J & M | Townsville Maternity and Family Photos and Films

Some sessions feel less like a “shoot” and more like an experience. J & M’s maternity and family adventure was exactly that.

We met on Magnetic Island, hiked through lush bushland, and made our way to a hidden waterfall — documenting the journey as much as the destination. The result? A gallery (and film) filled with raw, nature-soaked moments that feel both intimate and timeless.

For me, sessions like this are what storytelling is all about. Not just preserving memories, but creating them. These are the sessions that fill the creative cup — blending family connection, natural beauty, and the quiet magic of shared adventure.

This gallery shares a glimpse of J & M’s journey as they prepared to welcome their newest family member, and I’m so excited to be weaving this story into their birth film next.

About Lauren + Douglas

Dania Lauren is the co-founder of Lauren + Douglas , a boutique storytelling studio specialising in emotive photography and documentary-style films. With over 20 years of experience behind the lens, Dania crafts bespoke visual stories that honour life’s most meaningful moments — blending the stillness of photography with the depth of cinematic film.

Alongside her husband Andrew, Dania also mentors fellow creatives through Soulful Storytellers , a community dedicated to helping photographers and filmmakers elevate their storytelling craft with confidence and heart.

Ready to Tell Your Growing Family’s Story?

Whether it’s a maternity adventure, a family session, or an everyday moment, we create photography and films that feel real, heartfelt, and uniquely you.

Learn more about our lifestyle and family storytelling services with Lauren + Douglas.

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