My Photography Blog
What would I wear for my Paris photoshoot?
Paris Photoshoot Outfit Ideas Presenting my Studio Wardrobe, available to you when you book a VIP Paris Photoshoot. Looking for Paris Photoshoot Outfit Ideas? Wondering what to wear for your photoshoot? I have a range of outfits from simple to extravagant. An...
Vow Renewals and Elopements in Paris
Paris has long been known as the City of Love, making it the perfect destination for couples looking to renew their vows or elope in an intimate and meaningful way. Unlike traditional weddings, which can often be stressful and full of expectations, a vow renewal or...
Sarah in Paris
Sarah wanted a mix of dark and moody vibes with a few bright, happy moments in Paris. She booked my Boudoir and Ballgowns package so after our photoshoots on the streets of Paris, we later returned to her gorgeous Airbnb on Rue de Rivoli for some intimate portraits....
Queen Peggy’s Golden Jubilee
Ever so elegant Peggy, celebrating her 50th birthday in the best way with a trip to Paris along with her closest friends. Peggy wanted to capture this unforgettable trip and booked a Photoshoot with me to mark the occasion. Are you coming to Paris to celebrate a...
Winnie
Many first-time visitors to Paris naturally choose the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre as their preferred photoshoot locations. These iconic landmarks offer instantly recognizable and timeless backdrops for capturing memories of their trip. However, some clients are...
From Ave Rapp to the Pont d’Iena
Who says Flash is just for the paparazzi? This after-dark adventure began just before sunset, at the iconic Immeuble Lavirotte on Avenue Rapp making a perfect Parisian Art Nouveau statement. I decided to embrace the bold and trendy on-camera flash, paired with some...
Sara
A short and sweet birthday shoot in Paris. Sara came to Paris for a conference that happened to coincide with her birthday. Rather than spending yet another morning at breakfast with colleagues before heading to the exhibition center, she decided to treat herself to a...
A Parisian Photoshoot with a Personal Stylist
Working with Ariel Britney, a talented personal stylist and confidence coach in LA, was such a pleasure!. She came to her photoshoot with a clear vision, carefully chosen outfits and her own personal brand of positivity and good humour - making my work feel absolutely...
From Rue Saint-Dominque to Rue de l’Universite
A “Short and Sweet’ one hour shoot with Lynette in Paris looking like she’s stepped off the pages of ‘60s Vogue editorial 🤩📷 We started at rue Saint-Dominique, which I love for its unique street view of the Eiffel Tower. Lynette had her heart set on Avenue de...
From Palais Royal to Galerie Vivienne
Shooting in Paris always brings something special, and lately, Palais Royal has become a favorite location for photographing clients who want to capture a more low-key, everyday vision of the city. My session in May 2024 with Charlie Bouquett was no exception....
Surprise Proposal Photoshoot in Paris
I’ve been lucky enough to be booked as a photographer for several surprise proposal photoshoots in Paris —at least once a year, for the last five years — so I know a thing or two about what is involved with planning a successful surprise proposal photoshoot! Why Paris...
Eiffel Tower Photoshoot
A photoshoot at the Eiffel Tower will NEVER be a bad idea. A photoshoot at the Eiffel Tower is my most requested location and I absolutely love capturing my clients with this beautiful iconic structure as the backdrop to our photo shoot. That first breathtaking...
Flying Dress Photoshoot Paris
Imagine yourself being photographed in a stunning red flying dress, against the backdrop of Paris's most iconic landmarks. What to Expect We could start at one of Paris's renowned locations, such as the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre. The Louvre is my preference as we...
Family Photos at the Louvre in Paris
Beautiful Australian family capturing their time in Paris with a classic photoshoot at the Louvre. In terms of locations for family photoshoots, the Louvre has quickly become my number-one choice for many reasons: The architectural beauty and history behind the...
Pont Neuf and Place Dauphine – perfect for a Short and Sweet photoshoot
More alternative photoshoot locations in Paris Pont Neuf is quickly becoming a top choice for photoshoots, especially for my Short and Sweet sessions. Its proximity to Place Dauphine and the scenic banks of the Seine creates an ideal backdrop for a wide variety of...
Irish in Paris
Celebrating the last year of her 40s in Paris Irish has never had a professional photoshoot before, yet here she is twirling and smiling in front of me like she was born to do so 🙂 It was a pretty rainy old day, so we started the shoot on the terrace of her hotel...
Mother and Daughter Photoshoots in Paris
Mother and daughter trip to Paris✨📷 I first visited Paris with my mum when I was 14 years old. All that remains from that trip is the memory of us losing each other on the Metro and running out of time to see the Eiffel Tower up close. 😆 So, when I photograph mothers...
A stroll through Palais Royal
Fi is no stranger to Paris and has been visiting regularly since her early 20s. And even though she is not a huge fan of having her photo taken she wanted to book her own private photoshoot to document the memory of a sunny afternoon wandering through her favourite...
Hannah’s Rainy Birthday Photoshoot
Hannah came to Paris to celebrate her 40th birthday, starting the celebrations with a photoshoot followed by a night out at the Palais Garnier to see a performance of "Jerome Robbins". November 2023 may have been the rainiest month in all my years as a photographer in...
Taylor in Paris
It’s always a pleasure to photograph a fellow Aussie in Paris ! Taylor was passing through Paris whilst on a Euro vacation and decided to book "The VIP “photoshoot The VIP option is a more relaxed longer shoot, which meant we had the time to visit various popular...
My favourite alternative photo locations in Paris
While the Eiffel Tower undoubtedly stands as one of - if not the most - iconic symbol of Paris, the City of Light offers many less-explored locations perfect for unique and alternative photoshoots. Creativity plays a big role in my own well-being and positive mental...
The Masked Ball, Versailles
Have you ever dreamed of attending a masked ball in the Château de Versailles? Did you even know such events exist? Well they do, and it’s a sort of pilgrimage for many who attend each year! The Masked Ball Versailles ...or Le Grand Bal Masqué du Château de Versailles...
Rachel’s Eiffel Tower Birthday Photoshoot
How do we celebrate a birthday in Paris? With Champagne and croissants in front of the Eiffel Tower, of course! Rachel Pearl was in Paris to celebrate her birthday and decided to commemorate the occasion with a special photoshoot. It’s not often that I meet another...
Deborah’s solo photoshoot on the Pont Neuf, Paris
When Deborah booked her “short and sweet” Paris photoshoot she expressed an interest in capturing some portraits of herself in her beloved city, Paris. As a self-confessed francophile with a deep appreciation for French cuisine, art, literature - and learning the...
Senior Portraits Photographer in Paris
Capture your senior portraits in Paris If you are looking for your own senior portrait photographer in Paris, I would love the chance to chat with you about your vision for your portraits. Paris literally is an open-air studio, every corner is incredibly photogenic...
7 Tips for a great photoshoot
There are so many reasons to have a photoshoot - for your business, to create content for social media, to update your headshots, to sell a product or even to sell your home... Or, perhaps you simply want to book a photoshoot for personal reasons, such as capturing...
Laura’s Birthday Photoshoot In Paris
Laura's birthday photoshoot Laura was my very first birthday photoshoot client in Paris! When she contacted me and explained that she wanted to celebrate her 43rd birthday in a unique and memorable way: I was obviously all on board Laura originally thought she'd just...
Kat’s solo photoshoot on the Ile St Louis, Paris
Loving the colours and vibe of this solo photoshoot on Paris’s ile St Louis… It was so great to meet, get to know, and photograph Kat, founder of, and creative vision of, XO Marshmallow Chicago *yum* We met one early April morning at the Cafe St Regis, pausing there...
Photographing a Social Influencer in Paris
In March 2023 I photographed the wonderful Erin Busbee who is a Social Influencer for women over 40, with over one million followers and subscribers across various social media platforms. Erin had traveled from the USA to Paris for Paris Fashion Week; was attending...
Parisian Portraits: My Photoshoot with Deborah Humble in Paris
Last year I photographed the great and renowned Australian Opera Singer, mezzo-soprano Deborah Humble, who was here to perform at Paris Fashion Week. Deborah has performed in many opera productions around the world and is highly regarded for her powerful voice and...
Modeling Portfolio Photographer Paris
Creating the Perfect Modeling Portfolio: A Guide for Aspiring Models As an experienced photographer in Paris, I sometimes receive requests from aspiring models looking to create a modeling portfolio for submission to agencies. While some models are familiar with the...
Grayson’s photoshoot in Montmartre
If you want to book a photoshoot to capture your trip to Paris but aren’t sure if the typical Paris icons are your style… maybe a photoshoot in Montmartre is for you.Montmartre is perfect for photoshoots because of the neighbourhood’s bohemian vibe, picturesque...
Visiting Paris by yourself? Solo travellers, this one’s for you
Tips and Tricks for Solo Travellers coming to Paris Where should I stay in Paris? Safety & security in Paris Transport tips for solo travellers Paris and the locals Bar and restaurant recommendations Frenchies Spotify playlist Paris photoshoots for solo travellers...
Your birthday photoshoot in Paris
A birthday photoshoot in Paris is the perfect way to celebrate your special day in a city that is truly one of a kind. Are you coming to Paris to celebrate a birthday this year? Birthday photoshoots have become my speciality since I am number 1 on Google for the...
A Dream Photo Shoot In Versailles
Caroline's birthday photoshoot at Airelles Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle Caroline booked her photoshoot as she had big plans to celebrate her birthday in style. She was going to fulfill her dream of sleeping in the palace of Versailles and had booked a room...
Why have a Professional Photoshoot
When was the last time you really loved a photo of yourself? Or maybe I should ask, when were you last professionally photographed? Have you ever been captured by a pro, someone who really knows what they are doing? I believe everyone should have a beautiful photo of...
Marta’s Dream Photo Shoot
Marta came to Paris for a new experience and to celebrate and honor a new phase in her life. She described her portrait session with me as empowering, a step toward self-acceptance, and also self-validating. The portraits we created are beautiful souvenirs of the...
Dear Ave De Camoens… a love letter from a photographer
I hereby declare that Ave de Camoens is the most photogenic street in Paris. And that is saying something since well, Paris is rather spectacular in general! My photography clients are often attracted by the view of the Eiffel Tower from the Trocadero and I agree this...
Couple Photoshoot – with a picnic – In Paris The City of LOVE
A photoshoot with a picnic near the Eiffel Tower? Yes, please! A photoshoot for couples in Paris is always pretty special and I loved producing and photographing this gorgeous honeymoon photoshoot at the Eiffel Tower for Catherine and Jake. During our consultation,...
Couture Kids Photoshoots in Paris
Fun photoshoots for kids and families in Paris Lucy booked a photoshoot to celebrate her daughter Isabella's birthday in Paris. We spent a full morning together exploring the possibilities that Paris has to offer. It was so much fun seeing the world through Isabella's...
Where exactly in Paris, is Emily in Paris Filmed?
6 Famous Paris locations in Emily in Paris 1. Pont Alexandre III2. Jardin du Palais Royal3. Trocadero4. Le Louvre5. Montmartre6. Passage de la Vérite Emily in Paris has become one of the highest-rated shows on Netflix.Inherently binge-worthy, it features the lovely...
International Women’s Day – 8th March 2022
International Women’s Day, a day of recognition each year on 8th March, is a chance to recognise our place in the world. So much has changed in our gender’s history: within a relatively short time, we’ve seen, to a certain degree, emancipation and appreciation for...
My Top 10 things to do in Paris ( that don’t involve going up the Eiffel Tower)
Paris offers an abundance of sights and activities, and in my Top 10 Guide I've endeavoured to share a few that locals in Paris might enjoy—such as having a picnic along the Seine or catching the sunset from the Sacré-Cœur—coupled with some nightlife options that...
Celebrating 50 years – a birthday photoshoot for Kelechi
When I received Kelechi's Whatsapp message enquiring about a 50th birthday photoshoot in Paris, her excitement instantly gave me a serotonin boost 🙂 Those happy tingles stayed with me until we finally met for the photoshoot in Paris, on a crisp clear October morning....
Ea
Gorgeous Ea needed to update her modelling comp card and contacted me for some studio headshots and editorial style portraits. We set up a Pinterest board so we could share some inspiration, there was photography by the late, great Peter Lindbergh and many of the...
My top Paris photoshoot locations and other tips for a successful shoot.
The Best Paris Photoshoot Locations - a mon avis! I created this post not only for my fellow photography professionals (and amateurs) planning a shoot in Paris but also for my portrait clients who are planning a visit to Paris and are interested in taking themselves...
Maternity Photoshoot for Olga
A maternity photoshoot may not be on your list of priorities during your pregnancy; the amount of preparation, hospital check ups and if you are working alongside all of this, well who's got time? But what about taking a moment for yourself, to truly enjoy and...
Mother’s Day Gift : A Unique Idea for the Mama in your Life
Finding a special mother's day gift no longer needs to be a difficult affair! In each country we celebrate Mother's Day on different dates, and this year in France, we celebrate "La Fete des Meres" on the 7th June. What better mother's day gift to give "la maman" in...
Self-Portrait Tips
Create a self-portrait that you (and everyone else) will adore. Self-portraits have always been a passion of mine: both creating them and following artists that create them. Cindy Sherman and Tracy Moffat and Claude Cahun are the women I aspired to while studying at...
Personal Branding shoot for Carina Greweling, Naturopath
I’m delighted to share the results of Carina’s personal branding shoot, where we created original content for her website and social media. Carina originally contacted me in December 2018 to design and develop a new website for her Naturopath and Traditional Chinese...