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10 tips on what to wear to your photography session.

You’ve finally done it - booked that photo session you’ve been daydreaming about. But now the panic is setting in because you’ve suddenly realised you need to plan outfits for everyone. Here are my top tips to help you figure this out!

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Mummy + Me 2023

A few of my favourite photos from my 2023 Mummy + Me event.

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Mummy + Me 2022

A few of my favourite photos from last year’s Mummy + Me event.

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The Saker Family

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Mummy + Me 2021

A few of my favourite photos from last year’s Mummy + Me event.

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Mummy + Me 2020

A few of my favourite photos from last year’s Mummy + Me event + info on how to book a spot at this year’s Mummy + Me day!

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Twenty Twenty

A little recap of 2020, musings + my favourite photos of my wonderful clients throughout the last year.

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An Extended Family Session

Three generations in one photos - something I hope we capture more of once we’re reunited with our loved ones post-COVID-lockdown!

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The Grace Family

Another return family, at my new favourite location in west Melbourne. I’m a lucky girl to work with such awesome people ♥

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The Ranger Family

The Ranger family is back in front of my lens again and HECKIN’ HECKITY HECK this entire session is MAGIC from start to finish 😍

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Mummy + Me 2019

Here they are! Some of my favourite moments from my Mummy and Me mini-sessions from last year - an annual event to celebrate motherhood and get YOU back in the photo. Bookings are now open for 2020 sessions! ♥

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The Sadler Family

Back at my new favourite location in west Melbourne with another beautiful family. These guys are also return clients, which makes it an extra special for me ♥

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The Hateley Family

This is my new favourite location in west Melbourne!! And what a day for it [the light 😍]! Not to mention a family that’s beautiful inside and out!

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A collection of families ♥

A collection of some of my favourite family photographs from the client archives.

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Are you a little camera shy?

Are you nervous about jumping in front of the camera? Here are some tips on how to overcome your nerves in the lead up to your photo shoot.

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When to invest in professional products, and when to head to a budget lab?

Is it always worth it to invest in professional photographic products all of the time? Professional photographic products are expensive, so here are some tips on when you can print at home, and when should you print with your photographer.

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5 Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Professional Album

Ever wondered if a professional photographic album was worth the investment? Here are 5 reasons why you should invest in one.

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2018

A little (big) recap of the highs and lows of an EPIC year, including some of my favourite photos.

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Bisset Family

One of biggest concerns I hear from clients about booking a session in is that they are worried about being stiff or awkward in front of the camera, so here are some tips to help you work feel like a queen in front of the camera.