Melbourne family, newborn, wedding and brand photographer
Hey! I’m Bec Matheson, a Melbourne (Naarm) Photographer.
Do you feel a bit awkward being photographed?
I’m Bec Matheson, Melbourne photographer (she/her). I am an introvert, and I totally get it. But with more than 15 years’ experience, I’ve developed a knack for helping people feel at ease when there is a camera around. Here’s some of what I do:
- Plan together. We talk about what you want, sort out the how, what and where so everyone knows the plan.
- Low-pressure for kids (and adults). Fun, calm sessions, no performing required, my main priority is for you to feel comfortable
- Straightforward process. Simple steps that even reluctant partners can get behind, clear pricing and deliveries
- Natural images. I can guide you, but you won’t be micromanaged, you will feel comfortable, no props or cheesy poses, lots of walking and finding the right spot to do the heavy lifting.
- Meaningful locations. Home or a favourite spot that matters to your family, or a type of location that feels right.
- Access adjustments. Tell me any sensory, mobility or communication needs, and I can adapt timings, locations, and adjust how we work to best suit what you need.
- Experienced and trusted. 15+ years photographing in Melbourne; families rebook year after year, I’m also trusted by organisations like Purebaby, Village Cinemas and the Starlight Foundation.
I photograph real life. My editing style is clean and timeless with true-to-life colour and classic black and whites. I don’t really adhere to Instagram trends or brown-toned filters, nor do I use things like client wardrobes. Life is full of colour, your photos should be too.
Easy for families
Simple Process
Real life, real places
Inclusive
A bit about me…
I’m a flat white drinking, book-loving Melbournite (these cliches I’ll happily lean in to), but I grew up overseas in the Pacific (Solomon Islands) – therefore will often miss pop culture references. My husband, Geoff, is a teacher and we have three daughters, Claire, Céleste and Maggie.
Being a parent is both fun and hard. Unsurprisingly, I take a lot of photos of my girls; it helps me notice things about their childhood. In amongst the chaos, I try to keep on top of a ‘52 project’ (a photo a week for a year), I’m a massive advocate for documenting your own life, and you can listen to me talking all things kid photos on the Mamatography podcast.
Reading widely makes me happy, and being a bit of a nerd, I do love some cosy sci-fi (totally a genre). I’m also quite into survival reality shows (Alone, anyone?! ), camping holidays with family, dreaming up ideas for improving my very 1980’s house – sometimes doing them (don’t mind a bit of DIY) – and a more recent but somewhat tentative interest in gardening.
Melbourne Photography Services
True to life, natural, in-home
Real and uncomplicated family sessions
Joy-filled, unobtrusive wedding photography
People-focused photography for businesses
Melbourne family Photographer
These values make what I do worthwhile
When I was 15, my family moved back to Australia from the Solomon Islands (An island in the Pacific where I grew up). Before we left, I took hundreds of photos to try to hold on to all the things of home – then our hard drive failed. Everything gone.
Attention
Losing those pictures was difficult, but I learned something valuable: the process of making those images made me slow down and really pay attention. It solidifies memories. My appreciation for the beauty in everyday life hasn’t left me (Although I’m genuinely quite thrilled when my kids are finally in bed!).
Connection
Back when I was a graphic designer, I was unexpectedly given the opportunity to go overseas to photograph for a non-profit. In Vietnam, I met a little girl who no longer had to walk miles to collect water because the project had built a well in her village, and she could now go to school. With my camera, I could share and celebrate this life-giving change. Photography connects people and makes change.
Celebration
So I became a photographer. I think a photo is kind of like the T.A.R.D.I.S. (I did say I was a nerd): it’s bigger on the inside. When an image gives you a clear glimpse of the beauty, complexity and connectedness of real life, I’ve done my job. Real life is worth celebrating at every stage—and turning that into something you can keep and come back to is a joy.
“Bec is the most brilliant, talented and generous family photographer. She’s also just a beautiful human being and makes any photography session so much fun, you’ll forget she even has a camera! She has photographed our tiny family four times now and created the most precious and beautiful memories for us. She has a remarkable ability to capture the little in-between, secret moments that two people share and somehow crystallise it in one perfect, precious image. You won’t regret booking her for your family or newborn photos!”
