Hey Mumma, time doesn't wait.
You deserve beautiful photos with your family, right now.
Not when you’ve lost a few kilos, or when life settles down.
And definitely not when the kids are a little easier.
Trust me, there'll always be another reason to wait.
If you can already feel this stage slipping by, you’re in the right place.
This version of your family won’t be here forever.
I'll work with your family, exactly as they are.
Shy, silly, clingy, wild, affectionate, independent, or happiest climbing all over you — I'll work out pretty quickly what makes your family tick.
Some families need a little longer to warm up. Others are ready to jump straight in. There’s no pressure on anyone to behave a certain way.
I’ll guide you the whole way, but adapt what we're doing to suit your family. That’s a big part of my Prompts, not Posing approach.
You don’t have to know what to do
After 15 years photographing families, portraits and weddings, the technical stuff is second nature to me. I’m not anxiously checking the back of my camera or going quiet while I work out what to do next. I know how to make your session flow effortlessly.
I'll look after you the entire time
You don’t need to know where to stand, what to do with your hands, where to look, or how to get the kids to cooperate. That’s my job. I’ll guide you through all of it.
Moving you into the most beautiful light.
Finding the best angles for your face and body.
Keeping you all busy, so nothing feels awkward.
Working out what brings your most genuine smiles.
Smoothing your flyaway hair and hiding your bra strap.
Chatting with your husband until he forgets he hates photos.
Changing things up before anyone gets restless.
Knowing when someone needs a snack break.
Creating fun for the kids so we lose the “Cheeeeese” face.
Listening when you tell me what you’re self-conscious about, and coaching you through it.
I won't miss the things that matter
I keep a checklist in my head as we go. What we’ve captured, what’s still missing, and everything you told me was important before the shoot.
But I’m also watching for the things you couldn't have planned for.
The way your biggest baby still plays with your hair.
Your husband’s palm settling instinctively at the small of your back.
How they both still somehow fit on your lap.
All the little habits you never want to forget.
You don’t need to keep tabs on any of it. I'll make sure we don't miss anything.
Locations and outfits, sorted.
There's nothing you need to have figured out before you book.
I’ll suggest locations that suit your family, then show you real sessions photographed there, so you can see exactly what each one feels like.
Then we’ll sort out what to wear.
I’ll send you a Pinterest board for inspiration, help you work with what you already own over FaceTime, or if you’re out shopping, just send me photos and I’ll help you choose.
We'll make sure everything works together, before the day.
Four steps to photos you'll never regret
Step 1.
Book your photo shoot
Choose your package and session date, then fill out a short questionnaire so I can get to know your family a little before we meet. From there, I’ll help you choose a location that feels right for you and suits the kind of photos you love.
Step 2.
Get ready
Next, we’ll sort out what everyone is wearing. I’ll help with colours, outfits and making sure everything works beautifully with your location.
We can go through what you already own over FaceTime, or if you’re out shopping, just send me photos and I’ll help you choose.
Step 3.
Enjoy your session
This is the easy bit. I’ll take charge and guide you the whole way, so you can stop thinking about what you’re supposed to be doing and simply enjoy being with your family. No wondering where to stand, where to look, or what happens next.
Step 4.
Choose your photos
Within 14 days, your gallery will be ready to enjoy. You’ll choose the photographs you love most, download the images included in your package, and if there are more you can’t leave behind, you’ll have the option to add extra images or order prints.
You'll wish you'd done it sooner
If you’re still wondering whether it’ll be worth it, have a read through what other families have said.
Most of them had the same worries you probably do — the kids won’t cooperate, Dad won’t enjoy it, they’ll feel awkward, or they have no idea what to do.
Then they did it.
And now they have photos they absolutely love.
Love notes
Ready when you are
Hey, I'm Jo
I’ve been photographing Brisbane families for more than 15 years, and I've been a mother for 21 long years :-)
My own girls are young adults now and, to be honest, I’m still not quite sure how that happened. They don’t need me in the same way anymore and I’m no longer the centre of their universe. I really miss some of those ordinary little things I barely thought about at the time.
So when I tell you to get in the photos, I genuinely mean it. I know that not every stage of family life is wonderful, but one day you’ll be really glad you captured the way you all were together.
Not sure on a session date yet?
I know how hard it can be to lock in a date when everyone’s weekends are already full.
If you’re ready to book but need a little more time to check diaries, you can purchase a Gift Card now and choose your session date later.
Gift Cards are valid for 3 years, so there’s no rush.
Once you’ve purchased one, I’ll be in touch and we can start planning your session.