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RACHAEL GERHARD PHOTOGRAPHY

LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY  

Morgan Wells

Modern portrait & wedding photography

Morgan Wells

Modern portrait & wedding photography

Morgan Wells

Modern portrait & wedding photography

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MOMENTS WORTH EVERYTHING



STEP INTO THE LIGHT, THE LAUGHTER, THE IN-BETWEEN.

WHERE YOUR LOVE, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR LIFE IS FELT, NOT PERFORMED.

I PHOTOGRAPH SUNSHInE COAST FAMILIES AND BRANDS WHO WANT IMAGERY THAT'S TENDER, TIMELESS, AND QUIETLY BEAUTIFUL.
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MATERNITY

 

From that first little kick you feel until you get to meet your new babe you want to remember it all. You want to hold on to every second. Let’s celebrate that short little time by bottling it up and saving it forever, with an empowering and timeless maternity photography session.

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NEWBORN

 

If you’re a parent for the first time, you’re going to want to look back on these oxytocin filled days, and all of the tiny details of your baby, that will change so rapidly. The perfect skin, tiny hands and feet and first eye contact. I love working with parents to capture the raw tenderness and the connection with this new little member of your family.

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FAMILIES

 

As parents, we’re in a constant race with time, trying to save every moment we have with our kids. Their first smile, first words, first steps. The way they run into our hands for a hug. These are priceless.

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LIFESTYLE FASHION

Your pieces deserve to be seen in motion — worn, lived in, and luminous. Not flat-lays and white walls, but real light, real locations, and imagery that makes someone stop and want.

I work with swimwear, activewear, jewellery, and clothing brands on the Sunshine Coast to create fashion imagery that feels editorial without losing its warmth.


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BRANDING

Because your brand is more than a logo and a colour palette. It’s the feeling someone gets when they land on your page, open your email, or find you mid-scroll at 10pm.

Testimonials

"What a beautiful experience being photographed by Rach. I am not someone who is comfortable in front of the camera but with the guidance from Rachel I felt so relaxed. She has such a good eye for detail, and I LOVE the way the photos came out. Would absolutely book another shoot with her for both personal family shots and for my business as she has a talent to capturing both. "

LYNDSEY PARKINSON ~ BRANDING

"If you’re looking for a photographer who is both professional and warm, and who goes above and beyond to make your shoot enjoyable, Rachael is absolutely brilliant. I have used her for both a maternity and Mother’s Day shoot, and most recently a family shoot, and every experience has been amazing. Rach makes you feel so comfortable and at ease in front of the camera, and she has such a gift for working with kids."

ALEX ~ FAMILY

"Rachael made our Maternity and Newborn shoot so comfortable, relaxed and fun! I highly recommend her, she is also a Mum so is really understanding when it came to our newborn photos, bub was hangry and she didn’t rush any of the feedings and just worked around us."

courtney ~ maternity + newborn

Testimonials

"Rachael captured both my maternity and newborn photos, which was incredibly special, especially since it was for my first baby girl. From the start, Rachael worked with me, brainstorming locations and nailing the vibe I envisioned for both shoots. I can't recommend her enough! Not only is she warm and approachable, she has a talent for adapting each session to fit the moment. She navigated challenging weather, a spirited toddler, and a sometimes fussy newborn."

mel ~ Maternity + newborn

"Rach was amazing to shoot with and made everyone feel at ease. She is especially great at wrangling little kids! Our photos will be so treasured and are such a beautiful keepsake for us to look back on."

Jess ~ family

"I had the most beautiful experience shooting in Rachael's home studio. The space itself is so calming, light-filled and thoughtfully styled, you instantly feel relaxed the moment you walk in. She has such a natural way of directing without it feeling forced, which made the whole shoot feel effortless and really allowed me to be myself. The attention to detail, the energy she brings, and the way she captures moments is really special! I had the most beautiful experience shooting in Rachael's home studio. The space itself is so calming, light-filled and thoughtfully styled, you instantly feel relaxed the moment you walk in."

nina ~ branding

Testimonials

"I loved my photo shoot with Rachael. She's organised and efficient and has some wonderful ideas that capture the essence of who you are and what you're wanting to create."

julie ~ branding

"Rachael was all round amazing! From the time I organised my newborn shoot to when bub was born to arrange the date, she was so helpful and very quick with communicating what I needed to do and where I needed to go. Not to mention her amazing photos! She made me feel at ease the whole shoot and just took the most beautiful candid photos. I can't recommend her higher! You won't regret the investment."

anna ~ newborn

"We couldn’t be happier with the photos that Rachael took, I absolutely love them all.


She made us all so welcome, relaxed and at ease, it was a beautiful family time. It felt natural and comfortable like with an old friend! We can’t wait to have you taking our photos again once baby girl arrives!"

patricia ~ maternity

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Let’s CREATE YOUR STORY

I look forward to hearing from you and helping you create memories that will last a lifetime.