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 LIFESTYLE, BRANDING, HEADSHOTS, SPORTS, SPORTRAITS and COMMERCIAL. 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.
Kiwi Slang – Boy Racer
Boy racer is a term New Zealander's use when they are referring to youth driving fast cars that have been modified with factory fitted parts.
Kiwi Slang – On The Turps
Consuming alcohol in large quantities is known as getting on the turps or turpentine. Inebriated, intoxicated, excessive and binge drinking.
Kiwi Slang – Spin A Yarn
To spin a yarn is when someone tells a larger than life story and fabricates or exaggerates the truth. Embellish and distort the facts.
Kiwi Slang – Tiki Tour
Tiki tour is said when you take the scenic route or long way to get to a destination. It can also mean a journey with no destination in mind.
Kiwi Slang – Snowed Under
Snowed under implies someone has too much responsibility or they're overwhelmed with work. They may have a pile of paperwork on their desk.
Kiwi Slang – Number 8 Wire
Number 8 wire is New Zealand's can-do attitude, ingenuity & resourcefulness to solve problems. A unique mindset of kiwis to repair anything.
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