I am a family lifestyle photographer based in the scenic Blue Mountains. I am all about the organic candid moments and the natural play and wonder in children.

I love capturing genuine emotions and connections, the love and companionship gifted to us by animals and the calming essence and beauty of nature.

Living in the Blue Mountains, I am mum to identical twin pre-schoolers Aiden & Ezra, and our rescued doggo, Bandit. When my husband and I learned we were going to be parenting twins, we both laughed, as secretly it was what we had hoped for after having fertility troubles. While they have their challenges (Aiden was born with a unilateral cleft lip and palate, and both boys are autistic), they bring us immeasurable amounts of joy. They are the most amazing little characters who make us laugh so much every day.

Family is so important to me and as a mother, I know how the parts of life we value the most seem to fly by in the blink of an eye. I also know how quickly we seem to forget the small details - the little gestures they make, how fast their little faces change and their hair thickens as they grow. I strive to capture those fleeting moments so they can be remembered forever.

I am very sentimental and have always been the one with a camera in hand.

my world captured by Shannon Smiles Photography

I am very sentimental and have always been the one with a camera in hand.

It is my wish to help document the love you share, the daily expressions of joy and affection and the beauty of the ordinary, in a heartfelt and timeless way, so that you can look back and reminisce together in years to come and say, “Remember when…”

I adore the great outdoors and have a deep connection with nature. I love to incorporate beautiful landscapes and sunsets in your family shoots. I want to celebrate your families and your unique love. 

I want you to think of your session, not as a photoshoot, but more as an experience. I want you to view your session as a chance to spend time as a family, to create new memories, have lots of fun and explore somewhere new, and I’m just coming along for the ride.

A session with me will feel relaxed and easy-going with a focus on play and connection, allowing me to capture the little moments, the natural gestures and genuine laughter. Let the kids run amok. Rumble with them. Tickle them. Whisper little secrets. Explore the environment with them. They’re only this little once.

“Absolutely amazing! We had Lisa capture special moments from throughout my pregnancy and again as a family unit once bub was here, and we couldn't be more grateful!
They're absolutely incredible and brought tears to my eyes! I'm in awe and will cherish them forever! Lisa was very understanding and patient especially with our grizzly little man during the family shoot! Very professional and a pleasure to work with. Thanks again!! x”

Ashley