Brisbane Documentary & Editorial Photographer

I capture what words often miss

Narrative-led photography for individuals and brands who want their stories captured with intention.

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The best photographs don’t just show a moment.

They hold a story.

I focus on the in-between moments where emotion lives, where people forget the camera and something real appears.

Because those are the moments we remember.

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Ways We Can Work Together

PRIVATE SOLO SESSIONS

Personal portraits that feel honest, not staged
For individuals who want story-led portraits that feel relaxed, honest and cinematic.
COUPLE SESSIONS

Capturing moments and stories between couples
For couples who want to relive their most heartfelt moments. Elopements, anniversaries, and pre-wedding couple stories.
FAMILY/GROUP SESSIONS

Documenting moments as they naturally unfold
For family events, parties, baby showers, and other meaningful celebrations where the real magic lives in the interactions, not the poses.
COMMERCIAL AND BRAND SHOOTS

Visual storytelling for brands that care about meaning
For brands and campaigns that want their identity and values told in resonant and impactful photography.

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What It’s Like to Work Together

"(Esther) has great work ethics and easy to work with"

Jazmin - Model (IG @jazminaff)
“My shoot with Esther was so fun! Loved her ideas and visions. It was interesting to see the pictures come to life. I loved the pictures she took. She has great work ethics and easy to work with. Overall an amazing experience shooting with her <33”
"Love the photography and creative flow making the shoot lively, fun with great outcomes"

Rosemary L. - Model (IG @rozmuhree)
“Esther is super professional and easy to work with. Love the photography and creative flow making the shoot lively, fun with great outcomes! I can totally be myself through her lens!”
"If you've got big ideas and big stories to tell, I can't imagine anyone else capturing it the way Esther will"

C.K. - Brand Designer, Founder of CzarCreates
"I do a lot of things, so I knew my brand photos needed to communicate both range and a cohesive narrative. I wanted the ability to use these photos across multiple platforms without worrying about it fitting the aesthetic and brand. But I thought it wasn't possible and that the concept was too messy to capture.
So I was ready to settle on the idea of having 3 x industry-specific brand shoots that looked "clear" but also generic... until I saw Esther's work 😭 She prioritises telling people's stories and big ideas over just "looking professional"…”
"The results feel so alive and true to me"

Maggie H. - Coach, Founder of Freedompath
“Esther has this amazing gift for turning my scattered ideas into beautiful photos and gorgeous storytelling film portraits that nail all the real moments. The results feel so alive and true to me. She’s incredible if you want your vision captured through photos and videos.”
"Esther’s thoughtful preparation and communication made the whole process feel smooth and stress-free."

Catherine C. - Client for a baby shower shoot
“We had a wonderful experience with our baby shower photographer, Esther. From the very beginning, Esther’s thoughtful preparation and communication made the whole process feel smooth and stress-free. On the day, she was kind, professional, and incredibly easy to work with, which helped everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We’re very happy with the overall photo results, Esther captured the special moments beautifully. Thank you, Esther, for helping us preserve such a meaningful day so perfectly.”
"(The photos) felt like memories I’ll be able to come back to years from now"

Vivian F. - Client for a travel documentary shoot
“I first came across Esther’s work through her everyday photographs. They felt really genuine and not staged or overdone.
When we did the shoot, there wasn’t any pressure to perform or pose in a certain way. Esther mostly just observed and captured things as they happened, which made the whole process feel really comfortable.
When I saw the photos I realised they captured more than just the moment itself. They felt like memories I’ll be able to come back to years from now.”