Three Generations...
It’s been a while since I last blogged, but this one deserves a mention.
Trevor Sealy
I was asked by Mr Sealy to take some family photos, and I immediately said: “of course!” This was going to be a special photo opportunity for me to capture three generations of this family. I am close with this family and have seen its growth throughout the years, to capture it was going to be an honour for me.
Mr and Mrs Sealy were very active in the banking sector, rushing to and from work daily, all the while being the family heads for their two daughters Jeanine and Kimberley. There were always valuable lessons learned from Mr and Mrs Sealy directly or indirectly as they shared their experiences and life stories. Time ticked on and then there was the development of relationships between Jeanine and Kimberly and their now husbands, Trevor Clarke and Courtney Ramsay.
From left to right: Trevor Clarke, Jeanine Clarke, Trevor Sealy, Andrea Sealy, Kimberly Ramsay, Courtney Ramsay
Jeanine and Trevor started the family expansion with their first son Joshua, then daughter Layla. Kimberley and Courtney kept the growth with their daughter Maegan. As this younger generation grew under the guide of their respective parents and now grandparents, Jeannine and Trevor added Amber to the growing family unit. As if to put the seal on the Sealy family tree, Kimberley and Courtney added master Luke.
From Left: Trevor, Amber, Layla, Jeanine, Joshua
From left: Courtney, Maegan, Luke, Kimberly
It’s not easy to summarise as I have watched them grow to be the amazing family unit that they are today. Enough with the words, let us see what went down…
Lighting Assistant: Regal Imagery Photography
Meet the Cassidys
I will start by saying that I live for clients and moments like this…
Mukti and Ryan Cassidy on their beach walk
Ah, where to begin ... AMAZING! I was weary about booking a photo shoot for our 3rd Anniversary, I’m sooo glad I did. Jason was prompt answering all of my questions and concerns! He made you feel at ease from the first moment to the end. He is the most professional, fun, down-to-earth photographer! He listened to what I wanted and I got nothing short of exactly that. Special memories, captured for a lifetime. All thanks to him. I highly recommended him if you are needing a shoot done in Barbados for anything. Meeting him and luckily his wife for our shoot was the best experience. It’s like making new friends in new places! Hopefully we will return to Barbados one day!
Had the most amazing time EVER with this couple, I would do it all over again!! Thank you so much for allowing me to capture your moments on your special celebration. Definitely will look into that breadfruit next time they are coming!!
Here is a little of what went down for their session
About the views…
Loved how the sunlight was in Mukti’s hair that day
Told me they loved nature and the tall trees…
We would love to have a sunset… Sure thing!! (thanks to my wife for the lighting)
We had a great time!
Mother and Daughter Photo session
It was an honour and joy to photograph these two ladies.
Received an email from Deirdre (Dear-dra - inside joke) asking about my availability to photograph a special moment for her and daughter. A few emails to and fro and we were set with the date and location.
Deirdre's requirements were simple, she wanted natural and relaxed photos in a nice location. The best place for this would be Farley Hill National Park, it's just a magical location. "Make sure you get some candid moments" she said.
Deirdre & Chloe met me with warm smiles and excitement in their voices, I knew this was going to be a wonderful time, we chatted and walked. While walking I would either dart ahead of them or drift back and capture their interaction with each other, we chatted about why this trip was so special for them, Chloe had just turned 18 and this was their way of celebrating, first time to the Island and just having fun and adventure.
Whilst chatting Deirdre asked, "what made you get into photography?" after a few seconds I looked at her and replied, "this...creating memories for people"
I hope to meet them again, here's a bit of what happened.
Richanna and Kyle
If this is how 2018 going to be... I happily welcome it.
Contact was made mid-November with Richanna about having a couple session done, we chatted back and fro about rates and packages. She wanted to have a shoot done early in January, somehow we lost contact and then Christmas happened... I got an email confirming the first Saturday in January. (Insert mad scramble to check emails).
For those of you in Barbados, we have been having a rainy January and that Saturday was a monsoon. Called Richanna to reschedule for another date only to hear, "Oh no.. my makeup is done" That is international language for... We doing this shoot today.
We played the waiting game, hour by hour and pushed ahead. On location, we had a 15-second window before the monsoon. The sound of disappointment in Richanna's voice was strong, we had to reschedule. The following Saturday we were almost dealt with the same fate but the weather held up and we were able to have an amazing session. I had a great time with these two, thank you Richanna and Kyle for giving me the opportunity to capture your moments.
A little of what went down
When sisters decide to shoot...
Epic start to 2018... I can only hope this is the start of things to come.
I received a booking from Adrianna wanting to take some photos with her sister on her arrival to Barbados, I gathered from the excitement, they had not seen each other for a while.
Booking confirmed and I was left to wonder how am I going to photograph these two ladies to make a lasting memory for them. Challenge accepted!!
On the day of the shoot I finally met Andrea, she brought such energy and confidence to the set, it was amazing!! Adrianna was nervous (you would think she never shot with me before) We had such an awesome shoot, thank you, Adrianna and Andrea, for starting off the year on this high note
Some of what went down
MUA: JWINTERMAKEUP
What a Year!!
What an incredible year!
Looking back on the year 2017, I have to admit it was a learning one for me, good and bad. The experiences have made me a better person and photographer.
To those who I have worked with, whether on personal projects or clients, I would like to say thank you for putting your trust in me, and I eagerly look forward to 2018 with a renewed vision.
To everyone Have a wonderful 2018 and I look forward to serving you to the best of my ability.
You didn't think I was done, did you?... Here are some of my favourites in 2017
Tana and Raymond Wedding
Nova's first birthday
Celebrating 70 yrs with Ms. Alleyne and her family
Pretty in Yellow
Hanging out with Keisha
Working with this amazing lady "Biker Beauty" Thanks, MONA!!!
Family Session with Ian and Tiffany
Hanging out with Renee
Family/Couple Session with Wesley and Sheena
Hanging out with Joanne
The amazing Tamirah... One of the most powerful images we created
Always a pleasure to work with her
Engagement session Matt and Lisa. Their review totally floored me, thank you guys
Such a wonderfl duo!
Kristie celebrating her 30th birthday with husband Kevin. That's one huge cupcake
Celebrating her 7th birthday!
Random portrait with Natasha
Andre asked and Tracy said yes
She definitely said yes!
Crop Over 2017 Collab with the talented BLVCallure
Working with "Get Glammed Artistry" for her crop over 2017 looks
Being part of Krista's "bride tribe" moment..EPIC
Girlfriend Session with Sheena and her girls.
Edward and Anna honeymoon in Barbados
Working with the amazing Keisha on the concept "Garden Secrets"
"Garden Secrets" concept with the lovely Keisha.
Sherice and David anniversary session.
Darlene and Silvestre spend their anniversary in Barbados
Amazing couple session with Kevin and Terri
Portrait session with the beautiful Dr. Gabrielle Cumberbatch
Birthday session at Crane Resort
One magical surprise engagement moment
The discovery of Monica... hoping to work with her again
Hanging out with Shane and Gabrielle
Super proud of my long time and close friend Sumayya at her first art showing
That time Joanne rocked our natural light session
Family session with the Shepherds
Hanging out one night with Angela and Shawn
Hanging out with Andrea for a portrait session.
To everyone I worked with, thank you!. Special thanks to regal imagery photography and BlvcAllure for your availability on some of these projects. My fellow photographers thank you for your input and suggestions.