We Don't Have Time

I get it. I am constantly juggling after school activities with the kids, the weekends seem to be filled with things for weeks on end.

Booking in a photo shoot just goes into the ‘do it soon’ basket.

“We don’t have time”

How long do you think it takes?

A session with me is not going to swallow your whole day. Typically, a family session lasts around 60-90 minutes. We move around, we have fun and it’s all very relaxed. Think of your session more as a fun hour with your family, no phones, no technology, just connection and giggles.

We’ve already missed so much

With two years of lockdowns and uncertainty behind us, we have already missed out on making these precious memories for too long. Our kids are already so much bigger. Time is not slowing down and they seem to grow and change so much . I don’t know about you, but I seem to be adding to the kids wardrobes so frequently as they outgrow things!

Waiting for a special occasion?

Often, my beautiful families book in because it’s a special birthday for someone, or they’re celebrating an anniversary. That’s great! But, I ma here to tell you that the occasion is right there already. Your beautiful family is together. Don’t wait for an excuse, you don’t need one.

A simple booking process

I understand how busy life gets and I am here to make this process as simple as possible. Fill out a contact form (there’s one below!) and I’ll reply with a little welcome along with some available dates. Choose your date & I’ll do the rest. From location ideas, to tips on what to wear, all you’ll need to do is turn up.

Get in touch, i’d love to make some magical memories with you,

Lucy x

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What do we wear to our family photo shoot?

I can guarantee there is one question every new client (almost) always asks…

What should we wear to our session?

So, you’ve booked your session (or you’re ready to) and you’re thinking through the content of your wardrobes and wondering what the heck you can dress each member of the family in.

Here are my top things to consider. But before you read-on, remember this is YOUR session and we want to see YOUR personalities shine through.

Start with Mum

Much easier than picking a cute dress for Miss 3 and trying to coordinate everyone else around that, start with what you are comfortable in, your favourite dress maybe. Side note: absolutely no need to go shopping (unless you want to!). Try to avoid anything which may gape or show off any dodgy tan lines.

Comfort

As I said, we want your personality, what makes your family ‘you’ to shine through. So if your teen daughter is only happy in shorts then asking her to wear a long floaty dress is likely going to make her resent the session before you’ve even got there. By the same token, it’s worth considering what is comfy to wear. You don’t want to be constantly pulling a strap back onto your shoulder or redoing an annoying belt which keeps twisting.

Colours

Expressing your families personality here is gorgeous. Buuuut my advice is to firstly try to avoid any big branding across t-shirts which may date. Mr 15 might want his favourite band across his t-shirt now but in five years might hate it. Prints and patterns are gorgeous, especially if worn by one or two members of the family & not everyone. Checks typically are best to be avoided because they are very distracting.

Coordination

This doesn’t mean everyone has to be in denim & white unless you want to. Instead, think about the colour groups. Remember, start with Mum and build your colours around that outfit. Look at the tones in your outfit and check what the kids have in their wardrobe to work with that. Consider which colours work well together. It’s a good idea to avoid having half the family in black and the other half in white simply because the contrast is distracting.

If your session is a big one with extended family it’s a good idea to keep a theme going. If everyone turns up with their own scheme happening it can be distracting. Asking everyone to keep to a palette is great, eg. navy, tan, denim, cream.. or earthy tones. You get my drift!

Where will your session be?

If you’d love to have your session in a location with deep greens it’s nice to keep your choices lighter in colour. Having dark colours in a darker background doesn’t work as nicely as lighter against dark.

Overall

Think timeless, avoid high fashion things which will date. These photos are forever, I want you to love them forever!

Got a question? I’d love to help! Get in touch today,

Lucy x

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Together, at home

The last few weeks have seen me travel to both Comboyne and Hartys Plain for at home sessions.

Before I continue I need to point out that in home sessions are just as beautiful whether you have magnificent views on acreage or live in an apartment in town. What makes in home sessions beautiful is that they are so personal to you. Full of memories and bursting with your personalities.

If you’ve been following along on my Instagram page you’ll have already seen a sneak peek at some recent in home session images. Often I have never been to the locations before, so when I arrive for your session we have a quick walk and chat about special places in your home so that we can incorporate them into your gallery, and I can get a good idea of the aesthetics and what will look stunning.

I also send out a little questionnaire when you book your session which allows you to tell me a little bit about your family and any special moments you’d like to try and capture.

Each relaxed session lasts around 60-90 minutes which allows for a great variety of photographs around your home. I love to take time with individual members and couples within the family too to create a bespoke gallery which is a beautiful collection for the whole family.

Sometimes an at home session is all shot outdoors, sometimes we do a mixture of both indoors and out. Typically newborn at home sessions are mostly indoors. It’s beautiful to photograph in baby’s nursery and capture those special teddies and trinkets, a chair you cosy up in at feeding time, baby’s cot, those special blankets.

Another benefit of having your session at home is that you don’t need to go anywhere!

So, have you ever considered an at-home photo shoot? I’d love to come to your place.

Get in touch today to check availability and book your date. You can contact me via the contact form here or give me a call on 0488157919.

In the meantime, enjoy this collection of photographs, all from at home sessions.

Lucy x

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Gypsy Falls, Celebrating You!

I am always on the look out for stunning locations for sessions and the moment I saw Gypsy Falls Retreat in Lorne I knew it would be ideal for an upcoming ‘Celebrate You’ session for a small group of friends.

Secluded yet within 30kms of Port Macquarie, the beautiful recently renovated bungalows at Gypsy Falls are an adult-only luxury escape.

I knew Gypsy Falls would be perfect, not only because of its seclusion, gorgeous decor and close proximity to a waterfall, but because it had a roll top bath. This may seem like an unusual request for a photo shoot, but I love to deliver my clients vision and this vision included a floral milk bath.

Stunning!

Read on to see a couple of photos from the ‘Celebrate You’ session…

Now, you may be asking what a ‘Celebrate You’ session is all about. Think Boudoir but ultra feminine, classic and fun, these sessions are perfect solo or with a girl friend or two and can be held at home or on location. Before each session I like to gather a mood board, usually on Pinterest, from my clients so I know exactly what their vision is which we can then incorporate into their session.

Our day actually started before Gypsy Falls, with the amazing Leah at Eight Lane Beauty in Laurieton.

Leah is a fabulous make up artist (& does an incredible facial too!) and made my clients look and feel amazing prior to our session getting underway, along with supplying coffee and delicious treats from Grounded. Yum!

A quick drive up to Gypsy Falls and our session was underway. We maximised our stunning surroundings and used various spots within the bungalow, from the classic bedroom to the balcony and finally a milk bath in the stunning roll top bath with incredible views.

Take a look at some of these images which my stunning clients have given me permission to share.

Our day was paused for a delicious grazing box from Port Macquarie based Natural Vibez and then we took a ten minute walk down to the waterfall on the property to complete our session.

My role is to document, with gentle guidance here and there, and ensure we capture the best from your session. I am so proud of the gorgeous galleries each of the three beautiful ladies received. I know our day definitely delivered on the ‘celebration’ and left them all, us all, with memories to treasure.

It was lovely to arrange such a beautiful day but it goes without saying that you ‘Celebrate You’ session can be held in your home..no bells and whistles necessary! My aim is to create a relaxed, fun experience which you will treasure, whatever your reason for having your shoot.

If you’d like to chat about what your session could look like please get in touch!

To find out more about Gypsy Falls visit https://www.gypsyfalls.com.au

Leah at Eight Lane Beauty at https://eightlanebeauty.gettimely.com/#home

Natural Vibez at https://www.facebook.com/Natural-Vibez-101248949018298

Grounded Espresso Bar at https://groundedespressobar.com.au