magical golden hour
Ah, the Golden Hour – it's a moment suspended in time, where the heavens bestow upon us a gift of unparalleled radiance on this earthly plane.
If you're not yet acquainted with its allure, let me introduce you to the wonder that is the Golden Hour. Picture this: it's that sacred time just before the sun dips below the horizon. As the sun gracefully descends, its warm, amber rays stretch across the sky, enveloping everything in a mesmerizing glow. The atmosphere comes alive with a soft, ethereal light that seems to breathe life into every corner. This, my friends, is the Golden Hour.
For those of us who wield our cameras as tools of expression, this time of day is nothing short of a photographer's dream. As a devotee of natural light photography, I can attest – there’s simply nothing quite like it. The Golden Hour offers
the most flattering glow for portraits while also creating mesmerizing sun flares that burst with light.
Gone are the harsh shadows and squinty eyes that plague us under the blazing midday sun. Instead, we bask in the gentle warmth that blankets everything during this magical time.
And oh, in the summertime, the Golden Hour brings a welcomed relief from the heat, allowing us to unwind without the discomfort of sweat trickling down our faces or staining our shirts.
And let's not forget those sweet silhouette shots that we can capture as the sun dips below the horizon, creating breathtaking outlines against the painted sky
And just when you think you've witnessed all the magic that the Golden Hour has to offer, Mother Nature has one more surprise in store. Enter the Blue Hour – that mystical interlude between daylight and darkness, when the sky is painted in hues of indigo and violet. It's a time when the world takes on a surreal quality, as if you've stepped into a painting or a fairy tale.
It's a reminder that beauty exists in the simplest of moments, and that sometimes, the most extraordinary things happen when we least expect them.
Mystical Blue hour
When you reach out to me for a Maternity or Family session, I'll always schedule it for that sacred hour just before the sun dips below the horizon. Depending on the season, it's that magical time of day where the world is bathed in golden light.
Being a part of this stunning hour isn't just about capturing beautiful photos—it's about immersing yourself in the serenity of nature's embrace. It's about creating memories that will linger in your heart long after the sun has set.
So, when you look back at those images, I want you to remember the warmth of that evening, the laughter shared, and the love that enveloped your family. Because in the end, it's these fleeting moments that truly matter.
Sunset times Melbourne
January 8:41pm February 8:11pm
March 7:31pm April 5:46pm
May 5:15pm June 5:08pm
July 5:24pm August 5:49pm
September 6:15pm October 7:43pm
November 8:16pm December 8:42pm
