Category Archives: Artists Portraits

musicians, actors, painters, writers.

Dance Direction 2011 Concert – Studio Photography

I’ve been photographing Dance Direction concerts since 2006 and have thoroughly enjoyed both the studio photography and the dress rehearsal photography. While over that time our weddings and portraits have grown to a point where we thought of a new name for the studio a few years ago and have this year finally renamed the studio from Dragonfly Imagery to Cordare Studio. The name Cordare means to “give of one’s heart”. I have such a passion for what I do and now that I have other photographers that work for the studio it was important for all to know what I expect to give to my clients who hopefully become my friends.

Last weekend was that time of year again to set up the studio equipment and photograph some very talented dance students. Jillian, Diana, and Carlene are committed to teaching and sharing their love for the art of dance. Later this month will be their dress rehearsal under stage lighting and I’m looking forward to photographing the dancers in action.

We have so many great family portrait options so that we can get the whole family in the picture. Talk to us soon and will make a time to discuss your options.

Clare Finlayson – Portrait

Clare is a fantastic theatre performer here in Brisbane. She brought a great energy to her portfolio shoot. We had so much fun getting so many characters to come to life in the images. We finished some of her images in black and white with a film grain feel while other images needed lots of colour. Creating shadows also made for some interesting images.

Colin Noble – Portrait

Colin Noble the pianist is soon to release his unique recording of Bach. Colin has gone with a 60 / 70′s style, using old valve microphones to help put his style to the music. We shot Colin’s portrait for the CD cover in the studio to create the look and feel he was after. Colin has told me that he is also looking into a limited release on vinyl record. Looking forward to getting a copy of Colin’s recording.

Colin chose a number of images for his collection, but which one will be the cover?