WHITE SALT
Melbourne In-Home Newborn
& Family Photographer
Heartfelt storytelling for families who want to remember how it truly felt.
hi, I am janine,
a Melbourne-based in-home family and Newborn photographer, and I'm here to document your people in your place, whether that's wrapped up on the couch or running barefoot in the backyard.
photos that are felt in the heart.
You want to remember your baby's sleepy stretch, the way your toddler throws their arms around your neck, the quiet chaos of every life at home, just as it is.
No forced smiles. No studio lights. Just honest, heartfelt moments captured. Because these fleeting, everyday moments are the ones that matter the most.
My goal is to capture
MELBOURNE FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
For wild-hearted families who want real connection over perfect poses. Whether it's cuddles on the couch or golden hour at the beach, I'll capture your family just being you.
MELBOURNE MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER
Celebrate this tender chapter with a Melbourne maternity session, ideally captured between 30–35 weeks, when your bump is beautifully round, and you're still feeling comfortable enough to soak it all in. A gentle pause to honour the magic of what's to come.
MELBOURNE NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER
Gentle, baby-led, and totally at home, because that's where your story begins. My Melbourne newborn photography sessions are calm, flexible and designed around your rythem.
Life doesn’t wait for perfect.
It unfolds in tiny moments and I’m here to document them all. From growing bellies to newborn snuggles, wild family days to unspoken bonds.
What Clients say
the experience
Cue the music, pop a bottle, go exploring, dance in the desert, get comfortable, do your thang. We’ll provide prompts to help you get comfortable (no need to worry about what to do with your hands), but mostly we’ll just hang out and let the magic happen.
What does Melbourne family photography cost?
Whether you’re welcoming a newborn, celebrating your pregnancy, or wanting to capture your family as you are right now, I create honest, artful photographs that feel like your life, not a photoshoot.
Every family is celebrated, seen, and safe here. Whether you’re a blended family, single parent, LGBTQIA+ parents, or chosen family, your story matters and deserves to be beautifully documented.
I’m a Melbourne-based family photographer and love travelling across the city (and beyond) to capture families in their favourite places. I regularly photograph in-home and outdoor sessions in Prahran, Hawthorn, Camberwell, Malvern, Richmond, Williamstown, Coburg, South Yarra, Brighton, the Mornington Peninsula and the Dandenong Ranges — and I’m always happy to explore new spots that are special to your family.
Yes! I photograph families all over Melbourne, including the inner suburbs, northern suburbs, bayside areas, eastern suburbs, and beyond. If your home is filled with love, I’ll happily come to you for an in-home family or newborn photography session.
Will you travel to my part of Melbourne for photos?
Trust me, most clients say the exact same thing. The beauty is, you don't have to look at the camera at all. My sessions aren't awkward and super posey, they are all about you spending quality time with your family. Once you start playing with your kids, you won't even notice I am there.
We aren't very natural in front of the camera. Help!
If you live there, it’s perfect. I don’t need a huge, spotless house. I just look for little patches of natural light and guide you from there. The mess, the toys, the everyday stuff? That’s part of your family story, and it photographs beautifully.
How do I know if my house is suitable for photos?
Classic Melbourne, right? If it’s pouring or freezing, we can reschedule, or switch to an in-home session. Overcast skies and even a little drizzle can actually look amazing in photos, so we’ll decide together on the day.
What if the weather turns bad on the day of an outdoor shoot?
The best time to book is while you’re still pregnant so we can reserve a spot in my calendar. Once your baby arrives, we’ll choose a day that feels right for your family. Whether that’s within the first two weeks for those sleepy, curled-up newborn images or a little later when your baby’s more alert and showing off their personality. I’ll come to you when you’re ready.
When’s the best time to book a newborn session?
Trust me, most clients say the exact same thing. The beauty is, you don't have to look at the camera at all. My sessions aren't awkward and super posey, they are all about you spending quality time with your family. Once you start playing with your kids, you won't even notice I am there.
