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Wanna know one of the things past attendees love most about RISE? The fact that RISE has TWO shoot alongs. Most workshops give you just one.

The other thing I do differently… I book real families. Big, beautiful, energy-filled families.

This crew had HOUR kids (plus another in the oven) and I was in my absolute element. Sooo much love, so many personalities, so much life in every shot. I adore capturing big families.

But I know for a lot of family photographers, a bigger family booking can feel intimidating. Where do we start? How do I get everyone in the shot perfectly? How do I keep the session flowing?

It’s actually something the women who’ve been through RISE tell me all the time… they love that I don’t just line up “easy” model families for the shoot alongs. Real families, real dynamics, real moments of chaos and love. That’s what builds the confidence you actually use on your next booking.

Yamba on the 2nd of October is your last chance to join RISE for 2026.

Comment or DM me “RISE” and I’ll send you the details x

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Behind the Scenes at Rise, on film 🎞️ 🌞

Such an honour to capture this incredible creative day & the photographer who is usually behind the lens, gorgeous Polly @pollyjanephotography 🥹🧡...

If you’re a photographer in Australia, there is one more Rise Workshop coming this year… tag your camera club besties to let them know about @pollyjane.education 📸

More snaps coming of each shoot with gorgeous mama’s & families @zorobertson_ @thegoodlifegriffiths , at this heavenly mid century gem by the lake.

Grateful to my Jods @stillsbyjp for introducing me to Polly & taking me on the road trip in the first place 🚐 🌊

All photos are 35mm film photography taken by @sophierowlands___ on Canon 10QD SLR with kodak gold & portra, at Rise South Coast

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🌞 The golden glow of road trips with gorgeous @stillsbyjp

🌙 Sipping exquisite @artemiswines pink Pinot Grigio on the front veranda

🌞 Never saying no to mirror selfies

🌙 Getting creative in the sun & moonlight at Rise with @pollyjane.education @pollyjanephotography

🌞 Starting the day with strong coffees & tasty pastries @milkwoodberry

🌙 Always admiring flowers & the moon

[ Film 🎞️ taken by me on my 90s Canon & photos of me by my girl @stillsbyjp ]

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Can I let you in on something? I’m a little bit fussy when it comes to booking houses for RISE.

Pretty isn’t enough. I need a house that’s going to teach you something.

This South Coast one was a dream for that. Big pockets of gorgeous light, but also some genuinely tricky harsh sun… which I was thrilled about. Because that’s what trips you up on real shoots.

Everyone walked away with portfolio images they were so proud of. That’s the goal, every time.

So if you’ve been watching these sneak peeks thinking “ok I need to come to RISE”… Yamba on the 2nd of October is it. The LAST RISE for 2026.

Two shoot alongs. A crazy cool house. And a full day of education where I hold nothing back.

Comment or DM me “RISE” for the details x

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AS OUR NEEDS EVOLVE, THE GARDEN BECOMES A VITAL SANCTUARY...

At our latest Pathways project in Longueville, nature is not confined to the ground floor; it is woven into the very fabric of the architecture. By integrating lush balcony planters and green roofs alongside deep-soil planting on natural grade, we ensure that greenery remains a constant companion across every story.

The landscape is designed to breath with its surroundings, melding seamlessly into the native bushland to the east, while providing an engaging interface with the public domain along Longueville Road to the west.

For the residents, that spend a good part of their time indoors, these gardens serve as curated, living artworks; keeping them tethered to their lush surrounds and the beauty of the changing seasons. Beyond the glass, wide circulation paths encourage gentle movement, while secluded nooks offer a restorative retreat for the dedicated carers and loved ones who visit.

Landscape architecture, design, documentation, plant procurement & site supervision: @svalbe.co + @brendanmoar
Architecture: @mdparchitecture
Interior architecture & design: @tsd.studio
Planning: @gydeconsulting
Project management: @farellcoyneprojects
For: @pathways_residences

#seniorsliving
#bushlandsanctuary
#landscape
#landscapearchitecture

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Just a handful of some of the legends I met @melbflowershow Gilly, Jake, fans, garden groups and more, a heartfelt thanks for an amazing 2 weeks.
@mpfgardencompany
@warnersnurseries @jasonhodgesandco @clairebicklesgoodlife @felco_australia @jamiedurie @brendanmoar @ngivictoria @mattonapoletanopizzeria @mattyorklandscapearchitect @instyle_gardens @emma_doman_design @starkliving.co @realgrahamross @melissakinginthegarden @cb_gardening_frankston

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A SLICE of RETRO HEAVEN @theislahotel to welcome in the weekend. Planting now making all the difference 4 years on from installation...delightfully softening what was formerly a sea of asphalt. Very nice to stop in and visit this cutie pie project during our recent visit to the east coast.

Landscape Architecture & Design: @svalbe.co + @brendanmoar
Architectural + Interior alts, adds & refurbishment: @thosearchitects

#retrocoastalhotel
#coastalescape
#banksiaintegrifolia

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Corten steel terraced garden
Sedum Dichondra

Design by @brendanmoar
Construction @designitlandscapes
Plants @exotic_nurseries

#gardendesign #landscaping #sedum #exteriordesign #landscapedesign

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Celebrating 35 years of @robmallett last week with beautiful people. 💕⭐️

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SPEAKING OF BIODIVERSITY…close to 4000 plants were carefully procured to fit these voluptuous curves + the other planters, green roof areas and pots to the upper levels of the development.

This curvaceous, multi-tiered easterly terrace forms a ‘bushland buffer’ to an area of adjoining native bush. As such, the palette was heavily driven by Lane Cove Council’s local plant species list.

Key to us getting exactly wanted in terms of species and size was us, as Landscape Architects procuring the plants rather than having this role delegated to the builder or landscape contractor.

The second critical factor was us working with local growers for over a year out from the install date on growing up and caring for our precious green friends. Thanks to @sydneywildflowernursery & @treesimpact for facilitating this relationship and keeping calm when inevitably timings shifted and changed.

At the other end of the process, big high 5s to @leathwood_au for your patience + care with the install. We look forward to working with you on the ongoing tweaks to the maintenance of this creation over the coming year.

Landscape Architecture, Design, Documentation, Plant Procurement & Site Supervision: @svalbe.co & @brendanmoar
Landscape install + maintenance: @leathwood_au
For: @pathways_residences

#biodiversity
#landscapearchitecture
#nativeplants
#localgrowers
#sydneywildflowers

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PRACTICAL COMPLETION DAY on this epic, 5 years in the making project. For some disciplines the work is largely done. For landscape, this is really just the beginning of the next journey...of things growing, adapting, and, all going well, reaching their full potential.

15 years of working with our incredible client @pathways_residences . It is their belief in how much landscape brings to the table that allows us to dream big and see the projects through all stages.

The biggest of hugs to my landscape partner and adored friend @brendanmoar for making every project we share such a delectable adventure.

Landscape Architecture, Design, Documentation & Site Supervision: @svalbe.co + @brendanmoar
Plant supply: @sydneywildflowernursery
Advanced trees: @treesimpact
Landscape Install: @leathwood_au
Architecture: @mdparchitecture
Interiors:@tsd.studio
Build:@hansen_yuncken
Planning: @gyde
Project Management: @farrellcoyneprojects

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A few days of stillness amongst the chaos of our lives was exactly what we needed to find our feet again. ✨
After Rob’s emergency appendix surgery in Singapore and our Europe trip getting cancelled, we really needed a little reset and recovery time. 💛
Our friends Brendan and Josh let us stay at their peaceful Airbnb in Burrill Lake… and tbh, we didn’t want to leave.

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