More Than a Business: Why I Pour My Heart Into Every Photo

People often ask me what photography means to me — and the truth is, it’s everything. It’s not just my job. It’s not just a business. It’s my heart, my soul, and my purpose.

Wild Ones Photography isn’t a big brand or a polished franchise with a team of people behind the scenes. It’s just me — one person, doing what I love, for the people I care about. Every message you send, every question you ask, every photo you receive — it all comes through me. From the first “hello” to the final gallery delivery, I’m the one behind it all. And I wouldn’t have it any other way.

When you choose to book a session with me, you’re not paying a big company. You’re not covering overheads for a franchise. You're supporting me — a small local business, a mum, an artist, someone who truly pours their heart into every single detail. You’re helping me keep my dream alive, my passion growing, and my little corner of the world filled with joy and meaning.

I’ve always kept my prices as fair as I can, because I believe everyone deserves to have beautiful memories captured — not just those with big budgets. My prices are carefully chosen to reflect the time, love, and attention I give to every session. They’re not padded to pay for admin teams or marketing departments — they’re simply for me, doing what I love most.

I don’t carry fancy awards or titles — not because I haven’t earned them, but because I’ve chosen not to pursue them in the traditional way. Many awards require paid submissions, and I’d rather put my time, money, and energy into you — my clients, my sessions, my growth. I am slowly and lovingly building a portfolio for submission to a respected photography association, not just in hopes of recognition, but as a way to continue growing in my craft. Because for me, growth and learning are the most meaningful rewards of all.

I am always learning, always growing, always striving to be better at what I do. One of the game-changing moments for me was completing my newborn safety and posing training. It was a turning point that opened the door to the world of newborn photography — allowing me to safely, confidently, and lovingly capture those first moments of a family’s story. That training gave me the foundation to enter this incredibly special field, and now, I am so grateful to be part of so many families’ very first memories together.

Photography is about more than pictures. It’s about connection. It’s about being invited into someone’s world, even just for a little while, and giving them something they can treasure forever. I don’t take that lightly. Every session I shoot is approached with care, love, and genuine joy.

Wild Ones isn’t just my business. It’s a reflection of me — of the love I have for storytelling, for family, for those fleeting in-between moments that matter most. When you choose Wild Ones, you’re not just hiring a photographer. You’re choosing a person who cares deeply, who remembers your child’s name, who cheers for your family, and who feels incredibly lucky to do this work.

So thank you. For every booking, every kind word, every recommendation — you’re helping a real person live a real dream. And I promise, I’ll never stop pouring love into every image I give you.

With love, Tracie