Family Portrait Photography
Capturing the Heart of Your Family in Every Photo
Waikato, Hamilton, Cambridge // Bay of Plenty, Waihi Beach, Tauranga
Freeze Time with Beautiful Family Portraits That Tell Your Story
Preservation of Family Legacy
Families are ever-evolving, with each stage bringing its own unique dynamics. A family portrait freezes a moment in time, preserving the current chapter of your collective story for future generations.
Celebration of Relationships
Family portraits celebrate the unique relationships within your family. They highlight the special bond between siblings, the love of generations, the joy of parents and children, and even the connection with pets. It’s about capturing the essence of these relationships that define the family’s identity.
Capturing Growth and Change
As children grow and family members age, capturing these moments becomes a way to document life’s journey. Each portrait serves as a milestone, showing how your family has grown and changed over the years.
Strengthening Bonds
The process of coming together for a family portrait can itself be a bonding experience. It’s an activity that requires cooperation and often leads to shared laughter and memories, further strengthening your family bond.
“My hubby and I both hate having our photo taken and we were worried about how this family session would go and whether we would even like any of the photos. But…Ruth made it so relaxed and fun. We didn’t feel self-conscious and she put us at ease. She also managed our 4 full-on crazy fun kids, giving them room to just themselves all the while getting incredible photos. We were blown away by our family photos. They will be treasured for years to come.”
“Ruth captures magic! This is the second time she has taken family photos for us and both times has exceeded expectations. I love our photos! She is kind and professional to work with, my kids had so much fun and you can see it in the photos. Love, love, love!!!!”
Crafting Timeless Family Portraits in the Waikato and Beyond
Before your photoshoot
Before photographing your family, I like to get to know you, your ideas and your expectations, so your Preshoot Consultation kicks off the Process.
I want the scoop on you, your family and any other kids or pets. Understanding your family dynamics allows me to capture your personalities and relationships as they really are.
Your every question will be answered, including:
- What types of clothing photograph best?
- What would you like to do with the images?
- And other burning questions such as whether or not to bring the family pet (the answer is, “yes!”)
On the day
During the shoot its my job to place you in natural and flattering poses and to document the real and authentic moments as they happen. This leaves you free to enjoy how things unfold, and have trust in me to get the shot.
Family portrait photoshoots are not timed but typically take between 45 to 90 minutes.
Don’t worry about dated photographs that look on-trend this year but won’t last – with over 15 years of experience, I’ll make sure you’ve got timelessly stylish photographs that you’ll be proud to share with the grandkids in 40 years’ time!
After your photoshoot
After your session, I expertly curate and prepare your proof gallery ready for you to view and select your favorite images to own.
Once that’s done, you can relax. I’ll finalise the edits and make them shine! The digital files that have been purchased will be delivered via the online gallery – perfect for easy sharing with family and friends.
Family photography packages
10 digital files
All my family photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $850
15 digital files
All my family photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $1,100
20 digital files
All my family photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $1,250
30 digital files
All my family photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $1,600
all digital files
All my family photoshoot packages come with:
- What to wear guide
- Location planning
- Pre-shoot questionnaire
- Up to 90 minutes
- Mileage within 30 km of Hamilton CBD
- Complimentary 11 x 14 matted print (worth $100)
Investment: $2,200
Photo prints
Your photos deserve to be up on the wall !
To simplify the process, I’ve got a range of printed options available that you can order directly from your photo gallery.
I understand choosing what images to print & what size can be a daunting and confusing task! If you’d like a complimentary print planning consultation, I can help you figure out exactly what you need, for your own home, space and budget.
Framed Images
Your photos, professionally printed on fine-art paper or museum-quality canvas, are expertly framed and ready to hang straight up on the wall.
Wall art – as framed prints or canvas – is easy and effortless for you – just select the frame colour and size, and I’ll do the rest.
Landscape, portrait or square
Starting at $350
Wall Collections
Wall collections are a stunning way to enjoy your memories in print. Below are just a small sample of the frame wall collections I have available. These can also be custom-made to suit your wall space available, the images that you already have, and what you’d like to do in the future.
Starting at $450
Wall Story
A beautiful way to tell the story of your family, Your wall story can display, four, nine or ten images, matted, in one frame.
Starting at $850
Image Boxes
A beautiful box of matted photographs is a versatile way to display your images.
You can frame them as you’d like, put them on little easels or displays around your home, or leave them in the box as a keepsake and pull them out to share like you would with an album. Your beautiful prints will be presented in a handmade box designed to keep your images safe for years to come.
6 x 8″ prints matted to 8 x 10″ size or 8″ x 11 “matted to 11″ x 14” size
Starting at $500
Heirloom Albums
A beautiful bespoke heirloom album filled with gorgeous memories.
Starting at $1500
The hard work is over. Your portraits are on the walls of your home, and your phone has blown up with messages about your photos. Sit back and take credit for creating those beautiful humans that are your family and enjoy seeing the people you love on the walls of your home every day!
Hi, I’m Ruth Gilmour – Family Photographer
In our family photography sessions, we focus on capturing the essence and dynamics of your family’s story.
Recognising that every family has its own rhythm and personality, I aim to create images that are authentic and true to who you are.
Whether it’s the quiet moments of connection, the spontaneous bursts of joy, or simply the everyday love and chaos, I’m there to document it all.
My approach is personal and relaxed, ensuring that your photographs genuinely reflect your family’s spirit and bonds, preserving these memories for generations to come.
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Ready to capture your story?
Connect and Share Your Vision
Reach out and share the details of the memories you want captured. Let’s talk about your vision and what these moments mean to you.
Let’s Plan Your Perfect Shoot
We’ll craft a personalised photo session plan. This includes choosing locations, discussing styles, and understanding the nuances to ensure every significant detail is captured. I’ll be your hype girl at the shoot, bringing the energy and the fun. You’ll feel like you’re hanging out with an old friend who happens to be attached to a camera!
Relive and Cherish Every Moment
After the shoot, you’ll receive a collection of beautifully captured images. These timeless photographs will let you relive your cherished moments, allowing you to experience the joy and emotion of those special times again and again.
Where do we do the photoshoot? (and other questions you might have)
