Jess & her boys – MotherhooD Session Burleigh

This session wasn’t about “posing” or ticking off a shot list. It was a beach day — simple, messy, and full of joy.

We met at Burleigh Heads with kites, watermelon, and zero expectations. The kids were barefoot before we even started, racing down to the shoreline, hair wild and grins wide. There was no need to tell them to smile — the happiness was already there.

One of my favourite things about motherhood sessions on the Gold Coast is how they evolve naturally when we stop treating them like photoshoots. It’s not about being perfectly dressed or standing still for the camera. It’s about letting your kids be themselves — loud, sandy, and unapologetically free.

We let the kites fly high against the afternoon sky, juice from fresh watermelon dripping down tiny arms, and giggles rolling over the sound of waves. Those are the moments I live for. They tell the real story of your family — the laughter, the chaos, the quiet glances in between.

The magic of a Burleigh Heads motherhood session is that it feels like an extension of your life, not a staged moment. We play, we move, and we let the day unfold. You get to see yourself with your kids as you truly are — present, loving, and in the thick of this beautiful, messy season of motherhood.

These photos are more than just images; they’re memories you can hold in your hands. One day, your kids will look back at these and remember that day on the beach — the sticky fingers, the flying kites, the way you held them close as the sun went down.

If you want your own motherhood session at Burleigh Heads or anywhere on the Gold Coast, I’d love to create something meaningful and fun for you. Reach out here, and let’s make it a day to remember.