The quiet beauty of family life, honestly captured in the place you love most — your home.
By Amy Oliver
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There’s something incredibly special about capturing life at home. It’s not just about the backdrop; it’s about your family’s heartbeat. Your messy kitchen, the toys scattered across the floor, the impromptu dance party in the living room—these are the moments that make your family uniquely yours.
In-home family photography lets me come to you—your sanctuary. The place where your kids are most comfortable. Where you can cuddle on the couch without feeling like you need to “perform” for the camera. We’ll document what real life looks like, no perfection required.
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Before your session, we’ll have a quick chat—WhatsApp, email, or a phone call, whatever works for you. I’ll also send through a short, simple questionnaire so I can get to know your family a little better and understand what moments really matter to you. No long, formal interviews, just a few fun, thoughtful questions to make sure your session feels natural, relaxed, and totally you.
I come to you, camera in hand, ready to enjoy your family just as you are—mess, quirks, chaos, and all. We’ll hang out, let the kids lead the way, and I’ll capture all the little moments that make your family, well… yours. No pressure, no awkward posing, completely judgment-free, just real life unfolding beautifully.
Within 14 days, you’ll get a private gallery of your session. No upsells, no hidden extras—just your family, exactly as you are. It’s one of my favorite parts: knowing families are huddled together, scrolling through the images, and quietly marveling that all those ordinary, chaotic, messy little moments… actually look like this. Like love, captured in pixels.
If you’re looking for photos where everyone’s perfectly posed in matching outfits with the same polite smile, I’m probably not your photographer. But if you want photos of your kids being real—you know, mid-tumble on the couch, bursting into giggles over absolutely nothing, or staring at you with that look that says, “I run this house”—then I’m definitely your person.
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You don’t need to pretend you’ve got it all together. You can stay in your pajamas, I don’t care. Your house is where the real moments happen, and that’s where I want to be. Let’s make it feel as normal as a Sunday morning coffee. We’ll just let the moments unfold naturally.
The way your toddler’s hand wraps around your finger in that sweet, innocent trust. The tired but proud look on your face after you finally wrangle the kids into a photo that isn’t a blur. I live for these moments. These details tell the real story of your family, and I want to make sure you’ve got them for years to come.
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I photograph Melbourne families right in their own homes — capturing the beautiful, everyday chaos and the quiet, tender moments you’ll want to remember forever.
I know these early days can feel overwhelming, so my sessions are always gentle, unhurried, and baby-led — there’s even time for a cuppa if you need it.
I believe photography should feel effortless — from booking to gallery delivery. That’s why I’ve kept things simple: one flat fee, all the best images, and no hidden costs. And when it comes to your memories? You shouldn’t have to choose. Every moment matters — they’re all yours.
What's Included?
Whether it’s a newborn snuggled on your couch, a barefoot toddler by the beach, or a full extended family gathering — every session is the same relaxed experience, priced simply and transparently.
Travel fee applies for sessions more than 40km from Melbourne CBD.
A $300 deposit secures your session, with the balance due 2 days before your shoot. No surprises. No complicated add-ons. Just relaxed, full-service photography — start to finish.
✔️ All the best images (minimum 80, fully edited, high + web res)
✔️ 1–2 hour session at home or outdoors
✔️ Private online gallery
✔️ Keepsake slideshow
✔️ $100 print & framing credit
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I'm based in Blackburn in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne, Australia but I travel all over Victoria for my clients. Occasionally I travel interstate so don't hesitate to ask if you're keen for a session!
Long enough to catch the good stuff, short enough to avoid meltdown city. Usually 90 minutes, which gives us time to hang out, chase the kids, steal a giggle, and capture all the little moments that actually matter.
That’s normal! Honestly. I hear “they’re not usually like this!” all the time. The best thing you can do is stay relaxed and let me lead. I’ve got gentle tricks, patience, and zero expectations for perfection.
No. Your home is about your family, not Pinterest perfection. I actually love capturing life as it really is! Mess, toys, and all the little imperfections? They make the photos real, honest, and yours. A quick tidy is the most you'll need to do- no deep cleaning required!
Choosing what to wear for your session can feel like a big deal. But honestly? Just wear what feels like you. These photos will live on your walls for years—let’s make sure you recognise yourself in them. Once you've booked in I'll send you a little 'Getting Ready Guide' that will be helpful.
Within 14 days, your private gallery lands in your inbox. No upsells, no hidden extras—just your family, captured as they really are, ready for you to scroll through, laugh at, and marvel that your everyday love actually looks this good.
Easy. Shoot me a quick email or WhatsApp, and I’ll send your personal booking portal with everything you need in one spot. You’ll also get my 'Getting Ready for Your Shoot Guide,' so you can ditch the stress and actually enjoy the day—cups of coffee, giggles, cuddles, chaos and all!
Absolutely. If they’re part of your family, they’re part of the session—dogs who insist on stealing the spotlight, cats who completely ignore us, even the turtle that moves at its own pace- chaos is a sure bet and it's so welcome!
I haven't been in a home I couldn't photograph in- yet! You’d be amazed what we can do with one good window. I’ll find the best light and gently guide you — my superpower is being able to go into anyones home and make magic!
No worries. Since we’re in your home, the weather can’t touch us. And if we’re venturing outdoors too, we’ll just pivot—sometimes the best shots happen after a little puddle-jumping adventure anyway.
Absolutely. Backyards, front yards, terraces, apartment balconies, even the street out front—if it feels like home to you, we can make it part of the shoot. And don’t worry about perfectly manicured gardens or Pinterest-level lawns—honest, messy, lived-in spaces make for great, honest images!
I know life is hectic- socks disappearing, lunchboxes exploding, and someone insisting they cannot wear shoes today—so booking has to be ridiculously easy. Just shoot me a quick email or WhatsApp, and I’ll send you a link to your personal booking portal. Everything you need is in one spot, no hunting around, no extra stress.
To make things even smoother, I include my 'Getting Ready for Your Shoot' guide. It’s full of tips to take the overwhelm off shoot day, so you can actually enjoy it—laugh, play, hug, spill a cup of milk if you need to—and I’ll capture the magic while it’s happening. No pressure, no perfect poses, just real life (the kind you actually want to remember).
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Whether you're married, divorced, a same-sex couple, navigating additional needs, neurodiversity, dealing with loss, or just the loudest, craziest family on the planet, I'm here for it! Every family, in all its beautiful forms, deserves to be documented.
If you don’t adore your images, I’ll either come back and capture your family again—or return every single cent you’ve paid. That’s my way of saying: your memories matter more to me than anything else (and I'm also super confident in my ability to make magic for you)!
CLICK HERE to peek at the fine print of this guarantee—though honestly, I’d rather you focus on the good stuff: the laughs, the cuddles, and those tiny moments that make your family yours.
