Natural, relaxed portrait sessions designed to feel effortless and genuine.
These sessions focus on real connection instead of stiff posing, capturing honest moments, natural interaction and timeless imagery in a simple, comfortable way.
Whether it’s family, couples, maternity or solo portraits, the experience is guided throughout so you never feel awkward in front of the camera. I’ll help with gentle direction when needed while still leaving space for natural movement and authentic moments to happen naturally.
Sessions can take place outdoors, in your home or at a location that feels meaningful and natural to you. Most sessions are photographed using natural light, especially during golden hour for the softest and most flattering atmosphere.
The goal isn’t perfect poses, it’s creating photographs that feel real, personal and meaningful long after the session is over.
A top-down portrait of a smiling woman lying on autumn leaves, playfully holding a dry brown leaf over one eye.

Carina - Autumn Portrait Session.

A close-up portrait of a woman with blonde bangs and a light green jacket, illuminated by sharp sunlight against a dark background

Jess Saunders - Portrait / Street Session

Mini Session — $300
Perfect for couples, solo portraits or small family updates.
• ~30 minute session
• 10 edited images
• Online gallery delivery
Standard Session — $480
A relaxed full session designed for families, couples, maternity or personal portraits.
This is the most popular option, allowing enough time to slow down and capture a natural mix of candid moments and gently guided portraits.
For maternity sessions, the focus is usually on soft light, natural movement and connection, keeping a calm pace so nothing feels rushed or overly posed.
Location can be outdoors, at your home, or somewhere meaningful to you. A popular option is sunrise at New Brighton, where the soft light and open horizon create clean silhouettes and a minimal atmosphere. Sunrise sessions require more timing and planning, but often deliver a very distinctive result.
• ~60 minute session
• 20 edited images
• Online gallery delivery
A pregnant woman in an orange pantsuit and white top standing on the beach at sunset, looking out to sea.

Maternity Session - Sunrise at New Brighton Beach.

A silhouette of a couple on the beach at sunset, with the man kneeling and kissing the woman's pregnant belly.

Bruna & Guilherme - Maternity / Couples Session at New Brighton Beach.

Extended Session — $650
Ideal for larger families, multiple outfits, or sessions with more creative flexibility and extra time.
• Up to 90 minute session
• 30 edited images
• Priority editing turnaround
Additional Information
All sessions include a video call consultation before the shoot to go over details, location and expectations. This helps ensure everything is clear and relaxed before the session.
A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking, with the remaining balance due on the day of the session.
A proofing gallery will be delivered within approximately 7 days after the session for image selection, with final edited images delivered within 7–14 days after selections are made.
All images include professional basic editing such as colour correction, exposure adjustments and natural retouching. Editing is kept clean and true to life, without heavy Photoshop manipulation or excessive retouching.
Final images are delivered through an online gallery where high-resolution and web/social resolution files can be downloaded easily.
Additional images can be purchased for $40 each.
Printed photographs, framed prints and fine art print options are available on request for clients wanting something physical for their home or workspace.
Extra session time, outfit changes, additional locations and priority editing turnaround can also be added depending on the type of session.
Short notice sessions may be available depending on schedule, especially for time-sensitive situations. These are subject to availability and include a $100 priority fee for expedited turnaround and scheduling.
A USB flash drive containing your gallery can be added for $25.

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