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29 year old Mama to 5 gorgeous children and a new baby on the way, children's photographer, and author of the book Baby Beanies: Happy Hats to knit for little heads.
Canon 5d mkII, with 85mm 1.2, 50mm 1.4, 100mm 2.8.
Nikon d700 with 50mm 1.8, 85mm 1.8.
Natural light.
For more info on me/my hats/etc, you can find me at my blog & my etsy store Little Labyrinth And my biz blog Amanda Keeys Photography: Blog. I also have a book, called Baby Beanies: Happy Hats to knit for little heads.
So many people have asked how I get my colours and how I convert my black and whites, so I'm providing the link to my photoshop actions & presets here:
Fall Into Blue Actions
Photos of {amanda} (12)
{amanda}'s favorite photos from other Flickr members (1,494)
Contacts (1,060)
Groups (50)
- The smirk magazine subscriptions 3,311 photos, 460 members
- Unusual Photographs of Children 52 photos, 11 members
- Shabby Rose by Nicole 12 photos, 33 members
- When You're Smiling, The Whole World Smiles With You 196 photos, 123 members
- Antique or Truly Vintage Carriage, Pram, Buggy or Push-Kart 106 photos, 29 members
- A Portrait Group 183,760 photos, 5,635 members
- All Things Baby 3,034 photos, 681 members
- Etsy Portraits 568 photos, 935 members
- Prop Insanity! 13,701 photos, 3,104 members
- Professional Photographers Challenge 2,069 photos, 425 members
- I <3 client products 21 photos, 144 members
- {baby photography} 1,148 photos, 192 members
- Baby and Toddler Photography Group 15,952 photos, 1,405 members
- Baby, baby 2,359 photos, 239 members
- The Shutterbug Sisterhood 4,352 photos, 203 members
- Matilda Jane Fans 705 photos, 311 members
- HBW (bringing the blurry since '08) 17,145 photos, 2,317 members
- Striking Beauty 6,227 photos, 1,380 members
- *the maternal lens* 29,089 photos, 2,186 members
- {Photography Is My Passion} 1,637 photos, 177 members
- Yarn Photo Props For Babies and Children 2,706 photos, 480 members
- Rock the Session ! 169 photos, 70 members
- Newborn posing inspiration group 16,577 photos, 5,711 members
- Then and Now - How we are developing 64 photos, 417 members
- [Toddlers} 987 photos, 147 members
- Baby Beanies 80 photos, 57 members
- Before & After - A Sneak Peek into Processing 2,851 photos, 4,584 members
- babyphotographers 4,340 photos, 525 members
- Unforgettable PORTRAIT 5,295 photos, 311 members
- Newborn (Birth to 1 Month) 23,797 photos, 4,797 members
- It's the Composition, Flickr 27,721 photos, 1,323 members
- Kitten and Cat Lovers Only 1,818 photos, 225 members
- Cute Cats and Cuddly Kittens. 32,021 photos, 3,473 members
- The Unofficial JPG Magazine Group 223,688 photos, 21,040 members
- P. Costa Textures 487 photos, 513 members
- Due in 2008 - 2009 470 photos, 92 members
- Running a Child Photography Business in Australia 692 photos, 144 members
- Newborn - HowTo 3,540 photos, 833 members
- *sweet n' shabby* 1,152 photos, 293 members
- Cute Hat 933 photos, 156 members
- Capturing the Spirit - A journey in art and business 13,957 photos, 1,317 members
- A Childs Story Black And White 3,068 photos, 301 members
- Grunge Art Work AllEdges 10,205 photos, 1,150 members
- Photography Mentor 2,805 photos, 1,522 members
- LaTidoll - Yellow Miel 3,514 photos, 330 members
- Latidah 21,988 photos, 1,059 members
- Love Jadeness Couture 704 photos, 219 members
- Angel life ... Welcome in BambiCrony World 215 photos, 73 members
- .:*:..:*:..:*:. MiyukiDollfie Wigs .:*:..:*:..:*:. 1,151 photos, 308 members
- Inspiration from the Imagination 34,450 photos, 1,111 members
Testimonials (50)
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mara.kevyn says:
"I have followed Amanda for years now, first seeing her photos on DeviantArt and then found her when I joined Flickr myself. I have always been amazed by the beautiful photos she takes and her baby/child photography always seems to brighten up my day with the wonderful creative ideas that are captured. It's very cool to see how her work has changed and grown and to see her own children grow up [not to sound creepy] through her work.
I am so inspired by her photos, they're just beautiful. =]"25th October, 2009
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Elly Uiterwijk says:
"the most beautiful children pics i ever seen..."
11th July, 2009
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.capture the heart. says:
"Amanda was one of the first photographers that I met on flickr, and she is by far still one of my most favorite. Her photos have such a unique style and charm...nobody can photograph a child quite like her. She is also one of the most down to earth people that you will ever meet."
22nd March, 2009
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Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie says:
"Amanda is so multi-talented! I absolutely love and am in awe of her photography. She is extremely talented, plus her child photography has a fairytale, magical style I adore. I love the settings and props she uses, and her very gorgeous and cute models.
Her actions have been my long time favourite actions as well."6th February, 2009
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ohmykozy says:
"I don't know anyone who photographs children like Amanda, or even half as well as she does. She has such imagination for setting the scene, placing the children in a story of her own creation, yet allowing the special character of each of those little ones to shine. An artist, an inspiration, a generous friend. I'm glad I know her :)"
22nd August, 2008
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Kiwi_GaL says:
"Amanda is one of my flickr rock star....your love for your children and for photography just shines thru everytime i see your work of art.
Every time I browse through your stream i couldn't help the feeling of admiration and respect for you. You are such an amazing photographer, there is no limit to your talent and your work is like some of the music that I can listen to again and again without ever feeling bored :)
I am proud to have her as a friend and thank you for generously sharing your beautiful work with us and for being such an inspiration! You ROCK! ;-)"10th July, 2008
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~JenKerKer~ says:
"Amanda is one of my most favorite photographers EVER! Her work is stunning and she has become one of the most inspirational photographer around. I love her use of light to create a mood. Thank you for sharing Amanda!"
1st May, 2008
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{mary j*photos} says:
"Amanda is THE reason I love Flickr. First, I fell in love with her adorable hats, then her actions, & for a while now I've been in total awe of her images. She has a way of capturing raw emotion like no one I've ever seen... Amanda, you are a great inspiration & thank you for sharing your work with all of us! :o)"
24th February, 2008
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Jess the Shoeless says:
"Amanda is inspiration incarnate. Her style is so distinctive and fresh, and she has been my idol since the day I first saw her gallery - some three or four years ago. I honestly don't know if I would, or could, have come so far if it hadn't been for her setting the bar so high. Thank you so much, my dear Manda! I am simultaneously proud and flattered to call you a friend."
7th February, 2008
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*lea* says:
"Amandas work is so unique and breathtakingly beautiful. Every photo is filled with emotion and soul and has a magical dreamy feel. She is an incredibly talented artist and a true inspiration!"
30th January, 2008
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Bella Valentina Photography {Jess} says:
"Amanda's art is both amazing and inspirational. Her photographs are absolutely breathtaking - I'm mesmerized by her use of light.
She has set the bar high for the rest of us!"20th January, 2008
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--lulu says:
"Amanda's photography transports me to another world, another era. A time where girls dance in pretty summer dresses all year long and pick wildflowers in sprawling meadows. Her antique textures evoke a nostalgia for the time of Theodore Roosevelt, the old world of Scandinavia and Queen Victoria's reign. Her work is simply beautiful, and Amanda is too. She is incredibly sweet and kind and one of the loveliest photographers I know."
15th January, 2008
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lola ... says:
"I've been thinking what to say about Amanda.. there are too many things but I'm going to say only one word. One word I think when I see a photograph taken by her... BREATHTAKING :D You, girl, have born to do this, and you do it really well. Thank you so much for let me see/comment your photos. It's just a pleasure."
19th November, 2007
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{Patrina} says:
"...inspiring...artistic...beautiful...
amanda keeys is one of the most talented photographers i've met on the net. her photos have a distinct style, each one is a treasure. she's not afraid to let her creativity flow, and that's what i admire most about amanda. her work inspires me every time i see it. talent like hers comes from within, it's natural, it's just there. in a word, her childrens portraiture is, well, lovely."20th October, 2007
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[SHACE] says:
"Amanda's work has been an inspiration to me from day one. I spent hours to go through her galleries, i soaked up every piece of advice she's given and I read her blog religiously. I don't know much about her, but every now and then I get the chance to talk to her online and all I can say is that she is such a lovely person.
Her work is inspiring, fresh, addictive and beyond beautiful. She captures beautiful moments and after seeing so many photos of her own beautiful children I kinda feel like a part of her family ;)
I wish her all the best - many successful years to come! Stay creative my dear!"26th September, 2007
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joykamin says:
"Wow...what can I say.....a total inspiration, and her images leave me both awestruck and inspired..."
9th August, 2007
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brenda acuncius photography says:
"I remember when I first saw Amanda's work.....I about fell out of my chair...no kidding! I spent hours upon hours just looking through her stuff. By the end, I had made up my mind that I wanted to do this. I knew I couldn't create what she creates but just looking at her work, it inspired me to try. =)
She is my all-time favorite photographer...even though I go through stages of different looks and stuff, she is my one constant. She has got a whimsical magical look that I just oooooohhh and awwweee over.
And she's one of the nicest person you'll ever meet....that's the icing on the cake for me. I'm not sure if she knows this, but I call her my mentor....I learned so much from her from her images and through chatting. She is absolutely an AMAZING photo and person. =)"31st July, 2007
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Sue Anna Joe says:
"Manda is probably one of the very first photographers that inspired me when I first picked up my camera and started shooting. I'd say she was the queen of self-portraits. Then she had babies, and she became the queen of child portraitures. We had our share of conversations, in fact she was nice enough to comment one of my photos as I specifically requested critic from here, and I still remember Manda featuring one of my photos in her journal. Thank you so much huns. She's a great supporter, a great friend, a wonderful mother who photographs her children beautifully. She's definitely gonna be a reference when I start shooting children of my own someday. And I still owe you that batik cloth! (I accidentally deleted my testimonial to you, so here I am re-testimonialing)"
30th June, 2007
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Victoria Sims says:
"Amandas photos are a gift to the world and I couldnt imagine it without them.
I've seen her progress so much for the last few years and still continue to.
Every photo is treasured and loved and this comes across in her work and also her attitude.
A very professional and mature photographer.
I'll always be in awe of you amanda!"25th June, 2007
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.elsie*cake. says:
"Amanda's photos are dreamy, dark and sweet. She is a true original. She has to coolest locations and her signature vintage look is amazing!"
21st May, 2007
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Worlds.Apart says:
"Amanda is another one of my flickr favorites... Her photos are so stunning. Each one different in their own way, but still keeping with her style. They are so moody and so deep. I love going through her stream; I don't think there's enough words to describe how great of photographer she is!!!"
26th April, 2007
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jane*w says:
"amanda is an artist. so many of her images are forever burned into my mind's eye. her work is beautiful and original, it is technically stunning. her photographs make you feel things and remember things. they grow richer with each viewing. I adore her work."
21st April, 2007
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phlezk says:
"Amanda rocks! I've been watching her work for over four years now, and as a result, seen her children grow up through photos. It's an honor to have the pleasure of doing so. If her instant celebrity on DeviantArt and Flickr are not enough testament to her unfailing skill for the art of photography, then nothing is. I always look forward to new works from Amanda, she has even been a source of inspiration for me. I can't say much else other than rock on! ^_^"
15th April, 2007
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Becca Cusworth says:
"Whether it be light hearted or dark art, one thing about Amandas work is that it will be truely unique.
She has a fresh eye for photography envied by many and with her inspirational and soulful work, Amanda is an artist who really deserves to get to the top..!"16th February, 2007
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{NADIA} says:
"Amanda is such a unique children's photographer. She makes you feel her images way down deep into your very soul. Her black and whites move me like no one else's can. I feel such great emotion from her work. And as an artist, that's what you want....you want others to "feel" your work. She is a superior artist in my opinion and has soooo much talent that cannot be duplicated.
Although I absolutely adore her work, I think the thing I adore most about Amanda is that she takes the time to comment on my work. It means so much to me to have a well-known photographer take time out of her very busy day (she has four kids) to comment on my work and the work of others. This means more to me than words can say. I really appreciate Amanda's kind words.
A true inspiration she is!"13th February, 2007
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Kris Leigh says:
"Amanda's work just completely blows me away! She has such a way of capturing emotion and turning everything she does into a piece of art. A true inspiration!"
20th December, 2006
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~Tina Louise~ says:
"Amanda's work blows me away!! She has an AMAZING style like no other! She is a wonderful storyteller, works magic with light and is super creative! I am so lucky to have worked with her in her creative mentoring program. Thanks again Amanda!!"
1st December, 2006
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iamaprice(Amanda) says:
"Amanda is brilllllliant. Hers was the first flickr stream I came upon and browsing through it was like looking through a wonderfully illustrated fairy tale. I love to study her images because they are so much more than photographs. They are masterpieces."
30th November, 2006
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Maria McGinley says:
"Brilliance, laughter, emotions, beauty, spontaneity, innocence, magic....only a few words that come to mind when I view her work. I am stunned every time. Truly an amazing artist."
6th November, 2006
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EDEN PHOTOGRAPHY says:
"Not only do her photos make me wanna sit and stare at them forever, but Amanda herself is such a sweetie!:)"
1st November, 2006
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Jesse P. says:
"Can you believe that girl´s only 24 years old, one of the BESTEST photographer out there and the SWEETEST mother to her 4 GORGEOUS kiddos??? That´s only 3 things that make me be in awe of her and love her so much ♥
There´s not one single image that doesn´t represent Amanda in all her incredibility, awesomeness, love and talent. She´s on FIRE, believe me - and there´s absolutely nothing to stop her (lucky for us LOL). There´s so much talent and passion in her and she just always finds the perfect way to put that into her pictures and make others drool over them :)
I´m beyond happy she´s here and sharing all this with us - THANKS so much, Amanda *hugs tight*"20th October, 2006
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`michelleBlack says:
"Amanda is a light source within my world, and I'm sure so many others feel the same way. I adore her ability to create deeply emotional portraiture while simultaneously being fun and spontaneous. Easily and without a DOUBT, Amanda produces some of the most amazing portraiture I have ever seen, but even more than that, she is one of the most inspirational people I have ever met. :)"
13th October, 2006
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kadiwow says:
"Amandas work is truly inspirational. Anything from dark and moody to fun and lively- she can do it. I love her work and she continues to inspire me every time she puts up a new photo."
4th October, 2006
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[bec] says:
"Manda is an amazing inspiration, photographer, friend and Mama. Ever since I first saw her photos she has had me in awe of the way she portrays children in her amazing photographs. I can only hope to one day be as talented as her.
I am very proud to call her a close friend. xx"28th September, 2006
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LaraJade says:
"amanda has been an inspiration from day one.
always helpful and constructive to other artists she's an all round great artist!"15th September, 2006
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iseethemoon says:
"magical, whimsical, enchanting, haunting, full of light, alive with texture, and mesmorizing tones. - this is amanda and her work that inspires so many. she's cutting edge, creative, original, and has a vision of childhood that eludes so many. amanda, you were one of the first photographers that i found on flickr, and you have continued to inspire me with every image that you post. your photos redefine 'beauty', and i patiently wait at your thumbnail to see what's coming next!"
30th August, 2006
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toddlertoes says:
"Oh my laud, Amanda is not your everyday child portrait artist for sure! Amandas work is so inspiring and fresh, kewl yet sweet, I just adore it. Her photos are one-of-a-kind, her eye hence compositions and conversions awesome. You can see she can imagine the childs' world, or the child in her is still very much alive. Thank you so much for sharing and stimulating Amanda, you've made me look at things differently - which feels SO good. Really awesome work!!"
31st July, 2006
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lorrainemd says:
"beautiful, strong, growing, inspirational, deligent....
gorgeous work, gorgeous soul."17th July, 2006
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CharissePhotography says:
"Amanda is one of those photographers that I've been awed by since she first came on the scene a few years ago! My photog friends and I would call each other and say "did you see Amanda's latest..."! Her children's photography is breathtaking and leaves you feeling "why didn't I think of that!". She's so original, so inspirational...and to top it all off so NICE! No ego here...just a wonderful artist who has only just begun to show the world what she's all about! When Amanda's famous, I'll be telling my friends that I knew her on Flickr :)"
6th July, 2006
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{leah} says:
"amanda is definitely "not your everyday child portrait artist". but she is an artist in every sense of the word, every photo a masterpiece. her stream will make you smile, make you think, sometimes cry and even at times, leave you a little spooked! but you will always, always leave inspired. her work resonates in my soul, stays with me even when i edit my own photos. because of her i look at photography a little differently, i look at life different too...thank you amanda for this incredible gift."
19th June, 2006
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Antonio Ysursa says:
"i first noticed kittynn's work on deviantart, where i was immediately amazed... and i was very happy to find her flickr account, seeing that she posts here much more.
children are so hard to photograph. she is one of the best children photographer's i have ever seen. the way she captures their pure innocence, their personalities, and life's precious moments is incredible. i love the natural and unposed look of all her photos, something not many portrait photographers can achieve.
she is also always fresh with new, creative ideas. i'm always amazed and blown away.
i love photographing children... she is an inspiration to me and i look forward to seeing more of her work."22nd May, 2006
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stOOpidgErL says:
"I have known kittynn for quite some time now. I became familiar with her work through deviantART.
Hands-down! She is by far the greatest photographer when it comes to children's portraiture. If I had children I would be getting on a plane to go to Australia to have her photograph my children. It would truly be worth the trip! She really captures the personality of the children that she photographs and that is what makes her children’s portraiture so special. I work at a children’s portrait studio and I know first-hand how challenging it is to work with young children. But she is a pro at this!
I am also adore her self-portraiture work. She’s a gorgeous girl and really conveys her true self in her photos.
I also envy her for her family and all the wonderful, adorable children that she has. She’s got it made!
All-around kittynn is fabulous!!! I have lots of love and respect for her."20th May, 2006
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autumn fawn says:
"I don' think Amanda needs testimonials. Her work so clearly speaks well of her. But I can't help but testify because I am so so so glad I found her. There is storytelling, candid gorgeousness, always a celebration of children and also a nod to the essential profundity of children. Ans she sure knows how to work those lovely captures with gorgeous variations on rich tones."
14th May, 2006
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Peta M says:
"Amanda is one of those photographers every photographer aspires to.
Her style is so uniquely her own, and when you think she can't get any better, she does!
Every image she creates is a true work of art, and her love for her children shines though in her creations.
Amanda is such an inspiration as a photographer, as well as an asset to the online photography community, no matter how spectacular she is, she always has the time to help people out.
Amanda is true photography royalty!"7th May, 2006
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© dina marie says:
"Amanda.... wow - what can I say? Her talent is rock solid. Her style unique. Her quality is outstanding and her eye for style is unmatched. I too will watch her climb up to the top. You are good girl!"
14th April, 2006
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Jim Johansson says:
"Amanda have the most creative eyes. Her photographs really makes you remember the good days of your childhood. Her colorfull portraits of her daughter is the most amazing photographs i've ever seen and they cant be compared to anything else i've seen. Amanda have been my favorite photographer a long time now and I always get lots of inspiration to my photographs from her."
13th April, 2006
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P.K. Fruen says:
"Nobody shoots like Amanda. I love to see her post new work and then watch everyone else try to copy it. She's a genuine talent...I think Amanda is going to go Big Places and I plan to watch her all the way to the top. :)"
11th April, 2006
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R i e says:
"Amanda has been a favourite of mine every since I saw some of her work for the first time at dA.
She is full of talented and such a great eye of moments.
♥"4th April, 2006
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bloemetjes behang says:
"Amanda is the reason I joined flickr. I watched her art on dA and was very bummed out when she left. Luckily she moved here. Her pictures are an inspiration to me. Although she has a lot of groupies she still takes the time to make a comment on my stuff which helps me taking the camera out of its bag again."
21st October, 2005
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بــــــــــــــو بـــــــ says:
"Amanda is an enduring symbol of talent, inspiration, devotion and artistry. Every new project is highly anticipated and always delivers more than we ever could have imagined. She’s celebrated with the love of many fans that she acquired over the years. An exceptionally larger than life artist who chose to keep it real."
13th October, 2005
- Name:
- Amanda K
- Joined:
- October 2005
- Currently:
- Australia
- I am:
- Female and Taken
- Occupation:
- Portrait Photographer
- Website:
- Amanda Keeys Photography























