Thursday 30 August 2012

Artistique Photography by Nicolette - Cyprus Lakes Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portrait Shoot

Cyprus Lakes Resort, Hunter Valley

29.8.12.

I have spent most of this week in the Hunter Valley and these photos I took of Claire at the Cyprus Lakes Resort - a fabulous venue, especially if you are planning a wedding with many beautiful backdrops from trees to lakes, to swimming pools.  These photos were taken late afternoon.


















Artistique Photography by Nicolette - Lusi and Jason's Wedding

Lusi and Jason's Wedding

Japanese Gardens

24.8.12.

Lusi and Jason had a lovely ceremony at the Japanese Gardens in Gosford last weekend and here are a few photos of their special day.









Artistique Photography by Nicolette - Vicki and Lindsey's Wedding

Vicki and Lindsey's Wedding

Rafferty's Resort, Cam's Wharf

25.8.12.

Lindsey and Vicki were married last Saturday at Raffertys Resort, Cam's Wharf.  Here are some photos from their wedding day.






Artistique Photography by Nicolette - Sunset Portrait Shoot.

Late afternoon in the Hunter Valley

28.8.12.

This week I have been in the Hunter Valley and would like to share these photos with you of Claire during a late afternoon and evening photo shoot.  The first two photos were taken of Claire just after sunset, so I used a flash, but all other photos were all natural lighting and no adjustments made in photoshop.  If you are wanting beautiful "warm" outdoor photos for your wedding or portrait, then the best time of the day is sunrise (maybe too early for many!), or in that "golden hour" before sunset.  It is well worth considering when planning your wedding ceremony (which usually takes 25 - 30 minutes) and then official photos with family and friends (another 20 minutes), to allow an hour for your official photos and if possible to plan that around the hour before sunset.  At this time of the year for September / October weddings that is easy to do with the sun setting around 5.30pm / 6.00pm.  When planning your wedding, it is a good idea to chat with your photographer who can advise you on sunset times.  If your wedding is during the middle of summer during daylight saving time, then I usually manage to sneak my bride and groom out from the reception for a few minutes just to capture some of those magical warm sunset shots.









Saturday 11 August 2012

Artistique Photography by Nicolette - Sarah and Marc's Pre Wedding Photo Shoot

Sarah and Marc's Pre Wedding Photo Shoot

Japanese Gardens

11.8.12.

Sarah and Marc had chosen to have their pre wedding photos at the beach, but with the gale force winds and frequent showers, we opted for a more sheltered venue this morning.  Here are some photographs from their pre wedding photo shoot and they plan to marry in Sydney in November.




















Sunday 5 August 2012

Artistique Photography by Nicolette - Felicity and Jason's Pre Wedding Photo Shoot

Felicity and Jason's Pre Wedding Photo Shoot

Japanese Gardens, Gosford

5.8.12.

Felicity and Jason are getting married next month on the Beach, so they chose a garden setting to have their pre wedding photo shoot today.  The weather was perfect and we had fun at the Japanese Gardens in East Gosford.  These are some photos from today: