Monthly Archives: August 2010

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Heartfelt | Melbourne baby photographer

30 August, 2010 – 4:30 pm

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched; they must be felt with the heart”
- Helen Keller

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Just Yesterday… | Baby photography Melbourne

26 August, 2010 – 10:11 pm

Just yesterday I gave birth to a baby. Today, that baby turned one.
Just yesterday I had a brand new tiny little newborn. Today, I have a little boy who is growing and learning day by day.
Just yesterday the world stopped turning for just a moment, just long enough to watch a new soul breathe life into his lungs. Today, the world stopped turning for a moment again.
Just yesterday I watched him swimming in clothes that were far too big for him, his little arms getting lost in the mountain of fabric he was yet to grow in to. Today, I folded away his size 00 clothes for the last time.
Just yesterday my heart witnessed the instant poetic bond between siblings. Today I heard “Charlie no!!” from his sibling far too many times.
Just yesterday I felt still in the fragility and innocence this amazing person taught me. Today, I watched him fall over and over trying to walk, fiercely persistent without a care in the world.

Yes friends, is was only just yesterday… don’t blink.

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So many reasons to smile | Newborn photography

24 August, 2010 – 2:21 pm

Because she is loved
Because her peachy perfect skin and rosebud lips are something to be treasured
Because she made my day better, brighter and more full of wonderful heart
Because at six weeks of age, she was so good to give her gorgeous mama the photo she was so hoping to get…

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Change is beautiful | Melbourne photographer

20 August, 2010 – 9:00 am

About a year ago, loyal blog followers will remember that I had a gorgeous new logo designed for me that was so much more fitting and reflective of me than my original one. I loved my logo. I still do. But I realised that the logo, and indeed the direction my lovely business was headed, no longer suited its surroundings.

I began the arduous task of trying to re-brand.

I needed my online presence to reflect everything about the way I approach my photography and the beautiful people with whom I am blessed to share amazing moments. It needed to encapsulate feeling (as well as being practical) - comfort, serenity, love, tenderness and care – like the images I capture are a reflection of my heart, my branding needed to reflect those same qualities. I spent more hours in what I like to call ‘concept’ mode for far longer than I care to admit to – it had to be right, it had to be me.

When this all finally came together, I felt like a great weight had been lifted off my shoulders. All of the puzzle pieces finally fit. It was all there in front of me, and I was itching to share it with everyone – a celebration of all of the amazing people that have come into my life. It felt right, and I’m so happy to see it all come to life. Yes, change is beautiful.

Welcome to my heart, my sanctuary, my new home. Sit down, and stay a while.

Welcome to the new Kristen Cook | Photographer.

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Beautiful day | Melbourne newborn photographer

13 August, 2010 – 8:04 am

Let’s make this a wonderful
Let’s make this a powerful
Let’s make this a Beautiful Day
It’s a Beautiful Day

- India Arie

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Nature’s tears | Melbourne photographer

10 August, 2010 – 9:35 pm

“The sky is crying mummy!” she said with wide-eyed astonishment. It has been raining quite a bit lately in Melbourne, and I can’t say my little Miss Mia is a fan of it (it prevents her visits to the park, naturally, which she adores with all of her heart) but to hear her new interpretation of rain made me smile.
“Why is it crying?” I asked her, wondering if she would allow me some insight into her gorgeous mind.
“I don’t know. It’s sad because the sun’s hiding?”
“Maybe…”
“Why does it have to rain, mummy?” she asked.
“It needs to rain sweetheart. All of the beautiful trees and plants need to have a drink, otherwise they get very thirsty”
“Oh…” she muttered, and, for a moment, seemed satisfied with the response. Then, she stopped and looked up at me. “Does the tree want my water?” she asked handing me her drink bottle.
“Not today Princess. Not today…”

For Mia
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He | Newborn photographer, Melbourne

2 August, 2010 – 9:02 pm

He reached out and curled his little fingers around my own. In that instant, I knew we would be friends.
He cared only for love, for connection, for what was comfortable and familiar.
He taught me worth.
He made me peaceful.
He brought me a genuine and present joy. An organic relationship founded on a considered and thoughtful reciprocal tenderness.
He.
My new friend.
Lucas.

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