Let's have FUN! | Emma Pender Photography
Melbourne Family Photographer
Just before Christmas, I had the pleasure of photographing Sasha and her extended family. As she lives away, she thought Christmas time would be perfect for a family session! We had so much fun! Their little kids loved exploring the area, which makes for beautiful photos of them being natural and doing what they love to do. This is what I enjoy about family sessions, letting children be free while I chase them around with my camera :)
Clare's Maternity Session | Emma Pender Photography
Clare's Maternity Session | Melbourne Maternity pHOTOGRAPHER
Back in December, I got to photograph my big sis who was pregnant with her first little bubba! We traveled out to a beautiful place near Seymour, how pretty are these hills in the distance? She seriously looks so amazing for 38 weeks pregnant!
Melbourne Family Photographer | Emma Pender Photography
Melbourne Best Family Photographer
This session was so much fun with Nadia, Goran and the boys! They are also photographers at @shutterviewphotography.com.au It really is a privilege when someone from the same industry asks you to photograph their family 😍
I just love photographing families! My aim is to capture the tender moments between loved ones 🥰 And when you have the sweetest people, beautiful location and light…it’s just magic!
Welcoming a new baby into the family | Emma Pender Photography
Time is such a thief
What I would do to have photos like this with my two little ones?! photos that show just how loved and small baby once was. Welcoming a new baby into the family is the most amazing experience and we need to document these special moments before they are distant memories. Time is such a thief
What to expect at a maternity session? | Emma Pender Photography
What to expect at a maternity session?
Maternity sessions will me are aimed to be enjoyable, relaxed, with no stress what so ever! I don’t expect anyone to know what do in front of the camera and not everyone enjoys having their photo taken. But I’m there to help ease you through each step.
Are children and partners included in the session?
Yes definitely!! I thoroughly encourage that they are in the photos so that when baby is old enough, they’ll be able to see this special moment before they entered the world.
When should you do the session?
I recommend doing the session at around 30-34 weeks of pregnancy, while your tummy is nice and round, but before it becomes more painful and tiring, closer to your due date.
Maternity sessions are held every day of the week, towards sunset time, at a quiet location in Sunbury or Macedon Ranges.
3 Reasons Why You Should Take Maternity Photos | Emma Pender Photography
Why every mumma to be should do a maternity photo shoot
1. To relive what it was like to be pregnant
Everyone tells you, that once your baby is born, the time flies away and what seemed like an eternity of being pregnant; will be a distant memory. Capturing the moment in a maternity session is a beautiful way of being able to look back in years to come and remember those gorgeous little kicks that you once felt.
2. Have an reason to get all dolled up
I think we’d be lying if we said that pregnancy makes you feel absolutely glamorous. I still haven’t forgotten about the constant reflux…yuck! But I was determined to get dressed up with my daughter and have our maternity photos and I’m so glad I did. A lot of time you may feel like wearing the most comfortable clothing that you own but a maternity session is a perfect excuse to get your hair and make up done and look stunning. If you don’t have a dress of your own that you’d like to wear; don’t worry as we have a large variety of gowns for you to choose from. . A maternity session allows you to appreciate your beauty and strength and to remind yourself of how absolutely stunning you are.
3. Capturing the journey with your partner
One of the most asked questions that I receive is ‘Can my partner be in the photos?’ and the answer is ‘OF COURSE’! They are hugely encouraged to come along to the maternity session as some of the most gorgeous photos are of the little interactions between the couple. Whether it’s your first, second or third pregnancy, being present in the photos is a special way of capturing the change in your relationship and the anticipation of parenthood.
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Introducing Family Sessions and Mummy n Me sessions
After doing so many maternity sessions out in the beautiful hills around Sunbury, we decided to start offering Family and Mummy n Me sessions to our repertoire.
Lets be honest, we all worry about how our children are going to behave during a photoshoot! That’s why we aim to photograph more natural shots and capture their personality, rather than posing them.
Here’s a couple of tips though that can help get the best photos of your little ones :)
Plan on doing something enjoyable after the session
As a reward, it can be a good idea to plan on doing something enjoyable after the session such as going to the playground, getting pizza or ice cream. Something that will will look forward to after the session has finished.
Let them shine
Children feed of our energy so it’s best to try to be as positive as possible prior and during the session. Let them relax and show their natural personality, while we capture the moment. Letting children be themselves, will keep them engaged for longer during the session.
Talk to them aboutt what to expect
Children will do best if they know what to expect. Talking to them about how they are going to meet with a photographer at a park, how long it will take, how important it is to have photos of the family all together, will help your child be in the right mindset.
