Moments that Matter in July

This month Abby had her very first school excursion. A huge milestone for us. Its so crazy to look back at how far she has come. Considering 2 years ago I could even get a babysitter or family member to look after her. I didn't even think I would get her to go to school let alone an excursion! Now she is off in leaps and bounds, going for sleep overs, loving school and taking on new challenges with great courage. I'm so used to her making me anxious about leaving her that I still have thoughts in the back of my mind, what if she isn't ok? What if she needs me? However I am getting used to pushing those thoughts aside and allowing my new brave little girl take on the world head on. Click through to see what matters to Yana Klein this July.

Delightful Little Chaos

Moments That Matter | June

This month my dear Abby turned 6! It has been a big year full of firsts and big milestones. This year has been a new transition into sisterhood, starting Kindy and taking her ballet to the next level. I really wanted to make her feel special this year by organising Abby and her friends to have a pony party in celebration of her 6th birthday. Unfortunately we had to cancel due the incredible freak storm that hit and affected so many families in Sydney. Despite the major disappointment Abby still had an amazing time with her friends in an indoor play centre. Every year on all our birthdays, we get together at my mothers and have a big family dinner. Usually something simple like pizza and cake. Its something I like doing and has become a simple family tradition.

Follow the link to see what matters to Lauren at Lauren Kennedy Photography month.

Sunshine mixed with a little hurricane

Sunshine mixed with a little hurricane

Morning Cuddles

Let Kids be Kids | Sydney Family Photography

Let Kids be Kids. While editing these photos from after an afternoon playing out in the backyard. Abby looked over my shoulder. She scrunched up her nose and said she looks like a boy.

I replied ' What makes you think that?'

She observed ' I have bruises on my legs, no clothes on and I'm all dirty like a boy.'

I looked at her and thought hard.. ' You know who I think you look like?'

'who?' giving me a puzzled look.

I smiled and replied ' Abby.'

Don't get me wrong, Abby loves her horses, dress ups and adornments of pink terrible things. But she also loves to play outside, wrestle with the dogs or her mates. Isn't afraid to get dirty and is very comfortable with her body.

These stereotypical assumptions that girls like pretty things and boys like to be grubby not only start to define how children identify themselves. They are offensive to both genders.

Let Kids Be Kids

Let Kids Be Kids

Backyard Buddies | Family Photography sydney

Justine Curran - Sydney Family Photographer

Dancing Master Chef

Wanderlust

A Day With The Griffiths | Family Photography Sydney

I honestly enjoyed every second of this shoot. The Griffiths not only lived in such a picturesque area of Sydney they were just genuinely fun people.  The typical easy going, Australian sarcasm that filled this session with laughter just made my day.  The purpose of my shoot, was Jane. Jane wanted an extended family shoot as her son Jacob and his girlfriend Lindsay were off to her homeland Canada. A new chapter in their life adventure. Jane especially wanted to capture the family's connection with grandson Sebastion. Not hard to see this little heartbreaker stole the show. It was a pleasure getting to know such a fun family.

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

Family Photography Sydney

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The Australian Museum | Documenting Childhood

Today I told Abby we were going on an adventure. Most kids would jump up with excitement but no. My child slumps her shoulders and mournfully addresses the fact she will miss school. Whatever. weirdo. Anyhow I continued on to tell her that we will be looking at dinosaurs, and huge beasts of the past along with lots of other cool stuff. Adding that we will be transporting it by train got her going. The real reason we were heading into the city and skipping school was I needed to be in there first thing to settle some paperwork for a meeting but since i hard to haul both kids with me I decided to make a day of it and organise a nice surprise for abby. Ive been feeling some Mummy guilt that I don't get to spend as much time with her. Having a new baby brother and starting school has left our Mummy Daughter time to Zilch.

the trip was really good, we spent about 20 minutes ruling up and down a corridor trying to figure out where a dinosaur roar was coming from. Abby declared it must be the real dinosaurs hiding. We were pleasantly surprised at how big Tasmanian Tigers were and equally grossed out by the spider displays. All the while a tired and fussy baby Dante slept against my chest. It was a great day and I highly recommend it as a must do with your kids.

Introducing Dante | Newborn Photography Hills District

I would love to introduce our second child Dante! He came early at 38 weeks and everyone is just smitten. His big sister just wants hold him and cuddle him and I can tell will be a very protective big sister. Dante's entrance to the world was a little bit dramatic, I became quite anemic towards the end and delivery included a Litre of PPH. Despite all that he is such laid back little baby, we are home now and I'm am soaking it all in, so amazed to have our little newborn here with us. Wanting to appreciate every moment, every soft sigh, blonde hair and newborn scent.

Dante | Newborn Photography Hills District

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Impressionable Childhood | Family Photography Hills District

Sometimes when you sit back and actually watch what children are enacting out in play, you realise how much of it comes from what the environment they are immersed in. I was oblivious to the role play going on in the background of my little bubble. While I was working, completely consumed by what I was doing and it wasn't until I glanced over my shoulder that I realised what kind of play my child was absorbed in. I am so glad I did, because this is will be a precious memory I will hold dear forever. Whisking up my camera, I witnessed Abby acting out being a pregnant mummy out shopping with a child in tow. She was pretending to be me.  Listening to her pick out her shopping list, she chose Mangoes, strawberries, broccoli, spinach and chips haha. Things that are regular items on our list.

The scene stung my eyes, with emotional buttery pregnancy hormonal goodness as I thought I never, ever want to forget this. It also made me think about her mood swings most likely a reflection of my own hormonal moodiness and low tolerance during this pregnancy. My conclusion? Hold them close. Hold them dear, they are our own reflections until one day they want to grow up and be their own.

Impressionable Childhood | Family Photography Hills District

Justine Curran is a Sydney Photographer based in the Hill's District. With a focus on story telling, she loves to capture real moments for Families. Moments that tell their story just as much as she likes telling hers. If you are interested in a Family Photography session please enquire - admin@justinecurran.com.au | 0430514193

Louise + Jason | Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography Introducing the Nguyen Family!

Louise and Jason are proud parents of these two adorable little girls, Mia and Daisy.

What better way to show off your children than with a family photography session? Mia was just adorable, completely smitten with me and wanted to hold my hand most of the time. This is why I love my work. I get to meet the most loveliest families and their delightful children.

Mia wanted to share her dancing and piano skills and little Daisy was just happy being in her own little universe. I also snuck in a moment to get some romantic shots of Mum and dad as a couple, which I think is really important. I love to remind my clients to take a breather and be with each other.

A moment to capture their connection as a reminder of why they are here today. Life is so fast paced and I like to remind them of this.

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

Hills District Family Photography

The Block Family | Sydney Family Photography

Sydney Family Photography Sessions

Introducing the Block Family! How special it was to meet this adorable family. The bond between these sisters is easy to see. We spent a sunny spring afternoon together at Centennial Park. The two little ones, Lara and Mia were so mature and carried themselves in a such a lovely manner, if only all children were so easy to photograph!

If you are interested my Sydney Family Photography sessions please enquire by emailing me via admin@justinecurran.com.au

You won't believe what this couple did ! Surprise Wedding Sydney Photographer

This cheeky couple staged their surprise wedding ceremony as a 40th!! No one had a clue that they were gathering together for Michelle and Dennis to tie the knot. I am so honoured to have been asked to share this special and very emotional day with this gorgeous family.

Surprise Wedding Sydney Photographer

Documenting Childhood | Family Documentary Photographer

  Every week we have ballet so thought I'd take the time to capture this weekly ritual. Abby will wake up and have breakfast of her choosing. This morning she decided Peanut butter by the spoonful was appropriate (she gets that from my husband not me I swear). I also decided to hand over my camera and let her take a few shots from her perspective, not bad either! Which was nice to be included in documenting this day as I normally am behind the camera in all our family photos.

After ballet we normally get lunch a coffee and a baby chino. In the middle of summer its Boost Juices, regardless. we treat ourselves. I am so glad to have taken the time to do this, while Ive been taking time to notice the little things about this day, Ive come to realise its so short lived.  Abby will be going to school and our little lunch dates will be few and far between. Something Ive been taking for granted.

If you are interested in a family documentary photographer, don't let those little things slip away. Email me - admin@justinecurran.com.au