The Humberstone's at Trigg Beach

Having a family shoot can be a huge deal when there’s a few tuckers to organise so here’s a few little tips from me to you to help your family session go a little smoother-

1. Choose somewhere that represents you as a family and also somewhere you will look back on and remember all the memories you held together. Does your family like to go to the beach, surf, explore, play, cook. The more familiar or fun the location, the more fun everyone will have.

2. Let’s play! Ill always get the standing-smiling shots but after we get a few let them play and ill run around after the kids getting candids and occasionally asking them to look into the camera.

3. Time of day. Choosing the time of day will dramatically affect the look of the images. If your after the golden sun look- afternoon or early sunrise is best. During the day we can find a shaded spot but the light is always harsher and you can’t replicate that sunny glow you get from the early or evening sun.

4. Outfits. Choose clothes you and your kids feel comfortable in and that represent who you are. Neutrals always work if you’re not sure. But- please don’t match in all white ;) ;)

5. Just roll with it. Sometimes kids have a mind of their own no matter how hard we try so its best to not stress and just try to enjoy the moment as I capture you’re crazy but so rewarding journey as a parent and family.

The Rona's | Perth beach family session

Finding joy in every season can be tricky right? These guys were supposed to be in the UK but were stuck here in Perth as borders closed. It can be so easy through this season to focus on what we’ve missed out on, on where we are supposed to be, on how we thought this year would turn out like. As restrictions start to lift the aftermath still remains. 

They are together at the beach. They are safe. They are happy. What a perfect way to remember this season. Today, let’s reset and change our perspective. 

Tips for beautiful engagement photos

Oh me, oh my! Your left hand has been getting in a workout ever since your fiance put that beautiful rock on it and you are oozing with excitement at the thought of wedding planning! Sound at all like you? If it does, congrats girlfriend! I am so happy you are here!

Having your photo taken can feel pretty awkward am I right? So ive written a little blog with a few tips and tricks🍃

1. VISION: What sort of location are you thinking? Field, buildings, beach? Do you have somewhere you will remember fondly of when you look back on these in the years to come? Maybe your engagement location, your first date, maybe you both love the beach?

If you have no idea then don’t worry too much, a lot of my couples leave it up to me to scout out a location.

2. HAIR AND MAKEUP- if you can swing it, its such a fun idea to have your trials before your engagement session so you can feel fab and relaxed.

3. FASHION- I want you to be comfortable, I want you to connect with your images so if you are a jeans and tee kinda gal, then rock it! If your wanting to look a little more glam, I also love that! OR if you cant choose- come with an outfit change!

4. LIGHTING. As a natural light photographer I plan my engagement sessions around 1.5 hours before sunset for those golden look images, this also allows for an outfit change if needed. It also means that at times we may have to reschedule due to weather. You only get to do this once, so ensuring the environment is perfect will give you beautifully lit images! 

5. HAVE FUN! Its ok Have fun: This is such an exciting time in your lives. I know that engagement sessions can seem nerve wrecking so go in with an open mind, flirt, love one another, and just have fun. We will laugh a lot, I will help pose you, and your job is to snuggle in, bat your lashes, and laugh until your belly aches. It’s going to be fun, we might finish the session with a bottle of wine, and I promise you that you will love seeing these beautiful images of the two of you for years to come. Engagement sessions are the perfect time to hang out with your photographer, get comfortable in front of the camera, and flirt with your soon to be spouse! What more could a girl ask for?