When to book a family photography session?

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard friends and family hesitate about booking a family photoshoot. The excuses? Endless! "I need to lose weight," "Life is just too busy," "The kids are too young," or "What if they misbehave?" Sound familiar?

But here’s the truth: there's never a "perfect" time—there's only now. Life with kids, whether they’re little or growing up fast, is a whirlwind of beautiful chaos. And while we wait for the "right" moment, time keeps moving. Our children grow, the years fly by, and before we know it, those precious little moments become memories.

Now, imagine 20 or 30 years from today—your kids flipping through old family photos, seeing the joy, the love, and the togetherness frozen in time. The giggles, the hugs, the sheer happiness of just being together—that’s priceless.

So no matter how busy, crazy, or chaotic life feels right now, this moment is worth capturing.

The images below were taken at sunset on Muriwai Beach, Auckland—one of my absolute favorite spots for family sessions. The weather was pure magic, and the evening was filled with laughter, cuddles, and love. And that's what makes a session special—not perfection, but the beautiful, real, and messy moments that tell your family's story.

Let's capture your family's magic—because today is the perfect time!