For about two years, I lusted at the stunning imagery that popped up daily from
Sherbet Birdie Vintage and Pinup Photography on Facebook. Seeing the ladies in their chosen pinup scenarios, depicting their individual beauty and personality with such confidence, was so inviting, but I never thought I would have the confidence to partake in such a shoot myself.
Finally in September last year I took the plunge and gave the wonderful Sasha a call to discuss booking my own photo session. Two years of putting off the call, made it a nerve racking moment but immediately Sasha's warm nature put me at ease. After a short discussion we locked in a date and some of my interests, and I anxiously waited for the consultation phone call.
After the consultation, I was delighted with my chosen scenarios and looks, and hoped they would display my interests as well as give me some beautiful pictures. Sasha was wonderful at understanding my concerns and her excitement was infectious!
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| The beautiful hub of Sherbet Birdie |
Sherbet Birdie are based in Sydney, so I made the short flight from Melbourne, arriving at their 'Pamper Palace' barefaced, excited but sweating with nerves! Lucy from
Lucy Topp Makeup and Sasha greeted me, the love and positivity these women exuded from the moment I walked through the door is indescribable and made me feel relaxed immediately.
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| Bright blooms and Finger sandwiches |
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| Macarons and unique jewellery on hand |
Lucy worked her fabulous magic, and nearly bought me to tears at the final reveal - it felt so luxurious sipping on Moet, eating macarons whilst my hair and make up were expertly applied. Such beautiful thought and detail were placed through out the day, which is such a true reflection of both ladies. Sasha gave me great direction for posing for each of my outfits, and both gave such positive encouragement through the day. It was so lovely to hear their compliments and it started to make me feel differently about the bits of me I disliked. My big bum and thighs didn't appear to be so bad anymore!
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| Behind the scenes -a little selfie! |
We giggled and chatted through out the incredibly hot day, and time flew as we wrapped up the last scene, especially tough squatting for such a long time!
I got changed, and sipped on my rose tea, flicking through the most amazing photography book on Audrey Hepburn whilst anxiously listening to the 'Ooh's' and 'Aah's' coming from behind the curtain as Sasha and Lucy began to look through the photos. As they cut down the vast amount of images to present to me, I reflected on the day. I was feeling so full of life and couldn't wait to see the final images.
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| Delicious rose tea to finish the day. |
As I chose the images I wanted to have printed, I was in awe at the person in the photo, a beautiful smile and a glint in the eye, I didn't criticize my imperfections once. I didn't notice my dimply thighs or big arms and my chubby cheeks actually looked quite adorable. Usually on viewing a photo, I immediately go to what I dislike, and turn my little nose up in disgust. That day marked a change in the way I view myself, and for that, I will be forever grateful to Sasha and Lucy.
I couldn't recommend their services more highly, and I am already contemplating what my next shoot will entail!
Now for the final pictures!
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| Something a little different - not my usual bubbly smiley picture! |
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Inspiration for this image came from a photo I had seen on Sherbet Birdie's Facebook - I wanted an image to put on my wall, where you couldn't see my face. I love the bright pop of colours, and how fun this image is!
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| This is probably my favourite photo, due to it's sweet and nerdy nature. This vintage microscope was sooooo heavy! |
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| I wanted to display a sexy side but not in an overt, over the top manner - I think this is just right! |
Let me know your thoughts. Would you ever do a shoot like this? If not, why not? x
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