Posts Tagged ‘Lifestyle Portraits’

Engagement Photography in Carnoustie | Roddie & Edel

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

Roddie proposed to Edel on Christmas Day. He wanted to make their engagement special, so on his way home to Carnoustie from nightshift as a fireman, he stopped at Carnoustie beach. Roddie ran, so he would not be late, and hid champagne and flowers among the rocks before continuing home. The engagement ring was safe in his pocket. When he reached home Edel wondered why Roddie looked so warm and thought it a bit strange when he said he had forgotten to turn the heater in the car down. Then thought nothing else of it.

A little later, when Roddie suggested they go for a walk it seemed like a good idea. Edel had no idea that Roddie had a surprise for her, that he had an engagement ring hidden in his pocket. As far as she knew they were just enjoying a quiet walk on a beautiful Christmas morning. Imagine Edel’s surprise when they reached the rocks and Roddie proposed, giving her a beautiful engagement ring before retrieving the champagne and flowers from the rocks.

Since that day Carnoustie beach has held a special place in the hearts of Roddie and Edel. When Edel’s best friend Holly gave them a wedding present of an engagement photography session, there was only one place we were going. I hope you enjoy these photographs taken at Carnoustie beach and their home.

Portrait of a man sitting on rocks at a beach

Bride to be during engagement portrait photography session at Carnoustie

Engagement photography, Carnoustie

Pre wedding photography - bride and groom to be, Carnoustie

Couple during an engagement session with photographer

Fancy a Fundamental Facial? | Photography Promotion With Pure Beauty of Dundee

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Photography Promotion with the Pure Beauty Salon of Dundee

As I enjoy a little pampering myself, I am thrilled to be working with the Pure Beauty Salon in Dundee to offer Pure Beauty clients the opportunity to enter a draw for a complimentary portrait session and wall art from Louise Beattie Photography. All Pure Beauty clients who book a Fundamental Facial during the month of June will be entered into the draw. There can only be one lucky winner but all participants will be eligible for a half price portrait session too.

Tayside beauty salon

Family Portrait Photography

Portrait sessions with Louise Beattie Photography are relaxed and informal, a chance for the family to enjoy some time together. We begin at your home before moving to a couple of your favourite places – it can be the garden, the beach, or the park where your children like to play. By taking some time to get to know you and giving you the space to be a family together I can create beautiful images of you and your family, that allow your personality and connections to shine through.

Photograph of tender moment between father and son on a beach

Following the photography session your images will be premiered to you at a projected viewing session where you can relax and enjoy a slideshow of your images presented with music. This is often an emotional time for families as seeing their lives celebrated in this way is usually a new and joyful experience. With a little help, you then choose how you would like your images presented. Whether you are looking for beautiful bespoke framed prints, gorgeous canvases and stunning acrylics for your walls or you would like your body of work presented in a handcrafted Queensberry book, I can help you make informed choices for this investment in your families heritage.

Some information about Pure Beauty

Pure Beauty is owned by Beauty Therapist Jennifer Inglis, who has been in the beauty industry for 15 years; qualifying from Dundee College in 1995 with City and Guilds Beauty Therapy and Electrical Epilation. After work experience at a health farm Jennifer knew she would prefer working in beauty salons, where she could still give relaxing treatments but could build up relationships with her clients.

Photograph of lady having a facial treatment in Dundee Beauty Salon

After working in a salon in Montrose, Jennifer was offered the opportunity to work in one of the best salons in Dundee, where she worked for over 7 years gaining valuable experience.

Beauty therapist giving a facial treatment at Tayside beauty salon Pure Beauty

In September 2003 she struck out on her own and opened Pure Beauty within Red Hairdressing in Invergowrie. As the business expanded it became necessary to add a second treatment room, so Pure Beauty moved to it’s own premises at 318 Perth Road, Dundee on 17 July 2007.

Dundee Pure Beauty salon owner Jennifer

Pure beauty offers all aspects of beauty treatments in a relaxing environment.

“I’m passionate about the beauty industry and committed to giving excellent treatments within a peaceful relaxing atmosphere.

Hand treatment image at Dundee beauty salon

Fifteen years on from qualification and my enthusiasm continues to grow for my work, I love to help people feel relaxed and good about themselves whether it is through massage, manicure, facial or even eyebrow or leg wax, surprisingly clients find the treatments relaxing because it is time for themselves.

Photograph of manicure at Tayside beauty salon

To book a family portrait session with Louise Beattie call 01241 815655 or e-mail studio@louisebeattie.com  If you would like more information about our fun and relaxed portrait sessions visit the website.

Fun For All The Family | Photography from West Park Fundraising Day for Cash for Kids

Saturday, May 29th, 2010

West Park Family Day for Cash for Kids in Dundee

Last Saturday West Park held a Family Day to raise money for Cash for Kids. Dundee was blessed with hot and sunny weather and everyone attending made the most of it. The day was a lot of fun with the local community making a great contribution for Cash for Kids which delivers initiatives for sick and underprivileged children in communities across the UK, and benefits local children to give the neediest a better and brighter future.

Stall at West Park Family Day fundraising event in Dundee

There was plenty of entertainment for everyone with music, inflatables, stalls, face painting, Tae Kwon Do demonstrations, a cake decorating competition, barbecue, the fire brigade and more.

Dundee fundraising day - decorating a gingerbread man

Inflatable at a Dundee Cash for Kids Fundraising Family Day

West Park Family Day, Dundee - face painting

Cash for Kids is the umbrella brand of Bauer Radio’s network of independently registered, local charities which operate in several areas within the UK. With cash raised and donated locally, each charity guarantees that donations will go to bring hope, healing or happiness to a local child. In Tayside Cash for Kids is associated with Dundee’s favourite radio stations – TayFM and TayAM and you can find out more information about local events at their websites.

Flying kick by Tae Kwon Do black belt

Decorating cakes for cash for kids

Photograph of little girl in a fire engine in Dundee

West Park is holding several fundraising events for Cash for Kids throughout 2010. The next event will be Divas & Daisies on the 19th June – a summer lunch with charity auction. Louise Beattie Photography will be donating a Portrait Session and wall art, value £300, so if you fancy a beautiful 5 course lunch or want to bid in the auction buy your tickets now, all for an excellent charity.

Woman dressed in fireman's uniform

Young boy enjoying West Park Family Day, Tayside

To book a family portrait session with Louise Beattie call 01241 815655. If you would like more information about our fun and relaxed portrait sessions visit the website.

What Makes A Great Location For Portrait Photography?

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

What makes a great location for portrait photography?

Just about anywhere! People can be surprised at what makes a great location for portrait photography. I often say that I do not need much space and not to worry about the background as the first thing I will be looking for is the light. It is the light that can make the difference between a good image and a great image. Of course a great setting as well is always good, but there are ways to minimise the background in an image.

Portrait of young woman by Angus based photographer Louise Beattie

What makes a good background? Well that all depends. If we are in a location that has significance or meaning for the client then I will look for ways to incorporate the location which tells that story. From the details that can have so much significance to the bigger picture. If on the other hand we are in a location that has been chosen for other reasons then I will look for texture and and ways to include the location that add to the image in some way – be it graphically or for the beauty of the setting. At the end of the day there are no set rules and the important thing is to show the personality of the subject.

In this image I used a billboard as a background to add interest but it is Lynda’s personality that shines through.

Portraits taken at City Quay, Dundee by photographer Louise Beattie.

Portrait Photography at City Quay in Dundee

Dundee has some great locations for portrait photography, and City Quay is no exception. It is also a good place to visit as it is close to shopping, tourist attractions and good places to eat.

Portrait photography taken at City Quay in Dundee, ScotlandWith a range of locations that can be used to add interest and variety (all of the images in this post were taken at City Quay), I really enjoy taking photographs here and there is a good choice of places for a hot chocolate!

Lynda was a lot of fun to work with and I think that her personality really shines through.

Portrait photography in TaysidePortrait photographs by Angus based photographerPortrait photographer, Louise Beattie, based in Arbroath near TaysideCity Quay, Dundee - a great place for portrait photography

Black and white portrait photograph by Tayside photographer Louise Beattie

If you have enjoyed the photography here you can see more of my work in the portrait section of my website. If you would like to know more about my portrait photography or other photography services give me a call on 01241 815655 or click here to contact me.

Portrait Photography in Dundee | TJ and Sarah

Friday, January 22nd, 2010

Portrait Photography in Dundee

Dundee is a great place for contemporary portrait photography. There are so many locations that make good settings for a photo session – the riverside, the parks, and by a whole range of buildings with different styles from modern to traditional. I could continue but I think that you get the idea.

Portrait photography at City Quay, DundeeJust before Christmas I had a portrait session with TJ and Sarah, who are engaged to be married in the Spring. We had a lot of fun, despite the near freezing temperatures, and got some gorgeous photographs.

Contemporary portrait photography in Dundee

City Quay, Dundee

Our location for the morning was the City Quay in Dundee. This is an ideal waterfront location in Dundee for contemporary or lifestyle portrait photography, with a whole range of different settings as well as a few coffee shops, and restaurants where you can take a break and top up the caffeine levels.

Portrait photography at City Quay, Dundee in TaysideWe found some beautiful backlighting and The Frigate Unicorn makes an interesting backdrop to the photography and is worth a visit if you are interested in Dundee’s history.

Engagement photography at City Quay, DundeeAlso nearby is Discovery Point, this is well worth a visit and you can go onboard the RSS Discovery used by Captain Scott for his Antarctic expedition.

Lifestyle portrait photography at City Quay, DundeeI always enjoy photography at City Quay as there is such a good range of locations to get very different photographs within a small area, as these images of TJ and Sarah show.

Portrait photography for families in Dundee, Tayside, Angus and Perthshire
Contemporary portrait photography in Angus, Tayside and Perthshire


Gorgeous portrait photography, Dundee in Scotland

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