**Photography**Aussie Rules Football (Hawthorn)**music**singing**movies** **bellydancing**Hawaii**surfing** **Super V8's~motor car racing (Go Fords!!)**
**reading**writing**internet**travel** **camping**genealogy**arts/crafts**poetry** **history**Marilyn Monroe**Elvis** **classic 40's/50's Hollywood**
**astrology/tarot/spiritual/angels....**
Depression
I suffer from severe (long-term) Depression and anxiety
I'm not saying this to get sympathy or attention!
I just want more people to understand -
Depression and mental illness IS real, and it IS a killer!
There are different types of depression and mental illness.
Although there has been a minor shift in social acceptance of this illness, there still seems to be a large misconception and misunderstanding of the disease amongst the general community.
It is not something that many people willingly admit to having, for fear of rejection and ridicule.
Or because they don't want to be a burden on their friends & family.
But I personally believe, that if more people spoke up
and shared their experiences, it may help to break down
some of those barriers and create more understanding.
Depression can be treated and controlled, to a point!
Because mental illnesses are inside the brain, it can be hard to detect, BUT
there are some outward symptoms that signal a person
MAY be suffering from depression.
To find out what they are, or for more information
on depression, please visit these sites:
If you look out for the signs, you may be able to save a life -
maybe a friend, or family member. Maybe even your own!
Thankyou! : )
Music
A few of my faves (in no special order) are:
**Bon Jovi**Elvis**The Beatles**Frank Sinatra**U2** **Billy Joel**Robbie Williams**Guns'n'Roses** **Eric Clapton**Chris Isaak**Powderfinger** **Goo Goo Dolls**INXS**AC/DC**Sting**Police** **The Eagles**Supertramp**Queen**ABBA** **Cold Chisel**Jet**Wolfmother** **End of Fashion**Eskimo Joe**Evanescence** **Bryan Adams**The Cranberries**Dido**Sade** **Harry Connick Jnr**Michael Buble** **Jack Johnson**Coldplay** **Shania Twain**Faith Hill**The Dixie Chicks**
I will add to this from time to time.....
Movies
Comedy, Action, Romantic comedy, Thrillers
Television
Not that I watch a lot, but it's usually on in the background though! :)
**AFL footy**sports**news**documetaries**
**Home & Away**McLeods Daughters** **All Saints**Rush**City Homicide** **How I Met Your Mother** **Californication**Heroes** **Desperate Housewives**Grey's Anatomy** **Ugly Betty**
The Family Guy**That 70's Show** **Sex and the City**Friends**Lost** **The Ghost Whisperer**
Books
**Photography books & magazines** **fashion & beauty magazines**
**history**biographies** **craft & home decorating books and magazines**
Heroes
**My mum**
**Anyone who is real, and has the courage
and determination to follow their dreams!**
I'm a (mostly self-taught) photographer based in Perth, Western Australia. I offer high-quality, professional photographic services in a wide variety of fields, such as:
I mostly work on location, as I prefer to work with natural light, but I also offer studio shoots, or I will even come to your home, if you prefer!
Please note:
~ I do not pay models, nor do I offer TFP shoots (unless I feel it would be mutually beneficial), BUT my rates are very reasonable!
~ No modelling experience is necessary! You do not have to be a model to have a shoot with me ~ everyone deserves to have beautiful photos of themselves! BUT anyone wanting swimwear/glamour shots MUST be 18yrs or over!
~ I work in a professional, yet relaxed & friendly manner, in order to make you feel comfortable and to get the best results for both of us. I aim to make your shoot an enjoyable experience
If you are interested in doing a shoot with me, please contact me either on here, or email: maritabird@aapt.net.au
I'd LOVE to hear from any fashion designers or musicians/performers wanting promotional shots done!
Some examples of my work ~
see my "pics" page for more
I'm Published!! : )
Zoo Summer Special (Dec 08 - pg 72)
An article from a French newspaper featuring one of my photos!! :)
All of my photos are subject to copyright ~
You may NOT copy or download them without my permission!!
My equipment:
Nikon D80 DSLR
AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G
AF-S VR Nikkor 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G ED
AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Nikon SB600 speedlight
Manfrotto 190XB tripod, with 804RC2 head
Canon PowerShot A720 IS
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30
Please also check out my profiles on these sites!:
