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Most of the time photographers are being hired for big moments. Weddings, a new baby, a birthday. And of course that is super important and should be documented. But what is way more important to me are alllll the little moments that make up your life. The in between moments. The little routines and traditions that we all have. These little snippets will transport you back to this point in time immediately.

They will make you feel all the good feels. (And the rough ones, because life is messy.) You want a reflection of your beautifully imperfect life, not a production of someone else’s idea of it. I will turn your "normal" into something you will look back on with love and a smile on your face. In my family photography session you can expect a 80/20 ratio of candid shots to smiling at the camera portraits. The perfect combo!

SESSIONS

I have made everything super easy for you. From booking to gallery delivery, everything is digital and uncomplicated. You have the choice of three packages. If you are interested in a custom package like vacation documentation or a full "Day in the Life", I’d love to chat.

All sessions already include a certain amount of digital files but you can purchase more than that. For detailed information and pricing please shoot me an email!

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MINIMINI

Perfect for when you like it simple & easy, a session takes about 45 minutes. Great for milestone, birthdays and newborn session. Currently only available on South Lantau.


+ 10 high res images included
+ 50+ edited images to choose from
+ private online gallery to view & share

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MIDI

90minutes are perfect for in-home & lifestyle session in the comfort of your own home or your favourite space. Also great for documenting life events.


+ 20 high res images included
+ 80 or more edited images to choose from
+ private online gallery to view & share
+ discount on album print

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MAXI

The real deal. Three hours with your family. You’ll get extraordinary images of your ordinary life. Of little moments that will become big memories.


+ all (100+) edited high res images
+ private online gallery to view & share
+ album design included
+ discount on album print

Photo Albums

Custom Made & High Quality

Let’s get real here. This is for busy people who kinda know they'll probably never get around to creating an actual album. Investing in one ensures the digitals are not just sitting on some hard drive. This album isn't for yourself only, it will become a cherished gift for your kids when they are grown ups.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION

Where and when will the session take place?

ANSWER

Where is totally up to you! You favourite place is your home? Everyone loves the beach and climbing some rocks? Whatever works best for your family is where we take your photos. Time wise it depends on where the session is taking place. Outside would be within 2 hours of sunset/sunrise. For in-home, let’s talk about when the light is best in your home.

QUESTION

What should we wear?

ANSWER

No matching please. Some colour coordination is great but everyone wearing the same outfit is not ideal. Wear something that feels like you and makes you feel good. I do love pops of colour, my favourites are warm orangey reds, mustard yellows and faded blues. Also no wild patterns and no large logos, they will distract from everything else.

QUESTION

How can I prepare my kids for the shoot?

ANSWER

I often tell parents to show the kids my instagram account to see I’m a mum. Show them my website. Let them pick an outfit you both love. Ask them if they want a photo of something that means a lot to them. Let them bring their favourite toy. If they are being involved in the process they will enjoy it a lot more.

QUESTION

Can I order prints and albums through you?

ANSWER

Yes you can. The last two decades I worked as a graphic designer so I’m more than happy to take that album design out of your hands and off your to do list. Prints in all forms and sizes, from calendars and gallery boards to canvases, everything can be ordered directly from your gallery. Super easy.

QUESTION

What if my kids won’t cooperate?

ANSWER

Don’t worry at all. We’ll get that family portrait of the family you are, and with them in it as they are. Making sure the kids are fed and not stressed by other events that day usually is enough. Don’t threaten them, but we might use a little bribe here and there ;)

QUESTION

Are you shooting digital or film?

ANSWER

I shoot both. For mini sessions it will be digital only. Everything else will be a mix. I love the look and feel of analog film, the process of taking more time to frame a picture and being more intentional about it. To me it’s the medium of memories.

QUESTION

Do you also do family videos?

ANSWER

I’m more than happy to discuss that with you. I have a strong background in documenting art events and have been creating many vacation videos for friends and family. Let me know if this is something you are interested in!

QUESTION

Would you travel to take our family photos?

ANSWER

Yes for sure! Just let me know when you would want me and where and we’ll see if we can work something out. I'm regularly in Germany for extended periods, travel to Bali once a year (and it's a short flight from HK) and would love to spend more time in my 3rd home Australia.

QUESTION

I’m not sure if the documentary, candid style is for me or if we want just posed family photos.

ANSWER

How about we mix it up a little then? We can get a few of the classic “everyone look at the camera and smile” shots and then see what happens. The feedback I often get is that the classics are nice and grandma is happy about her framed shot etc etc, but that the others are the ones that make everyone happy to look at over and over again.

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