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PRICE GUIDE 2024

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Let’s create mEMORIES!

One of my favourite things to do when I am at my mum’s house is to sit down and spread photographs on the floor and listing to amazing stories from my childwood! Memories are definitely your richest treasure.

I am Raquel Pires a lifestyle photographer with a eye for raw emotions, I am here to help you to build the most beautiful and meaningful memories for your family.

So, let's chat! I would absolutely love to be part of happy moments of your life!

Raquel Pires xX.

What is LIFESTYLE photography?

We call lifestyle photography when the focus is to create images that tells a lot about your real you, about your memories, bringing elements, clothes that reflect your personalities and story. Then we can create more than photography we create memories to be cherished forever.

Woman holding and kissing a smiling baby wearing a knit hat and sweater, outdoors.

What to EXPECT?

Elegant, contemporary, and naturally beautiful memories.

I will create a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere making it a pleasant experience for you and your loved ones, with lots of fun. As a result, you can expect more than beautiful natural pictures, but also a soulful storytelling.

In my editing, I like to deliver a sophisticated and natural color tone with a discrete fuji film twist, yet I pride myself on these timeless black-and-white shots. Believe me, I know while photographing, before even editing which shots are meant to be in black and white.

My artistic style was developed just after finishing my degrees in Psychology and Publicity, plus plenty of photography courses and workshops with other super-talented artists.

The flow between these subjects works perfectly, once I can easily connect to people's emotions and also be attentive to all the aesthetic details which will make you love your photos.

Black and white image of a couple walking on a beach, with sailboats in the background. The woman is holding a straw hat and wearing a buttoned dress, while the man is wearing a shirt and shorts, both smiling.
Black and white photo of a mother breastfeeding her baby, with a focus on the intimate and nurturing moment.

family PACKAGES

Family bliss - 1 hour session - $595 GET $100 OFF BOOKING WEEKDAYS

  • 35 edited images in high and low res

    1 hour session

    1 location

    Up to 3 outfits

    On line gallery delivery

  • Slideshow - $85

    1 Extra Photo - $16.50

    10 Extra Photo - $110

    25 Extra Photos - $137.50

    All Photos + Slideshow - $165

    Short Video 1.5’’ - $250

    Travel fee from $55 if it’s more than one hour away from Rose Bay

    Mini Album | 6 x 6 inch | 20 pages | Linen Cover | Box - from AU$395

Family at a child's birthday party with a cake and decorations.

Kids Party - 2 hour Coverage - $695 gET $100 OFF BOOKING WEEKDAYS

  • Minimum of 150 edited images in high and low res

    2 hours coverage

    1 location

    Slideshow

    On line gallery delivery

  • Hour - $185

    Travel fee if it’s more than one hour away from Rose Bay

    Mini Album | 6 x 6 inch | 20 pages | Linen Cover | Box - from $395

A smiling woman holding a young girl in her arms against a white background. The woman is wearing a floral patterned blouse, and the girl is in a white dress. They both have long brown hair and are looking at the camera.

Family joy - 30min Mini session - $295 ONLY WEEKDAYS

  • 15 edited images (each session) in high and low res

    30 min session

    1 location - Around Rose Bay Area

    1 outfit

    On line gallery delivery

  • Slideshow - $85

    1 Extra Photo - $16.50

    10 Extra Photo - $110

    25 Extra Photos - $137.50

    All Photos + Slideshow - $165

    Mini Album | 6 x 6 inch | 20 pages | Linen Cover | Box - from $395

watch it, feel in love with your memories!

What to dRESS?

BE YOURSELF, SHOW YOUR PERSONALITY

When we are talking about lifestyle photography we are talking about being real, being ourselves. Most of the couples and new families I photograph are young parents and I incentive them to look cool. 

The most important aspect in my opinion is having a neutral pallet colour that will help harmonise with any background. For instance jeans, white/off-white, brown, creamy, mint, rose, all these dry colours. I would avoid strong colours like red, royal blue, and colourful prints.

Fabrics with natural fibres could be an elegant touch, like pure cotton, linen and silk. It’s also important the harmony of colours and style between the family members.

To make it simple for the man I suggest a linen shirt, or maybe just a plain cotton T-shirt with no brands or logos on it, with jeans or creamy pants. I would avoid shorts if your partner is nicely dressed, but if you decide to do something super casual at the beach, all good it can work!

For the woman, I recommend having the hair and natural professional make-up done ( check it with Bruna Reis, she can help you with that), it’s a special day and you must be glowing! Don’t worry, she has a very natural and sophisticated style.   

For the kids, you can bring a toy or a hat, maybe a lace, just put something that your kids love, a personal touch that you love.

Another suggestion that helps is searching for some references on Pinterest or even on my portfolio and making a mood board. Then you search the styles online and when you go shopping you know already the style you looking for. It also helps you get familiar with the poses.

Don’t worry if you still need help to decide, in our 30-minute video call I can help you!

Young child sitting on a rock outdoors, smiling, wearing a patterned dress, holding a yellow stuffed toy, and wearing colorful sneakers.
A smiling woman with two children in front of a tree. The girl on the left is wearing a pink dress and a purple hat. The boy on the right is wearing a green shirt. They appear to be enjoying an outdoor setting.
A woman with tattoos in a strappy top and orange pants holds a bouquet of flowers while a small child in a floral shirt and rain boots hugs her leg in a rustic kitchen setting.
Two smiling children, a boy in a black shirt and a girl in a yellow polka dot dress, hugging each other in front of a blackboard.

Witch LOCATION?

It is personal, and I recommend you choose a place that once more, represents a bit of your lifestyle and personality. Or some iconic spots to represent the place you are living. Maybe you will prefer it more private and do it at home, it can be cozy and meaningful!

Here are some suggestions: Opera House and Royal Botanic Gardens a classic, also Centennial Park, The Rocks for some urban vibes, and Newtown for some cool vibes. Any beach in Australia is beautiful I personally like Milk Beach, Shark Beach, Bondi, Tamarama and Bronte, Gordons and Coogee, and Curl Curl Beach, Freshwater.

Centennial Park for something more bush, forest, and greenery vibes. You can even hide an Airbnb! The possibilities are infinite but don’t worry I can help you with that!

Young child with blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing a floral dress and standing in front of a bush with small white flowers.
Two children hugging with greenery in the background. The child on the left is wearing a white shirt, the child on the right is in a pink top with a large pink bow in their hair.
Family sitting in front of Sydney Harbour Bridge, smiling and enjoying the view; young boy wearing sunglasses and hat.
A close-up of a family sitting together. A man in a dark shirt is holding hands with a woman in a pink sweater, who has her arm around a baby. The baby is wearing a green sweater and is holding a knitted toy.
A young girl with long dark hair wearing a pink sweater and a large pink bow in her hair, smiling and resting her chin on her hand, with a blurred natural background.

ALBUM

Memories that you can TOUCH

Mini albums from $395. Get $100 off and pay only $295 if adding it to one of the photography sessions.

Love NOTES

  • Fernanda

    “She captured our essence and lifestyle. I highly recommend her! Thanks Raquel for being so lovely and professional!”

  • Virginia

    “Amazing photographer! She got an artistic eye and such a beautiful approach. She captured exactly what I wanted and all my feelings and emotions through wonderful images“

  • Daniela

    “I loved my pregnancy photos and they were above my expectations. She helped us to choose a beautiful place and made this moment very special for us.”

  • Katia

    “She made our maternity photo shoot session very special, an enjoyable moment. Our memories will now last forever! ”

More than 90 reviews on google . 5 stars
A young child with pigtails wearing a yellow sweater, resting their chin on a wooden surface with a blurred natural background.

How to BOOK IT?

Please fill out the form as detailed as possible any questions you still have, an approximate date, and all the extras you might want to include.

I will answer you with a link quote, online contract, and invoice with all the information you need to make a 50% deposit. After the first payment, your date is safe! I am looking forward to making beautiful memories for you and your loved ones!

With love, Raquel Pires xx

thank yOU!