WELCOME TO

The Giggles &

Gumboots Project

(👇 for all the info)

I'm looking to capture some FUN kids & families in beautiful, natural locations for a new studio display. COMPLIMENTARY photography session plus $200 wall art credit to say THANK YOU.

Winter in Melbourne is amazing for photography – the light is crisp and beautiful, the sun sets at a more kid-friendly time and we have all of the best parks, beaches and bushland to ourselves. So, if your kids love to head outside at any time of year and are happiest jumping in a big puddle, I'd love to hear from you. 

You must register by August 31st to be part of this project.

Scroll down for more information.

Some previous Hugster Families

“What a great morning it was! The photos turned out beautifully and the grandparents were very, very happy with their Christmas present. Thanks Hugster for making our first family photo shoot something we’ll cherish for many years to come”
Bronwyn

Port Melbourne

The fine print

The photoshoot can take place anytime in the next 3 months, but to be selected, we need to start planning the session before August 31st.

This is your one chance to look back at this monumental moment in time, and capture your child's personality in print.

If selected, you'll receive a full family portrait session, and we'll select the perfect winter location together.

I’ll only be offering this promotion to a few selected families so get in quick!

The fine print

The photoshoot can take place anytime in the next 3 months, but to be selected, we need to start planning the session before August 31st.

This is your one chance to look back at this monumental moment in time, and capture your child's personality in print.

If selected, you'll receive a full family portrait session, and we'll select the perfect winter location together.

I’ll only be offering this promotion to a few selected families so get in quick!

Come in, have a look around

Watch the short video below to meet our photographer and learn more about Hugster
We're currently doing all meetings, planning and photo selection online, so you can now do it all on your couch in your pyjamas! Hopefully this video gives you a good taste of who we are and what we do though.

Testimonials

“I knew our photos would be lovely, but wow! It’s not just the pictures that are great – our recollection of the whole session with Iain is so overwhelmingly positive and really adds to how much we love the record of it!”

Melanie, Carlton Gardens

“Iain has a knack for capturing the perfect picture at the perfect time. Our kids were made to feel so relaxed and at ease by Iain that the family pictures he captured are just so natural and fun. No cheese whatsoever!
Our family photographer and our wedding photographer…cannot sing Iain and Jo's praises enough”

Jayne, Braeside

“What a great morning it was! The photos turned out beautifully and the grandparents were very, very happy with their Christmas present. Thanks Hugster for making our first family photo shoot something we’ll cherish for many years to come.”

Bronwyn, Port Melbourne

“I knew our photos would be lovely, but wow! It’s not just the pictures that are great – our recollection of the whole session with Iain is so overwhelmingly positive and really adds to how much we love the record of it!”

Melanie, Carlton Gardens

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hugster located?

We're in Mount Waverley, and our portrait sessions are held at beautiful outdoor locations across the South-east and Bayside suburbs of Melbourne. We've got plenty of great locations, so I'm sure we can find one within your 25km radius.

 

What do I get?

A chance for your family to participate in a fun, natural portrait session with one of Melbourne's most sought after family photographers, Iain Sim. Every family who participates will receive a COMPLIMENTARY photography session plus a $200 credit towards any of our products to say thank you.

 

Can I have my whole family photographed?

It's a great idea to include the whole family in this portrait experience. It's more fun if you're all involved and you'll also see a different side to your kids when they're engaging with each parent in the photos too.

 

Can I purchase photographs?

Yes, of course, you do have the opportunity to purchase photographs after your session. We also have great design software which can make it very easy for you to select the right size, shape and finish for your walls. As a guide, we have finished wall prints from $590, custom wall collections from $1590 and smaller mounted prints from $290 each. We also have interest-free payment plans up to 12 months.

 

How long do you keep the photos for?

Photos are kept for 28 days after your Big Reveal meeting where you get to see the pictures and choose your favourites. Any images you purchase are also archived so that we can help you keep them safe.

 

How long does the portrait session take?

Every family is different, but you can expect it to take 60-90 minutes. We allow up to 2 hours just in case your kids need a bit of “warm-up” time 🙂

 

What if it rains?

Don't worry, if it's forecast to rain at the time of your session we'll happily re-schedule for you. One or two photos in light rain can be fun, but a whole shoot isn't. We want these sessions to be a great experience for the whole family.

Are you

ready?

Are you ready?