The days are long, and the years pass in the blink of an eye.
Whether your children are 6 months old, 6 years old, a teenager, or a grown adult, you all deserve to update your family photos. These sessions are all about capturing you as you are, right now. If there’s a place you all love or an activity that brings you together, let’s head there and make it part of the fun.
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Remembered, documented & celebrated
Your perfect, sweet smelling newborn will soon be a cheeky, exasperating toddler.
The friends of your youth will turn wrinkly and grey.
Your siblings will grow up and move away (if they haven’t already!).
Your family – whether they’re the family you choose, the family you were born into, or the family you’re creating – are one of the most important things in your life.
Make time for your family
There’s no better way to do that than to make and photograph some epic memories together! No need to wait for that special moment or lose a few kilos. No need to get your make up done or buy matching clothes. The magic is already here!
Your family & your kids (especially your kids!!) won’t care if you haven’t gotten round to dying your hair or your belly is softer than it once was. They just love you, as you are, right here, right now.
And they love these real, raw moments that will soon become memories – chasing each other through the sand after a salty ocean swim, snuggling up at home as you read their favourite book, or playing in the park as the sun melts into the horizon.
So, what are you waiting for?
Combination Packages
Combination packages can be used towards: Maternity, family & fresh 48 sessions within 12 months.
(E.g. newborn session & 1 year session)
Combination packages can also be a mix of studio session & big wide world. 15% will be taken off the combination.
Kind Words
What an absolute joy to work with Dani! Not only was the whole experience very relaxed, but she captured our family so beautifully. We are absolutely delighted with our gorgeous collection of family portraits.
Lunn Family
Dani photographed my family for my Mum’s 60th. The photos are amazing and we are all so happy with them! Dani was great to work with and created a relaxed vibe. My siblings and I all had so much fun together and we cannot recommend Dani enough!!
Conlan Family
Dani visited us in hospital the day after having our son Archie and I am so glad she did! It’s a little daunting inviting someone into your newborn bubble, but Dani made us feel so comfortable. She has given us some beautiful, timeless photographs of our son which we will treasure forever.
Mills Family
Frequently Asked Questions
Hiring someone who has experience with children, can remain calm and roll with the punches (because kids be kids) plus having little tricks (without the bribery) is the key!
It’s a super-easy process. Use my online booking form to choose a date and time that suits you (either in my Sunbury Studio or at a location that works for you)
I find it best to get you and the family into a desirable position, then give the kids little games & things to do while I am taking photos. This lets moments unfold and allows those natural moments.
I absolutely can, I have a good handful of locations that I can recommend. You can also book sessions in my home studio in Sunbury, Victoria.
Try to dress everyone in a colour palette (I’ll send examples in my family guide) and avoid bold patterns and large logos. Dress the kids in things they can move in, and dress yourself in something you’re comfortable in (i.e. if you don’t like dresses, don’t wear a dress!)
I do. I offer two family packages: one for sessions held in my home studio in Sunbury, Victoria, and one for sessions conducted either at your home or a location of your choice.
I aim to have back within 4-6 weeks but sometimes in peak times this can take a little longer.
We have several different options.
- Ride with it (we can’t control the weather) and stick with the original location (this usually isn’t my go-to with young kids, especially if it’s cold).
- ride with it but change location
- We will reschedule and have our fingers crossed for better weather.
My biggest advice here is to let the kids be kids. I find using bribes or demanding kids do certain things usually backfires, and you end up with the biggest grump face. If they need to do running laps around you or go for an aeroplane ride, let it happen.
Free Style Guide for Your Next Family Photo Session
Not sure what to wear for your family, maternity, or newborn shoot? My free guide covers exactly what to keep in mind—so you can feel confident, relaxed, and totally you on the day.