There is something so lovely about photographing families in the late afternoon, when the light softens, the grass turns golden and the kids have plenty of space to explore.
This beautiful Cairns family photography session was a little bit of everything I love about photographing families. Three energetic older siblings, a gorgeous new baby, plenty of cuddles and those little in-between moments that tell the story of family life.
Family Photos That Let Kids Be Kids
One of my favourite things about outdoor family photography sessions is giving children the freedom to be themselves.
Rather than expecting everyone to sit still and smile at the camera for the entire session, I love creating opportunities for children to run, play, cuddle their parents and simply enjoy being together.
For this family, that meant piggyback rides through the long grass, little adventures between photographs and plenty of opportunities to capture the children’s individual personalities.
Of course, we still made time for those beautiful family portraits with everyone together. I think there’s something really special about having a mixture of timeless photographs for the walls and playful, candid moments that remind you exactly what this season of life felt like.
Including a Newborn in Your Outdoor Family Photos
With a new baby joining the family, this session was also a beautiful opportunity to document their newest little family member alongside their older siblings.
Although I generally recommend in-home or studio sessions for newborn photography in Cairns, outdoor family sessions can be a lovely option when parents feel comfortable and the conditions are suitable for their baby.
I particularly love the photographs of Mum and Dad cuddling their little one together. Those tiny details, the way they hold their baby and the quiet moments between them are such a beautiful contrast to all the energy and excitement of photographing the older children.
It’s a reminder that family photographs don’t always have to fit neatly into one category. Sometimes a session can be about welcoming a new baby while also celebrating the family you’ve already created.
Relaxed Family Photography in Cairns
My approach to family photography is simple. I want your photographs to feel like you.
That means making time for the traditional family portraits, but also leaving plenty of room for the moments that happen naturally.
Whether we’re photographing your family at the beach, in a beautiful grassy field or in the comfort of your own home, the connection between you is always more important to me than the location.
Because years from now, it’s not just how everyone looked that you’ll want to remember. It’s how little they were, the way they cuddled into you and all those beautiful little personalities.
Planning Your Own Cairns Family Photography Session?
I’m Lizzy, a family, newborn and maternity photographer photographing families throughout Cairns, the Northern Beaches and Port Douglas.
Whether you’re welcoming a new baby, updating your family photographs or simply wanting to capture this season before the children grow another little bit, I’d love to help you create photographs that feel natural, relaxed and true to your family.
Explore my Cairns family photography sessions or get in touch to start planning your own.
