Friday, December 30, 2016

Beautiful Indonesia: The People of Sumba


Sumba. Located in Indonesia near Sumbawa and Flores, I was lucky to visit about 10 years ago, and to this day I think back on what a wonderful experience it was. The people, the culture, the humanity of the experience provided me with photos and memories that still live on today. The people were so warm and curious and the culture so authentic. Although I was an outsider the people were welcoming and happy to have us in their village, adults and children tagging along and showing us their toys and prized possessions, as well as their skills with weaving, it was a pleasure all around.

I was able to do this village visit through a resort called Nihiwatu. Through them they have a charity called the Sumba Foundation and have helped the island and surrounding villages immensely bringing in medical professionals to donate their time for eye, dental and general medical care, they have been able to provide mosquito nets to cut down on malaria, help with clean water supplies and also have brought in tourism to give jobs to the people of the surrounding villages.












Tuesday, December 13, 2016

A Playful and Passionate Evening in Pererenan


Heather Holt Photography Bali specializes in couple portraits of all sorts. Whether it be Pre Wedding, Wedding, Anniversary or Just Because, we can do a shoot that will capture the romance of your relationship and of the beautiful surroundings of Bali. 

In this featured shoot Alex and Najib and I strolled down the quaint streets of Pererenan, from rice paddies and banana groves we stopped anywhere that had color and character and ended up at the beach for a killer sunset. 

For more couple portraits check out my portfolio on my website here.

























Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Beautiful Indonesia: Tirta Gangga


Tirta Gangga water palace located in East Bali was built in 1946 by the late King of Karangsem. Interestingly it was almost entirely destroyed by the eruption of nearby Mount Agung in 1963, however has since been lovingly restored and has an air or authentic royal magnificence.

The centerpiece seen below is an eleven tiered fountain and there are many beautiful carvings and statues adorning the maze of gardens. 




The Water from the Ganges is the literal meaning of Tirta Gangga and it is a site of some reverence for the Hindu Balinese.




The watery garden is a peaceful pleasure to wander through and a meaningful cultural experience.



Friday, November 25, 2016

Balinese Beauties: Family Portraits in Bali


Heather Holt Photography Bali specializes in family portraits of all kinds. No matter where you are from, local Balinese, other parts of Indonesia, or other countries, having family portraits taken by a professional is always a wonderful memory to keep with you for the rest of your life.

This Balinese family have become good friends and we had a great photo shoot down at Batu Bolong and Echo Beach. Please enjoy the photos of Nadya, Dani and Wayan set in scenic Canggu, Bali.

Check out more of my family portraits on my website here.