Portrait Refresh Sessions

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Fresh family photos in just 15 minutes.

Portrait Refresh Sessions are short, fun and relaxed family photography sessions designed for busy families who want beautiful, up-to-date photos without committing to a full-length photoshoot.

These sessions are offered approximately twice each month and each session features a different location, season, theme or backdrop. From golden-hour beach sessions to autumn leaves, country settings, wildflowers or coastal landscapes, every Portrait Refresh offers something a little different.

Because these are mini sessions, availability is limited and bookings often fill quickly.

What to Expect

My goal is to make everyone feel comfortable and relaxed, especially children. There is no pressure for perfect behaviour or forced smiles.

During your 15-minute session, I’ll work quickly to capture a wide variety of images, including:

  • Natural family interactions
  • Genuine smiles and laughter
  • Individual portraits
  • Sibling photos
  • Couple photos (where applicable)
  • A selection of lightly guided and naturally candid images

This combination of gentle posing and natural moments ensures you receive a gallery with plenty of variety.

Investment

$150

  • 15-minute session for 5 people maximum
  • Your choice of 10 professionally edited digital images with choice to upgrade to the full gallery for only $50 extra

$200

  • 15-minute session for 5 people maximum
  • Your complete edited gallery
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Session Times

Portrait Refresh Sessions are typically held on Saturday afternoons.

A Sunday reserve date is held for weather postponements if required.

Perfect For

  • Families
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Maternity
  • Grandparents with grandchildren
  • Anyone wanting updated portraits without a full session

Spaces are limited for each Portrait Refresh event, so early booking is recommended.

Book Here

Choose the location and date that suits you below. If you’d like to purchase the full gallery, you can add it to your booking now, or decide to purchase it later after you’ve seen your images.

At the moment we have the following locations and dates:

Saturday 11 July 2-4pm at Nunweek Park

Saturday 25 July 2-4pm at Nunweek Park

Saturday 29 August 10am-12pm and 2-4pm at the Daffodil lawn, Botanic Gardens

Saturday 5 September 10am-12pm and 2-4pm at the Daffodil lawn, Botanic Gardens