Laura & David's Stormy Summer Glenelg Beach Engagement Portraits

Just days before their wedding, I met Laura and David at a cold and windy Summer Glenelg beach for their engagement portrait session. I could barely believe it when they said they'd never had professional photos before, because they were both complete naturals in front of the camera! Picking up on the smallest of suggestions with complete ease. (I think you guys should be models, hehe). What else can I say that the photos don't already tell? I can't wait to share their beautiful wedding day directly following this post. ^_^

Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaJanuary 11, 2018Comment

Hannah & Simon's Kuitpo Forrest Engagement Portraits

Kuitpo forrest (at least for me) feels like an under utilised location for portraits. It's such a gorgeous spot, and very unique too. (It's a forrest in South Australia, come on! 😍) The light shines strongly through the tall trees creating puddles of light amongst the shadows. And in our South Australian forrest, you can also find beautiful tall pockets of kangaroo grass glistening in the sun. On this particular evening meeting Hannah and Simon for their engagement portraits, we were also blessed by the hundreds of butterflies investigating native flowers. Hannah and Simon are so gorgeous inside and out, and such a lovely couple to frolic through the forest with for their engagement portraits. I can't wait for your wedding guys! xx

Portrait Photography, Home PageSarah PetrusmaDecember 27, 2017Comment

Iwonka, Justin & Delilah's Natural Newborn Family Portraits

After photographing Justin & Iwonka's wedding a bit over a year ago, I felt I had met two genuinely lovely and authentic people. So when they announced that a little one was on the way, I was very excited! Beautiful inside and out, it's no wonder their baby girl Delilah is so gorgeous. It's so special for me to be able to continue documenting the significant moments in a couples life after their wedding. And even better when we can form real friendships.

Home Page, Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaNovember 9, 2017Comment

Amber & Dan's Fun Brighton Beach Engagement Session

Amber & Dan's engagement portraits session at the beach on Tuesday at sunset was so much fun! The session started with hugs, was full of smiles and ended with very wet pants for Dan. The water was finally not freezing! And with waves lapping the sand and splashing Amber and especially Dan, it was a fun and laughter filled session.

Portrait Photography, Home PageSarah PetrusmaOctober 15, 2017Comment

Minnie's Family Portraits at Wittunga Botanic Garden

I love to capture family portraits for Minnie and her family, and see little JJ grow! For this session I met Minnie and her family at the Wittunga Botanic Gardens, a little gem hidden in Blackwood. From bubbles to balloons, ducks, bike rides, games of soccer, cricket and more. It was an afternoon full of fun and laughter! Thanks for having me to capture these memories for you again Minnie! xx

Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaSeptember 21, 2017Comment

Megan & Jonathan's Kuitpo Forest Engagement Session

Megan, Jonathan, their gorgeous greyhound Barnsey and I nearly didn’t go ahead with our engagement session plans on Sunday. With a 95% chance of rain, and maybe a thunderstorm, there was a little hesitation as to whether we should brave the elements and potential muddy puddles. But I’m so so glad we did! Despite the ridiculously high chance of rain, I don’t think a single drop touched our heads. Instead, we were blessed with diffused, warm sunshine that glistened off the dewy leaves and pine tree bristles of Kuitpo Forest.

Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaJuly 28, 2017Comment

Khiem & Hayley's Engagement Portraits at Kuitpo Forest

I had so much fun exploring Kuitpo forest with Khiem & Hayley last Friday for their engagement portraits! Kuitpo forest is one of my favourite places to visit, I mean how lucky are we to have forests to explore in our own backyard? Beautiful rows of trees, some un-manicured, some perfectly lined up. Tall whips of grass and at the right time of day, sun beams that stream through the gaps in the trees.

Home Page, Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaMay 30, 2017Comment

Camilla & Brodie's Sunset Beach Engagement Portraits at Gull Rock

When we checked the weather the day before, and saw a forecast for wind and rain, Camilla and I still had a feeling that this engagement session would be beautiful. And boy was it beautiful! With storm clouds looming on the horizon, a slight sprinkle of rain and strong gusty sea breezes we decided to brave the beautiful beach near Gull Rock.

Home Page, Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaMay 25, 2017 Comments

Pitre's 70th Birthday Celebration at Vintners, Barossa

On a recent sunny Sunday I had the pleasure of capturing some family portraits and memories for Pitre's 70th birthday celebration at Vintners in the Barossa Valley. Family celebrations are always so special! They bring everyone together and remind you of just how loved you are. And the love was so evident at this celebration. With loved ones reuniting, some for the first time in many many years. What a stunning location for it too, under the warm autumn leaves and in the beautiful gardens of Vintners.

Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaMay 3, 2017 Comments

Maria's Family Portraits Session at the Beach

Maria and her family had been planning on getting some beautiful, professional family photos done for a little while. And I was so glad to be able to capture some gorgeous beach portraits at sunset with her immediate family on the weekend. With her two children, parents, brother, sister in law and two nephews it was a wonderful opportunity to capture some beautiful photos for the whole family!

Portrait PhotographySarah PetrusmaMarch 24, 2017Comment

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