One of the things I love most about maternity sessions is giving you a little variety without making things feel complicated — and that’s where having two outfits works beautifully. For this Matapouri session, we started with a really relaxed, everyday look — a soft cream woollen jumper paired with jeans. The kind of outfit […]
How They Work & And When to Book Everything In If you’re thinking about booking maternity and newborn photos but feeling a bit unsure about timing, what to expect, or how it all fits together—you’re definitely not alone. Most of the mums I work with haven’t done this before. They just know they don’t want […]
There’s a special kind of chaos that comes with welcoming a new baby into a busy family. The days are full, the house is loud, and the idea of a newborn session can feel like a lot — especially with two energetic older boys in the mix. What if no one sits still?What if the […]
With family home from around the world for Christmas, this session was all about capturing everyone together — including four babies between 6 and 8 months old. With little ones involved, sunset wasn’t going to be ideal, so finding a location to suit a mid-afternoon timeframe was key. Before the shoot, I scouted a few […]
This family session was meant to be at the beach. Mum and Dad’s two young adult daughters were home for the weekend, and we had everything lined up… except the weather. A big front was rolling in fast, and by mid-afternoon it was clear we were racing the clock. So we made a call to […]
Whale Bay is one of those locations that just works beautifully for maternity sessions, and Manou and Matt’s evening there was a perfect example. We started with a relaxed, everyday look – jeans and a cute knit top – which felt perfect for easing into the session and letting two-year-old Stefanos lead the way. Whale […]
Kylo came into the studio as a brand-new baby, with a busy three-year-old big sister in tow. We kicked things off with a few gorgeous sibling photos while everyone was still feeling good. From there, we took things slowly — some photos with Mum, some with Dad, then Mum and Dad together with Kylo, and […]
And what it’s like to have one at Matapouri Beach There’s this sweet spot after you get engaged — before the wedding spreadsheets and seating charts take over — where life feels full of excitement, possibility, and just the two of you. That’s what engagement sessions are really about. Not the wedding. Not the dress […]
Spoiler: It’s relaxed, beautiful, and surprisingly easy. If you’re dreaming of natural family photos with your kids but worrying about logistics (or just feeling awkward in front of the camera), let me tell you about this sunset session at Woolleys Bay. We had four kids in tow — from a curious 9-month-old to a fun-loving […]
If you’re expecting a baby and dreaming of capturing those precious first moments with your little one, you’re not alone. But for many mums, the thought of stepping in front of a camera soon after giving birth can feel overwhelming.
