An updated logo

I can't help myself - I love fluffing about with my logo - always looking for new ways to be modern and fresh! So for the moment (until I change my mind and see something else that makes me smile) here's my new logo - in a few different ways!

I'd love to know what you think

10 Reasons to Celebrate 10 Years!

I've been kinda busy lately and didn't get the chance to post this late last year but I wanted to share the love! It's been a fab 10 years and now that I am fulfilling my dream of only doing photography I am very thankful!

Special thanks to the Jones family who were the wonderful people who had faith and asked me to capture their daughters wedding all those years ago! I am forever truly grateful!

I look forward to what 2014 brings and I am full of hope, drive and passion! Woo hoo!

Christmas Sessions are now open

Christmas is nearly upon us! It's a time to celebrate family and enjoy the silly season. I love shooting in the warm summer days where the sunshine provides the most amazing warm light.

I prefer to shoot at the location of your choice, perhaps a park or the beach or even your local street. A place that has meaning to you and your family and helps to tell your story. One that can be told for years to come.

Or you can also purchase a gift voucher for a family member who seems to have everything!!

Christmas Photography Sessions are now open for bookings between now and December 10. See below for further details and if you have any questions, contact me.

Cheers
Carly

One of my favourite wedding photos

I have to say this is probably one of my most favourite Wedding photos from this year so far. It was the end of the day and one of the last shots we did and it was just perfectly sweet!

Ahhh...wedding bliss! This is why I love weddings!

Chloe & Adam's Wedding Video

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Spring to it

It's starting to look a lot like spring! The blossom is just coming out and I am so excited to be doing mini sessions for the next 2 weeks. If you are interested drop me a line to book in your spot.

Birth Notice

I was inspired by something on Pinterest recently and when at my last photo shoot of 4 week old Lucca I took this shot.

Gone Fishing

Catching up with Bek, Graeme and sweet little Xander was so great. I captured Bek & Graeme's wedding around 4 years ago and have since photographed a few more family members of theirs.

Little Xander was simply the sweetest little honey! He still wasn't walking which made the shoot nice and easy, since I wasn't having to chase him around the park. And smile - boy did he know how to do that. He didn't stop the whole time we did the shoot. Except at the end and I think at that point he was excused!

I was so excited when Graeme mentioned he wanted to do a mock fishing shot as it's something he wants to do with Xander more as he gets older. We were down near the Onkaparinga River which was the perfect spot for a fishing shot. Super sweet.

I can't wait to capture this little family again down the track.

Baylee & Martin's Wedding

I have just realised that I never posted photos from Baylee & Martin's wedding from December last year. It was such a divine day. We were worried with the rain and since the wedding was up in Stirling it seemed like it was going to happen - but just as Baylee walked down the aisle it stopped drizzling and it was perfect!
The ceremony was at Wairoa, a gorgeous property if you haven't seen it and want something different for your wedding it's worth checking out. There is an old house that provides ample photographic opportunities and the gardens do as well. My favourite spot was the row of hydrangeas that added that gorgeous pop of colour and made the photos (well in my opinion!).
We travelled back down to North Terrace in the city as their reception was at the Mortlock Library (which was rather dark - for me being a natural light photographer I had a panic! But it was fine!). A quick shoot along the Adelaide Uni grounds and Art Gallery, then lastly, behind the Library on the Romeo and Juliet stairs, as Baylee called them!

It was a great day and every bit of detail Baylee and Martin arranged looked awesome! I loved it how one of their friends ran around taking polaroids of everyone! I bet there were some classic shots in that collection!

Family Updates

It's been way too long since I have last posted on here! I will attempt to update my blog more often. I really want to upgrade my blog so it is cleaner and neater! This one drives me nuts. But it will have to wait until I make some other necessary purchases!

I am going to attempt to post every couple of days to get up to speed on my recent work.

Both of these family shoots took place outdoors at two great locations - the first being Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens and the second down at Deep Creek Conservation Park where the family were celebrating their parent's 30th Wedding Anniversary! Both really beautiful locations and lovely families too!

Beautiful baby bump

I've been a bit quiet on my blog here lately! I simply haven't had time to update my blog and am hoping once I get through this busy wedding season I will have time to post some more of my photo shoots from last year.

However, I couldn't resist putting this wonderful & beautiful shoot of Sonya & Will who are expecting their baby any day now. We did the photos at their house on an amazing summer night and actually it was the night that the Victorian fire smoke started to blow into Adelaide so the night became very hazy and a little surreal (& scary too! You couldn't even see the sun!). Luckily we got the shoot in before the darkness and I was delighted with the end results.

Nadia & Mark Engagement Session

It was the perfect night for Nadia & Mark's engagement session in Elder Park.
At one point the swans were keen to join in the session but soon left us when they realised we didn't have food!

Fall in love again

Celebrate the love with a photo shoot with the one that makes you smile and makes life worth living.
Call or email me to arrange a special shoot personalised just for you.
And yes, you can have the balloons!
Contact me via my website www.carlyhack.com.au

A perfect night with Baylee & Martin

Baylee & I have played lacrosse together for about 25 years! So I was completely honoured when she asked me to capture her wedding day with Martin (coming soon). We caught up this week to do their engagement shoot (and a little pre-wedding photo prep) at Henley Beach jetty. It was a perfect night with the most perfect lighting. Looking forward to seeing them on their wedding day now and doing it all again... with a bit more detail!!

Transforma Furniture Outdoor Range Launch

Just over a week ago Transforma Furniture officially opened their new section to their Kensington Rd showroom - the Outdoor range! It's looks fantastic and I was there to capture the night with over 100 guests. It was a warm balmy night with green and red cocktails, wonderful canapé's, great giveaways and a cool grass wall! Seriously - I want one in my house!

Here's a snap shot of some of the room shots. Check out more on their Facebook page or website.

Free Party Planner

I'm in the flow of organising Ollie's 5th Birthday Party and gotta admit - I LOVE being organised! In thinking about it I decided to design my own! Taking inspiration from Kikki. K I came up with the following layout and I love it! I feel organised and ready to roll!
Enjoy the party planner and I'd love to hear what you think of it plus any suggestions you may have to improve it.

Happy planning!

Amy & Stewart

Amy & Stewart got married at The Edinburgh gardens recently. Since it was the middle of winter we anticipated a very chilly day but it was surprisingly mild and not a spot of rain around! Phew!

Darling Blog Workshop Scholarship Giveaway!

Isn't there always a reason to keep improving our blogs?! I know I need a lesson or two! I would love some new tips to maximise the number of people who would read my blog that would also convert to business for my photography work.

Darling Tree is divine! You can check out how to enter to win this prize here: http://www.yourdarlingblog.com/

Happy little family! Welcome to the world Lyla

My Nikon Life Magazine

I was very excited to receive my copy of My Nikon Life with my Food Glorious Food submission photos after winning the competition last month! Ben and I had such fun a Chianti Classico on Hutt Street. Truly the food was divine and I was extremely full after 3 courses and a bottle of wine (shared of course!).