FAMILY SESSIONS

A newborn baby wrapped in a floral blanket with a matching headband, sleeping beside a white stuffed bunny on a soft, cream-colored surface.

A man smiling and holding a crying newborn baby. The baby is dressed in a light blue outfit and wears a white beanie. The man is wearing a dark shirt with a colorful pattern.

A woman holding a newborn baby inside a living room with abstract art on the wall and a dog lying on the couch.

A young girl with long brown hair wearing a gray knit hat, beige sweater, black pants, and sneakers kneeling next to a black, white, and brown puppy in an outdoor setting with blurred green trees in the background.

A woman in a blue dress spinning and holding hands with a young child in a white sweater and jeans, in a park surrounded by trees and greenery.

A woman and a man smiling and looking down at a newborn baby she is holding, standing in a bedroom with wall art that says "Dream Big Little One."

A happy toddler boy sitting in a grassy yard under a fabric canopy with black and white geometric patterns. The boy is shirtless, smiling, and wearing a feather headband and a necklace, with some pillows behind him.

Close-up of a woman's hand with red nail polish gently holding a small, pale baby's hand on a fluffy white surface.

A multigenerational family with a mother, father, young girl, and newborn baby, all gathered closely and sharing a tender moment on a bed.

A family of three sitting on a bed, with a woman, man, and young girl smiling and kissing each other, against a beige wall with a pastel rainbow painting.

A happy couple sits on a couch with their newborn baby, smiling and looking at the baby in the father's arms, in a cozy living room with plants and modern decor.

A woman holding a sleeping baby on her lap, with a man sitting close, in a cozy indoor setting.

Life is short and kids grow up fast!

Family photos help you preserve moments in time you never want to forget.

Capturing your family means preserving genuine moments of love and happiness. Together, we create a collection of photos that reflect the true bond you share. You'll cherish these images when you first receive them, but their real value grows over time. Years from now, professional photographs allow you to look back and remember just how special this time in your life truly was.

Family sessions can be done at home, or out somewhere special to you. They are always relaxed, fun, and made just for your family.

A black and white photo of a couple holding a sleeping newborn. The woman is smiling and looking down at the baby, while the man is looking at the baby with a gentle expression.

A couple holding hands and smiling at each other in front of a large gray wall.

Two young girls exploring a rocky, forested area. One girl, wearing a floral dress, is climbing a rock wall, while the other girl, in a light-colored dress, stands nearby observing.

A family of three celebrates Christmas with a decorated tree in the background. The father, mother, and baby girl are dressed in white, with the mother kissing the baby on the cheek, and the father holding the baby who is looking at the camera.

A young girl standing in a grassy field with tall grass and wildflowers, holding and blowing on a dandelion.

A man and a child walking hand in hand into the ocean at the beach, with the man holding a small bucket for collecting shells or sand.

A young child wearing a pink outfit is sleeping on their back inside a crib with white bars, a pink pillow, and a white blanket with gray stripes.

A young girl with a flower crown on her head has colorful frosting on her face and hands, smiling and celebrating.

A man and a woman are holding hands while walking on a grassy field, playing with a small brown dog that is jumping in the air, surrounded by tall trees and a distant mountain in the background.

Family gathered around a newborn baby, with the mother holding the baby while the father and two children look on affectionately.

A young boy climbing over a safety gate in a kitchen, wearing colorful rain boots and shorts, with sunlight streaming in from a door leading to another room.

Professional Family Photography Melbourne

A happy family sitting on a bed with a dog and a newborn baby, smiling at each other in a modern bedroom with gray headboard and black-and-white wall art.

A man holding a baby in his arms, looking at the baby with affection, in a close-up black and white photo.

What kind of Family Session suits you best?

Outdoors

I love outdoor sessions because nature provides such a beautiful and versatile backdrop. Being outside allows us to move around freely, explore different angles, find the best natural light, and capture a wide variety of moments all within a single session. This variety really helps create dynamic and memorable gallery.

At Home

Newborn shoots are often best done at home, as it creates a comfortable and familiar environment for both baby and new parents. These sessions focus on a natural, documentary style, allowing us to capture the tender everyday moments that make early family life so special.

Studio Style

These images are timeless and are captured at your home using studio lighting. While booking a studio style session may be less common, these portraits offer a classic and elegant quality that endures. They provide a beautiful series of individual or family portraits without the need to travel, as the controlled lighting setup allows for high end results, at home.

Click the link below to see Paul’s pricing guide and the answers to some frequently asked questions.

Prices & FAQ's

A family of four standing outdoors in a forest, smiling at the camera. The mother is holding a young child, and a teenage girl stands nearby with a man, likely her father.

A young girl with braided hair hugging an adult, possibly her mother, in an outdoor setting with greenery.

A woman in a white dress playing with a young boy in a grassy field outdoors, surrounded by trees on a sunny day.

A young boy smiling while being carried on an adult man's shoulder outdoors with trees in the background.

A sleeping puppy lying on its back next to a baby girl lying in a basket, looking at the camera.

Group of five people standing together outdoors, laughing and smiling, with trees in the background.

A young boy wearing a helmet and white shirt sitting on a skateboard on a tennis court, with two children rollerblading and a dog in the background near a chain-link fence.

A baby crawling on a white surface, looking directly at the camera with blue eyes and light brown hair, wearing a gray sleeveless onesie.

A couple on a modern outdoor city bridge, smiling and facing each other, with tall glass buildings in the background.

Close-up of a sleeping newborn baby wearing a pink headband with a bow and a pink outfit, lying on a soft gray surface.

A couple with a small brown poodle in a lush green forest, interacting lovingly with the dog as it sits on a fallen log.

A black-and-white portrait of a young child with curly hair, looking over their shoulder with a surprised or curious expression.

A bit about the session

Every session carries its own unique charm, whether it unfolds in the comfort of a home or the open air outdoors. Natural light, where available, is always the preferred choice—it brings a soft, authentic glow that's hard to replicate. Yet, nature doesn't always cooperate fully, and that's where experience and preparation come in. I come equipped with a variety of lighting tools, ready to seamlessly enhance the scene whenever it is needed,.

Sessions typically last between one and three hours. Outdoor shoots are especially magical early in the morning or later in the afternoon, when the natural light is lower and softer, adding a beautiful warmth to your images. When young children are part of the family, incorporating playful activities at home or taking a stroll to a nearby playground can help create genuine, joyful moments. I’ll guide you through some posed shots while also capturing those spontaneous, natural interactions that truly tell your story.

After your session, I will carefully edit and retouch your images to bring out their best qualities. Once perfected, I’ll send them to you through a private online gallery—effortlessly shareable with friends and family. Your photos will be delivered as full-sized JPEGs, ready for you to download directly from the gallery whenever you like.

Contact Paul

A wooden pier extends into calm water with two sailboats anchored nearby. Two people, an adult and a child, stand on the pier looking at the ocean during sunrise or sunset.

A newborn baby lying on a blanket, gently held by an adult hand, wearing a cream-colored knitted sweater.

Woman and young girl playing with a pink ball in clear shallow ocean water on a sunny day, with blue sky and distant horizon.

People hiking along the edge of a colorful, curved rock formation under a partly cloudy sky.

A young girl jumping off rocks onto the sandy beach near the water with trees and a pier in the background, sunny day.

Two young children, one with curly blonde hair and the other with red hair, sitting on a light blue background. The older child is smiling and leaning towards the younger, who has a surprised or curious expression.

A woman with long blonde hair embraces a young child outdoors among green foliage, with sunlight filtering through the trees.

Family sitting on a gray couch in a living room, holding a newborn baby, with smiles. A woman and man are close together, sharing a joyful moment.

Baby girl with a flower crown and messy face, standing behind a birthday cake outside, celebrating a birthday.

A woman tending to a baby in a crib with stuffed toys and a pink heart-shaped pillow.

A couple embraces in a forest clearing, facing each other closely, with tall trees in the background.

A young couple holding their newborn baby outdoors in a natural setting with greenery, touching foreheads and smiling.