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Safety First: A Guide to Choosing an Experienced Gold Coast Newborn Photographer

01/02/2024 No Comments

Safety First: A Guide to Choosing an Experienced Gold Coast Newborn Photographer

Bringing a newborn into the world is a joyous occasion, and capturing those early moments through photography is a cherished way to preserve those memories.

However, when it comes to newborn photography, safety is paramount. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the crucial aspects of selecting an experienced newborn photographer who prioritises safety and thorough preparation.

Understanding the Importance of Safety in Newborn Photography:
- Highlight the vulnerability of newborns and the need for a photographer who prioritises their well-being.
Researching and Shortlisting Experienced Photographers:
- Research and compile a list of experienced newborn photographers.
- Look for professionals with a proven track record and positive reviews from other parents.
Reviewing Portfolios:
- Review a photographer’s portfolio to assess the style and quality of their work.
- Look for consistency in the photographer’s ability to capture beautiful and safe newborn poses.
Checking Credentials and Certifications:
- Discuss the experience of the photographer and their credentials and certifications.
Understanding the Photographer’s Safety Protocols:
- Dive into the photographer’s safety protocols, such as hand hygiene, sanitation of props, and safe posing techniques.
- Discuss the importance of a photographer being trained to handle newborns safely.
Preparation Checklist for Parents:
- Does the photographer offer a checklist for parents to prepare for the photoshoot, including feeding schedules, suitable clothing, and ensuring the baby is comfortable.
Setting Realistic Expectations:
- Does the photographer highlight that the safety and comfort of the baby may mean that certain poses or shots are not feasible.

Choosing an experienced newborn photographer is not just about capturing beautiful images;

it’s about entrusting the safety and well-being of your precious little one into capable hands. By thoroughly researching, interviewing, and understanding a photographer’s commitment to safety, you can ensure that your newborn photography experience is not only memorable but also safe and enjoyable.

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Tweed Nsw Cake Smash Photographer | Oliver’s Smash Cake

05/01/2023 No Comments

Tweed Nsw Cake Smash Photographer | Oliver’s Smash Cake

It was time for another first birthday shenanigan!

We love first birthdays at Dreamy Moon Photography! Because that means it’s cake smash time for all the newly one year olds that come visit us at the studio…

The sweetest little boy, Oliver came in for his first birthday cake smash session. Malin his mum, got in touch with the studio to organise a green, blue and neutral session for Ollies first birthday.

With intentional planning we came up with the perfect set up! Several helium balloons floating in the back ground both blue and green. The little rattan chair for a milestone session. A very tall mini naked cake to be smashed! And lastly two outfit choices, green and neutral.

When the day of the shoot arrived, Ollie came through and did amazing! Having his sister join in on the milestone part of the session. We captured some timeless memories of them together! Then it was time for cake! Ollie wasn’t quite sure what to do with the cake, so we cut him off a slice to eat. Wrapping the session up with a splash bath!

Do you have some first birthdays coming up in the new year? Click here to book you shoot in!

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Baby Photos Gold Coast | Last Chance To Book Christmas Minis

07/12/2022 No Comments

Baby Photos Gold Coast | Last Chance To Book Christmas Minis

This Weekend is the final weekend where we are photographing Christmas Mini Sessions! It will be your last chance to capture Christmas themed photos with Dreamy Moon Photography for 2022! It will be bittersweet to wrap up the year, but it is always so rewarding meeting a variety of new and returning families! Baby Photos Gold Coast | Last Chance To Book Christmas Minis

We will be running Saturday sessions at The Well in Upper Coomera during the Hide And Seek Markets 8-12pm. These are walk in sessions and do not require a booking as it is hosted through the children’s markets.

We will have a slight variation in our setup. Outfits and accessories will be available on the day for photographic use. In sized 0000 all the way up to size 4. So many sweet little Christmas rompers too! And a matching sibling outfit!

Afterpay and eftpos will also be available during the market sessions, for your convenience.

The Sunday on the 11th of December we will be hosting private mini sessions at our studio in Burleigh Heads. These will be the last sessions of the year and require a booking.

Artwork will also be available in addition to your mini collection. Our most popular Christmas mini product is the loose print keepsake box.

A beautiful gift to give to family members during the giving season!

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Robina QLD Newborn Photographer | Why your should meet with your photographer after the session

25/11/2022 No Comments

Mermaid QLD Newborn Photography | 6 Month Milestone Sessions

Robina QLD Newborn Photographer | Why your should meet with your photographer after the session

Have you…

Have you ever had a photoshoot with a photograph that you met on the day, did a quick photoshoot. Got your image download link and then nothing…. You never really hear from them again. Maybe you see some of their work pop up but it’s just a person in passing.

Sometimes this can be referred to as shoot and burn photography. It’s quick fast paced but doesn’t work on building relationships or strong rapport. As a luxury tailored experience, photographer. We do not want you feeling that way if you work with Dreamy Moon Photography.

Here are some of the reason we believe you should meet your photographer more than once!

Firstly, it’s so important to develop a trusting relationship with your photographer. This will help you feel 100x more relaxed during your shoot. If you have young children, this will also help them be less timid with a stranger.

Not only will you and your children feel more comfortable but you will also have more reassurance and trust in your photographers creative expertise, the way they run their studio and confidence in the final outcome.

When you invest into your photographer, to help create amazing family heirlooms you need an element of trust.

At Dreamy Moon, we do not want to be strangers! We love meeting new families and creating everlasting relationships and connections. So many of our clients love and benefit from having a close rapport with our team. They know that if anything comes up we are a text or a phone call away. And nothing is awkward about it at all.

Meeting up with your photographer after your session allows them to deliver to exceptional standards! One of our favourite things to do with our clients after their product deliver is to drop off a little pressie either at their work or home. This just allows our clients to know how much we appreciate and value them.

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Miami QLD Newborn Photographer | Arnhem & Theo’s Christmas Mini

21/10/2022 No Comments

Miami QLD Newborn Photographer | Arnhem & Theo’s Christmas Mini

The session

Arnhem and Theo love getting photos taken, well Theo more than Arnhem…. But you know how temperamental babies can be. One minute they are all for the photos and the next they need their mama and dada. But that is why investing into an experienced baby photographer is key.

I can guarantee that we can turn any sour situation into timeless captured moments of your little one!

The outfits

For Arnhem and Theo’s shoot they wore neutral complimentary outfits. Arnhem was dressed in a plain white, ribbed romper paired with a muted pink bow and an oatmeal bonnet which we switched up in the middle of the shoot.

As for Theodore, he wore light blue jeans and an oatmeal linen long sleeved shirt. Of course he wanted to throw a bit of personality into the shoot, as five year olds do. So we accessorised with his favourite green sunglasses.

The little moments

Theo is always so happy to get photos taken. He is always asking to be in front of the camera and poses so well. From contagious smiles to the cheekiest expressions.

Arnhem took a little while to warm up. She wasn’t happy at first but after a quick little milk break she was ready to jump in and pose for the photos.

Arnhem is just starting to sit so we popped her in the sleigh with Theo behind and then on her tummy for some floor shots.

The photoshoot was so fun and the memories are truly timeless and everlasting!

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Gold Coast QLD Newborn Photography | The First Year

17/09/2022 No Comments

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Gold Coast QLD Newborn Photography | The First Year

You’ve waited the whole nine months from finding out those double lines on that pregnancy test. To celebrating, 1 , 2, 3 trimesters of pregnancy. You’ve experienced the most incredible and rememberable thing on this earth, Childbirth!

And now you’re in that weird time where the days are slow but the weeks, months and first year is going so fast! You’re merely in survival mode. You want to soak it all in but are exhausted. The first year of having a baby is so bittersweet! It’s so hard to be present but so rewarding when you truely live the moments one at a time.

Take picture every day, take videos, and invest in professional photos because before you know it, you’re celebrating their first birthday and you’re on the other side of the baby bubble.

You’ve got this mama and dada. You’re strong, amazing and capable. You’re babies choose you to be their parents and are so blessed!

Let’s capture those precious milestones together, click here to contact Dreamy Moon Photography for your next session

We’re super excited to let you know…

That you can now pay with Afterpay whenever you shop with us in-store. That means you can get what you love now, and spread your payments over 6 weeks

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Burleigh Heads Cake Smash Photographer | The studio

15/09/2022 No Comments

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Burleigh Heads Cake Smash Photographer | The studio

Come along and experience a virtual tour of our studio!

Dreamy Moon Photography is located on the southern end of the Gold Coast at Burleigh Heads. Exit 87.

Beautiful wooden floors line our rustic/ coastal themed studio High 8 foot ceilings that let the amazing natural light in. White paint covers the walls. Which allows the light to bounce the around, giving optimal lighting for the studio.

Secondly the space is divided into 3 main areas. The shooting zone, is where we do the majority of our shooting. Where we put our backdrop and backdrop sheer curtain stain. Our posing bed for newborn babies and of course our favourite elinchrom studio flash light.

Our next zone is where our parents and clients get to sit and get super cozy during shooting sessions. It house our love seat and rocking chair. The perfect place to have a tea or cold beverage. We also use this space for our viewing area when we get to showcase all your photos from our session on our flatscreen tv.

Finally the lifestyle area section. This is the area where we can create more of a documentary, candid and laidback photograph. This area is draped with beautiful oatmeal linen curtains. There is a bleached jasmine jute rug and a floor bed perfect for those candid shots. The bed is dressed in a plain white cover and decorated with lots of textures. Natural elements such as wooden beads and pampas grass are added for a touch of decor.

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Tweed NSW Newborn Photographer | Outdoor Family Session

11/09/2022 No Comments

Tweed NSW Newborn Photographer | Outdoor Family Session

Tweed NSW Newborn Photographer | Outdoor Family Session

Bree originally found Dreamy Moon Photography through our Santa mini promotion we ran last year. She absolutely lived our service and booked us in to shoot her wedding. However a postponement was made and we decided to squeeze in an outdoor family shoot in the mean time!

Over the weekend we had an outdoor session scheduled in for a returning client of ours. Bree and her family are just adorable and really wanted to do a nature based outdoors session. I knew the perfect spot! Somewhere with lots of trees, greenery and a kangaroo or two. Think very scenic vibes, sage and earth tones!

Now of course you probably all know us as studio photographers, but that doesn’t mean we can’t do an outdoor shoot on request. We love a good sunrise on the beach or sunset on the mountains.

On the day Bree and her family were beautifully coordinated with their outfits. The boys wore jeans and white shirts, her youngest in a camel toned knitted sweater and of course Bree in a beautiful white flow dress! We made our way through various area of scenery from open fields to canopies of trees and finishing up on the board walk. A perfect area for toddlers to explore and truely be candid!

Bree and her family had requested a photo of the boys so she could send it to their nanny. We captured the perfect photo of them looking over the board walk and into the shrubs!

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Burleigh Heads Baby Photographer | We have exciting news coming!

01/09/2022 No Comments

Burleigh Heads Baby Photographer | We have exciting news coming!

Burleigh Heads Baby Photographer | We have exciting news coming!

Some very exciting news is happening with Dreamy Moon Photography. Expanding our clientele experience to accommodate with everyone’s needs! We want all our Dreamy Mooners to have easy access to wall art, albums, folio boxes and more! Which is why we have partnered up with one of Australia’s leading E-commerce platforms. This transition will easily integrate seamless financial options that will allow you to have your favourite artwork sooner, rather than later.

Our Specialties

Dreamy Moon Photography specialises in everything, maternity, newborn, baby and family! One of the top photography studios on the southern end of the Gold Coast and Tweed Shire region. Our photographers are multi award winner and have even been featured in articles such as the Gold Coast Bulletin.

It’s all about safety

We pride our studio of the safety of your little ones well being. That is why each year our Dreamy Moon Photography team is constantly updating our training within the industry and raising industry standards to give our clients the best and safest experience. Click here to read all about our experience and qualifications in detail.

The big reveal!

On Monday the 5th of September, we will be announcing all the finer details on the exciting news that is just around the corner for all of our Dreamy Moon Photography clients! So set your alarms and stay tuned!

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Burleigh Heads QLD Newborn Photography | Reeve’s Session

17/08/2022 No Comments

Burleigh Heads QLD Newborn Photography | Reeve’s Session

The planning – Burleigh Heads QLD Newborn Photography | Reeve’s Session

Jordan and Bianca are good friends of ours and when we found out the were pregnant not long after we were. We knew that we would have to squeeze in a newborn shoot for them! Bianca, had a cesarean with her first baby and had opted for another with Reeve. Which meant we had to account for the recovery and allow an extra week before we got into the studio to photograph Reeve’s newborn session.

But once we had the clear, we had set a date in stone. Now of course we had to plan what props and colours to use for this session and I wanted to pull some inspiration from Reeve’s family home. So a colour palette of creams, browns and blues were perfect. A little bit nautical themed…

The session

Reeve came into the studio and we started off with photographing him in the rattan rectangular basket prop. I added a little bonnet on his head too. He was so little around 3.2kg that I had to adjust the props to fit him in. After we were all finished photographing him in the props. We moved on to the posing bed. We started with bottoms up and ended with Huck Finn (bottoms down). Capturing Reeve, we managed to photograph him on a little swing prop and in a mohair outfit. He did so well.

Want to book in your newborn session with Dreamy Moon Photography?

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