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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 […]

Getting a haircut can be super daunting for kids; many hairdressers don’t even do kids hair. Often I get kids who come to a photoshoot with a gorgeous neat haircut and here are 3 kids hairdressers in Brisbane around Brisbane I’ve compiled who actually do a good job with kids hair. All of them are […]

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 […]

Does your kid desperately need a haircut in this hot weather, but you cannot fathom the idea of picking up a pair of scissors or clippers (if you own one) and cutting it yourself like me? Perhaps your kid is extra sensitive to hair being touched. I love it when kids (especially boys) have a […]

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. How to Pick Your […]

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 […]