hello, i'm jessie. im wife to my incredible husband, brad, of 10 years this year. we have 3 beautiful babies - eddie, ruthie and albert. we value family and relationships and although it seems like the days vanish right before us, we are always trying to make the most out of every single minute.
im a lover of fitness and sport and have finally started getting back into it now that we have finished having babies. im competitive right down to my core and love that feeling of being sore in a good way!
i taught brad to love coffee probably more than i do and my heart is happiest when we are together in the sunshine.
Hello there
I'm Jessie
welcome
above all, I am a daughter of the King. I serve a faithful God who created my innermost being and loves me unconditionally.
my beautiful mum introduced me to the world of photography and encouraged me to further my skills. i would assist her at weddings and watch her every move. she instilled in me a love of capturing fleeting moments and it very quickly became second nature to me when holding a camera.
im a primary school teacher and will always have a deep passion for the classroom. teaching and learning is embedded in my soul and i will always be drawn to it - simply in a different format now!
many aspects of my teaching career play a vital part in being a successful photographer. working with families and children has given me a little window of opportunity to put many of my skills to good use.
i would love to get to know you. connect with me and let me know what you're interested in and we can go from there!
jessie x
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
How long do your sessions go for?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Do you travel?
Do you have a studio?
Where are you located?
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
I live on the Central Coast just North of Sydney, Australia.
However I offer sessions from Sydney through to Anna Bay
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
Yes! I hold all my newborn sessions and also offer family, maternity and milestone sessions in my studio. It’s a brand new space located in Toukley, with more than enough room to make you feel right at home. I have a kitchenette with complimentary refreshments, and of course coffee!
There's a play area for the toddlers to keep them happy and a lounge area for you to relax.
It's also home to my client closet. Everything is organised and hanging for you to browse and together we can plan and style your family for your session. There's also a bathroom for your needs. I have thought of everything and provided it - from hair care, to underwear... it's all available and there to make your session a breeze!
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
Yes! I offer maternity and family sessions in certain areas of Sydney (Rouse Hill, The Hawkesbury or the Northern Beaches). I also travel to Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. These locations do however have a small travel fee. If there's a special request (especially for weddings) on a certain location that's quite far away, I'm definitely able to travel! Just contact me and let me know what you're looking for.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
Oh this excites me! I have carefully selected the outfits I have purchased and offer them all in a range of sizes. I have some that are high-end, handmade gowns and I also have some that are from sweet little boutique stores. All are chosen with different shapes and sizes in mind and work to flatter all body types.
My client closet is available for everyone to use for their sessions. You receive a complimentary, half hour, styling appointment with all bookings in my studio - So together we can chat it through and plan your families outfits. Once you’ve selected the items you’d like to use, I bring them along to your session and take them back with me afterwards and have them all cleaned ready for the next client.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
This is called ‘golden hour’ and it’s simply because the light is so soft and golden right before the sun sets. It casts beautiful creamy tones rather than harsh white light, and is much more suited to portrait photography and making you look your best!
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
No. Offering my unedited images is giving you only half of my product. I have a high standard that each image must meet, and if it does not meet that criteria, it is removed. If there’s more images I love and know you will like, I will include them. I do not however send you a gallery to choose which ones you’d like, I just include them all for you.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
If either you, your partner or your children are unwell and you cannot attend your session, we will reschedule to another week once everyone is healthy and well. Especially since Covid, it is very important to stay home if you are feeling unwell, and to let me know.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
Your contract will state this, but the turnaround timeframe is a max of 4 weeks. You'll receive an email with a link to view and download your entire gallery.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
I have recently made this decision, and it is purely based on maintaining consistency in my work. I want to ensure you are guaranteed to receive what you see in my posts and advertising. Choosing to no longer offer in home sessions has allowed me to have complete control over lighting and the space in which I use.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
This varies for each session. Sunset sessions go for around an hour, sometimes a little longer once we’ve met and walked to the desired location etc. Studio sessions are booked for 1.5-2 hours and are scheduled from 11.30am-3pm on weekends as this is optimal lighting.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
Not a problem at all! There’s no such thing in my books. My style is a mix of lifestyle and posed. So you’ll hear me giving you explicit instructions but other times I’ll give you a prompt or something to do that will give us those candid, cute moments that just happen.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
I’ll always touch base with you if the weather forecast isn’t favourable. Sometimes it clears later in the day, but in the case of having to postpone, we will just reschedule to another date that suits.
Where are you located?
Do you have a studio?
Do you travel?
Do you have a client closet, how does it work?
Why are your family sessions always at sunset?
Do we get any of the unedited images?
My kids are sick, what do we do?
We just had our session, when can we expect to receive our gallery?
Why do you only offer studio sessions for newborns?
How long do your sessions go for?
We are so awkward posing for photos. Does that matter?
WHAT IF THE WEATHER TURNS AND THE SESSION CAN’T GO AHEAD?
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
Yes! Most definitely. You’ve invested in beautiful family photos, so make the most of it and pamper yourself. You’re not going to look back at your images and wish you didn’t have your hair and makeup done.
I have partnered with the wonderful Kim, who offers a package for both hair and makeup, for $200
You have the option of either attending her salon in Terrigal or have her come to your home. There's an option during my booking process to select her package if you wish to.
