I'’m a mum to 7 year old, neurospicy twin boys living in the Blue Mountains, so I get how busy, messy, and joyful family life can be. I know how much you treasure the little moments and how quickly things change. My goal is to capture those memories in a way that feels playful, and full of love.
I have a soft spot for nostalgic, sentimental imagery with a touch of 70s vibe - those photos that make you stop and smile years from now, just like the ones from my own childhood that I love sharing with my boys.
I want to celebrate you and your family's unique love whilst incorporating play, connection and beautiful landscapes in your photographs.
If your family has something unique, like a beloved car or caravan, or a fun activity you love doing together, we can weave that into your session too, making it truly yours.
Below outlines the types of sessions I photograph and how they will look and feel, as well as the booking process, investment and if you’re ready, how to book!
Families: I want you to view your session as a chance to spend time as a family, to create memories and explore somewhere new, and I’m just coming along for the ride. Let your kids be kids, chase them, play with them, explore the environment and follow their lead. These times are precious and I'll be there to snap the in between moments, the belly laughs and cheeky smiles.
Maternity: These sessions are a celebration of how incredible a woman's body is. I want you to feel empowered by this time of life. We'll choose a location in the great outdoors, or if you’d prefer an cosy in-home session, and capture your bump in all its glory.
Newborn: Let's create a beautiful time capsule of your newborn love-bubble. I'll come to your home and capture the love and bond you have with your little one, along with the tiny details. My style of photography is natural and relaxed and organically posed using minimal props. I'll ensure the focus remains on you and your baby. If you like, we can also take your newborn session outdoors.
Cake Smash & Splash: Held outdoors to incorporate nature and the freedom of play, I'll provide a cute setup for your littlie to dig in to some yummy cake. After getting all sticky, I'll set up a tub with warm water and bubbles for your little one to have fun getting all cleaned up. I’m happy to collaborate with you on themes for your cake smash. Due to allergy concerns, I ask that my clients provide the cake. During this session there's also an opportunity for family photos as well.
Special Occasions: I also photograph occasions including kids birthday parties and family reunions, etc. I capture speeches, group shots, fine details like decorations, as well as the overall vibe of the event, by photographing a lot of candid moments.
Note - I am a natural light photographer, so don’t do evening events.
The fee for special occasions is $800 for the first two hours + $80 per hour after that.
This includes all photos of the gallery.
There is a non-refundable booking fee of $100 at the time of booking, then the balance is due 3 days before the event.
I photograph these events all over the Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury and Sydney, with travel included up to 30km from Winmalee.
Let’s catch those memories that tell your family’s story!
BOOK ME IN
Options for mid-morning, in-home or sunset. I offer limited weekend dates for morning/sunset. $50 off for weekday sunset sessions. Chat with me via email or phone to lock in a date that best suits you.You also have the option to add a Stop-Motion Keepsake Film: a custom 45-60 second film created from your session, set to music and delivered in both landscape and vertical format. Think of it as a moving time capsule of your family exactly as you are right now. Something your kids will love watching back one day. Please let me know when booking if you would like to add one. Info below.
I LEARN ABOUT YOU
You will be given access to your client portal. This will have all session info, your invoice to secure your booking, questionnaire so I can find out about you and tailor your session, and a contract to sign. I will also provide you with a session guide as well as a location guide, If you haven’t got somewhere you have chosen.PAY THE CREATIVE FEE/BOOKING FEE
Secure your booking by paying the creative fee. This is a non-refundable session fee which covers shooting time and secures your time. This is separate from the collections.To ensure sessions run smoothly, all bookings must be confirmed in advance. If required details (including questionnaire, signed contract, and final payment) are not received, or if there is no response to contact attempts, the session may be released. Booking fees are non-refundable and secure your date and time. If a booking is forfeited due to non-response, the booking fee will be retained in accordance with these terms.
CHAT WITH ME
Once you have completed your questionnaire, we can arrange a phone chat (if you like) to plan all the details of your session.4 DAYS BEFORE YOUR SESSION
The Gumnut Collection must be paid in full. You will have the option to upgrade to more photos within the gallery.SHOOT DAY
The fun part! You’ll receive an email 48hrs prior with a reminder of where we are meeting; confirming all the details including the weather and making sure you have everything ready for a fun-filled session.GALLERY DELIVERY
Within 3-4 weeks of your shoot date, I will send you a link to your online gallery where you will be able to view your images and select the Gumnut Collection, or upgrade to the Banksia or Waratah Collections.Within your gallery you will also have access to my print store via the Shop tab, filled with beautiful, quality products, all handmade in Australia, which you can order directly through the gallery.
CELEBRATION
HOORAY for love and a big THANK YOU for trusting me to capture your family’s story!
HOW TO BOOK - Booking your session with me is a simple two-step process:
The Creative Fee: Secures your date on my calendar and covers the session itself, including location scouting, styling assistance, and my time behind the lens.
Your Digital Collection: Payment of the Gumnut Collection (10 images) is due 4 days before your session. You can choose to upgrade after you view your finished private online gallery, allowing you to select the package that suits you best.
A Quick Note on Booking: Your creative fee is due upon booking to reserve your date. It is non-refundable, but fully transferable to a new date if life happens and we need to reschedule.
Book your sunset session on a weekday (Monday–Thursday) and receive $50 off your Creative Fee!
Creative Fee:
$250
60-90 minute session anywhere within Blue Mountains/ Hawkesbury/Sydney
Pre-session communication (call or email) and questionnaire
Info sheet with outfit advice
Location guide
Suitable for: families, extended families (see add-ons), couples & proposals, maternity, newborn, cake smash sessions (see add-ons)
Optional add-ons:
Extended family: $70 per additional family/group
Cake Smash & Splash: $50
Stop-Motion Keepsake Film: $400, details below
The creative fee DOES NOT include images or prints, these are sold separately, you can view image collections below.
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A relaxed photoshoot, with time for the kids to warm up, to explore, play and for me to really capture your story.
Total:
$1300
(Saving $350)
Maternity, Newborn & Cake Smash sessions, 60-90 minutes each.Travel anywhere in Blue Mountains/Hawkesbury/Sydney
Pre-session communication (call or email) and questionnaires
Info sheets with outfit advice
Location guide
10 digital images of your choice per session, option to upgrade each gallery
Optional add-ons:
$70 per additional family/group outside the booking family for extended family sessions
Stop-Motion Keepsake Film: $400, details below
Collection Upgrades:
Banksia- $100 20 high-resolution, edited digital images of your choice
Waratah - $200 Full gallery of 50+ high-resolution, edited digital images
*MUST be booked +3 months prior to due date. 2 payments must be made prior to newborn session
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Maternity, Newborn & Cake Smash session bundle,
paid in 4, 3-monthly instalments of $325*
NOTE: To ensure sessions run smoothly, all bookings must be confirmed in advance. If required details (including questionnaire, signed contract, and final payment) are not received, or if there is no response to contact attempts, the session may be released.
Booking fees are non-refundable and secure your date and time. If a booking is forfeited due to non-response, the booking fee will be retained in accordance with these terms.
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$400
Available as an optional add-on to any Wayfarer session.
A moving keepsake of your family, exactly as you are right now.
Using a series of carefully captured frames from your session, I create a custom stop-motion film set to music, full of movement, personality, and all the little in-between moments that photos alone can’t always show.
Think - twirls and running races, wild laughter, cuddles and windswept hair
Delivered as:
A 45–60 second keepsake film
Landscape version for your TV/computer
Vertical version for sharing
This isn’t just a “video”.
It’s a time capsule your kids will love watching back one day.
*Please note - as I shoot differently to create these films, payment for your Keepsake Stop-Motion Film is due with your balance, 3 days before your shoot.
You will have the option of three different image collections.
Payment of the Gumnut Collection is due three days before the session and you will be given the chance to upgrade your collection when you view your gallery.
$300
10 high-resolution, edited digital images of your choice delivered via online gallery
$400
20 high-resolution, edited digital images of your choice delivered via online gallery
$500
Full gallery (50+ images) of high-resolution, edited digital images of your choice delivered via online gallery
“The session was relaxed, comfortable and just felt like hanging with a friend who was taking some photos. Because it didn’t feel ‘posey’ I wasn’t sure how they would turn out, but the only word that does it justice is ‘magical’. A moment in time and in our lives captured so beautifully. Thank you.”
- Anne
Let’s have a chat.
If you'd like me to capture some memories for you, shoot me an email letting me know what type of session you’re looking to have, if you would also like to include a Stop-Motion Keepsake, and when you were hoping to book.
We can chat via email or let me know and we can lock in a call. During our chat you can ask as many questions and you can decide if I’m the right fit for your family. There’s no obligation to book after our call.
I look forward to hearing from you.
