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Surf Coast Brand & Lifestyle Photographer

Capturing soulful, natural moments for women entrepreneurs, creatives, and families.

A young woman with long brown hair, wearing a blue shirt, a green sweater vest, ripped jeans, and brown shoes, sitting cross-legged on a concrete floor in front of a white brick wall and holding a camera over her shoulder.

Welcome. Aloha. G’Day.

I’m Leslie, an international photographer, writer, free-spirit, surfer, travel addict and book nerd. I’m a US transplant and live on the Surf Coast in Victoria.

Nothing fuels me more than supporting women who are passionately pursuing their dreams. Alright if I’m being honest - coffee, community, exploring in nature, travelling, and collaborating with fellow creatives fuels me pretty well too!

When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me playing at the beach with my family, practising my cross-step, at a yoga class, absorbed in a library book, or shopping for plants and op-shop treasures.

Signature Sessions - Let’s Work Together

  • A woman practicing a handstand on the sandy beach during sunset.

    Personal Branding

    Your personal branding shoot is as unique as you and your business. There is no set location, no list of must-have props, and no two mood boards look the same. Each photoshoot is customised to you and your needs, and I’ll be your guide and co-creator each step of the way.

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  • A woman with long hair lying on a bed, breastfeeding a baby while looking down at the baby.

    Motherhood

    Motherhood is a wild, raw and beautiful ride. Whether you’re pregnant with your first, chasing after toddlers, or navigating the emotional rollercoaster of raising teens — every stage asks more of your heart, your patience, and your strength. Let’s capture the years you never want to forget.

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  • A woman with long hair smiling at the camera, reaching out her hand, with the sun casting a shadow of her hand on her face, outdoors on a sunny day.

  • A woman with curly hair lying on the floor, resting her chin on her hand, next to a large disco ball.

  • Woman with blonde curly hair and glasses sitting in an office with plants and shelves, wearing a green floral dress with puffy sleeves and layered necklaces, with tattooed arms.

  • A woman practicing yoga outdoors on a flat surface with a large rocky hill in the background, reaching upward with one arm, in black and white.

  • A woman with long, curly hair standing on a beach with ocean waves in the background, wearing a beige swimsuit top, holding her hair back with one hand and looking at the camera.

  • A woman with long red hair, wearing a sleeveless denim vest and white pants, sitting on a wooden bench, making a peace sign with her right hand and laughing with her eyes closed.

  • An artist in a studio blurred in motion, surrounded by colorful paintings of trees and a table filled with paints and brushes.

  • Black and white double exposure of a smiling woman with flowers overlapping her face.

  • People practicing yoga in a room with wooden floors and green wall plants.

  • Person sitting on the floor with a beige sweater and blue jeans, holding a tube of paint, surrounded by art supplies, an abstract painting, and landscape photographs.

“What is the greatest lesson a woman should learn

that since day one

she's already had everything she needs within herself

it's the world that convinced her she did not”

― Rupi Kaur

 

The Experience

The Experience

Two women laughing and looking at a camera, one standing and one sitting on a stool in casual clothing against a plain white background.

This isn’t just a photoshoot. It’s a portal.
A space where you get to show up fully, own your magic, and show your dream clients exactly why you’re the one they’ve been looking for.

Whether we’re shooting barefoot in the sand or in your cozy home studio, you’ll feel held, hyped, and 100% yourself.

I’ll guide you gently, hype you fiercely, and capture the spark that makes you you.

Because when you feel safe to be seen, your photos don’t just look good—they feel like you.

What to Expect:

  • Grounded & intuitive direction (no awkward posing here)

  • A calm, playful space to drop into your body and your essence

  • Photos that reflect the soul of you and your business

⭐️ Over 100+ 5 Star Reviews From My Clients ⭐️

  • A woman lying face down on the beach in the shallow water, smiling at the camera, with ocean waves in the background.

    I loved working with Leslie! She was professional, fun and I felt so comfortable in front of the camera. And the pictures turned out better than I even imagined! I highly recommend working with her!

    Noelani Love - Jewelry Designer & Singer

  • A woman with long brown hair and two young girls, one of whom is smiling and pointing at flowers, in a garden with colorful blooming flowers and green plants.

    Working with Leslie is a dream. She made the whole process easy, fun, and relaxed—even for a camera-shy family like ours. She worked wonders with our small kids and gave us a beautiful snapshot in time we're so grateful for.

    Ashley Labat - Mama & Business Owner

  • A woman wearing a black tank top and brown pants is laughing and playing near the shoreline of a beach during sunset.

    Leslie is incredible at what she does. SO passionate about being creative and she has an incredible nack for making someone comfortable. Thank you Leslie for making me feel at ease infront of the camera, I highly recommend!!

    Lily - Yoga & Piltes Instructor

  • Woman in black clothes squatting on a large rock with sandy and rocky terrain and bushes in the background, smiling at the camera.

    "I usually dread being in front of the camera, but Leslie made it feel easy—even fun! She has a real gift for helping you relax and capturing your essence in the most beautiful, creative way. Highly recommend."

    Jodie Burton - Yoga Teacher & Retreat Leader

  • A woman with her eyes closed, holding her head with both hands, standing against a plain wall.

    "Leslie made my first professional shoot feel safe, joyful, and fun. What could’ve been scary was made effortless thanks to her warmth and support—and the photos are everything I hoped for and more."

    Kelsey Jones - EFT Tapping Specialist | Trauma-Informed Clinician

On the Blog…

Blog
Brand Photoshoot | Surf Coast + Torquay Photographer - Waves & Flow
Brand Photoshoot | Surf Coast + Torquay Photographer - Waves & Flow

Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of photographing Lily, the founder of Waves + Flow, against the stunning backdrop of Bells Beach. Known for its rugged cliffs and rhythmic waves, Bells provided the perfect setting to reflect the essence of Lily’s brand—a harmonious blend of movement, stillness, and connection to nature.​

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Torquay & Surf Coast Family Photographer | Motherhood
Torquay & Surf Coast Family Photographer | Motherhood

Not one of my Mini Motherhood sessions went ahead on its original date. Thanks, weather. ☁️🌧️

But honestly? It couldn’t be more fitting. Because motherhood is just like that — full of unexpected changes, last-minute pivots, and moments that unfold in their own timing.

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Brand Photoshoot | Surf Coast + Torquay Photographer - Yoga Teacher
Brand Photoshoot | Surf Coast + Torquay Photographer - Yoga Teacher

Our branding shoot was about capturing the silliness, the beauty, the imperfection, the lessons, the strength, the courage, and the humanness. Because Jodie isn’t just a yoga teacher. She’s proof that staying true to yourself is the most powerful brand you can build a brand.

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