Hi, I’m HELEN OAKES a Photographer, Entrepreneur, Digital Artist, Blogger and Podcaster.
I’ve been a professional photographer since 2007 and I predominantly shoot PERSONAL BRANDING, DATING PROFILES, LIFESTYLE, HEADSHOTS and SPORTS & EVENTS. It’s great being behind the camera but I love post-processing photos too, it’s where all the magic happens. I say Photography is one game and editing is another. Check out my work on FLICKR and in my photo GALLERIES.
I pride myself on my editing skills and I have created my own style using my custom made LIGHTROOM PRESETS and PHOTOSHOP TEXTURES. These are great tools for photographers, bloggers and graphic artists and are available from my SHOP. My ETSY store features inspirational quotes, landscapes and Kiwiana digital prints for purchase.
In my PODCAST I talk about travel, photography and anything on my mind. It is an open topic chat with myself and Danny de Hek from WHAT : DE HEK podcast.
I am embarking on running COURSES. Stay tuned as I will have downloadable information guides with useful tips. My BLOG provides a forum for photography, travel and all things I’m passionate about. Let’s talk or meet, book a 15min complimentary STRATEGY SESSION.
Kiwi Slang – Sweet As
Sweet as can mean so many things and is used in lots of situations. It can mean good, awesome, no worries, you're welcome, nice and thanks. Kiwi NZ Slang Words.
Kiwi Slang Digital Prints
Kiwi slang has a popular culture in New Zealand. It is part of our DNA and has been used for many years. Get a dose of New Zealand art.
Kiwi Slang – Plonk
Kiwis refer to a cheap bottle of low-quality wine as 'Plonk'. New Zealanders are obsessed with wine of all varieties. Plonk refers to all varieties of wine.
Kiwi Slang – Bach
A bach (pronounced 'batch') is a holiday home or beach house and they are an iconic part of our culture. 50,000 baches are in New Zealand. New Zealand Slang.
Kiwi Slang – Flat Out
New Zealanders use a lot of slang. The kiwi slang term 'flat out' means that you are very busy and kiwis love to show how busy they are. New Zealand Slang Words
3 Top Photography Trends
Gone are the stiff portraits, the sit and smile and contrived poses. Documentary photography is where it is at. Photographer in Christchurch - Online Courses