Why get family photos?
Why you should get family photos done (and stop making excuses)
My mum always said she would get family photos done, but there were always the same excuses:
I need to lose 10 kilos first
We just don't have the time as life is so crazy busy
We'll get them done when you kids don't have gaps in your teeth, or when your brother's braces come off
When I can talk your father into it, as you know how much he hates having his photo taken
We'll need to save some money, as things are a little tight at the moment
But unfortunately, all those things got in the way and it just never happened.
In 2011 my dad had a heart attack and suddenly he was gone forever. Now it was too late.
I would give anything to go back and take an hour out of our busy schedules to capture those photos with him.
I would love just one photo that captures the amazing friendship my dad and I had. The incredible granddad he was to my kids. How much my mum and dad still loved each other after 49 years of marriage.
Those memories are in my mind, but I would give anything to have that captured in a photo that I could look at every day.
My Dad and I
The purpose behind über photography
This is the purpose behind the über photography brand, to make sure every child has a photo with their parents to treasure as time goes on.
I understand it's hard to find the time to take that important photo of your family. I photograph families in a relaxed, natural way that tells the true story of your family, unlike those awkwardly posed family photos with false smiles.
I photograph everyone from newborns to teenagers to extended families, so no matter what stage your family is at, I can capture that time in your lives for you.
Imagine having beautiful family photos you will proudly hang on your wall, that capture real moments with your kids that you can share and treasure forever.
My own family photos
When I lost my dad I made a decision that I never wanted my kids to not have photos with me, so I've hired a photographer every year since.
I hate having my photo taken, and I used to make every excuse:
I'll lose some weight first. My kids have never once mentioned my weight in photos.
Running a business and having 3 kids doesn't leave much spare time. But I just block it on the calendar now and make it happen.
We've had kids with braces and missing teeth. But I think that is part of my family's story and they are actually some of my favourite photos.
As a photographer, I don't enjoy being on the other side of the camera. But I know in my heart that it's more important to capture those memories than to worry about an hour of feeling uncomfortable.
Like all parents, sometimes the bills all seem to come in spurts and money can be tight. But when you really understand how important it is, you always seem to find the money when you need it.
This is my family's journey.
How I make updating your photos as easy as possible:
My online booking system makes it easy to find a time to suit your family. I'll send you my online calendar which shows all my availability for the next 6 months, so you can sit down with your family and find a time that suits everyone. I know if you're a busy family there are sports and activities to work around, so I make it easy to find a time.
My beautifully designed studio means that no matter what the weather is, your session can go ahead. I have ducted air conditioning so that on a hot day everyone stays cool during your session. No one wants to be sweating away during their session. In winter and for newborn sessions, I can pump up the heating so the studio is cosy, warm and comfortable.
My information guide makes picking your outfits for your session easy. I understand every mum's first thought is "what on earth are we going to wear?" So I have a custom guide that makes it simple and easy to choose outfits for the whole family.
My simple pricing structure makes it easy to understand the costs. I'll give you every cost upfront. I believe in total transparency with pricing. I understand that every family is in a different place with their budget, so I have a range of options to suit every budget. I take the time to sit down with you and work out the option that suits your family best.
My in-person ordering session where I take the time to find the right size photos to suit your home. At the end of your session I'll make a time for you to come back into the studio to view and order your photos. I'll show you your photos on a large screen and help you pick your favourites.
My easy payment plan options so that if the budget is a bit tight, you can still order exactly what you'd like but have a way to pay it off easily over a period of time to suit you.
My in-house framing service. Once you've decided on your favourite images, I can help you choose which frames work best for your home and your photos. I arrange custom framing for you, so all you need to do is take your gorgeous framed print home and get it hung on the wall. I can even recommend someone to do that for you, if your husband isn't too handy with that.