 year old!

The Buckley family live next door to mum and dad, and are wonderful family friends. I used to babysit these kids all the time. They are all so photogenic, and this shoot was so much fun!

Trash the Dress

2007-11-22T20:01:00.000+10:00

It is a trend in the photography world at the moment to have Trash the Dress sessions - which are exactly as they sound. You get a wedding dress....and pretty much trash it! A photographer friend, Kat, and I took my sister and one of my best friends out to a cemetery and trashed Kat's mum's wedding dress and I bought one from Vinnie's for Nat. Oh My God we had some fun! The girls were a bit uncomfortable to start with....but soon relaxed a bit and starting enjoying themselves!

Here's the result:

Augustus

2007-11-19T09:21:00.000+10:00

I photographed Augustus' Mummy only 10 days or so before he arrived a little early. The little champion slept the whole time for me - it makes my job so easy when they are so cute too!

Here he is:

Wenning Family

2007-11-13T20:40:00.000+10:00

I am out in my hometown at the moment for a week of photo shoots. My first one here this morning was the delightful Wenning family. Here is a quick sneak peak for them - enjoy guys! Thanks for letting me spend a few hours with you, and I'll talk to you soon.

A sneak peak for Nat and Heath

2007-10-17T22:04:00.000+10:00

I photographed Nat and Heath over the weekend at New Farm Park. I had such a good time - and they were such good sports for me - climbing trees, lying on the grass, and even giving dirty looks to the pervert that took a photo of my plumbers crack while I was bending down to get a better angle!! Thanks guys....hope to see you again soon!

Rebecca and family

2007-10-16T10:55:00.000+10:00

I had the opportunity to photograph Rebecca and her 2 sons, Will and Patrick, along with her sister, Kelly and mother, Gail. Here's some of my favourites, and I'm looking forward to photographing Rebecca, the boys and her husband, Shane, in a few weeks time!

Thomas

2007-10-13T13:32:00.000+10:00

A very big congratulations to Bobby and Lindsey and big sister, Molly, on the birth of Thomas. He is absolutely adorable and I can't wait to see him grow up!

Lindsay

2007-09-17T08:36:00.000+10:00

I had a really brief photo session with my friend, Lindsay, last week. She is 39 weeks pregnant here.....but doesn't she look fantastic! Linds, thinking of you this week, and my guesses for another girl!

Welcome, welcome!

2007-09-16T08:03:00.000+10:00

Finally I have started up my photoblog. So welcome to it! This is where I will give sneak peaks to client photos, and generally just share favourite photos of mine!

So, firstly, the nitty gritty stuff.

About me: I'm in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. I am 33 years old. I married my husband back in 2003, and a quick 9 months later we had our first son, Sam. Fast track to 2007, to the birth of our 2nd son, Max...and the birth of my photography business, Fiona Carson Photography.

I currently only do natural light photography.

I want to capture your story, your moment, your memories, your life.

If you like what you see here, please contact me on fionacarson@optusnet.com.au