The positive psychology behind taking photos – and why it’s good for your kids to see them
We naturally delight in looking at photos that bring back positive memories. Aside from feeling warm and mushy inside, scientists have found that reminiscing over photos has positive effects on your brain. Who knew?! Here’s how you and your kids can get a mental boost.
Newborn baby photo shoot – savouring the special newborn moments
New mum Tamara was thinking ahead when she booked her newborn baby photo session. We wanted to capture all those sweet newborn details - the lips, the yawns, the tiny fingers and toes.
Best gifts for new parents
Are you or do you know some parents who are expecting? Chip in together on meaningful, beautiful and useful gifts for their newborn baby.
Tiredness hacks for new parents
Sleep? What’s that? Newborns and babies aren’t aware of staying asleep for 6 or 8 hours a night, when you need sleep. Here’s some hacks to look and feel more awake.
Activities for your pre and primary school kids | Manly
Has back-to-school been a whirlwind for you? No time to think about some fun stuff for your kids to do? Try out these local Northern Beaches kid’s activities now that they’re settled into the school routine.
LOCAL FAVOURITE: Bare Beauty House, Manly
Many women who book in for a photo session are worried about how they’re going to look in their photos. I believe it’s a wonderful way to boost your self-esteem.
Mid-year exercise reboot
Mid-Year Exercise Re-boot. Easy ways to add exercise back into your life and where to work out in the Northern Beaches. See the Journal on Little Manly Photography for ideas.
10 family-friendly, must-do outings this winter in the Northern Beaches
Family-friendly places to get outdoors in the Northern Beaches
Make the most of beautiful weather and beautiful outdoor nature spots with toddlers and older kids, in the Northern Beaches, Sydney
TWINS MAKE THEIR FAMILY PHOTOS TWICE AS GORGEOUS
One-year-old twins had fun on the beach during their family photo session. We caught up with mum Belinda after their session. What inspired you to book your photo session with Elena? Was it a special occasion?
Benefits of displaying family photos for kids
You’ve had your photos done, and they look great on the wall, but did you know there’s more to it than a lovely picture for kids?
Natural newborn baby photography and video at home | Sydney
Capturing moment now for memories in the future
Pregnancy photoshoot with big brother | Curl Curl Beach
When we were three…. The time before your next child comes along is special – you’ve been a family of three for a bit now and it’s lovely to capture that.
Bump and Baby family photos in the Northern Beaches
A baby and bump session with Talia’s older son and partner was the perfect way to celebrate the big and exciting life changes in her family.
Tips to feel confident on your family photo session
Here’s how to feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera – and enjoy the photo session experience with your family.
North Shore | Relaxed family photos at home
We’d done newborn photos for our son Evan, so we wanted to capture a moment in time for Thea becoming a part of our family too. However, with Covid and life generally being a little more complicated with two kids, we did it a bit later on this time. But it worked out better with Thea being a little older at 16 weeks - we were really able to capture her personality and her place in the family, not just a sleepy newborn.
Natural pregnancy and baby photos at the beach and home
I was looking for candid photos that are not posed and especially no posing or props for the baby. We wanted to have beautiful memories of this special time in our lives. When I saw the aesthetics of Elena's work, I knew I wanted to book her for both of my shoots.
Beach Family Photos
My wife wanted a newborn photo shoot for Leo...however life, and Covid got in the way. The shoot just didn't happen until he was one year old.
Candid Family Photos
Our natural lifestyle photos capture your family in a warm, fun, loving way - sleeping, cuddling, laughing, crying, we capture it all. Our photo sessions are relaxed, candid, and natural and we go with the flow of you and your baby, toddler or family.
Inner West | Family and Newborn Photography
We put our heart and love into creating beautiful, natural and real maternity, newborn and family photography to help you hold onto treasured memories of your family life at every stage of your life. We make families feel at ease and capture moments together that are real and look gorgeous, artistic and authentic.