Cindy Lee | The Photographer
In my world everything is beautiful and everyone has a story to tell. I don’t strive to get pictures of what you look like, – I delight in getting pictures of WHO YOU ARE.
Photography truly is an art like no other and it delights me to be able to create this art for my clients. Every time I open an image that takes my breath away, I know that I am doing what I was born to do.
Portrait artist and photographer Cindy Lee, captures unique images of children, families & women with a relaxed & creative approach. Her artistic & creative talent combined with a love of light are undeniably what has caused such a buzz around her Art. She is an eagerly sought after photographer & her clients travel from all over for a one-of-a-kind photographic experience.My desire is to be able to focus on my clients and give them the absolute best I can which is why I offer a boutique service. As my client you are valuable and I want you to enjoy a uniquely personal & creative experience … so let’s have some fun! In order to do that, I will only be able to book a VERY limited number of sessions per month.
How do I describe my style?
When describing my photography style, a few words that come to mind are … fresh . fun . fabulous & edgy. I think you will see each of these in some shape or form, represented in my work… but I am in no way limited by them. I like to push the envelope with creativity. My goal is to not only deliver photos to you that are distinct, one of a kind, works of art but also photos that are uniquely YOU … that’s what I love to do!
I’m not your “traditional” pose-and-smile photographer. I like bold colors, bare feet, and hair in the wind … I never force smiles and no one is allowed to say “cheese”! I simply capture moments as they happen, the happy, the sad and the crazy! My aim is to personalise your photo shoot to suit you, your mood & your location and to change your perception of “photo day” from being a chore to a most enjoyable & memorable experience.
My portraits are fun and relaxed with an emphasis on lifestyle. I love to capture people as they are – their personalities, their passions, their quirks and shooting connections and interactions between loved ones & friends. Don’t worry about putting on your Sunday best, matching outfits or getting your hair just perfect. I’m here to capture who you really are, so just be yourself.
That being said, I think it makes sense to work with those that are likeminded. If you are searching for a photographer that has a more posed or traditional look to his or her photos and is more predictable, then I’m not the photographer for you.
If you found that you were drawn to my creative & unique style, then you are certainly in the right place!
What moves me? …
My God
My Family
Watching my children
Laughing with my husband
A tender cuddle
Photography & being creative
Good Music
Good coffee
Sparkling mineral water
Icecream (sadly)
Floating in water
The Sun
The smell of the ocean & sounds of the waves
Being loved and loving in return
.. oh & few of my little secrets!
Cindy Lee van Gaalen | the Person
I consider myself blessed to have been married 18 years and have a wonderful, supportive man by my side. He is my #1 fan and greatest source of encouragement. I have three completely beautiful, talented yet loopy kids. They make me laugh, they make me cry, they make me crazy and they make my heart sing – they truly are my gift from God! You will notice them featured a lot in my art. My family, faith and friends are my inspiration.
“We don’t take pictures with our cameras, we take them with our hearts and we take them with our minds, and the camera is nothing more than a tool.” Arnold Newman
I’m a photographer & digital artist and I love what I do. I live by a simple belief that “if God, being the most creative being in the Universe, created us in His image then all of that creativity is already contained inside of us”. I am passionate about exploring that creativity and helping others to discover it too.
I am a perfectionist when it comes to my work and have only the highest expectations for what I deliver to my clients. I work with digital cameras and use good equipment to ensure high quality photographs for you. I am always endeavoring to learn more and try new things.
Other than being with my family and friends I am most at home and the happiest when taking photographs & being creative.
Thank you for taking the time to view my work and sharing a small glimpse of the world, as I see it.
Now, enough about me… how ’bout you? Send me an email, call or text! I would love to hear from you and start “celebrating who YOU are”!
