Natural Photography for Newcastle &

Lake Macquarie Families

Creating Timeless Family Portraits

Every family has its own rhythm — the little looks, the inside jokes, the beautiful chaos that makes your connection completely unique. As a family photographer, my goal is to capture those moments exactly as they are, preserving your story in a way that feels real, heartfelt, and timeless.

A family photoshoot with me isn’t about stiff poses or perfect smiles. It’s about the way your little one curls their hand around yours, the giggles that turn into belly laughs, and the quiet moments in between when you simply exist together as a family.

From cheeky grins to knowing glances, I focus on the genuine interactions that make your family photos feel alive with personality and emotion.

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A happy family of four enjoying a walk outdoors in a park during sunset, holding hands and smiling under a large tree with fallen leaves on the ground.

My approach

TO PHOTOGRAPHY

I believe family portrait photography should feel relaxed and enjoyable — never stressful or overly posed.

During your session, I’ll gently guide you when needed, but mostly I step back and allow your natural connection to unfold. Whether we’re walking along the beach, exploring a favourite local park, or spending time together at home, the aim is always the same: to capture your family just as you are in this season of life.

Children are free to play, cuddle, explore and simply be themselves. Those authentic moments are where the magic happens.

A family of three on a sandy beach at sunset, with a woman, a man, and a young child holding hands and smiling.
A woman holding a young girl at the beach with rock formations and the sun in the background.

Family Photos

THAT FEELS LIKE YOU

My approach to family photography focuses on storytelling through natural light, movement, and genuine connection.

Rather than focusing on perfectly posed images, I capture the moments that tell the real story of your family — the laughter, the chaos, the tenderness, and the love that ties everything together.

Each family photoshoot results in a collection of images that reflect your personalities and relationships, creating family photos that will feel just as meaningful years from now as they do today.

These are the photographs that become part of your family’s story — the ones your children will look back on and remember how it felt to be in this chapter of life together.

A family of four holding a newborn baby and smiling at each other in a cozy living room.
Close-up of a newborn baby's feet being held by an adult.
A family of four, including a mother, father, a young girl, and a newborn baby, standing together in a bedroom near a sliding glass door, with the father holding the newborn and the mother and young girl smiling.
Two children sitting on a bed, looking at a photo album together.
A sleeping baby lying on a mustard yellow pillow on a white textured bedspread.
Two young boys lying on the carpeted floor under a bed, looking out from beneath the bed frame.
A woman and a man sitting on a bed holding a newborn baby while looking at each other and smiling.
A couple stands on a rocky beach holding hands, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.

PORTRAIT PACKAGES.

Every person has their own unique story & connection. I can’t wait to tell yours.

Family Portraits

✦ $550 for a 90-minute session at your chosen location during the golden hour.

✦ Includes a complimentary preparation guide.

✦ Package features an online gallery with a guarantee of 70+ images for digital download, with no extra charges for images.

✦ Sneak peeks delivered within 48 hours.

*Limited to one family.

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Extended Family Portraits

✦ $750 for a 2 hr session at your chosen outdoor location during the golden hour or at your home

✦ Includes a complimentary preparation guide.

✦ Package features an online gallery with a guarantee of 70+ images for digital download, with no extra charges.

✦ Sneak peeks delivered within 48 hours.

*Capped at 5 families. Extra families will be an additional $100 per family

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 FROM AMAZING FAMILES

  • A woman and two young children sitting on a blanket outdoors during sunset, hugging and smiling.

    Amanda is so patient with our children, who can be hard to keep focused while getting photo's taken. Highly recommended Amanda's work

    TARA

  • A happy family of three standing outdoors at the beach, with a woman holding a young boy and a man standing beside them, all smiling at the camera.

    I’m in LOVE! I’m so glad I crossed paths - she definitely knew how to work her magic! She captured every moment to perfection.

    HARMONY

  • A woman with dark wavy hair wearing a purple sleeveless dress, standing outdoors in a forested area with two young girls, one in a floral dress with a pink bow in her hair, and the other in an orange dress, all smiling and hugging.

    I can’t thank Amanda enough! Great experience from start to finish. She perfectly captured my little family and brought it out in every photo!

    SAM

I CAN’T WAIT TO CONNECT.

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In a world where life moves so fast, a portrait photograph allows us to pause and reflect on the beauty and importance of the people and moments that matter most.