Friday, 10 June 2011 03:05

Imaging & Entertainment Expo 2011

Written by Vanessa Pike-Russell

Trying to think of a fun birthday party idea that involves the whole family?

Why not book a birthday party at the Little Diggers Disco held at Corrimal RSL and run by BHC Promotions.

A great environment to dance the night away to music that is appropriate for children of all ages and includes food and drink.

 

 

Once you have booked a Little Diggers Disco Party you can download the invitations to send out.

Little Diggers Disco runs from 5.30pm until 8pm. Phone Belinda from BHC Promotions on 0411 453 433

Book a photographer to capture those spontaneous and posed photo moments.

 

Thursday, 14 April 2011 05:46

Thirroul Seaside Arts Festival 2011

Written by Vanessa Pike-Russell

What's cooler than sculptures (most reverse garbage) on the beach with many resembling people, animals, architecture , conceptual or abstract.

Every year I look forward to the Thirroul Seaside Arts Festival and its Sculptures On The Beach exhibition. This year I was held up and arrived at sunset (best time for photos other than sunrise!) and found most of the exhibits were packed up. Doh! Oh well... with the help of a lovely lady and my waving wildly I was able to ask three exhibitors to re-install their works so I could take some photos and video interviews. I had so much fun and it was so lovely being there at the golden hour - that magical time before the sun sets which lends its golden light on faces with a backdrop of a pastel sky. There is nothing like it! Especially when it fades so quickly into night. I love it!

 

So, without any further ado - here are a few photos I took - straight out of camera

 

Collage of photos taken at Thirroul

 

The festival is on the first Friday, Saturday and Sunday of April and is a great way to spend your day. Free, fun and kid friendly with the interactive exhibits such as delight, educate and inspire!

Check out the Festival website at  http://www.thirroulfestival.com/home.html

 

Scroll down to view the video I quickly edited from my afternoon sunset interviews and background. Next time I will make sure to lug along a tripod. Apologies for my shaky camera work but I had just run down the beach waving at the artists to please let me take some photos and videos before they took off after a long weekend. Thanks so much to all who were involved!

Tuesday, 18 May 2010 16:28

Glamour Photography

Written by Vanessa Pike-Russell

Treat yourself or someone you love to a Glamour photography session today.

In collaboration with Olivia from Flawless Make-up, Rowen Atkinson Photography and Vanessa Pike-Russell we provide a fun and relaxed session which will see your hair and make-up done by an award-winning beauty artist, photography on location and in studio plus a gallery of images for you to use on social networking sites such as Facebook, Myspace, Model Mayhem or for other personal use.

Tuesday, 04 May 2010 20:14

Girls Night Out

Written by Vanessa Pike-Russell
Calling all fans of Sex and The City!!!

Sex and The City Movie Fundraiser June 2nd, 2010

 

Be the first to see the movie, on it’s opening night, in style at the Greater Union Cinema, Shellharbour —and help raise money for the promotion of women’s health in the Illawarra!! Champagne and nibblies on arrival. Ticket includes entry to the Sex and The City 2 movie premiere at Greater Union Cinema, Shellharbour; Raise The Gong sample bag of goodies from their sponsors; and your chance to win some great prizes - Lucky Door & Best Dressed!

Want to buy your tickets online? Click here now!

I will be there as event photographer, taking photos of the people at the event which seeks to raise funds for Raise the Gong inc., a Health and Wellbeing Charity for Wollongong Women. Help support this great cause and enjoy a great night out with the girls at the same time!

You will find me at the Shellharbour Cinema foyerwearing my Carrie-inspired laser cut necklace by event sponsor Rubirocket. Rubirocket is an Australian company that specialises in designs that you cannot find elsewhere. They have a range of retro, twilight, kawaii and customised laser cut necklaces and accessories. Embrace the Carrie within and order yours today!  Visit them at rubirocket.com and tell them Vanessa sent you!

Why not organise a night out with the girls and watch the premiere of Sex and the City 2 and

Note: I will be donating a Photography Workshop voucher to the fundraiser to help support this great cause.
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Wednesday, 21 April 2010 16:38

Head On Opening and Prize Winners

Written by Vanessa Pike-Russell
Head On Foundation

Head On Photo Festival Opening and

Announcement of Portrait Prize Winners

 

Friday 30 April 6–8pm

(not 29 April as initially advertised)

 

by the Minister For The Arts, Peter Garrett

 

Australian Centre for Photography (ACP)

257 Oxford St Paddington

Tuesday to Friday 12 noon–7pm, Saturday–Sunday 10–6pm

Exhibition dates: 30 April to 5 June 

Wednesday, 21 April 2010 16:24

Mothers Day and Momento

Written by Vanessa Pike-Russell

Book a  Mothers Day portrait session today and you

can take advantage of this special offer from  Momento

 

My Mum is the Best mum CompetitionDear Momento Member,
 
It's no secret that mums are one in a million. Our best friends and a lifelong source of support and guidance. But how often do you get the chance to tell her how much she means to you?

With Mothers Day fast approaching this is your chance to give your mum the recognition she deserves. Tell us in 25 words or less why your mum is the best, better than all the rest! (sorry, we couldn't resist). Whether it's a lifetime of love and devotion, or one special moment you shared, we want to hear about it.

We're giving away 5 vouchers valued at $150 to help create something really special for you or your mum in your next photobook. To enter click here and fill in the online entry form.

The winner will be announced on 7th May and our winners will be featured on our facebook page.

Don't forget to check out our full selection of gift ideas
at www.momento.com.au. Make your mum feel extra special this year with Momento. 
 
Best of luck!
The Momento Team
 
My Mum is Best Competition Terms:
- Competition commences 1 April 2010 and closes at midnight (EST) 30 April 2010.

- One entry per registered user. Open to Australian residents only.
- Answers must be 25 words or less and judges will decide the best 5 entries.
- Each winner will receive one (1) Momento credit valued at $150.00.
- Product design is the responsibility of the winners.
- Total prize pool is $750.00.
Prizes are not redeemable for cash.
- The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
- This is a game of skill and chance plays no part in determining the winners.
- Winners will be chosen by 7 May 2010 and winners names will be published in an upcoming Momento newsletter & on the Facebook Momento Fan Page.
Each winner will be notified by email.

 
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