Each of us likely have places we remember fondly from our childhood. Maybe it was the family holiday spot or a nearby park or river, a special place where you’d go to play and imagine and have adventures. As you read this, maybe the place springs to mind and a smile appears as you think of the fond memories you have at your childhood happy place.

My day spent with Allyson from @old2bold was amazing for lots of reasons. Firstly, because I just LOVE capturing people in their element, working with their hands and getting creative. This branding session was just so fun because through restoring her amazing pieces, Allyson feels she gets to give them a new opportunity to tell their story. I feel the same way about photography, I love getting to help business owners tell their story and share their brand with the world.

For this recent personal branding session with the beautiful Sarah-Jane Meeson, the brief was to create content for all three of her businesses. By having a just a few different outfits and props, Sarah-Jane was able to get tonnes of content for all three of her businesses in a half day personal branding session!

Annual photos are such a wonderful marker of time. Children and parents alike love to look back over the years and see the changes year-to-year. Christmas is a time of year full of gatherings, holidays, break from school and work and therefore often becomes a natural time for photos to be taken that mark the passing year.

In-home family photography sessions are my all-time favourite. Not only do we capture beautiful photos of your kiddos and family, but we’re creating real-life memories. The photos that we create will tell the story of what everyday life was like for your family at this particular time. That lounge chair where you use to cuddle your babies on those long nights….

Lifelong memories are so often hidden in the seemingly mundane little moments. What was supposed to be just baking cookies to give to the neighbours, can unknowingly become a special moment of bonding, laughter and silliness that you look back on in the years to come with a feeling of warmth in your heart….

I know that getting family photos always starts out as a great idea. Beautiful photos of your loved ones up on your walls looking picture perfect. Right? But then thoughts start running through the back of your mind, making it seem daunting, stressful and all a bit too hard. But believe me when I say, with a little bit of pre-planning and thinking two steps ahead, the day will go smoothly and it will be a success!

One of my favourite features on Facebook is where I’m reminded about photos I posted years ago. I just love seeing photos of my much littler children and being taken back to times I’ve long forgetten about. And based on my friends' posts, it seems to be a favourite feature of many other people as well. We are prompted to remember times that were so cherished we wanted to share them with our social circles.

I was speaking to a new mum recently who was reflecting on her first experience of motherhood. You know, those days when bub is attached to you day and night and spending any time on yourself is a rarity.

As Autumn approaches, the colours of the turning leaves fill the Hawkesbury. The outdoors becomes spotted with pops of red, orange, yellow and brown and the unmistakable sound of leaves crunching underfoot.

Natural newborn photography at home has been a favourite of my clients for a while now. Photographing all those amazing little details - from the tiny little fingers and sweet little rosy lips, to the cute button nose and balls of fluff between their toes. These are the precious newborn details that will change all too quickly and need to be photographed to be remembered.

There's no better way to get authentic expressions and natural family photos that by simply having fun! And what better way to have fun than to chase bubbles and eat donuts for breakfast. 

What better place to create the first photos of your new baby than in your own home where everyone feels relaxed and at ease, and the photos tell the true story of your family life.

Pets can have such a positive and healing presence in all children's lives and I love being able to tell these everyday stories in my photobook, all while helping raise awareness for the wonderful work of The Guide Dogs NSW/ACT.

After our fun family photo session, the next decision is what to do with the photos. So, how will you enjoy your new family memories?

I love when I'm asked to create, not only some beautiful family portraits but a time capsule of a very special relationship. Taking what is most treasured and loved and freezing time so it can be savoured and enjoyed forever.

There is such a special vibe when capturing Autumn family photos in Sydney. The mornings are crisp, the sunshine is warm and the colours are amazing. The Ranson family were so fun to hang out with and I'm truly honoured to have the opportunity to create memories for them of this time in their lives.

Turning one is a big celebration and what better way to celebrate than by demolishing a delicious cake in style! I actually get a lot of inquiries about cake smash photography, and I always advise people that yes, it's a lot of fun, but let's also incorporate some family portraits as well.

I first met and photographed the wonderful Bennett family when big brother Flynn turned one, and then again when little Jett was born. Now that little Jett has turned one, it was time for some updated family photos to add to their story.

Nothing brings me more joy than to see a new life enter this world, except of course when I personally know the family and can share in the excitement of welcoming their newest love.