Karl Lagerfeld Interviews Karl Lagerfeld.
avalon; noun. an island, represented as an earthly paradise. also the name of my home.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
danni boy
rumi of fashiontoast has bryan, nicole of garypepper has luke, and nirrimi has m.
moments ago i posted a request on facebook opening an application for a photographer boyfriend.
ive decided that it is poignant key in having a successful blog. self timer and mirror snaps will not suffice. it received a sudden flush of comments, and somehow my fluff post with a serious undertone sparked a conversation with my dear friend Daniel McStay, photographer and primary school friend. Its practically a business romance made in heaven. He's going to accompany me during fashion week, were both hoping for a few beautiful fleeting moments in aid of good photos and good company. if we so happen to hate each others face to the point of awkward, disregard this post ;)
now maleika of houseofavalon has a danny. perfect.
valeska sascha karuna
this is the only image i pulled from my shoot with my sister valeska;
before the light absolutely cut on us
before the light absolutely cut on us
Sunday, January 29, 2012
capturing the capturer; about the new project.
for a true photographer there is something invigorating and intense about finding that exact right moment to take the picture. a breath of 'keep it there' rushes through your body as you scramble to capture something alive and real that you've just been a witness to, through you're lens.
and in that moment, you strive for perfection and judge for the placing of every last strand of hair. whether its finding your lines of symmetry, a powerful jux to position or an accidental moment of life; there is no better feeling than in that instant.
photographer, i think, is a term that is to be used loosely. the ability to take quality photos has lost its sacridity and exclusivity. the capability to take beautiful photos has become crutched by technology.
up until recently i have been skeptical as to calling myself a photographer. something i am still struggling to draw my own line with, as it is indeed everyone's right to have and own their own moments captured in quality.
in a day and age where technology is moving faster than the tabloids, every person has found their own device individual to their style and choice of photo. my new project comes from all of this, and also i find taking photos of others taking photos takes the edge off for a moment.
i have always had this theory that asian tourists must be in possession of some of the most breathtaking photos that exist on this planet. for they are forever snapping away, camera glued to them at every moment right from child.
here is to capturing the capturer, and for me i hope to find that moment of passion through my lens through theres.
ps. i believe blogger, the satorialist has followed a similiar concept. i would like to note that this has only been the most placid form of inspiration rather than replication, that is all.
M.
and in that moment, you strive for perfection and judge for the placing of every last strand of hair. whether its finding your lines of symmetry, a powerful jux to position or an accidental moment of life; there is no better feeling than in that instant.
photographer, i think, is a term that is to be used loosely. the ability to take quality photos has lost its sacridity and exclusivity. the capability to take beautiful photos has become crutched by technology.
up until recently i have been skeptical as to calling myself a photographer. something i am still struggling to draw my own line with, as it is indeed everyone's right to have and own their own moments captured in quality.
in a day and age where technology is moving faster than the tabloids, every person has found their own device individual to their style and choice of photo. my new project comes from all of this, and also i find taking photos of others taking photos takes the edge off for a moment.
i have always had this theory that asian tourists must be in possession of some of the most breathtaking photos that exist on this planet. for they are forever snapping away, camera glued to them at every moment right from child.
here is to capturing the capturer, and for me i hope to find that moment of passion through my lens through theres.
ps. i believe blogger, the satorialist has followed a similiar concept. i would like to note that this has only been the most placid form of inspiration rather than replication, that is all.
M.
bill cunningham; new york.
I watched this film in melbourne over fresh chocolatier pastries.
It lifted the spirits of every one in the room and each to their own,
I wanted to have my camera glued to my hand from that day forward.
Find a way to watch this.
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Kanyeday
i whimmed it on a last minute solo mission.
mark my words mission was no understatement. and neither was last minute.
i flew into Sydney with no ticket to his show.
i got amazing tickets and got the oppurtunity to go backstage after the show.
im still spinning out, but it was if i may say so, thebest night of my life.
being by myself was invigorating and i got to talk to some really amazing people.
even Kanye himself.
im trying to saver the moments in the few videos and snap shots i took that night.
his performance literally rocked me, so much respect for someone who is completely absorbed and committed to his art.
and no, for those wondering. hes not arrogant, hes an artist and a business man.
aah; yes, yeezy. yes.
* ps. i would like to a credit the second last image to one Victoria Jackson pulled from the Ray Ban Pedestrian TV Comp. of Kanye at 2011's Splendour in the Grass
* ps. i would like to a credit the second last image to one Victoria Jackson pulled from the Ray Ban Pedestrian TV Comp. of Kanye at 2011's Splendour in the Grass
latest shoot
i had the oppurtunity to shoot my petite and beautiful friend Karell. We spent most the shoot, sweating it out in the back of my mums car in fits of laughter because we were sure mum was starting to suspect lesbian behaviour on my behalf when she came out to smell the neighbours flowers. * insert confused "!?" face here* ps. i really need to start watermarking my work.
this is a collection of images taken over the last year from around AU and US.
colour infused and full of life. id love to keep following this style.
1. kids on the st. Melbourne, AU | 2. city outskirts NYC, USA | 3. through the bridge NYC, USA | 4. sunset riding Melbourne, AU | 5. yellow cabs NYC, USA | 6. Broadway NYC, USA | 7. felion Sydney, AU | 8. king and queen Sydney, AU | 9. sidewalk produce NYC, USA | 10. tiger Sydney, AU | 11. little Espaniol Los Angeles, USA | 12. spanish markets Los Angeles, USA |13. melting haze Los Angeles, USA | 14. brunswick st. Melbourne, AU | 15. teacups in disneyland Anaheim, USA
in time.
i have to admit, ive had a bad habbit.
and it needs to be broken.
and it needs to be broken.
or this blog is going to stay reputably damaged and undesirably neglected.
as 21 approaches.
its time to reflect, reject and respect.
as 21 approaches.
its time to reflect, reject and respect.
in passing i've encountered a few moments in the brief month that has been 2012, that tell me alot about myself; unweathering self beleif, creativity and honesty.
im a yes man.
im a yes man.
a family time advocate.
and a me time crusader.
im about going out on a whim, and doing it for myself.
in the end its only you.
to more photos.
to more solo adventures.
to more solo adventures.
to more creative ownership.
herehere.
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