It’s always nice to be able to record special occasions a mile stones with your children. I meet so many people who struggle to take a nice photo of their children. Sometimes it is a lack of understanding of light, sometimes it’s composition, sometimes it’s wrangling your camera and sometimes it getting the right moment. For those of you using manual settings on your cameras – here are a few tips to help you on your way. For those not familiar with these settings you may be interested in enrolling in the next ‘Learn Photography’ course to be held in February 2015. If you have a child who loves to… Keep Reading
Choc-chip oat cookies – Healthy snacks for kids
I love to bake. I’m not actually very good at it but that doesn’t stop me. I enjoy it… channeling my inner Martha Stewart…. but nothing like her…. infact she is a little irritatingly perfect! I have found that sometimes, baking from scratch actually points out just how much sugar is in a simple muffin or biscuit. In an effort to feed my kiddies better snacks and have things on hand to fill their lunch boxes I often bake something on a Sunday along with a few meals to pop in the freezer for during the week. I find it’s a winter thing for me. Cold, wet days where it… Keep Reading
Tips for those seeking Work Experience – Adelaide Family Photographer
It must be that time of year again. I have been inundated with requests from high school students looking for a placement for work experience. The enquiries are varied in their approach and each time I am quickly reminded of going through that process myself when I was at school. I remember how daunting it was. Completely nerve wracking and even when you know what you want to say, suddenly when the phone is answered, you can’t string a sentence together. Because I remember this, I am very forgiving when I am contacting by each student. I appreciate that they have gone to the effort to look up my number… Keep Reading
New Website Launch
Well, I can finally share this with you all – My new ‘Cocoon Studio’ logo. This has been a long time coming and I have been desperate to share it since May whilst the new website was being designed and built. Lauren from Funky Chicken Design has created this gorgeous hand illustrated cocoon and incorporated it into a whole new look and a brand new website. Not only has she been wonderful to work with, her interpretation of my brief was perfect. New Website I would also like to welcome you to my new website Full of so much more information and fresh new images. Head on over and take… Keep Reading
Learn Photoshop – Intro to Photoshop short course Adelaide
If you are wanting to know how to get more from your photos then learn the basics of Photoshop so you can take your photos from Blah to Pop! No previous experience necessary. – ‘Learn Photoshop’ is a 3 week short course designed to equip you with the tools required to make an impact with your photos. Next course starts January 21st and a maximum of 4 students attending. To be part of this small group email me on anita@cocoonstudio.com.au for more details. – –