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Family reunion is such a special memory that deserves to be captured. Whether you are a local or you’re taking a family vacation up Brisbane and you’d like to have some extended family photos taken, I want to be your photographer to help you document this memory. I had the honour to photograph the beautiful […]

I love when a client chooses to have their family photos in a flower field. Flowers and light are my signature photography elements that differentiate my work from the rest of the photographers here in Brisbane. There isn’t many great spots for flowers in Brisbane to be honest, (Adelaide clients – there’s an abundance for […]

5 tips for preparing your toddler for family portrait session So you love sunflowers, and you want to book a family portrait session with a fabulous photographer at Shimmering Pines Farm (I hope that’s me!) and now you are wondering what next? Here is my portrait guide with some tips to planning and getting awesome […]

If you are about to graduate from the University of Queensland, congratulations! As a fellow UQ Alumnus, I know it’s no secret that the UQ is a one-of-a-kind institution. With friendly staff, the highest amounts of school spirit, the nation’s leading researchers (who were the pioneers in developing COVID vaccine!), and, of course, the most beautiful […]

The Goodna Jacaranda Festival is highly anticipated festival that celebrates the wonderfully diverse lifestyle in Ipswich. With something for everyone, you cannot afford to miss it. Struggling with what to do with kids on the weekend? Goodna Jacaranda festival is for you There is a deluxe of entertainment experience for children ages 2-12 years at […]

You can’t miss one of the oldest and largest collection of jacarandas in Brisbane: New Farm Park Jacaranda. Only 10 minutes away from Brisbane city, New Farm park turns into a purple wonderland during the jacaranda season. 1. New farm Park is easy to get to & lots of ameneties Brisbane has lots of wonderful locations to have a fun […]

Steph and her partner Dave recently got two golden retriever puppies and they mean the world to them. They wanted to do a photoshoot to document this special moment in their lives with their puppies in the UQ Jacaranda blossoms. “It’s been a dream to have photos taken in the purple blossoms. We have always […]

A photoshoot in the dreamy sunflower field with your dearest love – who would say no to that?! This gorgeous couple contacted me wanting to have some couples photos done with the stunning sunflowers. They were engaged for over 9 months, and decided it’s time to do something to celebrate! This engagement photoshoot in Kalbar […]

As a Gold Coast & Brisbane Family Photographer I’ve come to know quite a few of the best Gold Coast photoshoot locations for family & couples photos. So, I wanted to take the time and create some free resources for you to check out. So, even if you haven’t chatted with me yet to be your […]

Ever dreamed of having a photo session with your loved one under the cherry blossoms? Well, look no further. Just under 2 hour drive from Brisbane, we have some magnificent cherry blossoms blooming in Toowoomba Japanese Gardens in Spring. If you are anything like me, you would love flowers in your family photos. I am […]