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Oct 20

by Penelope Hale in documentary, Family, Maternity, Newborn, PK Photography 0 comments

What is Family Documentary Photography?

It is your family, real and unposed. The love, laughs, tantrums and tears. They are relaxed and fun sessions that reflect your unique family. No need to stress about perfect outfits, perfect smiles and perfectly behaved children. My philosophy is that your family perfect just as you are, no matter what that looks or sounds like. We will spend some time together, 2 hours to a whole day, and I will be there with you making images in a photojournalist way that reflect your family and each personality within it. A family documentary session will produce images for your family that will take you back to that day, that time in your lives. Your littles one’s current milestones, your middle child who refuses to take off that costume, the way your biggest kid looks at you when you act silly; the smaller moments that build a childhood.

Rebecca and Daryl | Wedding at Kooindah Waters

I had the pleasure of first meeting Rebecca and Daryl a few years ago to take pictures of their gorgeous boy Jude when he was a two months old. Recently I was also able to photograph another major event in their lives – their wedding day! At Jude’s newborn session, there was a superhero theme and that snuck in to the wedding as well with the groomsmen. Rebecca and Daryl were married at the Kooindah Waters Resort in Wyong. The weather was beautiful, the grounds are stunning and from where I was it looked like everyone was having a great time. I always love to hear how couples met and the fact that these two met at a wedding is perfect! The small world connection here is that Rebecca’s cousin (who was the groom at the fated meeting) is one of Daryl’s best mates – and the Best Man at their wedding. These two wrote their own vows too which were really sweet. Venue: Kooindah Water Resort Makeup Artist: Tamara Lee Makeup Artistry Hair Stylist: Frankie’s Hair Van Florist and Event Styling: The Hunted Yard Event Styling: GG Events Celebrant: Gail Brigden Introducing Mr and Mrs Booth!

Apr 03

by Penelope Hale in Babywearing, documentary, Family, PK Photography 0 comments tags: baby, blue mountains photographer, family documentary, family photography, pk photography, sydney

Steph, Josh and Emmett | Family Documentary

These guys actually live in Melbourne but were bringing their boy up to family for Christmas and asked me to spend some time with them capturing some family photos of their first family trip to Sydney. We started at Josh’s Mum’s place and headed to a nearby park for Emmett’s first go on a swing! After a little while in the park it was time to head back and get some food in to Emmett and of course I wanted to stick around for that! Thank you so much for having me come along to your Christmas holiday and photograph your gorgeous family!

Mar 20

by Penelope Hale in Functions, PK Photography 0 comments tags: birthday, blue mountains photographer, blue mountians, documentary photographer, event, pk photography

Samuel’s 2nd Birthday | Event

I have spent a considerable amount of time with this family over the last 18 months. I have photographed Samuel’s non-denominational christening, John’s 30th birthday cake smash, Samuel’s first birthday party and now his second birthday party. It is always a pleasure to spend time with these guys as Emily and John really appreciate the documentary style coverage that I offer and value photography in general. Have a great year, Samuel!

Mar 14

by Penelope Hale in documentary, PK Photography, Weddings 0 comments tags: Burnt Orange Cafe, ceremony, documentary, documentary photographer, Mosman, pk photography, reception, Signals Room, sydney, wedding

Stacy and Greg | Wedding in Mosman

Stacy and Greg Stacy contacted me requesting a shorter coverage of three hours for a small wedding witnessed by only nearest and dearest. It was to be a cocktail reception at The Signals Room, a function area that is nestled under the acclaimed Burnt Orange Cafe in Mosman. Stacy told me that she and Greg had shed many of the usual traditions and trappings in favour of a low-key event to celebrate their love. The venue was perfect. Although recent extended rains meant the ceremony was unable to take place in the gardens as was originally planned, the alternative spot was also beautiful and gave peace of mind that guests and bridal party would remain dry if the weather turned. Congratulations guys! Venue – Signals Room, Burnt Orange Cafe Mosman Celebrant – Liam Chapman Celebrant Flowers – Stylish Scents Florist

Jan 23

by Penelope Hale in documentary, Family, PK Photography 0 comments tags: blue mountains, family documentary, memories, morning, photography, photos, pk photography, routine, school

Duck Family | Documentary Session

I spent a morning with the Duck family and it was such a hoot! I knew when mum, Lisa, approached me with her idea that this would be an excellent session. Lisa said she was having a quick shower one school morning and took a moment to look around her, thought about the kind of mornings they have before school and decided THAT is what she wants me to photograph. My eyes grew large and my smile even larger as she described a typical weekday morning at her house. I arrived before the kids had woken up. After a quick (and quiet) tour of the house, I got started. The kids had been told that I was coming to take photos and that they didn’t need to look at the camera or smile, just do their normal thing. Everyone was excellent at just being their normal, though I am told that the eldest isn’t usually so well behaved 😉 After viewing the images, Lisa affirmed why I find this style of photography so important. Saying she thought it wouldn’t be for another 30 years that she would look back fondly on these mornings but through the images I created she […]

Sep 02

by Penelope Hale in documentary, Personal 0 comments tags: blue mountains, day out, documentary, documentary photographer, documentary session, family, girl, grandparents, photography, pk photography, train

A morning out | Documentary Session

My parents are going away for a bit and refused to let me drive them to the airport (which is about a 2.5hr return trip) but let me drop them at the train station five minutes down the road. The girls and I decided to squeeze in some more time with them by staying on the train for a few stops and getting off in time for a morning snack. We haven’t had an outing for a while – especially not a train one! – so I brought the camera along. This is an example of how a documentary session unfolds photographically. We did our thing and the photographer (me!) documented what went on. Interested in bringing me along to a family day out? Contact me here – I can’t wait to start planning with you!

Jupiter | Newborn

I love my job. There are amazing people who allow me in to their home at what is quite a vulnerable time, first-time parenthood. As cliched as it sounds, they open their hearts to me when they open that door. By the end of a documentary newborn session, I have likely witnessed some skin to skin contact with their baby, breastfeeding and all the exposure that goes with learning the art and skill of providing this natural nourishment, heard voices crack or grabbed a tissue for tears as birth stories or this all consuming love are relayed to me or supported them through some of the tougher aspects of life with a newborn. It is such a special time, those early weeks with your baby and I am truly so grateful to anyone who invites me in to this sacred space. To document these days that are hard to recall as your baby grows. Newborns are seriously awesome little creatures. Jupiter was the most adorably squeaky munchkin I have had the pleasure of photographing. In planning their session, Jupiter’s parents wanted me to document the following, some of which appear below: * Changing her nappy/clothes because she doesn’t like it so […]

Aug 11

by Penelope Hale in documentary, Family, Newborn, PK Photography 2 comments tags: baby, blue mountains, boy, documentary session, newborn, photographer, pk photography

Master L | Newborn

in-home documentary newborn session

Aug 09

by Penelope Hale in documentary, Family, Maternity, PK Photography 1 comments tags: blue mountains, captured, documentary, family, maternity, photographer, pk photography

Sarah and Danusha | Maternity

I have been following this family with my camera for quite some time now. Full disclosure, Sarah is my sister but I am so grateful that she and her husband have embraced my photography and let me just do my thing during their sessions. I did a maternity session with them for their first child but my style and artistic vision has changed since then and they were very happy to accommodate this. They have followed my journey and always been accepting of my enthusiasm when I ask if I can photograph them at various times. A maternity session aims to document your life as it is before the arrival of your baby be it your first, second, third or fourth. We work together to determine what you would like captured and then on the day, I am a fly on the wall as that unfolds. In the gallery below you can see that I don’t exactly focus on the ‘baby bump’ in a lot of the shots but it is evident and a part of the story the images are telling. Sarah and Danusha wanted to have the preparation, such as washing the new clothes and preparing Big Brother, as […]