You are My Wild - North Brisbane Family Photographer

"I am your parent;

you are my child. 

I am your quiet place;

you are my wild." 

- Maryann K. Cusimano

One of my favourite books when my children were younger was "You Are My I Love You" by Maryann K. Cusimano. I urge you to read it if you have the chance, especially if you have little ones. It sums up so well, what everyday parenting is like and I often think of it during family photography sessions. They are such a wonderful mix of chaos and quiet endearing moments.  Of random acts of silliness and heartwarming squeezes (that sometimes feel like squashes). Each and every session completely unique and I think that's why I love them so so much. 

Embrace - North Brisbane Family Photographer

Photographing until the very last drop of light because the kids were enjoying being together so much. Taking the time to pause and embrace each other right now, just the way they are. Things change so soon. Thank you for placing your trust in me guys, it's an afternoon I will always treasure. You are wonderful and are raising two tremendous kids x  Here's the short, short version. Was so hard to choose what to leave out. 

Please take the time to visit beautiful Kell's website. She's an incredible newborn and maternity photographer. If you'd like an outdoor family session with myself in North Brisbane and surrounds, there are still just a few places left before Christmas. You can visit www.xanthephotography.com for more details or email me (Mandii) at xanthephotography@bigpond.com 

Golden Hour - North Brisbane Family Photography

What a wonderful keepsake from their family holiday- 

photographs taken in the beautiful golden light of a Brisbane afternoon.

Collecting moments.. not things. So precious. 

If you are visiting Brisbane and would like an afternoon outdoor session with myself please email me (Mandii) xanthephotography@bigpond.com I still have availability in November and December this year. 

Motherhood- North Brisbane Family Photography

As I was taking the last frames from this session, she squeezed her babies and said.. "oh this here.. this is what I want to always remember." 

It wasn't perfect guys.. the boys were well over it all and there were more than a few midgees around biting us. However, even in that moment this beautiful mumma understood the importance of the photos we were taking. She felt it. Those little fingers curled around her neck and the feel of their little cheeks and hair against her face. It will never be perfect guys.. but it's always beautiful. That's motherhood. 

If you'd like your own imperfect photography session with me in North Brisbane or the surrounding area you can email me at xanthephotography@bigpond.com or visit www.xanthephotography.com for more information