3 Cheeky Monkeys: Bentleigh

It's been a while since I blogged.  And a family to boot!

I really loved this session for it's simplicity.  Basically a mini, we had a timeslot of 30 minutes on the only afternoon
it could possibly be done before the little one was losing her front teeth to a childhood accident=infection=dental extraction
the following day. 

Believe it or not, we found the only pretty light on a dull cold day, down the local primary school while my own kids
played soccer nearby.  Nothing ideal, nothing precious.

Just a quick change of clothes "behind the shelter sheds" and a wipe of whatever was for afternoon tea at the
local daycare centre and/or afterschool care.

Troopers.  Brilliant.
That's how you do it!

x
Lea

Three More House Tours!

eek!
I've been busy with All!The!Things!

I find myself running around town mumbling this under my breath like a mantra:
All!The!Things!

Trying to remember all the places I have to be, all these things I need to do, all the promises I have to keep!

2015 certainly hit the ground running.


In the meantime I missed telling you about:
A Sweet Petite in Adelaide!

A photo posted by Leanne (@hbfotografic) on Dec 15, 2014 at 11:36pm PST

An Excellent Adventure in Melbourne Town:

A photo posted by Leanne (@hbfotografic) on Feb 4, 2015 at 2:33pm PST

and a Shining Jewel by the Beach:

A photo posted by Leanne (@hbfotografic) on Mar 4, 2015 at 3:44pm PST

There's also been another two tours, a trip to Japan and more kinders than I can blow raspberries at ..
plus corporate work and all.the.things.

( I started writing this blog post months ago and never finished it O_o ! )

I did mention on my Facebook Page that I am totes booked out this year and have been referring people
onto trusted colleagues, but i've been neglecting this space, so there it is.

I'm bone-tired and have my sights set on 2016. Because this year? Gone. Bye. Hasta.

One day .. hopefully soon ... everything will align and run smoothly and money will just magically appear
for minimal effort.

But, for now, just heavy slog with dubious re compensations :)


xx
Lea

Happy New 2015!

Hello there!


Big changes this year for Leanne Bertram Photography.

Firstly - the name .. yes .. h&b foto.grafic has retired. 
It was time to move on to something more encompassing and allow me a clean break.
 ( And yes, it's a bit boring, but the google engines like it - it is what it is and 
i'll never have to change it again. )

I tried a few other cloaks on first though.  They were terrible.
Cliched, meaningless, indulgent, or completely 'really'?

I toyed in the background for more than a few years - it was clear I was never
going find something I love that I couldn't pick apart.

So I went safe.


I finally got a my new website up and running, and after a few years where I found myself saying YES to things I really should have said NO to .. it's time to make some changes. 


1. WEEKENDS :
- "Sorry!  Can we try for a weeknight instead?!"

2. NEW! : GARDEN SESSIONS
- affordable, easy, beautiful images that wont break the bank!

3. KINDER PHOTOGRAPHY. 
- Booming.  Don't think; book now.

4. HOUSE TOURS. 
- My love and joy.  If you have a funky / interesting home, i'd love to meet you

5. HEADSHOTS & CORPORATE. 
- Updated easy-to understand corporate packages for 2015

OVERVIEW: 

FOR YOU:  Simpler pricing, easier sessions, clearer outlines, everyone happy

FOR ME:    Simpler pricing, easier sessions, clearer outlines, everyone happy 

1.  In 2015, I will no longer be working weekends. 
I know, i'm sorry families, but there's still plenty of hours at the end of a working day, or after school,
especially in Daylight Savings.  My weekdays are so fully booked now, I cant do weekends as well and
forfeit my own family time.   I hope you can understand ♥

2. 6yrs ago, I had a dream.. as a home-loving, garden-nurturing Taurean, I planned to turn our
empty backyard into a sort of Secret Garden, and capture children's portraits from my own garden studio.
It really is a big, beautiful space.

However, plants take time to grow.

This year, I am tentatively opening up reduced-price sessions to allow this to happen.
If you are a past client and you'd like an updated portrait of your little ones .. please contact me for a special offer.
If you are a new client, you too will be pleased at my regular prices, making beautiful classic childhood portraits
something everyone can enjoy.

3. Kinder Photography continues to grow strong and take up much of my time.
Little Big Adventures offers by far the best photography and packages in town.  I'm really not kidding.
Please get in touch if you would like to know more.

4.  Apartment Therapy is my love and my muse.  It's my happy work.
If you know of a funky arty interesting home that would look beautiful as a feature, again, let me know.

5. Headshots and Corporate.  I have also streamlined my pricing for 2015 to make it easier for everyone,
be it designers looking for a photographer for their clients, or direct bookings.

Previously quoting on a bespoke type arrangement after considering all alternatives, I have
grouped together 4 easy-to-understand packages.

6.  All my pricing is now up on the website and accessible via an easy link.
If you are signed up to my newsletter ( form below ), the passcodes will be sent out with
the next newsletter .. or if you'd rather - simply contact me for the link.





Here's to a happy and successful year - for all of us!

Enjoy,
Leanne

Thankyou & Goodnight ( 2014 )

Please excuse if any of the pics look funny .. everything's been sized and resized a 1000 times
and back again, and my computer died ( good timing, would have been disastrous earlier
in the year! ), so i'm just letting things be.

The main thing is that i'm thankful for this year - thankful for the work and the fun and
the laughs, and the opportunities.

I've cut back on family photography due to time restraints and ramped up small business
and kinders.

I got the job at Apartment Therapy, which is just the sunrise and sunset of my days
and my utter joy.

I work alongside a good friend and funny person ( who also thinks i'm funny and puts up
with my .. mm .. quirks ), and we get to photograph funny little people who tell us
funny little things. 

Like that we have bad hair.  Or tell bad jokes :/
Thanks kids, you keep us honest :)

This is but a small fraction of my work this year:

( edit:  technology is great, huh?  Except when it doesnt work...
You can view the slideshow on my facebook page, but in the meantime - here's a pic of my
boys to enjoy )

I photographed a birth, and a cookbook, and even did some work for Woolies.
It was a very good year.

I'm looking forward to 2015.


Thank YOU for being part of it, and for hiring me and referring me on.
It's a tough line of work, and connections are King. 

Enjoy your break, wherever you are, and i'll see you in the New Year.



xx
Leanne

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Seven Points Holistic Healing :: Melbourne Commercial Photographer

Justine recently opened her new premises in Bentleigh and needed some images for a website revamp.

Seven points Holistic Healing is a green, calming, beautiful space.

As you walk in the door you feel immediately lifted and refreshed.
It's light, and the colour palette immediately invites you to take a big cleansing breath in..

As if you just entered a rainforest.

Justine practices Reiki.

Reiki is a holistic practice that focuses healing on a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level.
All her healings include a guided meditation, healing oils, in a safe space for you to unwind.

Reiki is used to help assist balance mind, body & spirit.

Justine is initiated in Reiki levels 1 & 2 and is currently studying for her Reiki masters.

She is a member of Reiki Australia.

In conjunction with the launch of her new space and h&b foto.grafic, pop on down for an initial consultation
normally valued at $75 .. but mention you heard about Seven Points here and receive the special price of $65
for the months of May & June only.

Recharge and be nurtured.

Seven Points can be found at:


Seven Points | Holistic Healing
Shop 7, Centre Arcade
325 Centre Road
Bentleigh 3204
0408 375 961

HOURS

Monday – 10am – 6pm
Tuesday – 10am – 3pm
Wednesday – 7pm – 9pm
Saturday – 12.30pm – 5pm

By appointment only

Stacey's Family :: Melbourne Family Photographer

Love these pictures.





Such a beautiful family.





Some wine, some sport, some mosquitos ( they were huge suckers! )





Cuddles..









Gorgeous man-childs..





and laughter .. always laughter.





Thanks for hanging out with me guys.

xx
Lea

Annual Leave!

I am taking some time out with family to unwind and relax ♥
Back on the 17th August - see you then!

xx
Leanne

The Look of Love :: Melbourne Family Photographer

I honestly think these images speak for themselves. ( The Beautiful E. family .. enjoy! x )

Madame Wu :: Melbourne Commercial Photographer

Introducing Madame Wu.
100 Ormond Street, Elwood






Anyone that knows me knows Asian food is my weakness.

Madame Wu is a welcome and modern addition to the popular Elwood strip.
The staff are friendly and ambience is elegant and warm.

I was particularly taken with the handblown glass light pendants the owner/chef Tony told me he imported himself, with much delicacy.
It was obvious to me the restaurant has been launched with real passion and pride.






Madame Wu's is open for Dinner Tuesday to Sunday from 6.00pm
and for Yum Cha Saturday & Sunday 11.00 to 3.00pm

Come in to experience Tony's changing seasonal menu of Cantonese food that is old in heritage but has a modern twist.







Madame Wu are now on the web: http://www.madamewu.com.au,
and facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MadameWuElwood






Website for Madame Wu by Webby Web Design.
If you're in the market for a new website, try Webby:
http://www.webbywebdesign.com.au/

The Fun & Gorgeous M Family :: Melbourne Family Photographer

I knew this family would be fun when I met them at my local Swim School.. our world-wisened little ones working the i-pad apps like Pros while they waited for their older siblings...

This was compounded when I received back the pre-session questionaire, describing their family as "Low key and dysfunctional"

Ha ha . perfect.. just like mine then.

Love these couple shots ..

And in every family .. a ballerina ..

... and a clown...

Lots of fun this lot, I think it shows ;)

Enjoy!