A newlywed couple smiling at each other on the beach, with the ocean and sky in the background.
A book cover titled "Where Stories Become Heirlooms" with the subtitle "Documentary Photography for Lovers, Families, Brands & Homes." The background is black with gold and brown text.
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A newlywed couple holding hands on a beach, with the ocean in the background, the woman in a white wedding dress and the man in a vest and dress pants.

LOVE NOTES.

LOVE NOTES.

A newlywed couple sharing a tender moment by a lake, with the groom about to kiss the bride on the nose. The bride is wearing a lace wedding dress and jewelry, and the groom is dressed in a suit and tie. Background features a lake and forested hills under an overcast sky.

“Tess Photographed my wedding and I couldn't be more grateful. She was so kind and easy going, she captured photos that I look back on and feel like I'm still in that moment. I can't wait to rebook family photos with her next, would recommend her to everyone."

— Victoria Hansen

Documentary-style photography that genuinely captures your raw emotions and authentic connections with heartfelt intention.

Where soulful moments linger in artful imagery.

A bride and groom are embracing in front of a floral wedding arch outdoors during sunset.
Two women, one in a white dress, the other in a dark blue dress, are holding hands in a close, intimate moment. The woman in white appears to be a bride, and the woman in blue is likely a bridesmaid or close friend.
A bride in a white wedding gown and a groom in a white shirt and beige pants standing close together outdoors near a waterfall surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.
A couple dressed in wedding attire on the beach, with the groom carrying the bride in his arms. The bride is holding a bouquet, and the groom is smiling at her. The ocean and sky are in the background.
A black and white photo of a family sitting outdoors in a grassy area. There are two adults and a young child, with the adults smiling and the child reaching towards one of the adults.
A bride and groom kiss on a wooden bridge during their wedding, with a bouquet in the bride's hand and colorful flowers behind them.

Hi! I’m Tess, or mama - to my two favourite humans on earth. They are my heart and soul - the reason why I can see the love and light in others and effortlessly document your unexplainable love for another. There’s a 200% chance I’ll be tearing up at your wedding or family session, sorry not sorry! It’s honestly only because I care so deeply for my clients and because motherhood has taught me how sentimental and fleeting these precious moments are.

A woman with brown hair holding two young children outside among trees.

Meet your friend behind the lens

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Love Stories,

Weddings & Couples

Family Storytelling Sessions

Families & Motherhood

INTERIORS

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THE VISUAL JOURNAL

Storytelling Collections — For families, brands, and stories that deserve to be remembered.

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    Commercial

    Commercial & Interior Photography for established and growing brands.

    Imagery rooted in story - built for spaces, products and the people behind them.

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  • Family celebrating a wedding, with a bride, groom, and a young boy in white shirts, smiling and sharing a moment outdoors.

    Weddings

    For the romantics who want their love remembered exactly as it felt —


    a documentary approach to weddings — authentic, emotional, and unscripted.

  • Love Stories

    Love in its simplistic everyday ways. From couples to engagements.

    For families and loved ones — Intimate moments, thoughtfully documented.

LET'S MAKE SOMETHING WORTH KEEPING.

Whether you're documenting a season of your family's life, a place you've poured your heart into, or a brand you've built from the ground up, I'd love to hear about it.

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Where Brand, Meets Story

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Two framed landscape paintings of a castle on a hill with a river in front, hanging on a beige wall.

Thoughtful imagery for brands and homes

A white mug filled with coffee on a black table, with a woven chair and a book titled "Home" in the background.

Rooted in reason — built for real spaces

A woman with long wavy hair and glasses is arranging white ceramic vases on a table indoors. There is a tall ceramic pitcher in the foreground and various small floral arrangements around the vases. A wall-mounted light fixture is visible on the wall behind her.
A film strip showcasing various home decor and interior design items, including potted plants, a bookshelf with books, and decorative vases in different rooms and styles.

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