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Apr 02
Portrait Of The Week

Week 13 – Joel Creasey

The last time I hung out with Joel was 13 years ago, and that was only for a minute or two when I snapped him backstage before his show at the Comedy Festival, all part of the Behind The Curtain exhibiton... he's got a little more well known since then....
Mar 23
Portrait Of The Week

Week 12 – Leon Wilson – Revolution Print

Leon is a geek. A print geek.A certified, crazy, mad, impressive print geek.And he's got the toys to prove it. And also the world class printing company to really really prove it.When I was suddenly without a printer last year due to the old one going out ob business, I urgently...
Mar 19
Portrait Of The Week

Week 11 – Amy Salisbury – Seasoul Sauna

I met Amy briefly at a business drinks event last year. We chatted for a few minutes, and she's been on my mind quite a bit since then.You know when you meet someone and their energy is just special? That's Amy. Those few minutes had an impact; you could just...
Mar 15
Portrait Of The Week

Week 10 – Grace, Phoebe and Beau

It was when we were coming out of Covid lockdowns in 2022 that I came up with the Barkology idea. There were a heap of family sessions happening, with people catcjig up on those missed years. And half the time when the viewings were happening, there was regret that they hadn't...
Mar 03
Portrait Of The Week

Week 9 – Omar, Local Community Builder

I first met Omar outside our house about 5 years ago. He was out for his morning walk with his human Steve.Since then it's a daily occurrence to see them out wandering. Omar leads the way, Steve encourages him to keep moving, to stay out of some peoples front yards...
Feb 25
Portrait Of The Week

Week 8 – Alan Moyle, Photobat

Well.. I had to include a self portrait in the challenge at least once and as it's my birthday week it seemed just the right moment to do it.I had this dark and moody plan, including a sunset sky and a laundromat, but the weather didn't work for the times...
Feb 24
Barkology

Erica, Lucy, Annabel & Sasha – Barkology

Sasha, the Samoyed, is a fluffy bundle of love and mischief. From rolling in chalk drawings and turning into a rainbow to chewing Mum’s Dyson hairdryer, Sasha has made her mark—literally! About Barkology Sessions The Barkology Sessions are designed to capture everything that is special about your kids and their...
Feb 17
Portrait Of The Week

Week 7 – Matt Smolen, Balloon Tree Productions

It seems I met some great people back in 2018* and Matt was one of them. I can't remember exactly how Matt's other half, Claire, found me, but she did, and I snapped their awesome engagement party and then a couple of family portraits when they added to the population.Matt is...
Feb 14
Barkology

Archie & Ripley – Barkology

Ripley’s cheerful Cavoodle energy lights up her family’s home! Whether snuggling on the couch, sneaking chocolate (oops!), or cheering up the kids when they’re sad, Ripley’s all about love and laughter. About Barkology Sessions The Barkology Sessions are designed to capture everything that is special about your kids and their...
Feb 11
Barkology

Ollie, Scarlett & Bowie – Barkology

From hide-and-seek on the beach to Chewbacca-like sounds when he wants to play, Bowie the Cavador keeps his family laughing every day. He’s their loyal companion and favorite snuggle buddy. About Barkology Sessions The Barkology Sessions are designed to capture everything that is special about your kids and their furry...
Feb 10
Portrait

Week 6 – Carolyn

Last year, I photographed Carolyn, her kids, and her parents for what happened to be one of my favorite family portraits of the year.It was winter, and it was raining, but it was warm. There was laughter and fun, and even more water than the rain.Since then, I've got to...
Feb 03
Portrait Of The Week

Week 5 – Sammy J

My first "Agh, I'm running out of time, and my portrait subject had to postpone due to illness; where will I find someone last minute portrait subject?" Luckily, the same day of the postponement, I knew there was a comedy show happening at the Shirley Burke Theatre in Parkdale and that...