In the Nursery With Tyde Tooth

Last week we caught up with Jayde and Rachel Tooth at their home to meet the newest addition to the family, baby Tyde. Tyde may just be the most chilled out baby we’ve ever met, he was asleep almost the whole time we were there, not even waking when the dogs gave him a kiss.

Jayde and Rachel allowed us to photograph some products that will be available to purchase soon in our new online store, The Cot Club. With our wedding photography business being impacted by the bushfires and the pandemic we decided to start something new. After being in our own baby bubble we wanted to open an online store for all the things we have loved and needed for the little ones. In our newborn session, you can see some of our baby swaddles and cot organiser.

Thank you Jayde and Rachel for welcoming us into your home and allowing us to document those first precious moments as a family.

Keira Turns Six

To celebrate turning six, our niece Keira asked to go the Shoalhaven Animal Park with her family. We had to take advantage of having her cousins all together to get some family photos. These kids made the day so much fun. Happy Birthday Keira!

Rhys Turns One

Last Saturday my nephew Rhys turned one, he celebrated the day with cake and cuddles! Here are a few snaps from his party.

Aaron and Katie's Engagement Shoot

Last weekend I met up with Aaron and Katie, an engaged couple who have booked me in for their wedding photography. They wanted their session captured at the Nowra Showgrounds, so we met up by the stables and took a walk over to the pavilion and into surrounding bushland. This was my first session at this location, and I will definitely be using it again. After a fun session I am looking forward to catching with these guys again at the wedding!

Mitch and Taylor's Lake Conjola Engagement Session

This engagement shoot has been a long time in the making. Mitch and Taylor have been planning their engagement session at Lake Conjola for a while now but thanks to the Christmas bushfires and Covid-19 they had to postpone. After much anticipation it was great to meet up with these two ahead of their wedding in Milton. Congratulations on your engagement, I can’t wait to join you both at the wedding!

A Surprise Proposal at Terara Riverside Gardens

Last week I met up with Elspeth and her family for a family photo shoot at Terara Riverside Gardens. Terara means a lot to Ryan and Elspeth who were married here a few years ago. During our session Elspeth’s brother Andrew got down on one knee and proposed to the love of his life. It was such a nice moment to be part of and for his family to witness. Here are some of my favourite photos from our session together.

Sarah's Maternity Session

Last week I caught up with Jonathon and Sarah for a maternity session in Jervis Bay. This was my second time shooting this couple, the first was last year at their wedding. It’s always nice to see my clients again celebrating the next chapter in their life together. Thank you for braving the winter air and joining me at the beach for this maternity shoot. I wish you all the best on your journey to parenthood!

The Rogers Newborn Session

A couple of years ago I photographed the wedding of Marcus and Leah, fast forward to last week and they are now a family of four. I had the chance to meet their latest addition, baby Denver at their home in Jaspers Brush and she sure is special! I feel so blessed to be welcomed into the homes of new parents and to meet babies so new to the world. It won’t be long until Regal and Denver are running around, the best of friends. Here are some of the highlights from our in-home session together.

The Pont Family

Our family and kids portrait sessions in Jervis Bay are very popular with good reason. We are lucky to live in an area with well protected beaches surrounded by National Park. The colour of the water is breathtaking and the sand is some of the whitest in the world. My latest session kicked off in the bushland near Blenheim Beach with the Pont family and finished on the sand. It was a lot of fun, here are some of the highlights.

Willow Farm Styled Shoot

Our latest shoot took place at Willow Farm in Berry, NSW. We wanted to showcase a modern country wedding with trendy arches and pews for the ceremony mixed with bohemian styled dried foliage and soft white florals. For the reception, it was all about moody ambiance. The team designed an epic tablescape that was lit by chandeliers, candles, and festoon lighting. The texture from the gown was reflected in the three-tier cake that was also dressed in matching florals. Holly and Brigette worked together to create a natural makeup look and soft, romantic waves. Real-life husband and wife AJ and Alyssa got to spend the afternoon away from their five kids for a chance to re-live their wedding day. We were able to photograph this shoot in 90 minutes, finishing the session with some gelato and champagne just as the rain set in. Thank you to our incredible team for not only doing a great job but for making this one so much fun!

Venue: Willow Farm, Berry
Styling: The Wedding and Event Creators
Florist: Frank and Bloom
Flower Hire: The Faux Flower Company
Gelato: The Gelato Bike
Hair Stylist: Hair by Holly Gould
Makeup Artist: Brigette Alana MUA
Gown: Your Art Bridal
Cake: Roseberry Cake Creations
Hair Accessory: And You Bridal
Alcohol: Henry Clive Caravan Bar

Hyams Beach Elopement Shoot

I loved being part of this elopement styled shoot at Hyams Beach in Jervis Bay. The inspiration was to create a luxe coastal beach wedding for the surfy couple. The brief was to keep things simple with a Bo and Luca silk gown, loose wavy hair, and soft natural makeup. Hoorah Events teamed up with A Tiny Florist to design an arbour and tablescape that screamed beach romance for the boho bride. We were spoilt with the most perfect sunset for our last portraits of the day. Here are some of my favourite photos from what was an incredible shoot by the sea.

Location: Hyams Beach, Jervis Bay
Stylist and Furniture Hire: Hoorah Events
Florist: A Tiny Florist
Makeup Artist: Ella and Me
Hair Stylist: Absolute Hair by Tia
Gown: Your Art Bridal
Grooms Attire: The Collared Man
Cake: The Grazing Girls

Blenheim Extended Family Session

Ashleigh took the opportunity of having her family all together on a beautiful winters day to have their photos taken. We met up at Blenheim Beach for a morning session where the kids explored the beach and the adults caught up. Jervis Bay always puts on a show at this of year. Here are some of the highlights.

David and Manija's Wedding

David and Manija chose to have a morning ceremony followed by a small intimate wedding of 20 guests, at Oliveto Ristorante & Bar. The team at Oliveto worked with Sydney Prop Hire to style the ceremony and reception using bright pink florals. Following the formalities we took a stroll around Bray’s Bay to capture some natural portraits. Congratulations to David and Manija on your marriage and thank you for inviting me along to celebrate with you both.

Greenfield's Family Session

Last week I ventured to Greenfields Beach in Jervis Bay to catch up with Josh and Erica. I captured some photos of them walking up and down the beach and playing in the sand with their little one. The South Coast has lots of beautiful locations so I never have to travel far for a booking. The white sand and blue ocean made for the perfect backdrop for this family session. I always suggest we meet in the morning or afternoon so we get great lighting. Here are some of the highlights.

Nest Residential Design Berry Project

I recently photographed “King of the hill” another incredible project by Nest Residential Design. Named by its neighbors, this stunning home overlooks beautiful Berry, NSW. No expense was spared in bringing this vision to life. Below I have listed the team who made this build possible.

Nest Residential Design
Harlor Building
Brick Effect
Rob McMaster
Colorbond Steel
Bruhn Limestone

Family Session at Blenheim Beach

Below are some of the highlights from my recent family session at Blenheim Beach. One of the things I love about shooting outdoors is it allows me to capture candid moments where the family are having fun. If you follow my blog you would know that Blenheim is my favourite beach on the South Coast, its protected from the wind and the lighting is perfect. Thank you Kristie for organising this session, you have a beautiful family.

Alanna and Geoff's Engagement Shoot

I finished my week off with an engagement session at Blenheim Beach, my favourite spot in Jervis Bay. Having spent the afternoon getting to know Alanna and Geoff I cannot wait to join them at their wedding in Mudgee next year. Congratulations on your engagement guys, now let the countdown begin.

The Downes Family at Terara Riverside Gardens

Last week I caught up with Marty and Megan to meet the newest addition to the Downes family, little George. It was nice for Megan and Marty to head back to Terara Riverside Gardens, so they could show their boys where they got married. I had so much fun catching up with this family of four and watching Charlie in his new role as big brother. Congratulations Marty and Megan, George is perfect.

Travis and Amy's Engagement Session

Unfortunately due to Covid Travis and Amy had to postpone their wedding, but we spent the day together anyway. I’m sure when the restrictions ease it will be worth the wait guys.

Not your average warehouse wedding!

We shared a vision with Elyza from Ivy Lane Collective that we wanted to showcase a fun warehouse wedding full of good vibes and a whole lot of pink. With the help of an awesome team, we were able to pull off a styled shoot that contrasts an industrial warehouse with soft florals and sequins. It was so fun to catch up with real-life husband and wife Alex and Mel who I met three years ago at their own wedding. We were so lucky to collaborate in the Ivy Lane warehouse that already oozed so much character. Here are some of the highlights from one of our favourite shoots to date!

Location: Ivy Lane Warehouse South Nowra
Styling and florist: Ivy Lane Collective
Gown: Alca Line Bride
Jacket: Dear Love
Hair Accessory: And You Bridal
Hair Stylist: Whyld Hair
Makeup Artist: Sally Ann Beauty
Cocktails: Rambling Rose Bar
Furniture Hire: South Coast Party Hire
Neon Hire: The Wedding and Event Creators
Place cards and menus: White Cherry Invitations