Toohey Forest Extended Family Session | Brisbane Family Photographer

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Extended family sessions hold a special place for me. Yes at times they can be hard to organize and get everyone in the same place but oh how are they worth it. To record your family! I would totally say just take the time to do it!

There are a lot of combinations to get through and it can mean that time moves quickly without as much variety in images as say an immediate family session but this does not mean you cant create beautiful images. I always have in my mind that I want to get at least 3 different set ups of the whole family and then break down into smaller groups around each one of these scenarios and then some extra shots along the way. It can depend how big the extended family is but after shooting weddings for 20 years (eek) I can wrangle family groups together and pump out the combinations quickly in 20mins so in a whole session I actually feel chilled out. People often say gosh it must be hard but as long as I have an idea of the combinations of who is coming then Im good to go.

I can meet big families for the first time or like this family I have been capturing their kids since newborns.

We can meet at the park or the beach… then there are sessions like this. Chosen for meaning. This family live near Toohey Forest and these beautiful kids have made this fort over time with their grandad and the rest of the family - but you could tell it was special with grandad. I love it! Its the case of let me spend an afternoon with you where you feel most comfortable and it just takes your gallery to a whole other level.

There are photos in this gallery with grandad at the fort, each of the kids with just mum and just dad and extras with their Aunty. I really do aim to capture all the shots that mean the world to you and kept it as easy and relaxed as possible!

Selena xx

PS We use grid galleries so you can see a quick snapshot of a session. Just click on an image to see it full size and then move through with the arrows :)

Fingal Family Portrait | Tweed Coast Family Photographer

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Loved this session. Such a fun family to spend the afternoon with and I love that they are still thinking of getting family photos with their older kids. Often families are much more regular with sessions in the younger ages and get to the end of school and realise they missed capturing a big chunk in the middle of their story. This was a booking on one of my sale packages. Reduced investment but gorgeous images to keep! Sales don’t mean less attention from me. I still capture all the variety for you to choose from.

Let me know if you would like to discuss your next portrait.

Selena x

Kingscliff Family Portrait | Tweed Coast Family Photographer

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Hello, Its website update time to finish off sections we have not done yet and there are so many sessions to blog like Tara and Tom’s gorgeous family. They would already be so much bigger. This was a morning session so we had to find some shade. If your availability or time preferences for your kids mean that we aren’t shooting in the much loved golden hour that is perfectly ok. We can discuss your options.
Selena

Lifestyle Family Session | Salt Family Photographer

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I have captured this beautiful family for 2 years on our beautiful Tweed Coast beaches but this session was a little keepsake as they moved on from their beautiful home to new adventures. I love a home lifestyle session. They are relaxed and a little imperfect and very personal to each client. Here are a few of each child having special focus on their rooms and a few from the main gallery of the family :) Selena x

Family | Currumbin Valley Family Portrait Photographer

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This was a mini session to celebrate Rome turning 1 to match a session we did for his big sister Vienna. I love how a portrait freezes moments in time and captures our little ones at different stages. Rome is a little shy of the camera, any camera, but they are completely him and his gorgeous family helped him feel at ease. These are some of their favourite moments from the morning. Selena x

Miss Jorgie - Kingscliff Newborn Photographer

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Its always nice to hear from a past client to capture their latest newborn images. Miss Isobel is now a big sister to Jorgie and she couldn't be more proud. Both sisters have been captured for their newborn session in their home with a studio look. While its nice to come into the studio for your session if you feel an in home option suits you better I am always happy to do this. Here are some of their family favourites. Selena x

Sibling Session Kingscliff | Kingscliff Family Photographer

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The gorgeous Harry, Andie and Max! I love a sibling update session. We all have such busy lives so its really special to make the time to record a moment in time before they are all grown up. This session was after school - its possible to have a sunset session and still keep your weekends free. Beautiful kids and beautiful location. x

Family Wander at Boondall Wetlands | Brisbane Family Photographer

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A gift certificate for a family portrait is always an amazing gift! We had a fun afternoon wandering around Boondall Wetlands. I shoot a lot in Brisbane but had never been there before so it was awesome being somewhere new. Hope you enjoy the gallery. Selena x

Garcia Family | Brisbane + Gold Coast Family Photographer

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This beautiful family are from Brisbane and were gifted a voucher for their first baby shower from another client. I have now captured them several times for a maternity, 2 newborns, family, Christmas mini and this family session and I love watching their family grow. Their sessions have ranged from Brisbane Botanical Gardens, Currumbin Valley, Studio and this one was at Pizzey Park and South Miami Beach on the Gold Coast. Morning light can be a challenge but finding an area where I can connect in even light before heading out to open spaces like the beach can be the solution for working around availability or the routine of kids.

I am honoured when clients return year after year and recommend their extended family or social circle. My job becomes capturing a life journey.. a set of images to look back on that are the essence of their family in super awesome locations! Selena x

Celebrate Being a Mum | Burleigh Heads Family Photographer

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Sarah is a gorgeous Mum and I am blessed to have met her way back in high school days! Creative and carefree would be a few words that pop to mind and I love that we could capture a little colour and candid love at the beach for their sunset Burleigh and South Miami session. Selena x

Henschke Family Session Park + Beach | Cabarita Family Photographer

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We are spoilt for choice in the beautiful Tweed Valley and this gorgeous family chose Cabarita for their afternoon family session and wanted a mix of park and beach. Here is a snapshot of their images. When booking a full portrait session we have enough time for a couple of wardrobe looks and locations close by to each other. Its always a nice refresh for the kids but you also get to wear fav special outfits and then enjoy some more with a casual feel. I would love to spend the afternoon with you creating some memories x Selena

Prichard Family Maternity Session Kingscliff | Salt Beach Photographer

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Such a wonderful family this little one has chosen to become apart of. Tara, Tom and Leo invited me to capture their family and celebrate their addition on the way just over a year now and I am excited to add this session on our new blog. Was a beautiful afternoon session at Salt and the images pretty much speak for themselves - Happiness, excitement and love surrounds them! Selena x