MARION JONKERS PHOTOGRAPHY

Pigs Might Fly

2009-06-13T12:37:00.004+10:00

And I may even update my blog soon!

Day out together in Beijing

2008-09-16T22:13:00.005+10:00

Marayke and I discovered the wonder of the Forbidden City and the hutong environs by rickshaw

SILVER!!!

2008-09-15T15:33:00.003+10:00

Awesome result. Congratulations Marayke on winning a silver medal at the Beijing Paralympics.

Beautiful Beijing

2008-09-13T01:56:00.014+10:00

Marayke and team mates cheer for a gold medal win for Australia in the pool

From Beijing

2008-09-11T02:32:00.006+10:00

Reporting that Marion is having a great time at the Paralympic Games in Beijing.

Marayke departs for Beijing

2008-08-25T03:07:00.003+10:00

...and she's off!! Marayke left early Saturday morning from Brisbane bound for Beijing via Sydney and Kuala Lumpur where the swim team has a week's training and acclimatisation before the Games start on September 6th.

Team luggage is all the same. Marayke is number 224.

Beijing Paralympics getting close

2008-08-11T22:42:00.009+10:00

Marayke is Beijing bound in just 12 days! I took this photo of her today at training.

The past few months have been busy with celebratory functions in the lead up to the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Beijing.Right now we are all watching our Olympians perform on TV. A few weeks ago I was priviledged enough to be at breakfasts,luncheons, presentation at Parliament House and cocktail receptions with some of these stars. In the company of my beautiful daughter Marayke who , in 12 days time, is off to her third Paralympic Games. Today I went to the pool to film and photograph her training and it was so good to see her swimming amazingly well in her fastskin spurred on by her coach Mike who is really pleased with her times. I'll post some of the images so you can see I have been busy, even if I have been enjoying myself!!

You can follow Marayke's progress in her lead up to to Beijing on her blog

www.maraykebeijing.blogspot.com

Join the cheersquad for Marayke at the Beijing Paralympic Games September 6 - 17

Marayke at the official presentation of QLD athletes going to Beijing at NOVA in Brisbane, with the Paralympic and Olympic flags.

Marayke is congratulated by Premier of QLD Anna Bligh.

Marayke with the QLD girls representing Australia in Synchronised swimming at the Beijing Olympics

Our QLD Olympians and Paralympians enjoy cocktails with the Premier at NOVA

Golden girl Libby Trickett with her golden smile

Marayke and Olympic diver Chantelle Newberry first met when they modelled Australia's team swimsuits for the media before the Athens Games in 2004. They both swam to medal winning triumph - Marayke 2 bronze and Chantelle Gold for Australia.

Marayke with singer Amy Pearson who sang "I'm Ready to Fly " for the television campaign in the lead up to Beijing.

Marayke and fellow team mates on the Paralympic Swim team Blake Cochrane and Brendan Hall

Athletes made their debut , being presented to the Premier after walking across this bridge, which was later transformed into a stage for entertainment by Amy Pearson

I remember cheering on the Australian Women's basketball team to Gold at the Sydney Paralympics captained by former coast school teacher, Alison Mosely, who now works for QLD Sporting Wheelies. She was here to give support to the basketballers going to Beijing. I've booked tickets for the basketball finals ( womens) in Beijing on the 15th September

Sports Star Awards Sunshine Coast 3rd June

Marayke with Olympian and Australian flag bearer Denise Boyd

Marayke with Olympic swimmer and triple gold medallist(1984 Games), Tracey Stockwell

Marayke and Olympic swimmer Samantha Hammill at a luncheon for Sunshine Coast athletes going to Beijing.

Luncheon guest speaker "Skippy" aka Geoff Heugill. Marayke rubbed shoulders poolside with Geoff in Sydney 2000 . He certainly has a heart warming smile!

Recent Work

2008-08-06T01:18:00.004+10:00

What I like most about my job as a photographer is the broad scope and variety of subjects I am asked to photograph.As well as weddings , portraits and events I do some commercial work, such as these architectural shots of the Commander Centre in Maroochydore, and also artist's portfolios.

SUSIE BLUE

I was recently commissioned to photograph a portfolio for Ceramic Artist Susie Blue ,so that she can promote her work to galleries. Susie is currently artist in residence at the Cooroy Butter Factory.

Medieval Visions

2008-08-06T00:30:00.004+10:00

It's been a while since my last post ,and yes,I am still alive. You could say I took a journey back in time and have been going through an Old Masters phase. Here are some images taken at the Abbey Medieval Tournament.

yes its real, not a still life painting

Holy crap!!!

another real still life

Welcome Malty

2008-07-05T00:01:00.005+10:00

Meet Malty, the newest family member. For Christmas Mum got a computer. The marvels of learning to browse the internet and what it can lead to! She managed to find Malty on there. He was in need of a new home!!Only had to convince John it was a good idea. With a little scheming and the aid of Marayke, John was persuaded to agree to a trial stay of 2 weeks. Well times up and Malty now sleeps in a bed with humans, travels in the car to the beach, shops or park daily ( yes Frankie sits in the back seat too to keep him company) and even has a personal trainer...now who do you think won????? Looks like adoption process is a fait accompli. Welcome to the family.

Kindy Kids

2008-06-07T11:29:00.005+10:00

Kindy kids...capers and cops. That's what's been keeping me busy lately.Wonderful to capture the innocence, the fun and the absolute individualism of each little person.

Ethan

Holly

Kira

Ruby

Eliza

Keesha and Kirra

Liam

Chloe

Dafydd

Ericson

Sylvia and Troy

2008-05-14T00:33:00.007+10:00

Nambour couple Sylvia and Troy celebrated their wedding at Clios Palmwoods on April 26th

Amanda and Ben

2008-05-11T02:12:00.006+10:00

Kiwis Amanda and Ben were married at Penny Lane Mooloolaba and all 50 wedding guests flew over from New Zealand. Reception was at Fridays at the Wharf.

Elle and Allyson

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Tom

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Easter in the Snowy Mountains

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Highland Country. Man from Snowy River terrain. Magnificent.

Vince and Maria

2008-03-14T14:32:00.007+10:00

Vince and Maria were lucky to get the dry and sunny part of February 29th for their morning wedding at Clios.

Jodi and Nige

2008-03-14T14:05:00.007+10:00

What is it about the date February 29th that makes crazy fun loving people like Jodi and Nige determined to get married on a Sunshine Coast Beach no matter whether it rains, pours or even blows a gale? Well you'd have to be from Melbourne, for a start.It was truly one of the most fun weddings I have ever been to,the pictures tell it all!!!! A marriage based on love such as Jodi and Nige's is set for life, just keep up that great attitude guys!

Shannon and Andrew

2008-02-15T18:31:00.003+10:00

Whilst the guys chilled out over a game of pool at Andrew's grandparent's house in Buderim, all manner of magic was transforming the girls at M1 in Maroochydore. Yani, looking exceptionally handsome , was in awe of how stunning his beautiful Mum Shannon looked and of the impending limo ride...... it was an amazingly cool wedding at Clio's Palmwoods. Congratulations Andrew and Shannon!

Australia Day

2008-01-29T23:13:00.000+10:00

On Australia day I headed out to Kingaroy with Marayke who is one of the QLD Government Ambassadors sent to speak in rural areas. We enjoyed dinner with the mayor, formal festivities in town, then lunch at the Carrollee Hotel with family and friends,including Jimmy from Nanango who at 95 is still full of beans and thoroughly enjoyed his day with us. After lunch we were treated to a tour of the Kingaroy Art Gallery and Museum with our friendly hosts CEO John and his wife Lynette followed by an interesting first hand peanut farm experience. Lynette, a teacher, grew up on a farm neighbouring Bethany, the home of the Bjelke Petersons and she certainly educated us well on all sorts of aspects of rural life. Then we were loaded up with gifts of local produce including 5 kg of gourmet flavoured Kingaroy peanuts for the journey home. Delicious!

Woodford 07 08

2008-01-02T08:56:00.000+10:00

wet wet wet that was Woodford this year.........

please STOP the rain

Thank you Lord thats enough rain for now.....

anyone for a dry bed?

Laura and Dave

2007-12-07T11:09:00.001+10:00

The glorious backdrop of Noosa Beach was perfect for the wedding of Laura and Dave on the 17th of November . Wow, how stunning did the bridal party look! A riverboat cruise up the Noosa River to Ricki's where the reception was held was so relaxing. The romantic candlelit atmosphere was splendid as family and friends wined and dined with the newly weds. The moment was captured forever on canvas with everyone adding their little artistic touch . To complete the perfect story Laura and Dave set off for Hong Kong and Thailand for their honeymoon.

speech writing.......so good to have a wife!

Gillam Family

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David and Heather had their photos taken together on their wedding anniversary . Here is the rest of the family too - Jimmy, Ben, Kylie and Dylan.

And what a buzz it was when over the phone this evening I talked David through how to access this blog on the computer and I knew we had succeeded when at last I heard Heather's delighted sighs on the other end of the phone as she saw her family's photos appear on the screen - what a clever husband !!!!

John and Val's Family

2007-12-04T21:05:00.000+10:00

Family is indeed the most important thing in life and I was able to witness this first hand when I recently photographed John and Val with their 6 children , grandchildren and great grandchildren at Lake McDonald Botanical Gardens. I first met this wonderful family at the wedding of grandson Ben at Beerwah. I really enjoyed photographing little Dylan again as well as all the other children . There were some great family group shots taken and Chris will have the proofs this week so you can check them out.

Or if you like you can contact me on 5448 5747

the entire family

John and Val with grandchildren and great grandchildren

4 generations of menfolk

Dylan

What a difference 7 months makes. Dylan April 21st 2007

Rebecca and Chris

2007-12-02T21:42:00.001+10:00

Saturday 1st December was the wedding day of Bec and Chris at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Families and friends enjoyed afternoon tea whilst the bridal party braved intermittent showers to have photographs taken at Mooloolaba. What fabulous cars those hotrods are! And didn't the bridal party look simply stunning ! The reception was held at CLIO's in Palmwoods where some more photographs were taken in the beautiful gardens. Congratulations Chris and Bec!!

Clios

for enquiries about photos contact Marion on 07 54485747 or email mdjonkers@hotmail.com

Donna and Mick

2007-11-30T20:50:00.002+10:00

Kayla and Fynn looked so cute they nearly stole the limelight at their Mum and Dad's wedding . Clio's Palmwoods was the venue for Donna and Mick's wedding followed by a photoshoot at Donna's family property on the Maroochy River at Bli Bli. White Bali flags dotted the spectacular panorama of the neatly mown acreage with cane fields and Mt Coolum in the background .

like Mummy

Kayla

Kevin Rudd our new Prime Minister

2007-11-30T19:43:00.000+10:00

In March this year I photographed a family reunion in Maleny and it is quite exciting that I now have the Prime Minister's family on my client base. The Rudd family have deep rooted connections with the Sunshine Coast, and I found them to be a warm hearted and wonderfully interesting group of people. The function, organised by Loree Rudd ( Kevin's sister) was to honour the memory of Kevin's parents, Bert and Marge. Friends and family travelled from as far as Melbourme and Sydney to attend the luncheon. It is an annual event and I am delighted that Loree has extended an invitation to me to again be photographer at next years reunion to be held in the ACT.

Kevin and his son Nicholas with Glasshouse Mountains backdrop

the many moods of Kevin Rudd

The Rudd family and an old family friend Lady Virginia

Kevin, Therese, Nicholas, Marcus , Jessica and Albert

Malcolm Kevin Loree and Greg Rudd

Tai and Paul

2007-11-14T07:57:00.001+10:00

Malcolms of Maleny was the venue for Tai and Paul's wedding on Ocober 27th. What a great couple they make! Bridesmaid Sandy commented on how much fun the photoshoot was as we frolicked in waterfalls and took in the breathtaking mountain scenery with a surreal sunset over the Glasshouse Mountains. A thick pink fog fuelled by a coastal bushfire almost engulfed them . Puff the magic dragon......... or perhaps........."the Sound of Music"?

Congratulations Tai and Paul!!

Tanya and Andrew

2007-09-20T13:38:00.001+10:00

Another glorious day for the wedding of Tanya and Andrew at Malcolms of Maleny

what a magical setting with the Glasshouse Mountains as a backdrop

Andrew's pride and joy - both of them!

tranquil rural setting Maleny

We ventured out to Andrew's parents property where this photo was taken.

Congratulations Tanya and Andrew!

Letisha And Kelly more photos....

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Flowergirl Mahalia shares Letisha's special day

what beautiful eyes you have Mahalia

bridal procession at the Gardens. Webster leads the way with the mother of the bride, Teena.

Webster keeping a close eye on what's going on

Spring Wedding for Letisha and Kelly

2007-09-20T11:22:00.001+10:00

A glorious sunny day marked the first day of spring and a beautiful start to the married life of Letisha and Kelly who were wed at the Maroochy Bushlands Botanical Gardens. Such a peaceful place and a wonderful setting for their photos.

lovers seat

romantic walk through the Sculpture Garden

Letisha and Kelly with the bridal party : Kristy, Renae and Vanessa, Phil, Keenan and Dave.

Letisha, Kelly and Letisha's faithful companion and Guide dog Webster who was ring bearer in the ceremony . Webster's nose was somewhat out of joint when he was left at "grandma's" for a week whilst his Mum and Dad went off on honeymoon to New Zealand.

We even managed to get to the beach for a few photos before the reception which was held in Nambour.

Congratulations Letisha and Kelly, you are a special couple and made for one another.

Marayke is a winner!!

2007-09-20T11:01:00.001+10:00

Tuesday 4th September

MARAYKE WON!!!!!!

Thank you so much to all of you who voted for Marayke in the Cosmopolitan Competition for the Fun Fearless Female award for 2007.

From a field of exceptionally inspiring young women Marayke emerged as the national winner and boy was she excited!!! A gala presentation ceremony was held at Watsons Bay in Sydney where she shared a movie star like existence for 2 nights with all the girls at the Sydney Sheraton, groomed by personal stylists and wardrobe people. Marayke's long locks were softly curled by a stylist whose next appointment was with Jennifer Hawkins! ( Miss Universe) She appeared on the front page of the Sunshine Coast Daily with Kerry-Anne Kennerley as well as in papers in Sydney and Melbourne. The highlight for Marayke was definately sitting next to and chatting with Delta Goodrem over lunch!

Getting home was made difficult by tight security lockdowns in Sydney because of the APEC summit and then stormy weather on the Sunshine Coast prevented a landing at Maroochy airport and a diversion to Brisbane. Marayke was finally chauffeur driven home compliments of Jetstar to an excited family homecoming and more radio interviews.

Marayke will use the $10,000 prize money to establish
SPORTING DREAMS a charity trust to assist disabled athletes pursue their dreams.

Body Art Carnivale

2007-09-20T10:08:00.000+10:00

26th August 2007

Eumundi was abuzz with colour, semi naked bodies and a frenzy of snapping lenses for Australia's Body Art Carnivale. The creative interaction between living canvases and artists resulted in spectacular transformations before a live audience culminating in an amazing evening parade at Joe's Waterhole.

Certainly an exciting event

An exhibition of photographs taken at the event will be held at the Eumundi Markets site on the weekend of 29th - 30th September.

Ross Family

2007-07-18T10:59:00.000+10:00

A recent visit from Gemma from New Zealand provided the perfect opportunity for a family portrait session for Caroline, Luke, Gemma, Sam and Bonnie.

What fun!!!

Debbie Blumel

2007-07-18T09:15:00.000+10:00

7th July. It was a glorious sunny winter's day in Nambour. A friendly gathering in a lovely garden setting with delectable culinary treats created by those wonderful women of the CWA. Guests mingled on the lawns and afterwards dined in the marquee whilst enjoying the beautiful music of the Offenbach Strings. A fine occasion to meet Debbie Blumel, Labor candidate for Fairfax. Anyone wanting to see photos of themselves posted, email Marion at mdjonkers@hotmail.com

a leap of faith

I'm sure we will all be voting for Debbie come election time! Please remember too everyone to keep those votes rolling in right now for Marayke as your choice for the Fun Fearless Female in the Cosmo Competition. Every vote counts! Voting closes soon. Thanks!!
www.ninemsn.au/fearless

COSMO FUN FEARLESS FEMALE

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VOTE ONLINE NOW FOR MARAYKE
www.ninemsn.com.au/fearless

Cosmopolitan Magazine August Issue p. 76
Marayke is one of 5 National finalists in the Cosmo Fun, Fearless Female contest. The winner is decided by on-line votes, so cast yours today! log onto www.ninemsn.com.au/fearless The $10,000 prize money would certainly help Marayke get to the Beijing Games in 2008.

Marayke Jonkers, Qld

Imagine winning bronze at the Paralympics,
breaking world swimming records, backpacking
through Europe and Egypt, going to university to
study journalism and working as a motivational
speaker inspiring kids to take up sport — all from
a wheelchair? This is the life story of Marayke,
25, who was paralysed in a car accident at just
eight months of age. Marayke is currently in
training for the 2008 Beijing
Paralympics and
hopes to pursue a career
in TV presenting and
modelling as she believes
people with disabilities
should be better represented
in the media.

Vote now for
Marayke at
Fun Fearless Female
Awards

Vote for local girl Marayke Jonkers

E-mail: marayke@marayke.com
www.marayke.blogspot.com
www.ninemsn.com.au/fearless

Hairshow more pics

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All models who would like to see themselves on this site or order a photo email Marion at: mdjonkers@hotmail.com

fun behind the scenes

Emily

Fun at HUNT on 1st July 2007

Divine Being Hairshow at Hunt 1st July

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arriving in style.......on the back of a Harley..........what a headturner!

Hairshow

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Models are briefed by Kym before the Show

Nicole and Olivia looking gorgeous- yep that's Olivia from the last show on the right!

avant gard creations

wow!

Well what a night ! And what talented stylists the crew at Devine Being Salon are. Didn't the girls ( and guys!) all look fantastic! Fashions were from Eve Boutique and Alterior Motif with accessories by Jen from Fascin8u and flowers from Sculpted Leaf. There are more photos to come . Keep tuned to this site throughout the week!

Action Week

2007-06-26T10:12:00.000+10:00

Hi and welcome to my first posting . This week is ACTION WEEK. I am finally launching a long overdue webface presence and have registered a website domain.
http://www.marionjonkersphotography.com.au/. The site is currently under construction hence this blog which is a great way for me to instantly share images of my world with you all.

a new outlook

Hair and Fashion extravaganza

This Sunday I am the photographer at an exciting social event "Sunday Bloody Sunday" a Hair and Fashion Extravaganza at HUNT by the River.

28 gorgeous models will strut their stuff sporting the colours and styles of this winter. The event is being hosted by devine being , a complete hair, body and soul experience located in Ocean Street , Maroochydore. It is a charity event in aid of Bloomhill's Childrens Charity. There will be a catwalk parade, GHD stage demo, gift bags and an exciting raffle followed by a devine gourmet experience at HUNT on the River.

The brainchild of salon owner Kym, this event grew out of the first hairshow held just over a year ago where I was also the photographer. Here are some pictures of that first show. Well can't wait to check out all the new season's styles and capture some great images . Look out for the images which will appear on this spot next week!!!

friendly staff at DNB Salon ( now Divine Beauty Salon)