Monthly Archives: September 2009

{The Big Day – Richard & Jade}

When i first met Richard and Jade I knew that the wedding day was going to be fantastic, full of laughter, Fun, excitement and most of all a lot of love.  If ever there were two people made for each other, it would be these two. Finally the big day arrived service at 10.00am with...

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November 15, 2009 - 9:47 am

Richard and Jade - Darren I love the slide show. I know I am bias but it is another piece of you work that I love.

October 13, 2009 - 7:31 am

Lan and Lew - Cracker shots. Love the one of you two having a relaxed giggle at the reception. x

October 10, 2009 - 4:46 am

Vanessa - Congratulations you two! You are such a great couple. London just isn’t the same without you. These photos are AMAZING!!!

October 9, 2009 - 12:55 pm

Steve & Marnie - Absolutely beautiful photos Richie & Jade, just so natural and relaxed. Once again our congratulations to you both. Have a very happy life together.

October 8, 2009 - 8:38 pm

Darcy and Lynda - I have never made a comment in my life but we were realy moved by these pictures.An amazing start Darcy

October 6, 2009 - 2:39 pm

Tina Whyte - Darren! They are amazing. You are very clever!

October 5, 2009 - 6:49 pm

Richard and Jade - Darren, Thank you so much for these amazing shots and making it all so much fun. We are thrilled with the results. Thanks again.

October 2, 2009 - 12:39 pm

Christine Pobke - these look soooooo stunning!!! fantastic work as always darren!!!

October 1, 2009 - 12:07 pm

Lisa - Darren, oh my…….these are all so lovely. I can’t pick a favorite if I tried. I absolutely LOVE the lighting in the last one. Looks like you captured this day perfectly for this couple. I’m sure they are beyond thrilled.

September 30, 2009 - 2:00 pm

Joy Katter - I am still overwhelmed – your photography so captured the essence of the occasion – love, laughter, lifelong friendship – absolutely wonderful – thank you. Joy

September 30, 2009 - 1:56 pm

Helen - Congratulations! Such beautiful moments to treasure and memories to share.

September 29, 2009 - 9:15 am

Joanna - Beautiful Beautiful images – such emotion and passion – congrats to the happy couple stunning images truly beautiful.

September 29, 2009 - 2:17 am

Rebecca - Beautiful bridal portraits!

September 28, 2009 - 5:02 pm

Rowena - well dazzy, i think you’ve outdone yourself here! i just LURVE the spotlight in the abbey and the laughter you’ve caught at the reception….these pics show such a happy and loving couple! you guys look just so in love! best wishes!

September 28, 2009 - 4:31 pm

admin - Thank you all very much for your very kind feedback regarding these images, it truly was one of the most enjoyable days that I have had for some time. Really appreciate all of your comments. Cheers Darren.

September 28, 2009 - 4:26 pm

Billy - beautiful work the lighting in these shots is simply perfect. I love the one of the happy couple laughing looks like a fantastic day congratulations.

September 28, 2009 - 4:01 pm

Jenny and Dave - A beautiful and subtle blend of the romantic and the beautiful, truly stunning work.

September 28, 2009 - 3:13 pm

Carl Katter - Darren is a true artist…well done Mr! of course the gorgeous couple did help, a few people have said to me that Jade looks like JFK Jnrs late wife, not a bad compliment. I love these two I am Richies brother and Jades brother in law..Darren where am I?? Thank you for all the lovely compliments! Carl

September 28, 2009 - 11:15 am

Sebastian - how beautiful does the bride look !! – you have outdone yourself – congratulations to everyone.

September 28, 2009 - 11:00 am

TinaB - WHAT CAN BE SAID ABOUT THESE !! – Bloody amazing work, gosh i wish our wedding images even looked 1/2 as good as this. I have got to say there is a certain quality of warmth and laughter you always bring to your images I am certain that the happy couple will just adore these shot. Congratulations

September 28, 2009 - 10:55 am

donald - these are simply spectacular shots, I visit your blog often and I have got to say these are so very different that a lot of the wedding images that I have seen around, you really are able to capture the joy on a day, congratulations.

September 28, 2009 - 7:31 am

Jason and Debbie - there really are no words to describe how wonderful these images look congratulations and best wishes to the happy couple ~ Jason and Debbie – (USA)

September 28, 2009 - 7:24 am

Sandy - WOW WOW WOW WOW – these are truly amazing shots congratulations to the happy couple, stunning work.

September 28, 2009 - 7:01 am

Sydney - OMG – How freakin amazing are these !! – You Rock Darren !~

September 28, 2009 - 6:50 am

JulieS - Truly magnificent images – congratulations to the happy couple.

September 28, 2009 - 6:01 am

JenniferJ - These are amongst some of the most beautiful wedding images that I have seen for some time, Darren you have done truly a beautiful job perfect perfect perfect !!

September 28, 2009 - 5:26 am

Jessie - Sensational wedding images, very unique and such laughter really stunning and emotional shots.

September 27, 2009 - 12:55 pm

mandy - Darren there are no words to describe how beautiful these photos are of my daughter and new son in law, they are simply magnificent. Thankyou for you very talented artistry, i will be forever grateful. Mandy Warren

September 27, 2009 - 12:25 pm

Mahoneys - Fantastic photos! They encapsulate how much joy, laughter and love there was on the day. Jade, you are absolutely stunning and Richie, you scrub up alright yourself! We’re so happy to have had the opportunity to share in such a wonderful day, as the photos are testament! love you both.

September 27, 2009 - 10:59 am

TraceyJ - Laughter Laughter Laughter – these are amongst some of the happiest images that I have seen for wedding images in some time truly beautiful congratulations Darren and of course the happy couple.

September 27, 2009 - 8:23 am

Kaycee - Darren, these are breath taking. You just keep getting better and better. Even made me a little teary!

September 27, 2009 - 5:26 am

Kathy - Simply stunning, Daz. I love the black and whites especially. Once again, you captured the emotion and the love….I should be so lucky!

September 27, 2009 - 2:55 am

Vicki - They must be thrilled with these!!! How could they not be?! Wonderful work as always, Daz!

{Introducing Baby Oliver}

Some of you might remember Kelli, Nathan and Axel from a couple of posts ago (Click Here), Kelli gave birth to a beautiful baby boy called “Oliver” I was down the coast and had an opportunity to catch up with them both and take some photos of this beautiful baby boy who at the time...

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October 2, 2009 - 11:33 pm

April - Beautiful portraits! I love how you’ve posed him. Your conversions are wonderful!

October 1, 2009 - 12:09 pm

Lisa - Darren, these are amazing. I love the ottoman shots………note to self to try that next time w/ my black back drop—and the sibling shot is beautiful. Well done my friend.

September 24, 2009 - 8:03 am

shay2oo2 - okay first i love yoru use of negative space, brillant! second i cant even handle the cuteness of the sibling shot! third, truly beautiful photography hun!

September 22, 2009 - 3:49 pm

bek bailey - stunning,so beautiful.My fav is axel leaning ova oliver bout 2give him a kiss, so sweet !

September 22, 2009 - 8:34 am

JulieM - Darren “THUD” that is the sound of my jaw dropping to the floor… I so wish I had shots like this of my 2 boys you will never ever get them again, so to all those parents out there take your photos and dont leave it to the last minute, my last minute makes my boys 4 and 8 :) These truly are something magical to have congratulations.

September 22, 2009 - 7:30 am

Poppy - Oh how adorable is this baby and such wonderful moments you have captured for the family beautiful work well done

September 22, 2009 - 6:59 am

Tony and Rebecca - Bloody Hell Darren this is some kick butt work ! what a beautiful family and amazing photos congratulations.

September 22, 2009 - 6:41 am

Glen - Some very tender moments here BRILLIANT BRILLIANT WORK !!

September 22, 2009 - 6:21 am

joanna and roy - Darren as always you have done a superb job on these images they are truly sensational congratulations.

September 22, 2009 - 6:02 am

Jessy - How amazing are these shots and what beautiful children. Well Done

September 21, 2009 - 9:42 am

jackie - Ohh My Darren these are simply beautiful images Just BEAUTIFUL ! congratulation to the parents what a good looking family.

September 21, 2009 - 8:02 am

sam - OM GOSH how good are these shots and how beautiful is this baby congratulations these are wonderful shots these would look awesome on huge canvas.

September 21, 2009 - 7:39 am

Sebastian - Yeah these are really great shots I can not wait to get out little fella in for shots great work.

September 21, 2009 - 7:02 am

Joanna & Rob - These are the best baby images I have ever seen for a long time with all of your pictures you always manage to make that connection well done and congratulations to the family.

September 21, 2009 - 6:26 am

Belinda - Oh how beautiful are these shots, What a proud moment for this family congratulations Darren truly stunning work once again.

September 20, 2009 - 10:48 pm

Julie - OMG – you know I just adore your photos Darren and I must admit I blog stalk you all the time and have never left a comment, needless to say I felt compelled to leave one this time, truly magical images they are brilliant – Congratulations I am sure your clients will be very satisfied.

September 20, 2009 - 7:24 pm

Kel & Nath - I’m speechless Daz. I LOVE them! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the one of the boys. Will call you tomorrow. We can’t thank you & Sarena enough for capturing more special moments in our life. xo

September 20, 2009 - 5:03 pm

Rowena - what GORGEOUS shots…..what a BEAUTIFUL family!

September 20, 2009 - 2:31 pm

Di O’Brien - Daren what can i say the pictures of my family,,,, daughter Kel and Nathan are absolutely beautiful.. Axel loves his little Oliver… Oliver is such a placid baby,, Daren they absotely wonderful.. thanks….Di,

{The Naming Day !}

Yesterday was Gabrielle’s naming day, and all friends and family gathered from around the area to come together for this special day.  It was also a combined 30th for Rowie.  What a fantastic afternoon, the food, the company and of course the fact that this would have been a very proud day for many.   Once...

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October 5, 2009 - 11:14 am

beverly - i need to look up what “naming day” is!

October 1, 2009 - 12:10 pm

Lisa - Looks like a picture perfect day :) great captures. AND OMG…….could Adelaide be any more beautiful? Those eyes…..stunning.

September 24, 2009 - 10:18 pm

Jules - lil blue eyes …. love the outfit xxx

September 24, 2009 - 8:04 am

shay2oo2 - holy wow d! the colors in these are incredible!!!!! and what a littel beauty miss g is

September 20, 2009 - 5:09 pm

Rowena - Hey Daz, just got home….WOW! the pics are just wonderful! such special little moments you have captured for us….we truly appreciate all the effort you place into your pictures….I just love these photos (and can’t wait to see more)….they are so precious to us! Love and hugs, freddie, rowie, charly and gabbles xoxoxoxoxoxo

September 20, 2009 - 1:44 pm

Christine Pobke - Gorgeous shots – loving how crystal blue her eyes are, amazing!!!! :) Lovely, thanks for sharing! (And I love the new logo!)

{A Celebration With A Difference ! }

Sarena and I had the wonderful opportunity to drive down to the Gold Coast this weekend to do a couple of new born photos. Allow me to introduce Rebecca and Luke (Mum and Dad) with Amarli who was celebrating her 5th birthday – “Happy Birthday Amarli” !!, Groover Hudson, who was just happy to be...

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September 24, 2009 - 8:05 am

shay2oo2 - one word d….AH-MAZING

September 18, 2009 - 9:41 pm

Aunty Bev - What stunning photos, absolutely just fantastic.Cant choose a favorite, love them all.

September 15, 2009 - 11:12 am

TC - Luke & Rebecca what proud parents you must be! Your children are definately a prodigy of you both-all looking gorgeous!This is the epitome of what a beautiful family should look like. Amarli, Hudson and now Lexi complete that picture perfectly. The artistic photographer captured that essence. Nonna will certainly love these photos and thanks to Jenny for advising me of this link.

Lots of Love Teresa

September 15, 2009 - 7:47 am

dan - i agree with everyone else. great lighting and every shot is just awesome! love the use of bw in all of these

September 15, 2009 - 7:46 am

Di O’Brien - As usual Darren u have captured some beautiful photos,, congradulations to all,,something to really cheerish,

September 14, 2009 - 8:05 pm

dianne prenzel - ohhhhhh wow every shot is just amazing i love them all.A gorgous family guys you must be so proud, i know i am, love the one with bubby doing the big yawn they are all just great …….

September 14, 2009 - 1:02 pm

Nanny Jenny - omg,omg,omg, these have just made nanny cry,they are by far the best photos,so real,its like i can reach out and touch them.thankyou

September 14, 2009 - 12:33 pm

beverly - i sure wish i had your studio lighting skills!! they rock – i love all the “connection” shots!

September 14, 2009 - 11:11 am

Christine Pobke - beautiful! the shot of the brother and sister together (in b&w) is my fave from this session! :) gorgeous work!

September 14, 2009 - 10:38 am

Michelle - Wow the photos of this fam are amazing Daz… Excellent work once again, the family should be excited.

September 14, 2009 - 9:27 am

rebecca bailey - omg, i feel like crying cant believe this is my family,what an amazing job.Thank u so very much,speechless. xox

September 14, 2009 - 9:07 am

Rowena - what a beautiful, beautiful, beautiful family! these shots are perfect Darren……

September 14, 2009 - 8:39 am

Kelly - These shots have left tears in my eyes. Daz you captured a perfect family perfectly!

September 14, 2009 - 8:32 am

Becky & Dan - Ohh my how seriously cute are these shots, I just love them such tenderness – Perfect perfect work, congrats to the new parents they look like a very happy family. Well Done Darren on the photos as always you do amazing work.

September 14, 2009 - 7:57 am

julieanne - Darren these shots you have taken of this family are just so beautiful. i love the way that all of the shots seem to reflect in some way the personality of each person. these truly are outstanding shots and I am so excited and can not wait for our upcoming appointment with you. Well Done

September 14, 2009 - 7:41 am

Jack and Alecia - WOW WOW WOW WOW – I want some I want some I wants some of these – Fanatstic shots fantastic memories for the parents.

September 14, 2009 - 7:35 am

Jacqui - BRAVO BRAVO !!! – These shots are seriously 1st class – I have seen many baby shots and these are simply fantastic congrats to you all.

September 14, 2009 - 7:10 am

cindyl - What a stunning series of images happy birthday to the little girl and congrats to mum and dad on a beautiful baby girl, she is just soo sweet, seriously fantastic shots Darren.

September 14, 2009 - 7:00 am

Julie - fantastic shots Darren, I love them all and want some !! – I will call you soon.

September 14, 2009 - 6:15 am

Terri - OMG guys these are truly amazing images, congratulations to the parents. I love that 1st image with the glasses, seriously amazing work !

September 14, 2009 - 6:01 am

JackieB - What a stunning family, congratulations to you all these are simply beautiful images and I am sure that the parents will keep them very close congratulations.

September 13, 2009 - 10:11 pm

icantsew - oh boy these have to be your best ever daz!! great looking family and absolutely wonderful pics.
smooches to you, sarena and squidgy

September 13, 2009 - 10:39 am

Matthew & Jane - Seriously how great are these shots wonderful family photos Daz you have done an outstanding job on these well done.

{Our Family Update}

Spring is in the Air !!! – Spring is in the Air !!! – I just love this time of year, although I must admit that my nose does not thanks to all that amazing perfume in the air.  Sarena and I are doing well and Adelaide is continuing to grow bigger each day, which...

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September 9, 2009 - 6:35 am

Jorja - OHhh Little A is just a doll!!

September 8, 2009 - 4:50 pm

icantsew - we just want to say…what a hammy!! she is what the bonsers call a hamster cause she has a juicy belly. mia want to keep her please!
smooches

September 8, 2009 - 2:07 pm

Rowena - great shots daz…..love the podgy little tum! very cute!

September 8, 2009 - 10:20 am

Christine Pobke - Lovely photos Darren, and happy happy father’s day to you! THese are fantastic shots, thank you for sharing! :)

September 8, 2009 - 8:30 am

admin - Thank you all for your very kind comments – Yes the monkey was a gift from some very dear friends. Thank you all guys I am pleased that these updates are so enjoyed. Darren, Sarena and Adelaide

September 8, 2009 - 8:09 am

Melissa & Chris - What a beautiful baby girl! I love the one with the monkey too!

September 8, 2009 - 7:04 am

Miranda Clowes - Beautiful photos Darren.. Adelaide’s eyes are so gorgeous !
Maz :)

September 8, 2009 - 6:41 am

Cathy - Gorgeous photos Darren… as always! I love the family shot on the hike – all the baby-backpacks. Maree has a great collection of Grandkids now – she must be so proud!!

September 8, 2009 - 3:07 am

beverly - what a sweetie she is! i love her blue eyes! (and her little monkey is so adorable) thanks for the update!!

September 8, 2009 - 2:44 am

Vicki - Happy Father’s Day, Daz! Oh my goodness has Adelaide ever grown! Those shocking blue eyes of hers are so photogenic. All the photos are wonderful, but I must say the girl & her monkey is my favourite.

September 8, 2009 - 12:29 am

dan - love the mix of nature shots mixed with ms. A. she is growing quickly and love those wonderful eyes of hers. hope you have a great father’s day! [btw, that monkey is awesome on the hiking shot]

September 7, 2009 - 11:24 pm

Lisa - Darren, sounds like things are going well. Glad to hear that. These photos are beautiful, love that waterfall and Adelaide is gorgeous. I suffer from allergies in the Spring as well.

{Lenice and Alex}

What can I say about Lenice and Alex ! – Fun Laughter and enjoyment for the entire day.  Lenice and Alex are getting married on the 3rd October 09 this year and we had the opportunity to go for a drive to have a look at some possible locations for the wedding day, there are...

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September 23, 2009 - 8:28 pm

Miss Kelli - Congrats!! Lenice and alex, hope you have a beautiful day and everyday after that as well!! beautiful photos :)

September 8, 2009 - 2:34 pm

Bek Bridesmaid no.2 - Lovin it! Especially picture no 1!

September 7, 2009 - 8:34 am

Loren Jarvis - Very good Daggs :) It’s going to be FUN !

September 6, 2009 - 10:57 pm

Mark - Nice work Darren!
First and second shots are stunners!

October 4, 2009 - 1:06 pm

Lenice & Alex Get Hitched ! » Welcome To Ckmetrophotos.com.au - [...] was held in Gatton.  Some of you might remember the pre-wedding shots taken of Lenice and Alex see here. There was a fair amount of dust haze which made for some interesting conditions, non the less [...]

{A New Family Member !}

I had a wonderful morning with parents Rebecca and Paul and their beautiful children Jack, who is the newest edition to the family at just 7 weeks, and Charlie who is 2.  Poor little Charlie was not feeling the best, but none the less we managed to achieve some amazing results. Thank you again guys...

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September 7, 2009 - 12:50 pm

Jess - Wonderful shots I am sure that the

September 7, 2009 - 10:21 am

Sally - I just love how your shots are all so natural and how wonderful is that beautiful baby such great moments for the parents to share.

September 5, 2009 - 10:21 pm

Bec Weis - Darren, the photos you have posted of us are beautiful. You have done a wonderful job, especially to get Charlie when he was so sick. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

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