This was the 2nd time we’ve tried to organise this extended family session. Coordinating whilst your family is spread across three continents couldn’t have been easy but I am so happy my client made this happen. For her and for her family.
When coming together is this rare, the opportunity to capture some family memories is all the more precious. I know too well that these memories are irreplaceable and will be forever cherished. Grateful for this family’s trust, for being adorable, and for having so much fun with it :)
Parenthood requires a fair bit of selflessness. We put our kids first in almost every way. Being their personal nurse, chef, chauffeur, coach, PA… Our intentions are heartfelt but we can inadvertently become a bystander, constantly organising never participating. Family portraits for me is about helping mums and dads get back in the frame, for themselves and for their children. How wonderful to give your kids and family vivid memories of exactly how you cuddle, kiss or laugh. The memory is beyond precious, made more so when it can be seen and not just imagined. Take the time and be seen in your family’s photographic memories ❤️
Starting school is such a big step for most families. The growth in learning and independence takes little ones from preschool to wanna-be-teens almost overnight! 😆 It’s such a busy and challenging stage as the whole family adjusts to new routines… yet again. I love photographing this family stage because I know myself that with the blink of an eye, your kiddies are half way through primary school! So grateful for the opportunity to help families take the time to celebrate this significant milestone with some beautiful family portraits ❤️
When you capture pure carefree joy ❤️
My focus in my family portrait sessions is always to create an environment where kids feel safe and confident to express themselves. Be crazy, be nutty, be quiet, be inquisitive. Be however they’re most comfortable being because isn’t that how we wish to remember them? So yes, I let them run wild a bit but rest assured, they always come back ;)
