Easy, Beautiful Photoshoots & 3d Life castings

WE MAKE IT AN EXPERIENCE

We make it an experience to remember. Portrait Photography should be an enjoyable and relaxing EXPERIENCE. That you should leaving feeling grateful and happy.
We have lots of FUN with kids and know that they can be shy & independent.
It is our mission to make it a fun experience for them too.
Let’s make it YOUR Time2Shine

Creating portraits that you will love and cannot live without.

SIMPLE, RELAXED SESSION, BESPOKE ARTWORK, BEST EXPERIENCE EVER

Our approach

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE RELATIONSHIPS…

We specialise in capturing the relationships between people and the love. We will often get you to look at each other and get close – its our trademark to take photos that make you feel something.

As parenting often leaves us feeling rather unglamorous, we will take the time to ensure that you are photographed in the most flattering angles and lighting possible. .

At Time2Shine Photography our prices are upfront, if you contact us for a quote you will be given a clear answer and you will not be pressured to buy more than you are wanting to. We are a boutique photography home studio and are focused on quality of work and client care. You can be assured that you will not be rushed at any step of the process. We use the highest quality materials in our products and work with the best framer in town!

Portrait session information

Here at Time2Shine Photography we like to start our sessions by asking you what you are looking for in your portraits. We have lots of images and ideas we can show you but we are mostly guided by you and your children. Beautiful moments occur naturally – we capture the little looks between people, the glorious giggle, the true personality of your child.

Sessions can be held in our studio or in a location of your choice. We have a large comfortable studio in Bexley, Christchurch which is suitable for both big and small groups. Our studio provides a warm, home-like environment where you will feel comfortable creating spontaneous, fun, personal, and intimate images. We work with you to determine the best time of day for your portrait session, ensuring that the naps, feeding times and your individual family needs are taken into account. 10am sessions are the most popular as most children seem at their best in the morning.

We recommend that you book us as soon as you decide you want our services as we are often booked quite far in advance but love to cater to last minute requests too.

When to book?

PEOPLE ALWAYS ASK “WHAT IS THE BEST AGE TO HAVE MY CHILD PHOTOGRAPHED?”

WE HAVE SEVERAL FAVOURITE AGES…

Maternity Portraits

Maternity Portraits an experience you’ll cherish forever

We love creating pregnancy art. You only get to be pregnant with this child once so think about capturing it in a special piece for your home. We promise to make you look and feel gorgeous (and to not photograph any wobbly bits!).

Do bring any older children and your partner if you can. We have lots of fabrics and textiles to use in the shoot and will take the time to create something really beautiful for you to remember this amazing time in your life..

Those that want the full experience, time2shine has hair, make-up and gowns available - gowns available for the mini sessions too but with the gowns, should come the full glamour pampered session of fabulous hair and fabulous make-up! Treat yourself mama you deserve to feel like the queen you are!

Newborn Portraits

Capture Magical Moments with Time2Shine Newborn Portrait Sessions
At Time2Shine, we understand the profound significance of newborn portraits as a timeless investment in your family's legacy. Our goal is to create a beautiful collection of newborn portraits that will be loved in your home for generations to come. Photographer Laura captures tender moments of early parenthood, ensuring treasured memories. Grandparents are welcome to join the inclusive and heartwarming experience. Invest in lasting portraits that show your family's love and connection.
Allow Laura preserve these magical moments for you.

SITTER SESSIONS– USUALLY 5-9 MONTHS.

This is often the chubby smiley stage. The most cutest of ages.
Which makes for some of our easiest sessions! They’re so much fun, filled with so much smiles and giggles. Bring any favourite items that you would like your baby to be photographed with and bring some lovely colour clothes that compliment their skin – a lot of people choose both B&W and colour shots of this age. These shoots take around an hour.

First Birthdays

Birthday Celebrations with Time2Shine Photography
Make your babies first birthday an extra special day, memorable with a crafted birthday cake, party setup, cleanup, and birthday photos from Time2Shine Photography. Laura ensures every joyful moment is captured at your cake smash for you to cherish. Elevate your babies first birthday with a Time2Shine Cake Smash and Bath splash experience.

Book your cake smash and get a complimentary balloon garland to keep! Choose your colors or theme and get ready to party at Time2Shine. Contact Laura now!

Toddlers

15 months to 2 years – one of the yummiest bits of parenting.
They love you to pieces, come out with the funniest things and are just plain cute. This is a great stage to do either an outdoor shoot or a shoot designed around a particular type of image – see our example of the little girl in the pink frame in our children’s section. Talk to us about any ideas you have prior to coming in so we can set up for them.

Laura works from her beautifully renovated home studio in the East. Her art supports her small family and also allows them to work together creating a lifestyle of work and play.

Your support for Time2Shine helps local talent and directly impacts families like Laura's. We truly appreciate your support for small businesses. If you're interested in portraits, they usually take 2 weeks with an online viewing. Castings are personally delivered and take about 8 weeks, ensuring attention to detail.

Each session is unique, and every creation is made with dedication and care.
Thank you for choosing Time2Shine Photography

PLEASE NOTE: NO PHOTOS OR VIDEOS ARE ALLOWED DURING YOUR SESSIONS UNLESS YOU HAVE BOOKED THE ALL EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE

Testimonials

  • "Love our photos, Laura was so patient and made the whole session easy not onlyworking around bubba but also moody teenagers. Will definitely be back for more. Thank you"

    Laura Coetzee

  • "Laura is gorgeous so bubbly and made us feel so comfortable. She took the most beautiful photos, capturing such a special moment for us. Could not recommend highly enough!"

    Amee Hurrell

  • "Laura you are amazing !! I was so nervous when I arrived at yours but was quickly made to feel extremely comfortable !! All my suggestions were listened to and carried out and all photos turned out magnificent ! I was made to feel like a model and felt like I was on top of the world . I would highly recommend Laura to all for a wonderful time capturing experience. "

    Tiana

Natural goods by Laura

As a creative Laura loves creating products that also provide natural health support for pregnancy, birth and beyond. Creating from a place of love of using these products which is shared with you here. If Laura doesn’t love it, you won’t see it.

Let’s make it your Time2Shine!

Whether you have questions, would like to book a consult or session or find the perfect gift
Laura would love to help you. 

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