Category: Engaged

Proposal plans don’t always go exactly to plan, and Susan and Lucas’s Blue Mountains proposal was definitely one of those occasions! When you’re planning to ask someone to marry you, there’s usually quite a bit happening behind the scenes. Choosing the perfect location, keeping everything a surprise, working out the …

If I asked you how many photos of your children are sitting on your phone right now, what would the answer be? Hundreds? Thousands? Now here’s another question. How many of those photographs do your children actually see? We live in a wonderful time where we can photograph almost every …

Preparing for a new baby comes with a seemingly endless list of things to organise. There are appointments to remember, tiny clothes to buy, a nursery to prepare, and names to consider. Somewhere amongst all of that planning, you may also be thinking about newborn photography. One of the most …

When most families think about booking a photography session, spring and autumn are often the first seasons that come to mind. However, after photographing families throughout the Blue Mountains for many years, I’ve discovered something special—winter family photos often create some of the most heartfelt and meaningful memories of all.There’s …

After nearly 14 years of photographing beautiful families, weddings, newborns and couples across the Blue Mountains, I’m really excited to share that things are growing in some new directions.Don’t worry — nothing’s changing with our core services. I still absolutely love capturing newborn sessions, family photography and weddings. That will …

The Easter long weekend is one of those rare opportunities when everyone is actually home together. No school runs, no work deadlines, just quality family time in one of the most beautiful regions in Australia. If you’ve been thinking about booking a family photo session, Easter weekend in the Blue …

There’s something truly magical about autumn in the Blue Mountains. The light gets softer, the air turns crisp, and those golden leaves create the most stunning natural backdrop for family photos. If you’ve been thinking about booking a family session, let me tell you why right now is absolutely perfect. …

Every yawn, stretch, and sleepy snuggle feels like a quiet miracle — and those moments deserve to be remembered beautifully. At Rachel H Photography, I believe timeless newborn photos come down to three simple things: props, light, and love. Each plays a special role in creating those natural, emotional images …

There’s something magical about those first few days at home with your baby. The sleepy snuggles. The soft little sighs. The in-between moments that catch you off guard and steal your heart. That’s where lifestyle newborn photography really shines. If you’re anything like most new mums I photograph here in …

When the frost begins to thaw and wildflowers start waking up, the Blue Mountains transform into a romantic wonderland — and honestly, there’s no better time to plan a surprise proposal. If you’re dreaming of popping the question somewhere that feels straight out of a movie, let me walk you …