This unique cycling event that took riders through the scenic town of Albany exploring some of the City's most iconic spots including the National ANZAC Centre, the Historic Whaling Station, the Wind Farm and Middleton Beach. Ride distances included the 10km Family Ride, 40km Ride and 80km Challenge.
The ride started and finished at picturesque Emu Point.
The event attracted 180 cyclists of all skill levels from around Australia to participate in raising awareness and helping to raise vital funds for people living with MS and other neurological conditions in the Great Southern Region.
The event was generously sponsored by Southern Ports Authority and The City of Albany.
The event was also supported by Perth Integrated Health Cycling Group, Passmore Cycles, Albany Physiotherapy, The Rapid Relief Team, Triple M Albany, ATCO Albany and Di Sinclair-Thomas Photography.
The event has raised a massive $18107 so far! Well done to the event organisers and volunteers this was a really well organised and fun event. Its not too late to donate and lend your support to this important cause.
I hope you enjoy the sample of some of the images from the day.
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The amateur swimming event took place at the Albany Aquatic and Leisure Centre, where 133 participants across 11 teams battled it out to swim the longest distance in a set 8-hour period.
Teams of 10 or more challenge themselves in the swim - they had to have one swimmer in the water at all times for the duration of the event. There are no rules on how the competitors swim the event (freestyle, backstroke, doggy paddle!) as long as they complete each lap without the use of swim aids or devices (e.g. flippers).
A huge congratulations to Rachelle Williamson-Wright who was the highest individual fundraiser, Team Marines who were the highest fundraising team & Camfield Crusaders who swam the most laps over the 8-hours.
This year the event raised over $21,000! An amazing effort by all involved. This generous support allows MSWA to offer a wide range of services to people living with MS and other neurological conditions in the Great Southern Region.
This swim was run with the support of the Southern Ports Authority - Port of Albany, the City of Albany and the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre.
To see all the images click on the link at the end of the blog.
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This unique cycling event that took riders through the scenic town of Albany exploring some of the City's most iconic spots including the National ANZAC Centre, the Historic Whaling Station, the Wind Farm and Middleton Beach. Ride distances included the 10km Family Ride, 40km Ride and 80km Challenge.
The ride started and finished at picturesque Emu Point, which was transformed into a hive of festivity with food and beverage vendors, children's activities and music.
The event attracted cyclists of all skill levels from around Australia to participate in raising awareness and helping to raise vital funds for people living with MS and other neurological conditions in the Great Southern Region.
The event was generously sponsored by Southern Ports Authority.
The event was also supported by Passmore Cycles, Albany Physiotherapy, Emu Point Cafe, The Rapid Relief Team, MacDonalds Albany and Di Sinclair-Thomas Photography.
The event raised a massive $19310! Well done to the event organisers and volunteers this was a fabulous event. Its not too late to donate and lend your support to this important cause.
I hope you enjoy the sample of some of the images from the day. You can view all the images by clicking the link below.
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These amazing treats are the work of Geoff Mowatt who is in the process of launching "Organic & Raw by Mowatt"
I can assure you that they are absolutely delicious - there were trimmings surplus to requirements at times you understand :)
If you want to like Geoff's page and watch his business grow here is the link.
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The Little Whalers Kids' Run was awesome to watch with heaps of determination and spirit shown by the 26 kids participating in the 1.3km trail and 23 kids in the 2.6km event. It was held in and around the picturesque Discovery Bay Botanical Gardens and Albany's Historic Whaling Station.
The 23km trail runners also took in Goode Beach, Whalers Cove, Point Possession, Camp Quaranup and Shoal Bay.
Well done to all the organisers and volunteers on an excellent event, I hope you enjoy the previews...
When you have finished looking at the previews you can see all the event images here:
http://disinclairthomasphotography.zenfolio.com/atr the password is "catchme"
Images or prints can be purchased for a small fee with all profits going to ADHOC - Albany and Denmark Hinterland Orienteering Club inc.
Many thanks to the event sponsors:
Government of Western Australia
City of Albany
Amazing Albany
Albany's Historic Whaling Station
Department of Sports and Recreation
South Coast Sports Medicine
Shots Sports Nutrition
Their family and friends were present to be involved in and witness the touching ceremony conducted by Father Vince.
Afterwards the party moved to the Venice Restaurant to enjoy an amazing grazing table lunch, cake, wine and coffee. It was such a pleasure to be part of the festivities and to celebrate this momentous occasion with Antonia and Sebastiano, their family and friends.
Lots of hard work went into making the day so enjoyable...
The grazing table lunch prepared by Kate and Guy Lembo , Bec Logan and Carl Ladies was a lavish feast - just awesome guys thank you.
Flower arrangements were prepared by Kate with a bit of help from Lilly and myself. Cherhi supervised the whole process to ensure the quality was up to scratch.
Kate also prepared the stunning cake - the GF bottom layer was the best cake I have ever tasted - much appreciated Kate xx
Nancy spent lots of time and energy performing logistical miracles leading up to the event to make sure everything was perfect for the day. She is also a bonbonniere master!
I hope you enjoy the photos...
prepared by Kate and Guy Lembo , Bec Logan and Carl Ladies.
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The Historic Whaling Station at Discovery Bay is a great day out ordinarily but the Festival was a real treat for locals and visitors with heaps of activities and entertainment throughout the station.
The tuneful Shanty Men kicked off the entertainment fresh from hugely appreciative audiences at the Fairbridge Festival these lads really are very engaging.
City of Albany Mayor Dennis Wellington officially opened the Festival and ABC’s Andrew Collins blew the ceremonial horn to summon the Humpback Whales to the Bay. This naturally worked and to the delight of festival goers a Humpback was spotted in the bay.
Simone Keane and Giles Watson performed some beautiful songs and poems from their gorgeous “Whale Breathing” Album released in 2016.
Informative guest speakers included Maritime Archeologist Adam Wolfe and Environmental Biologist Katelyn Weinert on the main stage. Elsewhere Station personal conducted tours, told stories and shared their knowledge with keen visitors.
The Cheynes IV Whale Chaser was packed with eager explorers while Triple M was broadcasting live from below.
Joey Williams and Catherine Mercer from Poornarti Aboriginal Tours were demonstrating painting and running a hands-on workshop to create a stunning whale mural.
Jamie the Clown… Arrrrr! I mean Captain Scallywagg kept the kiddies from mutiny with his bubble blowing antics and cool face painting. He transformed many a scurvy cur into a marine masterpiece.
The Cira Sea Troupe and Big Top Performers were a huge hit through out the day… just look at the pictures!
The young ladies from the Southern Edge Arts Actors Club presented “The Whale’s Song” in the workshop.
It was really great to see all the hard work and planning come together to culminate in such a great day well done everyone.
I recently had the pleasure of working with the crew from Impulse Cycles and Jacqui from Spurr of the Moment Design to capture images of their range of bikes for hire and purchase.
A big thank you to all the models who got out of bed early to be part of the action - Abbie, Ziva, Elana, Alicia, Ellie and Shane. Thanks also to Kingsley, Phil and Nav from Impulse Cycles and Jacqui from Spurr of the Moment Designs for asking me to be part of the process and being so fabulous to work with.
What did I learn from this shoot? That there is always room in the garage for just one more bike!
Shane I am still recovering from your socks the doctors assure me my retinas will heal in time...
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The celebration was held at Frenchy's Restaurant we all had a lovely meal, the jokes and wine were flowing.
Then they introduced Susan Barretts from the next table and announced that they were going to get married much to the surprise and delight of the gathered friends.
The ceremony was lovely and we were all so happy to be part of these two soul mates celebrating their commitment.
I took some sneaky wedding pictures prior to the dinner at the Albany Bali Style Accommodation.
Here are a few pictures from the day for you and your friends and family Gina and Bryon xxx
Make up by the lovely Tammy Bemben
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What lucky kids to grow up amongst the trees with all their interesting animals!
I hope you enjoy your previews guys lovely to meet you all xx
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Mia has a very cute two year old sister. Like all two year olds Ella doesn't stay still for more than a nanosecond.... unless she's making mud pies... yum!
I hope you enjoy your previews Jenny and Craig and thanks for letting me hang out with your lovely family.
The touching ceremony was officiated by Kate Thomas on Mount Clarence with Layla, Billie and Louisa all playing a part. The couple were surrounded by family and friends and supported by a stylish bridal party - Ally, Christie, Matt and Paul.
A big thanks to Jan and Chris for opening up their lovely home to rampaging photographers with such good humour.
The little girls and their Nan Norma nearly stole the show with their cuteness. The gorgeous bride however was not to be outdone and pulled off a spectacular headstand. Well done Holly!
The reception was held at the Albany Golf Course.
I hope you love your previews xx
Photography Di Sinclair-Thomas and Peter Towers
Hair: Pam Russell BelleHair Travelling Hair Stylist
Make-up: Morgan Annie.
Florist: Hot House Flowers
Cake: Albany Cake Designs
Transport: The Panizza's
The couple were blessed with an amazing summer day and surrounded by family and friends many of whom travelled to make this a special celebration.
Celebrant Wendy Ann Freeland performed a touching and humorous ceremony.
Hair Stylist - Pamella Russell of Bellehair.
Make up artist - Special Occasion Makeup by Tammy
Cake - Sweet Cherub
Photography Di Sinclair-Thomas and Sarah Burridge
I hope you like your previews xx
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Breeana and Taylor exchanged their vows to become man and wife on the 9th of January in the lovely St Johns Church Albany. The touching ceremony was performed by Reverend Alan Taylor.
Breeana and Taylor seem to be blessed by a huge network of loving and supportive family and friends who all helped in many ways to make this a wonderful day.
Their bridal party were a terrific, fun loving and stylish crew who made taking photos a lots of fun - so thank you and I hope you love your previews.
Hair stylist Danika
Make up artist Biannca
Cake by Auntie Tammy
Videography by Ollie
Florist Hot house flowers
Photography by Di Sinclair-Thomas and Peter Towers
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I hope you like your previews Kaylah xxx
The ceremony was officiated by John Power at Fisheries Beach we were blessed by perfect weather conditions. The reception was held in the stunning private gardens of James and Sian which was a photographers delight.
The charismatic Andrew was master of Ceremony with Geoff Waldeck and Lez providing great music. The guests also contributed some great music much to ever ones delight.
I wish you both all the best for the adventures ahead and feel very blessed to have been part of your lovely wedding I hope you enjoy your previews xx
Catering Lee-Anne Sugg from The Wandering Kitchen.
Hair By Renee Rumble
Makeup by Hannah Potter
Cake - Amy Green
Flowers - Blommin Flowers
Transport - Albany Vintage Car Club
Big thank you to Steph for being a terrific photographers assistant xx
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If your looking for somewhere for your wedding party to stay and get ready or accommodation for visiting family it would be hard to find a better accommodation. The grounds are so lovely and a stones throw from Middleton Beach, Three Anchors, Hybla, Bay Merchants, Erye Park and Rats.
The ceremony was officiated by Major Paul at the Salvation Army Church Albany. Craig and Miriam were surrounded by their family and friends many of whom travelled a long way to be part of their special day. The reception was held at the Vintage Car Club where we were all treated to dancing lessons to everyones amusement and enjoyment.
Who would have thought that such a beautiful love story and family could start at the Jerramungup Roadhouse?
Thank you guys for a great day it was lovely to meet all your family and friends. I hope you like your previews.
Hair by Pamela Russell of Bellehair Traveling Hairstylist
Makeup Artist Jo Pinchin of Makeup By Jolene
Flowers by Blooming Flowers
Cake by Kelsey Hortin
Photography by Di Sinclair-Thomas and Sarah Jane Burridge
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The event was the culmination of a year of planning and hard work by the entire Pinker family. The attention to detail in decorating the Hall and planning the event was amazing guys well done I hope you have a day off today you deserve it.
The Archers were in fine form... well some of them... but no one lost an eye.
The Jousting was fast and furious.
The feast was a visual and culinary triumph.
Here are some preview of the festivities... Happy Birthday Sophie.
Hair by Pamela Russell - Bellehair Travelling Hair Stylist. Make up by Jolene Pinchin - Makeup by Jolene.
Photography by Di Sinclair-Thomas and Steph Sodano.
* It should be noted that no pink unicorns, children or animals were intentional injured during this event.
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It was a lovely golden-light afternoon and a beautiful setting to play in. Big thank you to all the kids and teens (and Charlie) for being such good sports and showing me their toys I do love a bit of action photography.
Photos by Di Sinclair-Thomas and Stephanie Sodano
Wednesday was one of those glorious Albany spring days and the family property is absolutely beautiful.
I asked young Kelso if he would be my model so I could adjust my camera to take a few shots of the cute 3 month old twins indoors. He said "yes" and promptly disappeared only to return with a sparkly hat and a microphone! You have to love his style.
Aside from Kelso this family have rather a large collection of small energetic boys - luckily for me though there were also two amazing young ladies Sarah and Laura who were fantastic help thanks guys.
Thanks for sharing you part of the world with me I hope you like your previews...
It was really lovely to wander around some pretty, sunny spots and get to know this gorgeous couple better before the big day.
I hope you like these previews as much as I do Miriam and Craig.
The test duration was nearly 5 hours great to see you all show-casing the cumulation of years of hard work. Congratulations to you all here are some previews of the day....
At the very bottom is a link to all the images in an online gallery.
* I have converted many of the images to black and white as the matts and fluorescent light can cause funny colour casts.
This is the link to the complete gallery of images it is best to select the slideshow option and sit back and watch...
http://disinclairthomasphotography.zenfolio.com/dragonbb2015
Enjoy!
Di Sinclair-Thomas
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Thanks for having me guys and making me feel welcome. Special thanks to Christine its so nice to talk photography with a fellow enthusiast we established that size does matter - well for lenses anyway...
After you have had a look at these previews click the link below to see all the pictures you can select "slide show" and sit back and watch.
http://disinclairthomasphotography.zenfolio.com/vinduro
Enjoy!
Di Sinclair-Thomas Photography
https://www.facebook.com/disinclairthomasphotography
I had said to my super assistant Steph on the way that is hard to get good pictures of a two year old unless they are hitting a tree with a stick - the only kind of picture I have of my gorgeous boy at that age. Also its hard to take a bad photo of a 7 month old as they are all smiles and eye contact at that age.
Rules for family portraits:
1. Two year olds are in charge.
2. Any questions see rule one.
I think we did manage to capture the gorgeous miss Layla and ever smiling Jackson quite well after all... Thanks guys it was so lovely to meet you and she your lovely place.
Why would you get married on a Tuesday?
Jeanette and Peter were married at age 17 over 50 years ago in Scotland, they had 4 children and later divorced.
Last year they were reunited in Albany while Peter was visiting their children and grandchildren. They rediscovered their love for each other and on Tuesday the 16th of June they remarried on the anniversary of their original wedding.
It was a gorgeous ceremony performed by Canon Edward Argyle and Rev Helen Barnard in St John the Evangelist Church, Albany.
Here are some previews of Peter and Jeanettes' beautiful wedding.
The talented local Piper John Corson provided stirring music on his bag pipes which were handed down from his father.
Makeup by the Tammy Bemben hair by Marlene.
A big thank you to my assistant photographer Sarah Burridge who took some fantastic candid shots of the kids in particular.
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Celestine Retreat has lovely private accommodation set in beautiful grounds. It has amazing forrest and ocean views and is right next door the Southern End Reception Centre with the same amazing views.
If you are looking for accommodation for yourself or family on your special day I would have a look at this lovely place. The managers Jeff and Jody were really great people - thanks for showing me your lovely place guys.
It was a new experience for both of us and something I have been wanting to try for ages thank you Renee for being such a great model. We had a lot of laughs and I can't wait to do more now.
Thank you also to the amazing and talented Pam Russell from BelleHair and Jolene Pinchin make up artist extraordinaire xxx
Marley though it was great to hear commands such as "chase the kids"... "woof woooooof woof! yay the rules have changed!"
Here are some previews of their family portraits thanks for being so playful guys I hope you like the results.
They were surrounded by the most beautiful collection of family and friends with the cutest entourage of children you could ever imagine. The enthusiasm and sense of of fun in your wedding party has made for some awesome images I hope you love them as much as I do.
Thank you Laizza and Gio for letting me be part of you special day it was so lovely to witness a ceremony so full of love. I wish you every blessing for the future Mr and Mrs Bermudez.
I had the pleasure of photographing this awesome couple tonight who are about to celebrate 25 years of marriage top job guys!
Thanks Julia, Darrel and Lex
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Congratulations to all the Athletes, organisers and volunteers who participated today it was an awesome day.
Over the next few days more images will be added to the gallery for you to view and purchase. You can order high quality prints or digital downloads. These images are watermarked with my name but it should be noted that they are the work of a group of amazing volunteers.
See all images here:
http://disinclairthomasphotography.zenfolio.com/adventurethon2014
Many thanks to the dedicated and talented team of volunteer photographers who took photos of the Adventurethon today:
Lex Porebski
Linda Rae Temperton
Photo Melita
Di Sinclair-Thomas Photography
Videographer extraordinaire:
Elliot Campbell
If you would like to contact any of these photographers please contact me:
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Just a quick note to say I will be offline for a few days so my iMac Big Bertha can be serviced she's running a bit slow - or is that me?
You can contact me on my mobile 0402 355 385 in the meantime I hope to be back up and running by Monday afternoon.
This also means that photo editing stops for a few days so sorry about the delay for those effected.
On a brighter note my house will be tidier…. maybe
Cheers Di
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In January 2014 I will commence doing newborn portrait sessions in clients own homes with my portable studio. In order to make the whole process as easy as possible for new parents I am trialling this site which allows clients to view and download their high resolution pictures without leaving home. High quality prints can also be ordered directly from the site and shipped to your door.
I would appreciate any feedback on my site of the process of viewing and ordering photos.
Cheers Di
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