Your family, your little world, your life
christchurch Family portrait photographer
A Photoshoot that truly captures your family
your FAMILY photoshoot
Shouldn't make you feel anxious
My goal during family sessions is simple — to capture you as a family. Your personalities, connections, quirks, and the unique ways you interact. I’m drawn to the real, unfiltered moments — the ones that truly tell your story. I want you to feel like I’m part of the experience with you, not simply an observer. To achieve this, I take as much of a "hands-off" approach as possible. I’ll gently guide you with prompts and cues to encourage natural interactions allowing you to be yourselves, to laugh, play, hug, and love on each other.
The more relaxed you are, the more magic we will create. With this approach, you will be able to genuinely enjoy hanging out with each other, soaking up the way your loved ones move, speak, talk and play. Let me take your family on an adventure, a visit to your favourite park or maybe even have your photoshoot at your own home or at the studio to create some beautiful artwork for your home and freeze those precious, raw and in between moments in time - before your little ones are no longer so little anymore.
furbabies
And of course, no one can forget your furriest member of the family. Well behaved furbabies are welcome to attend your photoshoot so that your family portraits are complete.
sibling
Heartfelt and super cute sibling shots, showcasing your children's connection to one another and all the little adventure they get up to. These are perfect for albums and frame walls to tell a story.
couple
Don't think for one moment that the love story that started it all gets left out, I'll always make sure to document the two of you and your connection to one another as well.
parent
Beautiful parent moments will be captured for you, documenting your connection to each your little ones and again, creating images you'll be excited to frame!
At family photoshoot I make sure to take beautiful individual portraits of each member of the family - giving you and your family the best range of images to choose from for your walls and albums.
individual
family
Candid and directed family photographs, to capture the love soaked gazes and fun little moments as well as that all time desired shot where everyone is smiling at the camera too.
Family Portraits should capture all the individual parts of your family, as well as your family as whole.
"Thank you so much lucy, for all your wonderful work!
We cannot recommend Lucy enough as our family photographer! Having her document such special moments has been an incredible experience. Since we were pregnant with Nicholas, our first son, right through to the arrival of our second son, Thomas, Lucy has been a wonderful presence in our lives.
Lucy is extremely professional and shows genuine care in her work. Her patience is admirable, especially in situations that can be challenging for a family with little ones. What truly captivates us is the magic she creates by capturing moments we never imagined.
The photos she has taken have turned into sweet memories that we will cherish forever. Lucy is not just a photographer; she is an artist who transforms simple moments into unforgettable memories. If you are looking for someone to immortalise your best moments, don't hesitate to choose Lucy!
- Maiara
family portraits
Lifestyle
Outdoor lifestyle family portraits are about capturing love, connection, and the little in-between moments - set against nature’s most beautiful backdrops. From golden sunsets to forest strolls, these sessions feel more like a memory than a photoshoot, with warm, candid images that tell your story just as it is - authentic, emotive, and full of heart.
STUDIO
Family Portraits
My Christchurch Photography Studio is the perfect option for families that don't want to brave the wind or weather -especially during those winter months where keeping little ones toes warm is extra important.
With a playroom and a nearby park, the studio is extremely suitable for both newborn photoshoots as well as maternity and family portraits.
Extended Family Photoshoots
Gathering generations together is something truly special — and what better way to celebrate those bonds than with a relaxed and meaningful extended family photoshoot? Based in Christchurch, I offer sessions designed to capture the love, laughter, and connection that make your family unique. Whether it's grandparents with their grandchildren, siblings reunited, or everyone in between, these sessions are about preserving the relationships that matter most. With a calm, organised approach and an eye for natural, candid moments, I’ll guide you through a fun and stress-free experience that results in timeless images your whole family will treasure.
Extended family photoshoots are for families where you wish to have multiple family units as well as grandparents, Get in touch today for a quote!
professional printing & online delivery
making it simple
Ordering stunning prints, frames, and albums is simple and stress-free with our online gallery. Once your photos are ready, you can browse, select, and customize your favorites from the comfort of your home. From elegant framed pieces to beautifully crafted albums, every option is designed to turn your cherished memories into lasting treasures.
The process
Get In Touch
Get in touch! I'll pop through the price guide for you to check out and we can chat about your plans for your photoshoot along with how it all works and when we should schedule in your photoshoot!
Secure Your Shoot
To book, a 25% deposit is required to secure your photoshoot in my calendar, we will choose a date for your photoshoot and I'll check in the week before your photoshoot to confirm if we need to look at rescheduling if the weather is wet.
Wardrobe & Planning
On the lead up to your photoshoot, I'll help you with choosing what to wear and how to prepare by providing my Family Prep Guide and What To Wear Guides. I'll also gather some information from you to help tailor your photoshoot to you.
Get Your Photos
After your photoshoot, I'll pick all the best images to showcase in your online gallery and for you to choose from. You can choose your favourite images to download up to the number included in your package and then, if you love even more of them - you can purchase extras after viewing them!
Additional Images
Once you've seen your gallery, you'll be able to purchase additional images or even upgrade to include the whole gallery of images! You'll have four weeks to choose any additional images before they are removed from your gallery, leaving just those you've purchased available to view.
Print Your Images
Once you've chosen your favourite images, you'll also have access to my favourite professional print labs, right from your online gallery! Simply add your images to cart to check out as loose prints, albums, canvas or even beautiful frame walls!
IT's a collaboration
FAQ
Love that nostaglic film feeling?
Me too, and we can absolutely incorporate film-inspired editing into your photoshoot for a soft, timeless look with nostalgic tones and a beautifully emotive finish.
Want help planning your wardrobe?
That's what I'm here for, to help guide you with what to wear to make your images into something you love and are proud to showcase in your home.
not sure on the location?
That is totally fine, together we will plan something incredible for your photoshoot, whether that's your home, the studio, your favourite skate park or even your favourite Summer beach!
Hate grain? Love grain?
That's ok! I'm here to make sure you love your images, if you preference is a clean edit without grain then that's what we will create but if you love that wistful grain look, I'm here for that too!
