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What to Wear for Your Family Photos: Real Tips for Real Families

Wondering what to wear for your family photos in Melbourne? You’re not alone, and I get it! Figuring out family photoshoot outfits can feel overwhelming. But here’s the truth: your photos should reflect who you are, not just what you’re wearing….
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Planning a session but feeling unsure about a few things, like what to wear for your family photos? Or maybe you just want photos that feel natural and real, something that reflects your family as you are, not stiff, awkward, or overly posed. You’re in the right place. This blog is packed with helpful tips, outfit ideas, and real session inspiration to make the whole process feel easier. You’ll also find practical advice on what happens after your session, including how to choose your favourite images and ways to get them off your screen and onto your walls with printing and display options that actually suit your home.

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Do you need help planning for family photos, what to wear or where to go?

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Not sure where to start when it comes to planning your family photos? If you’re wondering what to wear for family photos, how to choose a location, or just want the whole thing to feel a bit less stressful, you’re in the right place.
This blog is a great starting point. You’ll find plenty of practical advice on how to prepare, what works well on camera, and ideas for pulling outfits together in a way that feels like your family, not a catalogue. There are tips for keeping things relaxed, choosing a setting that suits your crew, and getting everyone (including partners) on board.
Take your time exploring the posts above. And if you’re planning a session with me, I’m always happy to chat through any questions so you can feel confident going in.

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This baby turns three tomorrow. This image is one This baby turns three tomorrow. This image is one of my all time favourites. I was chatting about birth photography this week to a photographer who was interested how it all works, (for a while I ran a birth photography business). Although birth is probably my favourite thing to photograph - It is both challenging and incredible and memorable - it is also a logistical pain in the ass that doesn’t work with my life. (Maybe one day it will again)

Also some of the babies I’ve photographed in the past are now like… 10 or older 🤪 which is alarming.

I am doing something birth photography related later this year though… 👀

#birthphotography
🌻 Today I drove past a woman sitting out the front 🌻 Today I drove past a woman sitting out the front of her house reading… I’m hoping the suns sticks around this week so I can do the same. 

I’m on the final Emma M Lion book and also a Robin Hobb. My bookclub is about to tackle Yesteryear 👀 what else should I add to my tbr (to be read) list? 📚
In my other life (beyond photography) I’m basicall In my other life (beyond photography) I’m basically an unqualified Dr House - and I’m back in child diagnosis land - it’s not a fun time. Any gastro enterologist’s in here 🫠 only one ED trip thus far…
Model Callout Open - link in my profile. Tag your Model Callout Open - link in my profile. Tag your pals who fit th following:
Size 000 baby girl or boy, size 1 girl - parents (mum or dad) need to be happy to be in photos and we are also trying to get a grandmother along! 

From the brand:

This shoot is for an new Australian babywear brand for little beginnings made from 100% cotton. We’re keeping our limited collection under wraps for now, but the shoot will have a very natural, warm, and elevated family feel, focusing on genuine moments and connection rather than anything too posed. Think of a get together to celebrate the mum & baby surrounded by parents aunts grandma and little cousins.
My sisters hens… it was cheese, books and wine. Ba My sisters hens… it was cheese, books and wine. Basically the dream.

As I took my “fun” camera (which is also new to me) … and I am definitely not all over the low light capabilities or limitations rather of the Fuji x100vi just yet but am very pleased with the promist 1/4 filter on the evening light. Also I anyone knows the setting for being able to see through the Fuji when in very low light with a flash attached please enlighten me - I basically had to guess and shoot any of the dinner images blind 🤪 using a little godox it32 flash. 

@supercheese_richmond @readingsbooks @thecarltonwineroom @fujifilmx_au @godox_global @emilybeimers
This image makes my heart happy. Newborn session This image makes my heart happy. 

Newborn sessions booking into 2027. www.becmatheson.com

Screenshot or a text message reads: “Oh my gosh Be , these are divine. You really have an eye, they came out better than I could have imagined 😭 thank you so much for these beautiful captures we’ll treasure forever!”
Madi on her wedding day. Dress @martinalianabrida Madi on her wedding day.

Dress @martinalianabridal from @truesociety_aus 
Florist @dogoodflorals.au 
Hair and makeup @becshannonmua @kateradfordmua 
Venue @auntykims_

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