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October 9, 2016
Cormac Cakesmash
Hey guys i’m the new intern at Carrie McKee Photography, my name is James Fennell. This is my first blog…
Let’s all welcome the adorable new addition to our humble Cakesmash, Cormac! The Superstar of the World!! Cormac made his debut when he met Miss McKee for a life of stardom. He got dress up by his managers (Mummy and Daddy) and was taken to the stage with the crew to strut his stuff.
To celebrate his successful photo shoot, he was awarded by a divine birthday cake. Cormac wasted no time filling his tummy with yummy sponge and buttercream, spreading his cheeks, nose and toes in the creamy delight. And finally, we finished with a bubble bath and quick session of the family.
Carrie McKee Photography. 07590368295. Cake Smash Belfast. carrie@carriemckee.com
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October 4, 2016
Jack’s First Birthday Smash
Well folks, the Sailor theme has been reinvented and we now have the cutest sailor suit for our little men!
So today, a familiar face came in to have their CakeSmash; Jack. Firstly meeting Jack as a tiny newborn, he was one of the first babies to have a session in the new premises a full year ago. Funny how time flys.
Jack is allergic to Dairy, so our cake was made of dairy-free alternatives in order to cater for this.
Firstly, we did portraits in his cute little dungaree shorts and bow tie.
Jack looked super cute with his gelled blonde hair and totally rocked the new addition to the Sailor Smash.
And after all this, Jack got his nice warm bubble bath, which cleaned him all up!
Thank you for coming back Jack!
Carrie McKee Photography. 07590368295. Belfast. Cake Smash
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October 1, 2016
Leah’s Model Shoot
Last week we traveled to Bangor for a super fun photo shoot! We had a great time celebrating Leah’s 14th birthday and taking some gorgeous shots of her.
Before the shoot, Leah got her make-up done by our friends at Pout. She looked absolutely amazing and it was a great way to start such an exciting day. With her hair and make-up finished we set off for Bangor!
Upon arriving at our destination, everyone was a little worried about the heavy drizzle and we hoped it would ease off. Mother nature must have been listening because just as we started the shoot, there were clear skies! Leah’s first outfit featured some super cool knee high socks and heels, paired with some shorts and a fun top. After stocking up on candy floss, our first stop was some colourful beach houses . Our model Leah certainly knew how to rock a photo shoot and the pictures looked great!
Throughout the day there were several outfit changes and we got some great shots at Bangor’s Pickie Funpark. But before going home we had one more stop to make… the beach! After some unexpected rock climbing we managed to get some absolutely stunning shots of our model. To make it even better the sun was just setting and our view was glorious!
Everyone at Carrie McKee Photography had a fabulous day working with you Leah; we hope you enjoyed your shoot!
Carrie McKee Photography. 07590368295. Model Portfolio. Belfast
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September 21, 2016
Lóchlan’s Newborn Shoot
Well it’s been a while since I’ve blogged a session, for the past few weeks that’s been the job of my intern’s, Gabi and Maeve. Unfortunately they are back to school and here I am, late at night and wondering where to put my apostrophes!
It’s been a great Summer for smashes, however a new wave has been surfacing again…my all time favourite thing in the world to photograph. The Newborn. It may be lots of nappy changes, wipes and bibs at hand, oh and not forgetting the swaddling to sleep. There is a baby boom in the air and at Carrie McKee Photography, we are loving it! There is nothing like a little one arriving to the studio and all the neighboring shops starring in the window to get a glimpse of this new life. Nothing warms the heart like a new baby. That smell, the little outfits Mummy packs, the hairlines and the teddies that are often bigger than them at times.
Over the years my approach to newborns has changed. I’ve learnt it’s not what we want, it’s of course what the baby wants to do. Sometimes they like a good stretch, or they like to be held. Sometimes they like tummy, sometimes not. It’s important to look out for the signs and be open to the session going in any direction.
Usually I like to make sure baby is fed and changed, then it’s swaddle time. Once we have them wrapped tightly, it’s easier to give the baby to Mummy and Daddy for their family pictures. Sometimes I’m asked to do a family photograph here or even skin to skin, it really just depends. Best I find to do this at the start, gets Mum and Dad pumped with love.
Introducing Baby Lóchlan Anthony McVarnock and Mum Toni. This works if baby is awake or sleeping, as-long as they’re settled I would usually work in some portraits. And let’s not forget Dad, he did a fab job too…
So here’s Lóchlan, born 30/08/16 and weighing an impressive 8lbs 11oz! With bigger babies I wouldn’t tend to do the tiny bed or boxes…and I’m struggling to believe Mr L was only 2 weeks here, he was so alert and a little chubster. But he did rock the newborn bucket and we got some lovely images of him throughout his session.
Mum & Dad, you will find the full private gallery here with your video too. Hope you enjoy…http://clients.carriemckee.com/Lochran/
If you are interested in booking a Newborn shoot, please get in touch in your later pregnancy weeks. Sometimes I’m able to squeeze sessions in but not always.
Visit www.carriemckee.com for more information
Carrie McKee Photography. Newborn. Belfast. 07590368295
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August 24, 2016
Happy Birthday Isabella
This is Isabella, an adorable little one year old that took part in a Minnie Mouse themed cake-smash, here at our studio. The set consisted of a grey backdrop decorated with Minnie Mouse bunting and red spots.
Isabella had two adorable outfits for her shoot. For her portrait photo’s she looked lovely in some red and white polka dots, as well as a specially designed birthday hat! To enjoy a delicious cake, Isabella changed into an adorable tutu, paired with some mouse ears. She looked just like Minnie Mouse! After a thorough coating in icing and sponge, this little one enjoyed a warm, soapy bath with lots of bubbly fun! Doesn’t she look cute with the little bows in her hair? We hope you enjoy your birthday party on Sunday, Isabella, from everyone at Carrie McKee Photography.
Carrie McKee Photography. North Street, Belfast. Cakesmash. 07590368295
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August 20, 2016
Riley Faith- 7 Days Old
Well, my time at Carrie McKee Photography has been an exciting journey, mostly full of icing and bubble baths from the birthday Cakesmashes but on Wednesday I had the pleasure of taking part in my first ever Newborn shoot.
I have to say, at first I was scared (not scared of the baby of course, but unsure of how the shoot would go) but little Riley Faith was a perfect debut for me. She was in simple terms, a week year old, 7 lb 4 bundle of joy. I was nearly tearing up with how cute she was.
Anyway, newborn shoots usually happen within a few days of the little angel being brought into the world, because unfortunately they don’t stay that size for long. The studio has to be piping hot (can’t have the baby getting too chilly) and a white noise app is used to create a calming atmosphere which helps the baby sleep. It most definitely worked for Riley; she did not move a muscle for 2 whole hours.
Firstly, Riley was put on a white bean bag (that Carrie and I had filled to the brim a few days before). Riley must have been having a fantastic dream, because she smiled like she knew she was having her picture taken… Model to be maybe?
Then Mum and Dad got the chance to share Riley’s limelight, showing off their fabulous creation. There was so much love in the room.
Lastly, Mum and Dad requested that their favourite Teddy bear make it into the photos. How could we say no? So the last few shots saw Riley on a bed with her cuddly toy.
I had such a wonderful time and enjoyed every moment of sharing a moment of this little newborns life. Perhaps it won’t be my last, but I have to thank Riley for being the perfect little baby…
Gabi Simms (Intern at Carrie McKee Photography)
Carrie McKee Photography. Belfast. Newborn. 07590368295
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August 11, 2016
Happy 1st Birthday Fionnlagh!
Introducing our newest shipmate…Ahar Fionnlagh!
This wee man was a perfect happy chappy, showing us his smiles the whole session, right from the portraits, where he wore cute dungarees and then in his spotty birthday outfit! He didn’t need much coaxing behind the scenes to smile and laugh, this little man was a natural!
When the Sailor cake was brought out, after the initial puzzled look, it soon covered our birthday boy head to toe. Fionnlagh was most definitely not sharing any of his cake with any of us. He even did his best to scoff the whole lot.
Once the cake had been well and truly demolished..it was time for some fun in the tub. Next came the bubble bath that we had prepared for this messy little man. Once submerged, he wasted no time splashing Mum and Dad and everyone at Carrie McKee Photography. Some of the best splashes I’ve seen!
Happy 1st Birthday Fionnlagh from us at Carrie McKee Photography.
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Carrie McKee Photography. Belfast. Cake Smash. 07590368295
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August 5, 2016
Happy Birthday Addison Alexis!
We began with a simple white romper that Mum had picked out, an ideal outfit for the first portraits. Freshly awoken from a lovely nap…it wasn’t long before we got into the swing of things and got some beautiful smiles of the birthday girl.
Our feature outfit for today is a new arrival: our Lilac & Gold spotted romper. The rich purple and gold was the perfect background setting for this outfit. And this baby girl was the perfect model for our new theme, with her big brown eyes madly drawing us all in.
It didn’t take long for some demolition of the cake, 0.1125 sec to be specific. Yes our quickest ever cake topple. But that didn’t matter as this little monster was happy to delve in with the cake snugly tucked in between her legs. She was not going to share with us that’s for sure :)
After all that excitement, it was bath time…happily splashing Mummy and everyone at Carrie McKee Photography. Enjoy your 1st Birthday sweetie, hope you had a fun day with us <3
Carrie McKee Photography. Belfast. Cake Smash. 07590368295.