I found this location six months ago and thought it would be perfect for an early morning shoot, which are more accessible during the winter months as the sun rises later (I’m not really a morning person). It was a small team, only three of us, Ally Dunlop (talented stylist, hair and makeup artist) and gorgeous model, Holly Susan Leong, who I had not met before the shoot, but I had seen her sassy style on the runway at Undress Brisbane.

When we arrived at the location, just before dawn, there was a beautiful fog over the paddock and I was so excited to shoot, I was jumping around trying to hurry the styling of the first look. In those minutes just before the sun rose, the light was very soft and the fog on the paddock painted a magical scene. Then the sun came out in full bloom and bathed Holly in a lovely warm light. This shoot is the reason I love photography because it allows you to explore many different locations, experiencing amazing scenes that take your breath away.

Thanks to Whim Magazine for publishing our shoot in their latest online issue. Make sure you follow them on Facebook for more amazing photography and fashion by talented locals.

Although it was a cold winter morning, Holly embraced it, looking amazing in hand-made bralettes by Mirandalee Intimates and an Evelyn Curtis skirt.

Credits

Photographer: Yolanda van Kimmenade

Hair, makeup and stylist: Ally Dunlop

Model: Holly Susan Leong

Clothing

White skirt & bralette
Mirandalee Intimates bralette
Asos sheer maxi skirt
Dotti Faux Fur Vest

Black skirt & bralette
Mirandalee Intimates Bralette
Evelyn Curtis maxi skirt
Sportsgirl Faux Fur Coat

Summer may have gone for the moment, but we’re pretty lucky in Brisbane that our winter’s are very mild. This shoot was for ROMM magazine and I was so excited that one of my images was chosen for the cover! It’s always fun working with models who let their beautiful personalities shine through in their pictures. And if you can’t tell we had a lot of fun on this shoot playing with balloons and our always faithful flamingo friend!

As today is a cool and rainy day in Brisbane I thought it was the perfect time to reminisce about summer, swimsuits and cocktails by the pool!

Credits

Team

Photographer: Yolanda van Kimmenade
Models: Aicha Robertson and Emily Kathryn
Fashion stylist, hair and makeup artist: Ally Dunlop
Photography assistant and set design: Alisha van Bone

Clothing

Look 1 – pink swimsuits
Aicha
Molly and Polly – Jet Set Life High neck, Collette Earrings, Lovisa Necklace, Factorie Sunglasses
Emily
Molly and Polly – Lulu High Neck, Collette Cuff, Collette Ring, Factorie Sunglasses

Look 2 – blue flamingo swimsuits
Aicha
Molly and Polly – Flamingo Bay Full piece
Emily
Molly and Polly – Flamingo lovers full piece, Collette Earrings

Look 3 – pink / blue two-tone bikinis
Aicha
Molly and Polly – Beach Cruiser Balconette Top, Molly and Polly – Alma Bay Panel Frill Brief, Lovisa Ear Cuff
Emily
Molly and Polly – Beach Cruiser Balconette Top, Molly and Polly – Echo Beach Panel Frill Brief, Lovisa Earrings, Factorie Sunglasses

A little bit Clueless, a little big Gossip Girl and a whole lot of fun! A preppy style fashion editorial which was a creative playground for me to explore a different style. This shoot, with the fabulous Ally Dunlop stylist, was a chance to poke fun at the girls who would be likely to say “you can’t sit with us”.

So drink your juice box and enjoy our sweet little editorial.

Miss Stoeger, I would just like to say that physical education in this school is a disgrace. I mean, standing in line for forty minutes is hardly aerobically effective. I doubt I’ve worked off the calories in a stick of Carefree gum.
- Cher Horowitz, Clueless

Mel Hamilton: I’d like to see you have a little direction.
Cher Horowitz: I have direction!
Josh: Yeah, towards the mall.
- Clueless

Cher: Would you call me selfish?
Dionne: No. Not to your face.
- Clueless

This shoot was also published by the awesome Whim Magazine, a digital magazine and blog, who’s aesthetic can best be described as ethereal, feminine and dreamy. They have been lovely enough to support my photography habit and watch out for their next digital issue where one of my editorials will be featured!

Photographer: Yolanda van Kimmenade
Models: Tayla Richards and Yelena Stear @ Que Models
Fashion, hair and makeup stylist: Ally Dunlop
Photography and props assistant: Alisha van Bone

Clothing: All clothing was sourced from vintage stores and stylist’s own wardrobe except:
Look 1
Orange skirt – Sportsgirl
Purple shorts – Valley Girl
Look 2
Red tartan top and bottom – Supre
Look 2 & 3
White shoes – Rubi

Thanks to Brisbane’s ROMM Magazine, my photo was featured on the cover of their May 2014, party issue! Full editorial images coming soon…

In the meantime I asked editor, Zara Duffy a few questions to discover more about her digital magazine and creative inspiration.

5 Minutes with Zara Duffy, editor of ROMM Magazine

Why did you start ROMM Magazine?

I started ROMM as another creative outlet for Brisbane creatives. So often we hear about the art and culture of other cities, but not of our own!

As the editor of ROMM what do you look for in submissions?

I look for submissions that are unique, fit the theme, and were made by young creative with something new to offer!

What inspires you?

It sounds very cliche, but I am inspired by everything! Studying photography and art at university taught me how to be inspired by arbitrary things, as well as looking broadly for inspiration in fields other than your own.

What is your creative outlet?

My creative outlet at the moment is the label I’m working on!

How would you describe your personal style?

My personal style is a mix of op shop, vintage and local labels.

How would you describe Brisbane’s creative aesthetic?

Brisbane has a very interesting creative aesthetic – it is constantly changing. There are so many exciting newcomers alongside many well-established creatives, so it is quite balanced as well!

Working with Melissa (from Mirror Mirror Agencies) I did a pre-shoot with her in the city, so we could get to know each other and feel comfortable working together on the day. I think this is important as I feel that a great picture has so much to do with the connection between the model and the camera / photographer.

The graffitied walls of Kerbside bar were perfect to bring our vision to life. This shoot was a great learning experience as I experimented with different lighting techniques and was also challenged due to the heat on the day!

This is my favourite shoot to date and I couldn’t have done it without the hard of the team! This shoot was also published in Like a Lion Magazine.

Dress: House of Cards
Swimsuit: Nookie Beach “Mesh” Bandeau from The Gallery Boutique
Earrings: $hampaign Budget

Top: House of Cards “Shikome” Crop
Bottom: Nookie Beach Swimsuit bottoms from The Gallery Boutique
Necklace: $hampaign Budget
Shoes: Models own

Top: Nookie Mesh Crop top from The Gallery Boutique
Skirt: House of Cards Skirt
Earrings: $hampaign Budget Earrings
Shoes: Models own

Team

Photographer: Yolanda van Kimmenade
Fashion stylist, MUA and Hair stylist: Ally Dunlop
Model: Melissa Mickelburough @Mirror Mirror Agencies
Photography assistant: Jareth van Bone

Last year I interviewed Claire Goldworthy who is the designer of Brisbane based, sustainable label, Harriette Hill. Her designs have been featured at Fashion Fridays and Undress Brisbane and uses a range of repurposed, antique, new and natural fabrics to minimise her environmental footprint.

Harriette Hill’s vintage, floral patterns on flowing dresses spoke to me of a hot, summer afternoon at the beach, with a light breeze blowing the soft fabric and the golden sun glistening on tanned skin.

I assembled an amazing team and we drove down to the Gold Coast on a sunny afternoon to create this editorial! With Cassandra Green (a fun, intelligent model with a gorgeous smile), stylist Ally Dunlop and makeup by Bek Kemp we had a great afternoon and were even blessed with perfect golden hour sunlight for our final beach shots.

Thanks to this amazing team!

Model: Cassandra Green @Sass Management Brisbane

Makeup artist: Bek Kemp on Facebook and Instagram

Fashion and hair stylist: Ally Dunlop checkout her portfolio, Facebook and Instagram

Photographer: Yolanda van Kimmenade check out my portfolio, Facebook and Instagram

Harriette Hill clothing featured: Floral Drape Kimono Jacket, Frosting Mini Dress, Ace of Cards Dress, Purple Blossom Maxi Dress.

This is my favourite shot of 2013, I love the colour and how much awesome attitude Aicha has in this image.

2013 was a huge first year for BNE Style! Thanks to everyone who has followed my blog, participated in shoots, submitted content and been supportive of my new obsession with photography! As a creative outlet it is more than I expected, not just learning a new skill but meeting interesting people through attending events and setting up shoots.

2014 holds plenty more exciting shoots to feast your eyes on with lots of creative Brisbane folk!

Here are some of my favourite images from the year! Let me know which are your favourites

My favourite shoot of the year for its simplicity and great location was in a graffiti filled alley in Fortitude Valley, Date With The Sun with Aicha of The Fashion Heist.

This was my first shoot with Ashleigh of The Blonde Silhouette but definitely not my last! From Catch Me If You Can.

Looking Over Her Shoulder was a gothic fairytale shoot with Jessica Tovey clothing, models Ashleigh from The Blonde Silhouette and Claire from Fashion’s Sweethart.

Brisbane Writer, Freya Wright-Brough shone on a sunny afternoon in West End.

Alisha van Bone (my sister and creative collaborator) in She and Him.

Aicha from The Fashion Heist in a Jessica Tovey clothing shoot. We had some fun with the amazing Charlotte Reeves and we got a furry model in on the action in Dog Days Are Over.

Sunkissed Afternoon featuring Jemma Lily in lush green gardens.

My first shoot with Amber from Amber Fashion Avenue in Spring Flowers in Bloom with a perfect afternoon sunset.

My first published online editorial (on Flanelle Magazine) with Declan Kluver from Vivien’s Brisbane in Desolate Station.

Parisian Holiday with my blogger friend and all around lovely lady, Ashleigh from The Blonde Silhouette.

An editorial for The Gallery Boutique with the Brisbane River as a backdrop in Gallery Boutique – Dresses by Kuku. This was my favourite shot, the way her dress blew in the breeze was perfect!

My brother-in-law and all around nice guy, Jareth van Bone in Industrie Man.

My gorgeous cousins, Sarah and Clare in Powerhouse Beauties.

A lookbook shoot for BeBitko Clothing at the beach on a stormy day, making the bright colours pop even more!

Meet male model, Declan Kluver who is signed to Vivien’s Brisbane. He was keen to add more street style images to his portfolio but wanted something industrial and a bit different in terms of location. The light on this afternoon was glowing softly, Declan was working his angles and the location was so versatile, with plenty of different textures and backgrounds to choose from!

Of course no fashion shoot can happen without an amazing team:
Photographer: Yolanda van Kimmenade (I love working with local models, if you need portfolio shots contact me!)
Stylist: Emma Gaffy, No Name Style
Vintage clothing from: Can You Keep A Secret
Hair and makeup by: Alana Williams
Assistant: Alisha van Bone

5 Minutes with Declan

How would you describe your personal style?
Very relaxed and easy going but classy.

What do you enjoy about modelling?
The thing I enjoy most about modelling is meeting so many new and interesting people.

What are your favourite clothing stores?
Any little boutiques really, or general pants for a quick grab.

Who is your style icon or someone who inspires you creatively?
I don’t really follow any as such, just any cool photos I see on social networks.

What are your favourite summer activities?
Surfing, skating, hanging out with friends and road trips!

Sneak peek of a bohemian themed shoot I did in collaboration with Ashleigh from The Blonde Silhouette (who styled the shoot and also modelled). I am privileged to have met so many talented people since I started my photography journey! More gorgeous bohemian photos of these lovely ladies playing in the sunkissed afternoon coming soon. Playsuits from Vigari Fashion.

Models: Ashleigh McCallum and Jemma Lily
Hair: Faith Williams
Makeup: Alana Williams
Assistant: Alisha van Kimmenade
Photographer: Yolanda van Kimmenade

Handmade jewellery from Hunter Gatherer.

Silk kimonos from Lisa’s Closet.