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There is something special about capturing a newborn’s first moments. Recently, I had a heartwarming session in my cozy studio with first-time parents and their beautiful baby girl. The studio was filled with soft, warm light. It created a calm and loving atmosphere….and all the parents had to do was turn up!

This gorgeous couple are expecting their first baby and have asked me to capture their journey by booking a bump to baby session with me. Our first session together took place in Melbournes beautiful Dandenong Ranges.

Hi, I’m Natalie, owner and photographer at Natalie Hughes Photography, based right here in Melbourne. I specialise in newborn, maternity, and family photography, and I’m so excited to offer gift certificates for my photography sessions – perfect for celebrating life’s most meaningful moments. Whether you’re looking for the perfect baby shower gift, something thoughtful for […]

This is my third time photographing this gorgeous family. This husband had reached out to me for a Christmas gift voucher for this wife as she’d been hinting at some updated pictures of her beautiful brood of boys as they were now much older than the newborns I had captured in earlier times. As with […]

Newborn photography sessions are such a beautiful way to capture the first days of life with your newborn – they paint a lovely picture of life as it is; in that time they arrived into your world. There is nothing more natural, warm and relaxed than an in home newborn photography session. The best bit […]

Its a common misconception (at least in my eyes) that sunny days produce the best conditions for your photography sessions. Truth be told, I love a stormy sky and this maternity session definitely didn’t fail to deliver. In all the honesty the weather on this particular day was pretty terrible, early in the day I’d […]

When expectant Krissy contacted me about her idea for a pregnancy announcement photography shoot I was instantly on board. So I have an idea, she said…I want one of those peacock chairs, do you know what I’m taking about, she asked? Yes, yes I do!!! Well I’d like to take it to a beach and […]

I read recently that in home photography sessions are like a time capsule for future years and generations. Not only do they allow young children to interact and show off in the comfort of their home but they allow us as parents or our children as they grow, the opportunity to look back over beautiful […]

Ever wondered what a full maternity photography session gallery might look like? This session was shot in the middle of winter at one of Melbournes spectacular beaches on the Mornington Peninsula. These beach sunset photography sessions typically start in the hour prior to sunset, depending on the time of year, this can range in start […]

There is seriously nothing cuter than a baby when they hit that 6-9 months age. By now as parents you’ve well settled into your roles, are a little more relaxed and certainly found your groove. Choosing to capture your family at home during this stage is beautiful – your baby is expressive and we can […]