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Featured in Focus!
What an incredible honour to feature alongside an incredible array of fabulous women for the Focus Women In Business edition this March.
It’s such a stark reminder of how far I’ve come and i’m so grateful to all of you for your support and encouragement.
The article is also available to read online, along with the features of other brilliant women included!
Take a look at my sneaky ‘behind the scenes’ shot of the wonderful Focus photographer, Gavin, doing this thing…
Thank you to Sarah, Gavin and the Focus team.
I HATE having my photo taken!
“I HATE having my photo taken!” Oh goodness, isn’t that a great opening statement on a photographer’s websiteI Truth is, I hear this a lot.
I can help you overcome that feeling..
“I HATE having my photo taken”
Oh goodness, isn’t that an opener for a photographer’s blog! Ha!
Truth is, I hear it A LOT.
Sometimes it’s in the initial email my clients send to me, they know they need family photos but they don’t like being in front of the camera. Sometimes it’s at the very start of their session, “I’m no good having my photo taken!’. Sometimes it’s afterwards, when a bespoke gallery has been delivered and they reply to tell me how much they enjoyed their session which is surprising because they usually HATE having photos taken.
So, how do we overcome that feeling of dread and replace it with one of enjoyment and a fun photo session?
Comfort
Now, this goes back to my previous little blog (which you can find here) all about what to wear. You see, if you choose an outfit which is comfortable and makes you feel confident then that will definitely help with how you’re feeling.
Food
This (probably) applies more to the younger members of the family, but try to makes sure there’s no hungry tummy’s for your session. Hungry tums = complaints which may lead to you feeling a little stressed out. Consider bringing snacks along for little ones too.
Ignore me
Weird, right. It’s something I sometimes say during your session. Just pretend I’m not there, talk to the kids, we might play a game, I often send my families for a walk, I have my little tricks! Thing is, if you’re chatting to the kids, smoothing a stray hair or splashing in the water, you’re not even thinking about where the camera is.
Take your session as fun time with your family.. no technology, just you and your family!
Trust me
Isn’t that a bold statement! Well, to be honest it’s true. You’ll soon forget you usually hate having your photo taken, you’ll be enjoying yourselves and I’ll be busy capturing all those precious moments. Then you’ll be so glad that you trusted yourself and booked that session.
Are you ready to trust me? I would love to work with you.
Getting in touch is simple via the contact form.
Speak to you soon!
Lucy x
Together, at home
At home photography sessions in Port Macquarie and surrounding areas on the Mid North Coast. Relaxed family photography sessions capturing the magic and memories with your loved ones in your 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
I've been featured!
I’ve been featured in FOCUS magazine this month!
As someone who is used to ‘focusing’ on my amazing clients it feels very strange to have the spotlight on me.
Yes! I’ve been featured in a 4 page (4 whole pages!) article in Focus Magazine this month.
In the article you’ll find out a little more about me, what inspires me and why I love doing what I do so much.
You can find it online at Focus Magazine and in various places around Port Macquarie too. When my son and I first spotted it at The Rainforest Café we were so excited! Not every day you’re in a magazine, after all.
I am so grateful for all the support which has led me to this point. Two years ago I could only dream of being this busy and I don’t take it for granted. Thank you for being here and supporting me, whether it’s kind words on an instagram post, a booking or recommending me to your friends and family.
Thank you, I couldn’t do it without you x
