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Photographer in Christchurch specialising in Lifestyle, Branding, Headshots, Sports and Commercial. Photography Online Courses, Classes, Training & Tutorials.

3 Top Photography Trends

By |2022-04-15T13:06:07+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Gone are the stiff portraits, the sit and smile and contrived poses. Documentary photography is where it is at. Photographer in Christchurch - Online Courses

6 Proven Ways to Boost your Motivation

By |2022-04-15T13:06:07+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Motivational|Tags: , , , , , , |

How do we maintain motivation to keep us focused and aiming towards our goals or dreams? You know what you want but you have to figure out a way to get there.

Tips to Help You Take Stunning Landscape Photos

By |2022-04-15T13:06:07+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Hundreds of limestone boulders are what will greet you when you arrive at Castle Hill which is located State Highway 73 and between Darfield and Arthur's Pass

West Coast Wanderlust

By |2022-04-15T13:06:07+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

The West Coast has so much to offer, rugged coastline, crashing waves, small towns and beautiful scenery. When I travel I tend to take my SONY A6000.

A Beginner’s Photography Guide to Taking Industrial Port Photos

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Industrial areas are interesting places to create amazing photography. Ports, factories, coal yards and manufacturing plants are the best places to visit when you want to take industrial shots.

5 Sunset Tips to Help You Get Magic Photos with Limited Gear

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Whenever you are faced with the opportunity of getting a beautiful sunset, don't think you can't take a shot. Make do with what you have on hand and improvise.

The Power of Editing & What You Can Achieve

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00September 1st, 2021|Categories: Tips & Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Why settle for a 'nice' or adequate photo when you can get a stunning shot with a little editing. When I say á little editing' it can be very quick and produce a great result.

4 Tips Why You Shouldn’t DIY With Personal Branding Photos

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00August 20th, 2021|Categories: Personal Development|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

When you’re in the process of building your personal brand, you know that photos are an essential piece of the puzzle and important to view as an investment.

4 Great Prop Ideas to Use for Your Personal Branding Shoot

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00August 16th, 2021|Categories: Personal Development|Tags: , , , , , , |

Incorporate props into your personal branding shoot that show what you’re all about. Props can be what you need to bring your personal branding shoot to life.

How to Plan and Prepare for your Personal Brand Photoshoot

By |2022-04-15T13:06:08+13:00July 5th, 2021|Categories: Personal Development|Tags: , , , , , |

Prepare for your Photoshoot, Connect with your photographer, Communicate what you want, Think carefully about your location, Plan your outfit, hair and makeup.

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