Hey there! I'm James & welcome to my brand new Journal. I update this Journal every few days so that you'll become hooked on my work and hire me! May as well be honest, right?
Make sure you check back often, leave me some comments and go back through the history to see what I've been up to.
While I live in Armidale, NSW, Australia, I am available to photograph anywhere and everywhere.If you've got something you'd like me to photograph, please get on that phone and tell me about it!
I’m sitting here with my nephew Christopher, who is 8 for one more day.. tomorrow he turns 9!!! Christopher had a sleep over, and I thought i’d show him how I update my blog, as he is one of my blog readers. Yay!
I’m here of course, to present to you a small selection of Sally & Ben’s Weddings Photos. It’s with great joy that I do so, because Sally is one of my friends whom I have known for many years.
Sally & Ben were married at LifeHouse Church in Coffs Harbour, which is a very very cool church! I always love visiting there when I’m in Coffs. They give out bottles of water which have a label on them that have a graphic illustration of “God”, and text reading “I created water”, - God. Very clever!
Ben & Sally’s wedding was full of emotion. It’s definitely evident in these images, but also in the video that Matt from Shadowplay filmed. He is potentially the first Australian to shoot a wedding video in Australia fully on the 5d2 Canon Camera. Go on over to his blog to see the video.
I watched it so many times… I know you will too! I was telling Matt that my style of photography videos well because I keep people active and having fun. I couldn’t let Matt’s head get too big so I had to take some credit.
I’ll sign off and let you enjoy these gorgeous photos.
JD & Chris.
p.s. Can you let me know if you have problems leaving a comment? My email is james@jamesday.com.au if you have any hassles!
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6 Responses to “Sally & Ben (wedding in coffs harbour)”
Oh, I think this is working!! Love your work James! Absolutely beautiful photos. I suppose it helps to have good looking subjects to photograph. Looking stunning there Sal!!
— Di
Jan 20
Awesome work James. Ben and I are impressed as usual. I honestly cannot imagine ever having anyone but you shoot for us. Beach shot is fantastic. Love the bridal party huddle too, even though it swallowed up a flowergirl, groomsman and bridesmaid!
— Sal
Jan 20
Love the last one James. Gorgeous. And that huddle shot is funny! Looks like it was taken just seconds before they all fell over in a big heap!
— Amy Neeson
Jan 20
Great job, as always!
— Christi
Jan 21
Last photo is great . Is that Barack Obama next to Ben with the other groomsman.
*just thought i’d write this quick note letting everyone know that I think there is something weird going on with the comments box below? Please try and leave a comment, but I’m sorry in advance if it doesn’t work. Thanks to everyone who has facebooked me or emailled me with their comments instead*
Samuel & Olivia are 2 very awesome people who were up for anything.
So, when my 5d Mark 2 Camera (that shoots photos and video) arrived half an hour before their engagement shoot, I decided to take a chance and give photo and video a go. I love surprising clients.
There are some very impressive new videos out there showing off this camera and it’s video capabilities, my only problem with them is that they have all been with professional models, in controlled conditions, lighting, assistants.. plenty of time.. and without having to shoot images at the same time.
So what happens when a photographer picks up a camera and does photo and video by themselves? Check out the results below.
The video was all shot by me, and edited in free software, iMovie HD, by Matt Ebenezer from shadowplay…matt makes me look awesome with his great video editing. Thank you!
Make sure you check out the Shadowplay blog for a much better written evaluation of the camera and experience, and also Katie’s awesome shots from her second shooting role. Thanks to Lydia Cole for allowing us to use her song!
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14 Responses to “Samuel & Olivia E-Shoot (photo & video)”
Some really stunning photos there. Especially the one with her looking up at the camera.
And the video … pwhour!
— Meaghan
Jan 12
So JD goes fusion eh? Good job…looks good! Looking to get my own 5DII soon as well! Can’t wait!
— Christi
Jan 13
The photos and video are gorgeous. I can’t believe how talented my little brother is. Jules
— Julia Werren
Jan 13
awesome pics James!!!
— renee Bell
Jan 13
What a fabulous first attempt James! You ought to be very proud
— Cathy Crawley
Jan 13
Really nice! Especially like the ones in town… Looking like you guys had a lot of fun
— Elizabeth
Jan 13
Very Nice set of pics james! Long time no speak hope ur well!
— chris thurgood
Jan 13
James, you are amazing! Livi and Sam… these shots are incredible! I’m so honoured to know you both!
— Carissa
Jan 14
Hi James
Love your work again - how about that sky effect!!!!!! Love it
— Lisa Johnson
Jan 14
james the video is amazing it brought tears to my eyes!
— Steph
Jan 16
Awesome job! I’m so excited to try out video on our’s. Scary, but fun!!!
— Cathy and David
Jan 19
Goose Bumps!! The video is just gorgeous. The photos are beautiful.
— Katrina James
Jan 20
Wow James this is just awesome! Job well done looking forward to seeing many more.
— Bella Taylor
Jan 23
Hey JD,
Love the work as usual.
Would love if you got a spare 20 minutes to give us a review and your thoughts on the 5D MarkII.
Should I sell my 2 5D’s for 1 MarkII?
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Today I’d like to share with you Steph & Dan’s Wedding Collection!
To see the photos, go to www.jamesday.com.au then enter the website, then enter “princess” in the client access box. That will show you a slideshow of the images. If you have really slow internet, or would just like another option, you can go to www.jamesday.com.au/shop and you can browse the gallery in a different, faster way, but not quite as fancy.
A big thank you to Steph and Dan for agreeing to have the password shared with everyone. They’re obviously proud of their photos!
JD
p.s. If you want me to do this more often, then give me some comment love and show me how much you enjoyed it!
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15 Responses to “Ever wondered what a whole JD wedding looks like?”
yes yes yes..pls do this more! Ta luv abby
— Abby
Jan 4
Very nice, James! My favourites are the photos of Steph and Dan together.
— Mark
Jan 4
Totally and utterly gorgeous James - this was adorable, and even had me crying (what a surprise there… LOL) Definitely should do this more often (still waiting for wrap up since Jesh too!) x
— Kristen Cook
Jan 4
Ph wow - beautiful wedding! I love seeing all the different pics. Would love to see more weddings like this! Thanks JD!
— Gemma Clarke
Jan 4
Absolutely gorgeous, James, the photographs are just beautiful. I can see why the password was princess, the reception looked amazing. Fav photo is the bridesmaides doing the LOVE - that was awesome. Keep up the terrific work!
— Lauren (Tiger Lily Photography)
Jan 5
Need you even ask…I love to see you photo’s of the happy couple on their special day
— Mimi
Jan 5
You photos are truly a treat James. I’ve seen quite a few whole weddings of yours… and they never get boring!
— Elizabeth
Jan 5
What a mesmerising wedding James. Of course I know of knew what to expect having been at one of your weddings before
— Cathy Crawley
Jan 6
Ok, so that didn’t make sense, LOL!
— Cathy Crawley
Jan 6
James you should be very proud…. this wedding is absolutely gorgeous - so much feeling & softness & fun captured…. What an amazing wedding collection you have captured & created for this special couple. Thank you for sharing….
— liz arcus
Jan 7
Well, I’ve just had the best hour+ of the holidays so far…pouring over Steph & Dan’s wedding photos! They are magical, beautiful lighting that day too, might I add. Big thumbs up, JD!
— Amy Neeson
Jan 7
Spectacular James! Thank you so so much for sharing them all. Definately incredible!
— Emma
Jan 8
Beautiful James, Thanks for sharing your work is gorgeous!
— Bella Taylor
Jan 13
I’m new to the photography world. Hubby bought me a Cannon EOS 450D (my first SLR) for my B’day and some digital camera lessons for Christmas - so I’ll have a hope of using the camera to it’s potential! Your photography is amazing. I aspire to be able to show my talents as well as you do.
— Di
Jan 16
I loved this wedding, the pictures are absolutely amazing and I can’t wait to see Anna and Josh’s pics online soon.
If you do, then check out this cool little accessory that I got for Christmas. I used to have problems with my iPhone battery lasting just 1 day..but not anymore. It’s called a Mophie Juice Pack, and I’m so glad to have it!
Oh, I think this is working!! Love your work James! Absolutely beautiful photos. I suppose it helps to have good looking subjects to photograph. Looking stunning there Sal!!
Awesome work James. Ben and I are impressed as usual. I honestly cannot imagine ever having anyone but you shoot for us. Beach shot is fantastic. Love the bridal party huddle too, even though it swallowed up a flowergirl, groomsman and bridesmaid!
Love the last one James. Gorgeous. And that huddle shot is funny! Looks like it was taken just seconds before they all fell over in a big heap!
Great job, as always!
Last photo is great . Is that Barack Obama next to Ben with the other groomsman.
looks great!