The Augustyn's - Family photos

Andrea's 13th Birthday

Photographer: Patrick

Location shoot: Altydgedacht Wine estate (Durbanville)

Andrea and 9 friends took over the picnic area, next to the restaurant at Altydgedacht Wine estate on Saturday 27th November 2010, and requested that we do a part studio-style, part scenic, photographic shoot to celebrate Andrea's 13th birthday. No costs were spared. A make-up artist was recruited for the occasion, to beautify all the girls and prepare them for the shoot, while drinks and snacks were served by the staff at Altydgedacht's restaurant. The girls all looked amazing, and were naturals in front of the camera.

While the photos were printing, the girls decorated their frames and enjoyed some rather unique, meringue covered cupcakes! We supplied each girl with one (unedited) print, which was mounted onto their individually decorated photo frame.

It was a great day with kind, relaxed clients, which made the shoot that much more enjoyable.

Take a look at some shots from the day, and contact us for any further prints.

The outdoor studio shoot:

Gabriella's 9th Birthday

Studio Party: Photographer Patrick.

If you would like to order some photographs please contact me.

Studio Party Shoot

If you want to have a party, this is such a great way to start the evening. It is HUGE fun. If a 94 year old lady is willing to wear playboy bunny ears you know you have a winner. After the photoshoot, they had a wonderful tea. Charyke at With Love Baking did the decor and made the yummy goodies. They were almost to pretty to eat. Not only does it look pretty it tasted divine.
All parties can be made to suit the theme of the day. Instead of high tea, you could have cocktails. Instead of alcohol you could decorate a frame. The parties are catered age appropriately and theme appropriately. Contact me to book your party.

Teaser - Studio party

Studio Parties are for the young and old! The ages at this party ranged from 50 - 94 years OLD! The birthday girl turned 65. It was awesome having everyone let their hair down and there was lots and lots of giggles.

A month for One Year old girls! Mia

Faith turns 1

Jenna turns 1

Studio Party Shoot

This weekend we had our first Studio Party. It was a great success and everyone loved it! The children had a blast and the moms relaxed, chatted and had tea and cake.

When the children arrived, they first chose the props they would like to use. The hats

and the boas were definitly the favourites.

After a 45min shoot, with the music blaring and the girls acting silly. They sang Happy Birthday and had their cooldrink and snacks. Did you see Kirstyn's birthday cake? I want one!

Then it was time for crafts. The girls got creative and they all decorated their frames so beautifully. While I was busy helping witht the crafts, Patrick was editing and printing the photographs. The girls got to go home with a group photo in their frames. I think its a dream party for any girl!

Kirstyn's 8th Birthday

If you would like to order photographs, Please email jilda_g@mweb.co.za

Model / Boudoir Photoshoots

Professional photoshoots are becoming more and more popular at the moment.

Like many women we always think we are not slim enough or beautiful enough but it is for your photographer to bring out your beauty, to make you shine. A little photoshop also never hurts. If the celebrities can, why can't we?

Before arriving at the studio you should decide on the kind of theme you would like, fashion, fun, vintage, glam or boudoir.

If you have decided on a shoot with friends try and co-ordinate the theme. Having a photoshoot with friends also relaxes you.

Bright colours come out really well against the white studio backdrop, so try to avoid white, or pastel colours. Bring a couple of different outfits.

Accessories should also be bigger and bolder than what you would wear in real life. The shoot is all about fun. Be playful!

Boudoir shoots have also become a firm favourite with the ladies as gifts for their partners. It could be a bride to be who wants a wedding present for her husband or it could be an anniversary present. Sometims for no other reason other than "I feel good!" These shoots make great coffee table books.

Posing is probably the bit most people are nervous about. It's difficult to know what looks good and what looks unnatural when you're under the bright lights.
I will be able to tell you what to do and what works, but it's also a good idea to have brainstormed a few potential shots before your shoot. Magazines are always a good reference. Even bring along some pictures. Some of your best photos will be spur of the moment ideas.

The most important thing is that you have fun , this will reflect well in your photographs.
Book and I will be Shooting you soon!

Photoshoot

Thanks Sue for a great shoot!

Kaitlin - 6 weeks old

This was my very first shoot in my new studio and it was literally christened by Kaitlin, apparantly it means good luck. So a big thanks to Kaitlin, Wendy and Donovan!

Welcome to our new Studio!

Welcome to Jilda G Photographic Studios.

Patrick and I have decided to go into a new business together. We have built the studio from scratch and I am really excited to share this post with you.

We will be doing all kinds of photography, maternity, newborn, couples, family, lifestyle, boudoir and PARTIES!

Patrick will be involved with the canvas prints, editing, the making up of photobooks and he will also be shooting when I am not available. Patrick, last year published a pictorial guide book and he did all the photography himself and is a rather keen photographer.

What I am really excited about introducing are the Studio Parties. I don't know of anyone who does this so its going to be fun and exciting.

The parties are targeted at all ages from 7-70 years old. Its all about having a fun time. It could be for your birthday, hen party, baby shower or just a group of friends or colleagues who want to have a fun time.

The party will consisit of a 45 min shoot with good music and lots of props, let your hair down or wear a wig!

If it is a childrens party, after the shoot there will be craft time, where they will decorate a photo frame. By the time their craft making is done, we will cut cake and sing. By the end of the party your photos will be edited and all your guests will leave with a group photo for their frame.

The host will receive the photos on a Cd and the other parents can view the pics on this blog.

Of course the parties will be age appropriate, so if you not keen to decorate a frame, you can have high tea, decorate cupcakes or make some cocktails if you plan on going out later.

The choices are endless.....

Book your shoot!