The Connected Chapter

A storytelling family session that celebrates the beautiful chaos, heartfelt connections, and timeless moments that define your family.

Nicole Johnson Photography | Newcastle Lifestyle Family Photographer

Not just a photo session—a legacy in motion.

This is for families who want more than pretty pictures. You want truth. Emotion. Chaos, comfort, connection—the good stuff.

No stiff poses. No awkward “say cheese.”
Just you, being you—with all the laughter, the wildness, the love.

These sessions are relaxed and real. I’ll guide you when needed, but mostly? You just show up, love on your people, and I’ll take care of the rest.

Why it matters

Because one day, this chapter will be part of your family’s story.
The noise, the mess, the way their hand fits perfectly in yours—it changes. And fast.

Let’s hold on to it.

Worried about your kids “behaving”?

Please don’t be.

The best images come when kids are free to be themselves. That means jumping, snuggling, exploring, and occasionally giving me a cheeky side-eye.

I’m here for the twirls, the tug-of-war cuddles, the wild giggles mid-run.
That’s where the magic lives.

So take a breath. Let go. The beauty is already there—I’m just here to make sure you don’t forget it.

You’re my people if…

  • You believe the best moments are the unscripted ones—muddy feet, messy hair, giggling chaos and all.

  • Your kids are a little wild, a little loud, and full of personality (and you wouldn’t have it any other way).

  • You’d rather have photos that make you feel something than look like everyone else’s curated Instagram feed.

  • You secretly (or not so secretly) want a session that feels more like play than posing.

  • You want to remember the connection, not the chaos—or maybe both, because that’s real life.

  • You’re not afraid to kick off your shoes, cuddle your people, and just be in the moment.

Nicole is amazing at what she does. Her experience working with kids makes her the perfect photographer for families with children.

She’s patient, understanding and can make any situation work. I’m looking forward to having more family shoots done in the future to capture each year with my children; I want to make it a tradition now; and I know with Nicole I will be in safe hands.
— Rose

Everything You Need for a meaningful, stress-free session:

  • Planning Chat A laid-back phone or email convo so I can get to know your fam and tailor the session to you.

  • Location Help Want a hidden gem or somewhere meaningful to you? Let’s find a spot that fits.

  • Styling Advice I’ll guide you on what photographs well and fits your vibe. (But if your kid shows up in a cape? Let it happen.)

  • One Hour Session Plenty of time to settle in, play, connect, and just be yourselves.

  • Sneak Peek Slideshow Music + moments = tears. Just a heads up.

  • Private Gallery 15 high-res images, ready to download, share, print, or hug. Upgrade to the full gallery for $200 if you’re like, “I want them all.”

  • Pro Print Shop Access Easy, stunning print options straight from your gallery.

A family of five, including two women and three young boys, gathers around a large piece of driftwood on a beach near a lake during sunset at Nords Wharf Lake Macquarie.

I know that booking a photoshoot with kids can feel like a gamble. What if they’re shy? What if they melt down? What if you feel awkward? I get it—and I’ve got you.

With years of experience and a calm, playful approach, I’ll guide you every step of the way so you can show up, exhale, and just be yourselves.

Most families leave our session saying, “That was actually fun.” And when you see your images? You’ll feel seen, loved, and so damn grateful you said yes to this.

What’s Included in Your Experience...

Perfect for capturing your family’s true essence

Up to 1 hour of connection, chaos, and calm
15 high-res images
Private online gallery
Option to upgrade to full gallery for $200

From

$349

This one is just for your core crew—the ones who share the morning snuggles and the midnight wakeups.


We’ll go where your memories live. The places you feel most like you—that’s where the magic happens.

You won’t just see these moments—you’ll feel them in your bones.

The joy, the chaos, the love—it’ll all come rushing back every time you look.

These are the images that will sit on your walls and stop you in your tracks years from now. Not just “nice” photos—but real ones. .

The belly laughs, the cuddles, the wild hair and dirty feet, the way your child looked at you like you hung the moon.

When you get your gallery, it’ll feel like someone held up a mirror to the beauty in your everyday chaos—and said, “Hey, this matters. This is love.”

A family of three, including a pregnant woman, a man, and a young boy, walking barefoot on rocks at the beach during sunset at Caves Beach Lake Macquarie captured by Nicole Johnson Photography

Still reading?

Here’s the heart of it:
I don’t want to give you perfect.
I want to give you truth.

The hand-holding, the tickles, the quiet glances in between the chaos. This is your family—beautifully unscripted. And this is your chance to remember it just as it was.

Let’s bottle it up before it changes again.