Family


Fam​ily photography is so important. It makes a house feel like a home and reminds you of wonderful memories that you and your children can look back on in years to come.

​Family sessions are all about capturing genuine expression and having fun. I want your session to be as relaxed and enjoyable as possible with lots of laughter and giggles. Family sessions are the perfect way to capture those real connections and the beautiful bonds between those you love the most.

​Sessions can be held either in studio or at a local outdoor setting of your choice. I'm a lover of shooting just before sunset - also known as the 'golden hour' because the light is lovely and soft and golden! So this is when I prefer to schedule outdoor family sessions if we can make this work. ​​

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are family sessions held?

Family sessions are either held in my professional studio at 27B Royal Arcade, central Timaru or outdoors on location. Studio sessions take place between 10am and 2pm weekdays and selected Saturdays. Outdoor sessions take place just before sunset on weekday evenings.

How long will the photoshoot take?

On average most family sessions take around 1 hour. Although this can vary depending on the ages of the children and how many people are involved.  Smaller families can be much shorter than this and larger family groups or extended family sessions will take longer.

What do we wear and what do we need to bring?

As part of your pre-consultation we can go over clothing choices together. As a rule though, neutral or earthly tones are best. Very bright colours, bold stripes or patterns and logos should be avoided. 
For toddlers and small children a change of clothes is recommended in case of accidents and some snacks to help to keep them going!

What should we expect from a family session?

Expect to have fun!  I love documenting the connection of families and the love they have for each other.  I want sessions to feel nice and relaxed with a mix of silliness, cuddles and giggles! I try to discourage the 'cheese' face and instead capture the genuine connections and expressions.

What if my child doesn't co-operate?

Don’t worry! I am a pretty good child/toddler wrangler and have a few tricks up my sleeve! The main thing is to let them be themselves and don't force them into doing anything they don't want to do. ​

How much does it cost?

Petite family sessions start from $250.  There are a variety of collection options available depending on your budget and the number of family members you would like to include.
​Printed products including wall art, albums and prints are also available. For full details on the products and pricing, please get in touch.  

When do we receive the images?

Your images will be ready to view within 1-2 weeks of your session. I like to help you through the selection process of your images and this is best done in person at the studio. However If circumstances mean returning to the studio is too hard to schedule, or you are out of town, we can also do this online.  
Once you have chosen your images, they will be fully retouched and your digital images sent to you within 2-3 weeks. Printed products can take up to 4-8 weeks to arrive depending on the product.
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