Category Archives: Portraits

Armani Hotel, Dubai – Part II

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Alice

An invitation that was not ignored: to participate and to shoot the launch of Armani Hotel Dubai’s, ‘Cooking Master Class’. Yes, indeed: Armani Hotel’s Specialty Head and Sous Chefs taking the Foodie Writers, Journalists and Photographers of Dubai on a gastronomical … Continue reading →

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Belle Femme

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Alice

I claim as friends some girls with continental backgrounds and by jove they are classy birds. Some are living in France, some made a life there before now, and some are perpetually drawn to France for their vacations. At any rate, French women … Continue reading →

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A Winning Photo

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Alice

Look which image won the Dubai Mother’s Day Photo Award for 2012? This one! And most certainly a prouder photographer there never was… This is my beautiful friend Michelle and her daughter Zara-Laine. Michelle asked me to shoot the celebration of … Continue reading →

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Oman – Part III – Sifawi Boutique Hotel

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Alice

When thoroughly modern and hard-working ladies wish to take a break from the humdrum of paid employment, decisions must be made and consensus reached as to where said break shall be taken. No easy feat for many, but for some, … Continue reading →

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Ode to a Hug

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Alice

WEEE! That’s how I feel when I am on a playdate with an exceptional friend who likes as I do hugs and hand-holding and all sorts of soul-nourishing flourishes of affection. Whether taking a stroll beside a lazy river, or … Continue reading →

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How Happiness Looks – Part 1

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Alice

Only today I was pondering they why’s and wherefore’s of happiness. Sure, I know it when I myself feel it; I sense it from others intuitively when it shows on their faces and in gestures; I long for it in … Continue reading →

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Kitty Kat Jam

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Alice

Aww. How CUUTE!! The usual response we receive from showing off our beloved kitty-cats in photos. But what if you don’t want to capture “cute”? What if your feline friend is anything but cute? Like humanoids, pet cats are a … Continue reading →

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Quirky Friends – Portrait Series

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Alice

I have to admit, sometimes it’s easy to fall into the same old formulas when it comes to portraits. Even with new poses, taking portraits can become mundane if the same compositions and angles are used for everyone. You know its time … Continue reading →

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Top Tips – Part 1: Shooting Children’s Portraits

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Alice

We aim to please here at alicehartleyphotography. And what better way to make the gentle reader happy than to dispense counsel on ways to improve holiday snaps. Herewith are the most common questions I am asked on the topic of … Continue reading →

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One Point Five Two Carats of Love

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Alice

Lets begin with what takes my breath away every day: my engagement ring. The plush 1.52 carat centre solitaire is set high with four prongs gripping the stone, little metal claws bending over the edge of the transparent jewel holding … Continue reading →

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