Melbourne Newborn, Baby & Maternity Photography: Iris Creations Photography

4 months – Brisbane Baby Photography

Gemma — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:40:38 +0000

This may be hard to believe, but I was very close to not taking my camera at all, to my recent trip to Brisbane. In fact, until 5 minutes before I was leaving for the airport, I didn’t have it in my bag at all. It was sitting on the table staring at me. I even tweeted about not taking it, and how empowered that felt. WOW. I was going to have 6 days of no camera. A minute after feeling empowered, I felt lost, so in went the camera and ONE lens. MINIMAL.

Why wasn’t I going to take the camera? The foot. Well of course, I’m glad I did, but still think it’s rather amusing that darling Finn was very similar to my own two boys. Full of smiles until I bring out the big black camera. Then the smiles will suddenly disappear. (unless I’m using the IPhone camera, or the compact snap camera)

But Finn was rather serious while I was there. There were other things to concentrate on, like his Christening, teething, catching his toes & wind pain. Yep the poor little man had some pretty nasty bouts of it. But still, he’s adorable is he not??

Here are a few images of the 4 month old

Yes there are more to come hehe

Glow – Melbourne Maternity Photography

Gemma — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 05:10:42 +0000

August is booming with gorgeous bellies! This lovely lady was very generous to postpone her session a week or two due to my silly broken foot! (which is healing well, and now in a super cool “moon-boot” – making moving around MUCH easier)

All the best for the rest of your pregnancy, I look forward to meeting your baby soon!

All about Finn!

Gemma — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 04:10:29 +0000

Last week I was lucky. I got to escape the cold & winter of Melbourne, and spend 6 days in sunny Brisbane. Did the weather put on a nice show? Sure did! 28 one day, and beautiful sunshine for the Saturday – which hosted a special day for a very special little man. Mr Finn, on his 4 month ‘birthday’ had his Christening/Naming Day/Welcoming Ceremony/Dedication. And I became officially his Godmother! So not proud am I??

His ‘gown’ was a vintage find from the 1940’s, and Rod, who married Finn’s Parents & Aunt & Uncle, led the beautiful yet simple ceremony to officially welcome Finn to the world, and uncle Blake & I as his Godparents.

Now I have to admit, I’m not responsible for these images.. (except if there is a cake in the photo and a couple of others) Morgan (currently studying film at Queensland Collage of Film & Televison) saw my camera, went gooey-eyed over it, so who could deny letting him capture the day?! And I think I can safely say that he has done an amazing job. Not to mention that for once, I was in FRONT of the camera. Now that is slightly rare! So if the career in film doesn’t work out Morgan, let me know…

And yes, there are more Finn photos to come, of course….

Glow

Gemma — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:06:09 +0000

Inside is baby number 3! Mum spent a few weeks toying with the idea of a maternity session, and I’m SO glad you did, because (and I know that everyone will agree) you look AMAZING!

I hope you enjoy your preview, I can’t wait to meet your baby soon!

Mr O, 2 1/2 weeks – Melbourne Baby Photography

Gemma — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 06:12:51 +0000

This little guy had me on my toes! He was very interested in what was going on around him, and not so keen on ‘missing out’ by sleeping. But with a little patience he was off to sleep and very content!

I love personalising images for my clients, and Mum & Dad had a fantastic prop and idea, which this little man was quite happy to do!

I hope you enjoy the preview Mum & Dad!

(Just on a side note, the last image in this post was performed with extreme care, at all times he was supported. I take safety very seriously and never place a gorgeous newborn in danger, even for a split second.)

Miss A, 2 1/2 weeks & Glowing – Melbourne Baby Photography

Gemma — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 04:02:06 +0000

I’m a wee bit behind on blogging, so here comes a double post!

Isn’t this little girl just the sweetest?! She settled so fast and enjoy posing so much that she was out of the studio in an hour! Made me almost nervous that I didn’t take any photographs it was so quick! But here she is!

A little shout out to the amazing Amanda Keeys, who designs these beautiful hats, which are available here!

And to part II of our post, this gorgeous couple celebrating their pregnancy with photography – I can’t wait to meet your bundle, and look forward to seeing you again soon!

Mr L, 12 Days – Melbourne Baby Photography

Gemma — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 07:43:41 +0000

When I was young, I had many injuries. From Dance to Athletics, I did my knees, my ankles, my shins. Well, the night before this little guys session, I tripped. Now when I do something, I do it RIGHT. (Well this is what I LIKE to do! -Just not when I trip) I braced myself, and yes, ouch. As with most times we stub our toe we wait for that pain to die off after about 15 seconds. Well this time, it didn’t. OH NO!

Mr L’s parents got a slightly early morning phone call before they left for the car ride, asking if we could perhaps make it the next day, as I think I’ve broken something.

Sure enough. I had. My big toe. But just because I do things RIGHT. It was in the joint. This then meant that I needed a second opinion to see if I needed surgery. Yep, on a toe.

I narrowly escaped the surgery (well for now, I see a surgeon next week) but found myself in a half cast, and on crutches. Feeling mighty sorry for myself.

SO! With the wonderful help of Miss Bec (our part time assistant) we photographed Mr L the day after. Now you are not allowed to scroll this post quickly without admiring these eyelashes. They were the longest a cutest lashes I have ever seen. Mum seemed quite convinced that he was not going to like the session, as he had shown some great distaste for being undressed. I love a mission!

(Mum & Dad, I’m listening – totally by chance! – to the Kings now! I hope you enjoy your preview, and thanks for your patience!)

So on a admin note: The studio is still available for newborns, and we encourage you to call to enquire about Maternity & Baby sessions. At this stage due to Gemma’s injury, sessions are only available in the Point Cook studio.

Mr C, 10 days – Melbourne Newborn Photography

Gemma — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 01:14:00 +0000

A few weeks ago, a photographer friend of mine Chrissy Torney asked if I would mentor her in some new newborn skills. With Chrissy predominately a children’s lifestyle photographer, and myself a newborn photographer – it was a lot of fun combining both our styles as we photographed this GORGEOUS little boy in his own home.

Chrissy, I hope you had a lot of fun, I sure did!! Sorry it’s taken a while to get this post up!

Miss F, 10 days new – Melbourne Baby Photography

Gemma — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 01:28:55 +0000

Gorgeous Miss F, a sweet 10 day old, photographed by Janet & I

Fiona Carson, (Bec+Fo photography in Brisbane) unfortunately couldn’t travel down to Melbourne to photogaph her friends new baby girl, so I hope these images can help introduce her to you Fo!

It was lovely meeting you Mum (and Grandma!) I hope you enjoy your preview!

Mr N, 3 weeks – Melbourne Baby Photography

Gemma — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 23:37:40 +0000

This gorgeous boy was very very cute! And loved being held. Especially when Mum & Dad had some photos taken with him!

I hope you enjoy the preview Mum & Dad, your full gallery is coming very soon!