It's question time!

I thought I would take this opportunity during my down time to answer any questions you may have been wanting to ask of me and my work. You can either email your questions to chrissytorney@hotmail.com or ask your question in the comments box.
I will endevour to answer them over the coming week.
And of course...what would my blog be without a photo. You wouldnt believe the time and effort it has taken to capture my two children together at the same time, not to mention the snake lolly bribes! I won't mention how long it has actually taken me to post this either!

Take care,
Chrissy xo

Master H - {Melbourne Newborn Photographer}

WOW...I am so very lucky. I have many wonderful people in my life who support what I do and who are more than happy to lend me their children to photograph when I need them to.

Elissa first lent me her children back when I was building my portfolio. I am amazed that time has flown by so quickly - it's hard to believe that I took these first images below of Will and Grace almost 12 months ago now.

Today I had the pleasure of photographing the newest arrival to their family, Master Harry.

Thanks you Elissa for having me in your home today, especially after such a sleepless night. I look forward to watching your latest miracle grow.

xo

Chrissy

Some Oldies - Ms Jure {Melbourne Newborn Photographer}

I went back through some old files tonight and found these. I don't think I even edited them first time round.

I can honestly say I am amazed at my 'then' and 'nows'.

My how time flies though, this little one is crawling around all over the place now!

My Girl - {Melbourne Child Photographer}

I have been using this down time in shooting toddlers to concentrate on capturing my own little person more. These are some captures taken over the last week of the school holidays. I have definately decided to commit to making sure I take more photos of Miss P - as time really does go by so quickly. Soon enough she will be telling us how she has met the man of her dreams - and in the blink of an eye we will be planning a wedding for real. We best start saving now I think!

Blasts from the Past - {Melbourne Child Photographer}

These two pictures are very special to me...they mark the start of my journey torwards becoming a professional photographer.
I had only been shooting in Manual for around a month when I took Paigey into the Botanical Gardens for a mini photo shoot.
This was my first time shooting in RAW and I had no idea what I was doing.
These photos are special to me, because they were the first series of images I shot that looked something like what the 'Pros' would take...they were also the first images that were commented on by other artists.

Paigey and the new blue chair.

Paigey decided today that she would be my 'supermodel' and model my new $30 bargain retro look blue chair. I love her to pieces - take a look at the posing!! It really does feel like I never get a chance to photograph her anymore, so today was a wonderful experience for us both. Maybe the break did us both the world of good!
xo
Chrissy

Just one for the Cute Factor - {Melbourne Child Photographer}

Because we all love a little fairy! Aaaah, sweet Lulu!

Sneak Peek - The Aldridge Family, Kinglake West Residents {Melbourne Family Photographer}

Copyright Getty Images 2009 - Kinglake West

I drove home from this session wondering how on earth I was going to blog this session as I had so much I wanted to write, say and do.

On Saturday, February 7th 2009 I had two Maternity shoots lined up for my portfolio, inside out of the expected 46+ degree forecast. However, one of my clients had to reschedule due to having a prior engagement in Yarrawonga.

My first client Megan arrived and the temperature was already souring above 30 degrees. The usual 'Werribee Winds' were extremely dry and hot.

I commented to Megan that with the forecast for the day, it was not going to be a good day. I had no idea just how devastating the day was going to be. The worst bushfires in Australia's history had hit our beautiful, picturesque mountain villages claiming well over 200 lives.

Sadly, Victoria had lost too many lives to comprehend...families had lost loved ones, friends and property as well as pets, livestock and livelihood.

Images and stories flooded the news bulletins and all Australians shed a tear for the toll and felt the need to help out in some way.

What I didn't know at the time, was that the client who had to reschedule actually resided in Kinglake West (picture above) - and if she had of actually been at the shoot in the morning- then she would have been at home later that day with her beautiful daughter when the Kinglake West fire swept through.

You could imagine the multitude of 'what if's' that have been going through my clients mind about that day.

There is so much more I want to say...the Aussie Spirit is alive and well. This family will be ok, I know they will be...they are true survivors because after all is said and done...they are still here. They are looking forward to moving back into their home and welcoming their new baby into the world.

Most clients will rock up to a shoot with a few changes of clothes. Ang rocked up with a basketful of clothes apologising for not having that much to bring. We joked about the fact that well, that that was pretty much all she had left to wear as most of her wardrobe had been either scorched or smoke effected.

So, let me introduce my beautiful client Angela. Her home has been severely effected by the bushfires. She has lost her belongings, beloved pets, livestock and her town and fellow towns people. But you wouldn't know it when you meet her.

She exudes vibrance, friendliness and excitement and I was so very honoured to have been able to capture these images for her today. It was meant to be a maternity shoot, but after I had seen her facebook images of her burnt and scorched home, I insisted we made it a family session.

You may also notice Glen's red wristband - all permanent residence of Kinglake West are required to wear these now so that they may enter their town and property.

This is Angela laughing at me for being unable to tell a joke to get her to laugh for the camera - I did a great job at non-joke telling ;)

Angela, Glen and Lulu,

Thank you for sharing today with me, I hope today was a little bit of a distraction and time out for you all. I look forward to hearing all of your good news in the next few weeks! Take care of each other!

xo

Chrissy

Sneak Peek - Sam {Melbourne Maternity Photographer}

Right - next time I put a call out for Maternity I am going to include a maximum height restriction. When Sam arrived today for her session at Willy Gardens all I could think was - "I'm going to need the step ladder again!"
Sam was another tall and georgous Mum-to-Be which I had the absolute pleasure in photographing today. The sky was tainted with bush fire smoke and it was hard to not think about all those people still in danger and those suffering loss from the devastation. Our hearts go out to you all.

{Sam - it was great getting to know you this afternoon - I hope you like what you see so far - especially given you are someone who never has their photo taken!}

xo
Chrissy

Sneak Peek - Megan {Melbourne Maternity Photographer}

There are two things you notice about Megan immediately; 1. Her height and 2. Her stunning blue eyes. It's ok - I had a step ladder just in case!
Megan braved the 44+ degree temperatures to drive into Werribee to have her complimentary maternity session. She was a photographer's dream allowing me to try some new things. What a difference it makes photographing an adult!
{Megan - thank you so much for your time this morning! It was a pleasure meeting you and I hope you made it back home safe and sound. Maybe even a little bit quicker with the Werribee Wind behind you! Make sure I get a text once this little one arrives xo}
Chrissy

Free Maternity Sessions - Offer Extended! {Melbourne Maternity Photographer}

I have decided due to such an overwhelming response to the February special - to offer up the discount during each Month until June (March, April, May and possibly early June - see how I am going).
Being pregnant myself - I am finding it easier to shoot maternity and I really do enjoy doing these sessions.
So...

* You need to be 34+ weeks at the time of the shoot ( earlier shoots available for Mums carrying multiples).

* Booking Fee is waived (Session can include hubby and children although expecting mother must be in all shots).

* 1 x Complimentary 8x10" or 8x12" print.

Additional prints and products available at regular prices.

Please email me at chrissytorney@hotmail.com for pricing information!

xo

Happy Australia Day!

Where I live, it's pretty dry and dusty. To shoot in lush green gardens usually means travelling elsewhere. Tonight I took my little Supermodel friends up to the back of our estate to watch the sun set. You can see how dry it is...but even brown and dusty can look beautiful with the right models.
Happy Australia Day!
Chrissy
xo

Sneak Peek - Ella {Melbourne Newborn Photographer}

Aaaaaah, well what do you know. ANOTHER newborn who didn't want to be undressed or sleep!


Cute and georgous anyway. You might remember I did her Mummy's maternity shoot a few months back under the big trees in Willy Gardens (Georgie).


Welcome to the world Miss Ella!

Sneak Peek - Megan, Andrew, Jack and Lewis {Melbourne Newborn Photographer}

I have decided I must be cursed. I have yet to shoot a newborn who wants to sleep whilst I am there!!
Today I had the pleasure of being welcomed into the Powell family home to capture their new addition to their family. Lewis is only 5 days old and his big brother is 16 months old. I have no idea how Megan and Andrew were able to stay awake for me to take their portraits!!
I hope you enjoy your sneek peak!

xo

Sneek Peak - Meah and Ava {Melbourne Child and Baby Photographer}

Oh My Goodness, what absolutely beautiful children!!

It was a delight to be welcomed into the Stokes family home to take photos of their georgous daughters.

More to come!!

Welcome Jure Jaydee! {Melbourne Newborn and Baby Photographer}

Bec is a friend who also belongs to my Mother's Group. She has been 'lending' me her bump to photograph throughout her pregnancy, some of which appear right here in blogworld.

We were meant to be doing some final maternity shots this week, except Jure had a different idea in mind. She wasn't going to wait any longer.

Welcome to the world Jure Jaydee , it has been a pleasure already!!





Glowing!