Behind the Scenes photos!

This shoot was done at Belmont Racecourse, for some reason, they have loaded backwards so the first ones were the last shot we took. I love the way the models just dove into the food :")

2011 Calendar

So, bring on 2011 is the general cheer I can hear from the crowd - however how many people have already fallen off their resolution bandwagon. Ive been told it only takes 66 days to form a new habit...which is longer than I originally thought...


Oh well, back onto it, I want to share with you some images from the 2011 calendar making the rounds (although I'm yet to get my hands on some copies) 

Creative Director: Luo Qi
Photographer: Luo Qi @ Mira Studip
Production Manager & Video: Tony Pickering @Mira Studio
Post Production: Luo Qi & Meiji Nguyen @ MiraStudio

Stylist: Candice Van Haltren
Makeup Artist: Penny Ngu
Hair Stylist: Maree Giglia
Models: Top 12 Para Licious Calender 2011 search

Assistants: Tomasz & Julia Moroz

Clothing:
Cite Clothing - One40William - 9481 7360
Indulge Clothing - Mt Lawley - 9228 8090
Shero Fashion - One40William - 9322 3230

Special Thanks

Paramount Nightclub

Latest Ad Campaign

This is the shoot I worked on last month for Vangoh Shoes - their new leather collection..


Check it out below!
All shoes and bags on sale now at Vangoh Shoes located in Subiaco.

Photographer: ThisIsHow Photography
Model: Sophie Elise
MUA: Natalie Lucas
Stylist: Candice Van Haltren
Clothing: Em Clothing
Special thanks to Matilda Bay Restaurant

What I Did Today....

Fashion Styling in Perth

Here is the second half of the Nicky Minaj-inspired shoot. I love the one with fabric, I love the effect, I'm really impressed with how it turned out.

The reality of what happens at a shoot is all hidden when you are faced with such an awesome image. I'm very impressed, thanks Trav!


Photographer: Travis Lepri
MUA: Sandra Lepri
Styling: Candice Van Haltren
Model: Lauren Loveday

Love shoes? Love Dresses?

Having recently styled the latest leather collection for Vangoh shoes I am happy to say this store is nothing short of impressive. Catering to ladies of all ages in the time I was in the store (less than 20minutes) a girl in her early teens came in to buy some awesome sandals (it is festival season guys!) and an elderly lady and her friend (think perhaps 60’s or 70’s) came in to buy heels.

As all heels are not sky rocket high and many shoes are very functional with the ability to walk around in them all day, it’s no wonder everyone will find something they like in this store.

Located in Subiaco and owned by husband and wife team Raj and Vanessa, their customer service is exceptional. Raj is often found ‘hanging out’ in the store, offering customers chocolates, tea and coffee. I think he does it simply because he likes to know his clientelle and genuinely does not pressure you to buy anything, but rather just enjoy their relaxed atmosphere.

I really love the new season collection, and would happy own any one of these shoes! We did the shoot down at Matilda Bay Restaurant (a big thankyou to them as well) and used clothing from the fantastic EM clothing store, located next door. Ladies, if you need an outfit for an event in the near future, please make time to pick a great pair of shoes and an amazing Australian designer cocktail dress.

I know I sound like I'm babbling in about how great they are so they like me :) but in truth, so many people that walked in the store were really impressed thankful, and would recommend the store to friends. I sent my own mum there, before I had even been asked to style their leather collection, that’s how much good feedback I had heard about their store. Cmon people, my own mum.

Anyway, I don’t have photos yet! And part of their website seems to be lacking pictures so i cant share anything with you at this stage other than a promise of an amazing advertorial!

Stay tuned, and in the meantime, go check out both Vangoh Shoes and Em Clothing.

Styling Work

I would like to share with you Part One of a Four Season shoot I am styling.

We have done half so far, and the other half to be done in a couple of weeks.

This one is summer, mainly beauty shots, this shoot incorporates prop styling more than wardrobe, you may remember me mentioning it here.

This was styled very carefully, and each stone and shell was thoughtfully places. I had a lot of tiny shells and coral which I asked Penny (our fantastic makeup artist) to stick on her face! Which, thank god, she was ok with and did really well.

This gives the crustacean vibe, and such a beachy feel which is classic Summer! The colours of her makeup, hair and the shells all had to coordinate, which I think they did with bronze, orange and beige tones.

Photography: Khen from Orange Studios

Styling: Candice Van Haltren

MUA: Penny Ngu

Me @ Work

This is a nice photo of me on a shoot, I cant share those photos with you yet, they're waiting to be edited - but will soon!
The blonde is my good friend & hairstylist Maree, and Penny our awesome makeup artist is the mystery camera girl on the left :)

Christmas Shoots, December Magazines

I have to share with you an amazing picture from a shoot I styled recently – This was for Contraband Magazine.

This awesome centrefold was done with some torn fabric, some thick Christmas ribbon and some Styrofoam.

This is a great creative piece, made from leftover packaging, some spare fabric and ribbon – the cost was probably less than $20.

Creativity is such a big part of what I do, you have to be able to make outfits, looks and images from almost nothing, and be able to work with what’s on hand as well. Plenty of times, I have just looked around the studio for props and clothing ideas and improvised on the spot!

Please click the image to  view it in full size.

Big thanks to:

Photography: Jon Miller

Photography Assistant: Deanne Smith
Model: Adel Reddy

Styling: Candice Van Haltren

Hairstying: Maree Giglia

MUA: Shelley Meyers

We also did the cover shot – it will look a little something like this;

*Please note, this is a sample magazine cover only, all names, text, wording & positioning are sample only.

Model Tip of the Day: Try a Wig!

Heres a sneak peak of a shoot I did last weekend – more photos to come.

This shoot was a Nicky Minaj inspired shoot – If you haven't seen photos of her see below;

This is what we got from it. Big thanks to Sandra Lepri – the MUA, who got this fantastic wig! It really makes so much difference.

I would really encourage models who have a lot of ‘sameness’ in their ports to try this. A wig can make a huge difference, different colour drastically different length, and shows you can do a range of looks.

Remember a model has to be versatile, and if a part comes up – models with a huge range of styles / looks are much more likely to get the part. Many times I have gone through models to choose from, and your portfolio is what makes the decision as to whether you get the job or not! This is like your photographic resume – you can get turned away if your pictures are “too girly” or “too tomboyish” however, if we* think you can pull it off, you’ll get the job.

*We being the photographer involved & I, or other organisers. 

Photographer: Travis Lepri
Model: Lauren Loveday
Styling: Candice Van Haltren
MUA: Sandra Lepri