WHAT IS LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY?  Lifestyle Photography is about capturing the genuine love, connection & emotion between people.  I love to take photos that make you feel something & show the real you. Honest, Raw & Beautiful. It's about all the in-between moments & involves very little posing & a lot more observing. It’s about finding art in the everyday.

 

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM A LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION? During your family lifestyle session, all that’s required is for you to enjoy each other - have fun, play, cuddle, & smother your children with kisses. I will definitely give you direction when needed regarding the light, & space you're in & even set you up in some semi-posed situations. But for the most part, It’s very relaxed. There is zero pressure for you or your children to perform - that is not what I’m about. 

 

BEST LOCATION? Where is your favourite place to spend time with your family? If this is at home we’ll meet there. If the outdoors is more your family's thing & you have a sense of adventure, - where is your family's favourite place to play? Stuck for ideas? I’m happy to help & have many beautiful locations I can suggest.

 

HOW SHOULD I PREPARE MY HOUSE FOR AN INDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION? Try not to stress too much about this - a little tidying is fine. |’ll move things that won’t add any visual value to your images. Make your bed with your best linen, maybe add some flowers & a quick sweep of your dressing tables. I will generally only photograph in the main bedroom, nursery & living/lounge areas. Unless you have a special place within your home or a sentimental piece of furniture such as an armchair you’d like to be in the photos. 

 

WHAT IF IT RAINS? If the weather is not on our side - we reschedule. 

 

WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR TO OUR FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION? Think of a neutral & earthy colour palette - whites, browns, navy, creams, blues & soft greys. Having everyone in the same hue of colour works very well - but not all wearing the exact same colour. Florals & patterns are fine - just try to limit them to 1 person for a small family and 2 to 3 for a large family. Movement and layers of different textures work really well - think chunky knits & scarves for Winter & linens & soft cotton for Summer. It’s best to avoid fluro colours & logos. But if all of this has your head whirling my best advice is to just be yourself & dress however you feel most comfortable.

 

WHAT SHOULD I BRING? Snacks, water, & a favourite book or toy for the little ones. If you have a nice blanket or throw rug - bring that with you too.

 

WHAT TIME OF DAY WILL YOU BOOK OUR SESSION? Outdoor sessions take place 90 minutes before sunset or up to 90 minutes after sunrise - the golden hour helps create dreamy light-filled images. Indoor sessions start around 9 am - 10 am.

 

WHAT IF ONE OF US IS SICK? We reschedule. Little ones get sick - especially if they attend daycare or school.

 

MY MUM WANTS A PHOTO TO FRAME WITH US ALL LOOKING AT THE CAMERA SMILING - IS THIS SOMETHING YOU DO? Sure - I try to include a couple of traditional poses but mostly my style of photography is relaxed and more about observing, with very little posing. 

 

DO YOU SERVICE MY AREA? I’m located in Darlinghurst, Sydney - but I love to travel & visit new places. Just keep in mind anything over 1 hour will incur a small travel fee.

 

HOW DO I BOOK A SESSION? Get in touch with me via the Contact Me form on my website or alternatively by email, text or phone - whichever works best for you. From there we can book your date - a 50% deposit is required to secure your booking and the remainder is due 1 week prior to your session date.

 

MORE QUESTIONS? I’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU...