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Alex

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I have known Alex for years, since we were in Primary School. She has been best friends with my sister since they were both about 8 years old. When I was doing my undergraduate degree in Launceston, Alex and I lived together. We’ve been through a fair bit together really. The fun and stress of being uni student flatmates, all the random things that life throws up at you when you least expect it, she has always been there.

 

Alex is a gentle soul, she is so sweet and kind. She is funky and strong, independent, courageous, loving, funny and intelligent. I could write pages about how much I adore her and all her wonderful qualities. I won’t though, instead I hope that you can see her beautiful personality shining through her photos.

 

I was so excited when I pulled Alex’s name out as the winner for the giveaway at my relaunch. It was really awesome being able to connect with a friend in a different way, as photographer and muse. It is a whole different experience to just a normal catch up with a friend. The camera between us changes the dynamics in a lot of ways. We had so much fun though, it was a really great morning!

 

I hope you enjoy the images!

 

Rachel x

 

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The dresses

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My husband asked me recently “why do you make the dresses for your photoshoots? Why don’t you just buy them? You’re not a seamstress”. It made me realise that maybe other people were wondering the same thing! So here is my reason.

 

When I meet you at your photoshoot, I can see the way you hold yourself and your style, as well as your body shape. I then use the lengths of fabrics that I have to fashion a dress that will fit you perfectly, and suits you. I add embellishments, ribbons, lace, flowers, sparkly things, whatever works with your dress. I can put the waistline wherever it looks great on you – empire, drop waist, natural waist. And I can choose colours of the dress details that compliment your skin tone and hair colour.

 

As well as being able to create a dress that is designed just for you, it also means that it is a one off piece. No one else will ever wear that dress but you, because at the end of the session, the pins are taken out and it all just becomes a pile of fabric again. And I think that’s a little bit special.

 

Rachel x