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If you love dreamy flower fields as much as I do, then you must visit Elderflower Farm in Scenic Rim. Elderflower Farm is a family-owned boutique flower farm near Kalbar, where you can pick your own beautiful flowers and make a unique bouquet. It is only an hour away from Brisbane, meaning you can bring […]

An elopement in Brisbane that costs closer to the $7K mark than a $68K wedding; Just. Had. To. Share. I know how hard it is to find the right photographer that offers wedding dream services in the style you love. Additionally, “Why do majority of the budget photographers do the earthy, muddy tone?”, ” I need […]

Shorncliffe Pier engagement photos Alyssa and Kennedy dreamt of a romantic, golden hour engagement session in Brisbane. After much research of farms and villas in the region, they chose Shorncliffe Pier: a stunning port on the East Coast of Brisbane that offers breathtaking views. Working with Hikari Lifestyle Photography they kept the aesthetic very soft […]

Pregnancy is an exciting time for many, but also a fearful journey for those who have had traumatic birthing experiences in the past. Are you filled with fear? Does your partner feel concerned about how this experience will end up? You are not on your own. I think we have normalised bad birth experience because […]

To say I love fall is an understatement. I am a basic fall betch who breaks out the sweaters and PSL the second May first rolls around. I have been hunting around Brisbane for the best fall leaves. Fall colours begin to appear late May and peak early June. You will see the bright yellow […]

There are countless gorgeous photoshoot locations in Brisbane. When clients pick Brisbane City as their photoshoot location, I have a 1.5h itinerary in mind starting from QUT, ending in Roma Street Parklands. In this blog post I am going to share this gallery of this stunning Indian couple’s pre-wedding engagement photoshoot I did for them […]

You’re flooded with options. I get it. But when it comes to choosing the right photographer I want to give you some honest tips and advice. I am a Brisbane Maternity Photographer and I’ve been in this industry for a decade; I know what makes or breaks a maternity photoshoot experience. So here are a […]

When it comes to photoshoots, outfits isn’t the only thing that will impact on the end result – your hair is SUPER important too! I get it, you want to go to a Brisbane Korean Hair Salon, but what if I were to tell you I have an easier option for you? For lifestyle photoshoots, […]

So you’ve decided to have your precious new baby photographed. Yay! Hikari Lifestyle Photography offers Newborn Photography in Brisbane Southside at your home, in studio or in the great outdoors. So where is the best location for you? We have put together a pros and cons list for each, to hopefully make the decision a […]

Let’s face it, makeup is hard. You can’t go wrong hiring a makeup artist to take the stress off your plate on your big day- whether it’s your wedding, photoshoot or special event! I always recommend to have makeup done especially for photoshoot sessions. Having professional makeup done elevates the entire experience, as it boosts […]