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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. 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 […]

Summer is just around the corner, and there is no better place to spend the weekend than a free water park Brisbane! (Other than air-conditioned places) Here are 5 waterparks I frequently visit that you need to check out this summer! Flagstone waterpark, an epic free water park Brisbane One epic adventure and water park […]

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 […]