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HEALTH & FITNESS PHOTOGRAPHY

Health, Fitness & Couple Blogs
Christy & Tim: Proof that dedication has no age limit & the spark only gets brighter!
Christy & Tim: Proof that dedication has no age limit & the spark only gets brighter!
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The 5 Words our Clients use to Describe how we make Them feel….
The 5 Words our Clients use to Describe how we make Them feel….
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You Don’t Need to Wait for “Ready”: Breaking the Perfect-Body Myth Before Your photoShoot
You Don’t Need to Wait for “Ready”: Breaking the Perfect-Body Myth Before Your photoShoot
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We Never Wait to Be Asked: The Things We Handle in your photoshoot Before You Even Notice
We Never Wait to Be Asked: The Things We Handle in your photoshoot Before You Even Notice
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5 Ways We Make You Feel Unstoppable: A Guide to the Life Portraits Photography Experience
5 Ways We Make You Feel Unstoppable: A Guide to the Life Portraits Photography Experience
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Why Professional Hair & Makeup is a MUST have for your Photoshoot
Why Professional Hair & Makeup is a MUST have for your Photoshoot
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How to Plan Your Dream Photoshoot: A Step-by-Step Guide (Without the Nerves)
How to Plan Your Dream Photoshoot: A Step-by-Step Guide (Without the Nerves)
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Gym Fitness Photoshoots: How they're the best location to capture your physique
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How to Prepare for Your Photoshoot: Tips from International Model & New Life Portraits Employee Colly!
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The Life Portraits Photoshoot Experience: The Process from Enquiry to Post Photoshoot
The Life Portraits Photoshoot Experience: The Process from Enquiry to Post Photoshoot
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A Guide to a Successful Male Fitness Photoshoot Experience
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Frequently Asked Questions of Fitness, Health & Boudoir Photoshoots: Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
Frequently Asked Questions of Fitness, Health & Boudoir Photoshoots: Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
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4 Stunning Couples Photography Themes: Gym, Studio, Nude, Lifestyle & Storytelling
4 Stunning Couples Photography Themes: Gym, Studio, Nude, Lifestyle & Storytelling
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Create Beautiful Artwork with your Images: Brisbane Health & Fitness, Boudoir, Family & Wedding Photography
Create Beautiful Artwork with your Images: Brisbane Health & Fitness, Boudoir, Family & Wedding Photography
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Ladies, Feel Empowered, Beautiful and Sexy with a Boudoir Photography Session: Brisbane Boudoir & Glamour Photography
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Behind the Scenes on a Fitness & Branding Studio Day: Brisbane Fitness Photography | Brisbane Health, Fitness, Boudoir & Branding Photography
Behind the Scenes on a Fitness & Branding Studio Day: Brisbane Fitness Photography | Brisbane Health, Fitness, Boudoir & Branding Photography
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Empowering woman to love their bodies! BTS Vlog on tips & tricks for your first fitness photoshoot...
Empowering woman to love their bodies! BTS Vlog on tips & tricks for your first fitness photoshoot...
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7 tips to Nailing your First Fitness Photoshoot - Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
7 tips to Nailing your First Fitness Photoshoot - Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
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The Inspiring Weight Loss Transformation Stories, from REAL Women! Brisbane Fitness, Boudoir & Lifestyle Photography
The Inspiring Weight Loss Transformation Stories, from REAL Women! Brisbane Fitness, Boudoir & Lifestyle Photography
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Capturing the Beauty & Motion of a Dancer: Brisbane Health & Fitness Photography
Capturing the Beauty & Motion of a Dancer: Brisbane Health & Fitness Photography
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A Fitness Goal Can Change Your Life, No Matter What Age! Brisbane Fitness Photography
A Fitness Goal Can Change Your Life, No Matter What Age! Brisbane Fitness Photography
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The Elegant & Graceful Bodybuilder: Brisbane Fitness Photographer
The Elegant & Graceful Bodybuilder: Brisbane Fitness Photographer
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Age is no barrier in fitness: 46 year old Lynn celebrates reaching her health goal with a photoshoot
Age is no barrier in fitness: 46 year old Lynn celebrates reaching her health goal with a photoshoot
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From Embracing the Beach to Urban Colour Pop: Brisbane Fitness Photography
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Dapper Man to Tattooed Edgy Individual: Brisbane Fitness & Fashion Photography
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Why invest in a fitness photoshoot? Brisbane Fitness & Weight Loss Transformation Photography
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Channelling a personality into a photoshoot: Brisbane Fitness Photography
Channelling a personality into a photoshoot: Brisbane Fitness Photography
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Documenting a 1 Year Old's Cake Smash: Priceless expressions of ripping open a cake...
Documenting a 1 Year Old's Cake Smash: Priceless expressions of ripping open a cake...
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A Very Successful Creative Collaboration: Brisbane Fitness, Glamour & Boudoir Photography
A Very Successful Creative Collaboration: Brisbane Fitness, Glamour & Boudoir Photography
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The Raw Emotion of a Bodybuilders Competition Day
The Raw Emotion of a Bodybuilders Competition Day
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Branding & LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY

Commercial & Branding Blogs
5 Ideas to Elevate Your Next Branding Photoshoot
5 Ideas to Elevate Your Next Branding Photoshoot
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A Day in the Life of a Commercial Photographer: Emerald Developments' Team Headshot Day
A Day in the Life of a Commercial Photographer: Emerald Developments' Team Headshot Day
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Billy Dawson Architects: Translating Design Intent Into Visual Assets
Billy Dawson Architects: Translating Design Intent Into Visual Assets
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We Don't Just Take Pictures. We Build Visual Authority: 5 Ways Life Portraits Powers Your Brand
We Don't Just Take Pictures. We Build Visual Authority: 5 Ways Life Portraits Powers Your Brand
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Engineering & Construction Photography: Gerogiou Group's Bolivia Hill Bridge BUILD
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Scroll stopping Content Photography for Cafes & Restaurants: featuring Wolff coffee, brisbane
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Daylight to Twilight Architectural photography & how it creates the atmosphere of home.
Daylight to Twilight Architectural photography & how it creates the atmosphere of home.
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How to Plan a Branding Photoshoot: Outfits, Props & Mood Boards for standout Branding Photography
How to Plan a Branding Photoshoot: Outfits, Props & Mood Boards for standout Branding Photography
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Documenting the ‘Day in the Life of a Doctor’: MACKAY NG GyneHealth
Documenting the ‘Day in the Life of a Doctor’: MACKAY NG GyneHealth
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When PR Calls: Capturing Press-Ready Branding Imagery in 30 Minutes for Mimi Haircare
When PR Calls: Capturing Press-Ready Branding Imagery in 30 Minutes for Mimi Haircare
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Evolving a Brand Over 5 Years: Creative Concept BRANDING Photography with Pearly Sprinkles form Zumbos just desserts
Evolving a Brand Over 5 Years: Creative Concept BRANDING Photography with Pearly Sprinkles form Zumbos just desserts
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15 Years, 1,000+ Stories: How Expert Direction Transforms Brand Imagery
15 Years, 1,000+ Stories: How Expert Direction Transforms Brand Imagery
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Stop the Social Media Scramble with a photo & video subscription: How Obsessed Gymwear Fueled Their Marketing with our Content Accelerator
Stop the Social Media Scramble with a photo & video subscription: How Obsessed Gymwear Fueled Their Marketing with our Content Accelerator
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Launching a Podcast? Why You Need Main Character Energy for Your Marketing Imagery - Featuring the EmpowHer Podcast
Launching a Podcast? Why You Need Main Character Energy for Your Marketing Imagery - Featuring the EmpowHer Podcast
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Building Trust Through the Lens: Personal Branding for Health & Nutrition Coach Emily Hearn
Building Trust Through the Lens: Personal Branding for Health & Nutrition Coach Emily Hearn
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Health & Wellness Professionals Social Content: Capturing them doing what they love!
Health & Wellness Professionals Social Content: Capturing them doing what they love!
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Selling the Sweat: Behind the Scenes of a High-Energy e-commerce Activewear Shoot with Strength Sanctuary gym
Selling the Sweat: Behind the Scenes of a High-Energy e-commerce Activewear Shoot with Strength Sanctuary gym
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Creative Personal Branding & Commercial Imagery Inspiration: Brisbane Health & Fitness Photography
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Kymoo Sports: Brightening the Lives of Real Women: Brisbane Fitness & Personal Branding Imagery
Kymoo Sports: Brightening the Lives of Real Women: Brisbane Fitness & Personal Branding Imagery
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Celebrating International Women's Day with our Clients: Brisbane Fitness, Health, Boudoir & Personal Branding
Celebrating International Women's Day with our Clients: Brisbane Fitness, Health, Boudoir & Personal Branding
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Showcasing your Business Services Through Professional Branding Imagery: Brisbane's Shique Beauty
Showcasing your Business Services Through Professional Branding Imagery: Brisbane's Shique Beauty
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Kansai Karate - Capturing the award winning family business: Brisbane Commercial Fitness Photography
Kansai Karate - Capturing the award winning family business: Brisbane Commercial Fitness Photography
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Albi Swim: Brisbane Commercial Swimwear Range Photoshoot
Albi Swim: Brisbane Commercial Swimwear Range Photoshoot
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Wild Hart: Boho Luxe, Eco-Inspired, Handmade Jewellery - Brisbane Lifestyle Product Photography
Wild Hart: Boho Luxe, Eco-Inspired, Handmade Jewellery - Brisbane Lifestyle Product Photography
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Getting into the spirit of Christmas! A great team of people: Perform 360
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Capturing a beautiful musician
Capturing a beautiful musician
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Lucy and Loo Fashion Editorial: Celtic Collection
Lucy and Loo Fashion Editorial: Celtic Collection
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Teams & Group Photoshoots

Team & Groups Blogs
Don’t Just Coach Results. Document Them: Inside the Life Portraits Team Photoshoot Experience
Don’t Just Coach Results. Document Them: Inside the Life Portraits Team Photoshoot Experience
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More Than a Photoshoot: Why the Best Coaches Return Year After Year for the Team Photoshoots
More Than a Photoshoot: Why the Best Coaches Return Year After Year for the Team Photoshoots
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From "Not Confident Enough" to Confidence Queen: How Life Portraits Team Photoshoots Empower Women
From "Not Confident Enough" to Confidence Queen: How Life Portraits Team Photoshoots Empower Women
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Transforming coaching Achievements into Visual Celebrations: The Life portraits Team Photoshoot Experience
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Team Photoshoots Frequently Asked Questions
Team Photoshoots Frequently Asked Questions
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5 Steps to Plan your Team Photoshoot Experience
5 Steps to Plan your Team Photoshoot Experience
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How a Strong, Supportive Group of Women Can Help you Succeed: Brisbane Team & Group Photography
How a Strong, Supportive Group of Women Can Help you Succeed: Brisbane Team & Group Photography
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Boudoir & Glamour Photography

Boudoir & Glamour Blogs
The Truth about Boudoir Photography (And Why Every Woman Should Experience It At Least Once!)
The Truth about Boudoir Photography (And Why Every Woman Should Experience It At Least Once!)
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Unleash Your Inner Goddess: Why a Boudoir Photoshoot is the Ultimate Pre-Wedding Indulgence
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Transform Together: Why a Couples Fitness Photoshoot is the Perfect Motivation Boost (and More!)
Transform Together: Why a Couples Fitness Photoshoot is the Perfect Motivation Boost (and More!)
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Attract, Retain & Shine: How Consistent Photography & Videography Can Elevate your Salon 💄
Attract, Retain & Shine: How Consistent Photography & Videography Can Elevate your Salon 💄
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Unleash Your Inner Confidence: 10 tips for a Perfect Boudoir Photoshoot
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How to Achieve Beautiful, Tasteful & Elegant Nude Photography
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4 Stunning Couples Photography Themes: Gym, Studio, Nude, Lifestyle & Storytelling
4 Stunning Couples Photography Themes: Gym, Studio, Nude, Lifestyle & Storytelling
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Create Beautiful Artwork with your Images: Brisbane Health & Fitness, Boudoir, Family & Wedding Photography
Create Beautiful Artwork with your Images: Brisbane Health & Fitness, Boudoir, Family & Wedding Photography
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Ladies, Feel Empowered, Beautiful and Sexy with a Boudoir Photography Session: Brisbane Boudoir & Glamour Photography
Ladies, Feel Empowered, Beautiful and Sexy with a Boudoir Photography Session: Brisbane Boudoir & Glamour Photography
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Empowering women to love their bodies! BTS Vlog on tips & tricks for your first fitness photoshoot...
Empowering women to love their bodies! BTS Vlog on tips & tricks for your first fitness photoshoot...
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Beautifully Strong... Boudoir photography with a bodybuilder: Brisbane Fitness & Boudoir Photography
Beautifully Strong... Boudoir photography with a bodybuilder: Brisbane Fitness & Boudoir Photography
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The Inspiring Weight Loss Transformation Stories, from REAL Women! Brisbane Fitness, Boudoir & Lifestyle Photography
The Inspiring Weight Loss Transformation Stories, from REAL Women! Brisbane Fitness, Boudoir & Lifestyle Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions of Fitness, Health & Boudoir Photoshoots: Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
Frequently Asked Questions of Fitness, Health & Boudoir Photoshoots: Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
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Capturing the Beauty & Motion of a Dancer: Brisbane Health & Fitness Photography
Capturing the Beauty & Motion of a Dancer: Brisbane Health & Fitness Photography
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7 tips to Nailing your First Fitness Photoshoot - Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
7 tips to Nailing your First Fitness Photoshoot - Brisbane Health, Fitness & Boudoir Photography
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Beauty with edge
Beauty with edge
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The Beauty of Simplicity
The Beauty of Simplicity
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Travel, HIKING & Food Photography WORLDWIDE

Travel & Food Experiences Blogs
A Photographer's Guide to a 6 Week European Road Trip: Nature & City Adventures through Ireland, Portugal, France & Italy
A Photographer's Guide to a 6 Week European Road Trip: Nature & City Adventures through Ireland, Portugal, France & Italy
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A Photographer's 2 week Camper Van Road-trip through New Zealand's South Island 🇳🇿📷
A Photographer's 2 week Camper Van Road-trip through New Zealand's South Island 🇳🇿📷
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Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk, NSW: The New 3-Day Multi-day Rainforest Hiking Adventure
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Conquering the Overland Track: A Comprehensive Guide to Tasmania's Iconic Hike
Conquering the Overland Track: A Comprehensive Guide to Tasmania's Iconic Hike
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🇨🇦 🇺🇸 The Bucket-list Canada & Northwestern United States Nature Road Trip: 4 weeks, 8 National Parks, 5500kms travelled - Artwork available!
🇨🇦 🇺🇸 The Bucket-list Canada & Northwestern United States Nature Road Trip: 4 weeks, 8 National Parks, 5500kms travelled - Artwork available!
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The Adelaide Adventure: Must do Food, Wine & Experiences
The Adelaide Adventure: Must do Food, Wine & Experiences
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The Tasmanian Roadtrip Adventure Itinerary, Hobart to Launceston: Brisbane Portrait & Commercial Photography
The Tasmanian Roadtrip Adventure Itinerary, Hobart to Launceston: Brisbane Portrait & Commercial Photography
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The Must-Visit Beauty of Tenterfield, NSW... Brisbane Fitness, Family & Wedding Photographers
The Must-Visit Beauty of Tenterfield, NSW... Brisbane Fitness, Family & Wedding Photographers
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A Real Indian Wedding Experience: Brisbane Portrait & Commercial Photographers
A Real Indian Wedding Experience: Brisbane Portrait & Commercial Photographers
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OMA GOSH WHAT A WEEKEND
OMA GOSH WHAT A WEEKEND
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The Great Ocean Road Road Trip Adventure: Brisbane Portrait & Commercial Photographers
The Great Ocean Road Road Trip Adventure: Brisbane Portrait & Commercial Photographers
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Go on... GET LOST!!! A day at the Woodford Folk Festival
Go on... GET LOST!!! A day at the Woodford Folk Festival
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A Gym Environment Like No Other - Strength Sanctuary Stafford - Brisbane Commercial Fitness Photography
A Gym Environment Like No Other - Strength Sanctuary Stafford - Brisbane Commercial Fitness Photography
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The White Cottage Flower Farm: Tenterfield's Hidden Gem - Brisbane Commercial & Portrait Photographers
The White Cottage Flower Farm: Tenterfield's Hidden Gem - Brisbane Commercial & Portrait Photographers
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An Authentic Italian Experience: Brisbane Food Photography
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5 reasons why you MUST visit the Southern Downs & Granite Belt Region: A Photographers Journey
5 reasons why you MUST visit the Southern Downs & Granite Belt Region: A Photographers Journey
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The Beauty of Japan & the Suntory Alcohol Experience
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Insomnia And Your Camera Can Be The Perfect Partners
Insomnia And Your Camera Can Be The Perfect Partners
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A Reason To Get Up In the Morning
A Reason To Get Up In the Morning
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Coffs Coastal Adventure
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Brisbane's Enchanted Garden
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A Trip of a Lifetime! Europe from a Photographers Eye 📷
A Trip of a Lifetime! Europe from a Photographers Eye 📷
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The Things We Do And The People We Meet - Thanks To Our Cameras!
The Things We Do And The People We Meet - Thanks To Our Cameras!
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Sunrise Mountain Climbs
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The NEW Eat Street Northshore - let these photos convince you to go!
The NEW Eat Street Northshore - let these photos convince you to go!
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"Up in the air I fly"..... A day in the life of Life Portraits
"Up in the air I fly"..... A day in the life of Life Portraits
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The beauty of the Northern NSW Coast: Ballina, Lennox Head & Byron Bay
The beauty of the Northern NSW Coast: Ballina, Lennox Head & Byron Bay
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Coldplay lights up Brisbane City
Coldplay lights up Brisbane City
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Exploring North Stradbroke Island
Exploring North Stradbroke Island
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Family & COUPLE Photography

Family Blogs
Twin Love: Brisbane Family Photography
Twin Love: Brisbane Family Photography
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Tips to creating a fun & enjoyable family photoshoot: Life Portraits tells you their secrets
Tips to creating a fun & enjoyable family photoshoot: Life Portraits tells you their secrets
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And so the adventure begins......
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When a family reunites....
When a family reunites....
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The MUST-KNOW tips to prepare for your photography session
The MUST-KNOW tips to prepare for your photography session
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Capturing a family in the comfort of their own home...
Capturing a family in the comfort of their own home...
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Sarah + Bradey: The definition of LOVE
Sarah + Bradey: The definition of LOVE
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Photoshoot Tip: Add a touch of you....
Photoshoot Tip: Add a touch of you....
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Life Portraits
BEHIND THE SCENES

Life Portraits Team
Meet Life Portraits Founder, Lead Photographer and Hype Woman, Emily MacDonald
Meet Life Portraits Founder, Lead Photographer and Hype Woman, Emily MacDonald
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Life Portraits has Evolved: A New Brand Chapter for LP
Life Portraits has Evolved: A New Brand Chapter for LP
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Director Em rocked the chop for Cancer for the Ponytail Project ✂️💗📷
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Get Familiar with the new Life Portraits studio!
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A Dose of Photography Inspiration at the Sydney Aperture Australia Conference
A Dose of Photography Inspiration at the Sydney Aperture Australia Conference
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Merry Christmas from Life Portraits: Reflecting on 3 great years of business and many laughs!
Merry Christmas from Life Portraits: Reflecting on 3 great years of business and many laughs!
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You're never too old to play! Brisbane Portrait Photographers at Sugar Republic
You're never too old to play! Brisbane Portrait Photographers at Sugar Republic
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Life Portraits is a top 5 QLD finalist at the 2018 Telstra Business Awards!
Life Portraits is a top 5 QLD finalist at the 2018 Telstra Business Awards!
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When the roles are reversed: Em in front of the camera...
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What's in my camera bag? An insight into my photography equipment
What's in my camera bag? An insight into my photography equipment
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Life Portraits Celebrating 1 Year in Parternship
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Maternity & Newborn Photography

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Maternity & Newborn Blogs
Capturing a woman's journey through life: Brisbane Maternity Photography
Capturing a woman's journey through life: Brisbane Maternity Photography
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Maternity Beauty at Sunset
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Newborn photography in the home
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Kylie + James are expecting.....
Kylie + James are expecting.....
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Brisbane Wedding Photography

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Wedding Blogs
The True Love Story: Brenda & Drew's Wedding - 14.4.19
The True Love Story: Brenda & Drew's Wedding - 14.4.19
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Brisbane's Tattersalls Club have chosen us as their preferred Brisbane Wedding Photographers!
Brisbane's Tattersalls Club have chosen us as their preferred Brisbane Wedding Photographers!
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When the Universe watches over soul mates on their Wedding Day: Leslie + Ben Reid
When the Universe watches over soul mates on their Wedding Day: Leslie + Ben Reid
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A Real Fairy Tale Wedding
A Real Fairy Tale Wedding
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Brisbane Wedding Photographers: Life Portraits
Life Portraits get featured in Brisbane Bride Magazine & OnTrend Bridal SUMMER 2018
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Celebrating 10 year of marriage
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Beautifully Simple and Simply Beautiful
Beautifully Simple and Simply Beautiful
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The Wedding of Lauren + Paddy Slater
The Wedding of Lauren + Paddy Slater
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Caitlyn + Luke Bobongie Wedding 15.10.16
Caitlyn + Luke Bobongie Wedding 15.10.16
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Photography is forever.... (a thought for the bride and groom)
Photography is forever.... (a thought for the bride and groom)
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