Some families come to us for one special moment. Others become part of the journey. Veera and her mum, Dhara, are one of those families, and we feel lucky to have photographed them at two very different stages.


We first met them for Dhara’s maternity photoshoot, a time full of excitement and anticipation as the family waited to welcome Veera. When Veera turned two, Dhara came back to Awesome Possum Photography to celebrate this new milestone with us.

Something Different for Veera’s Second Birthday



This time, Dhara wanted something different for Veera’s birthday photoshoot. A lot changes between a baby and a two-year-old. Veera is now a cheerful, carefree little girl with her own personality, and we wanted her photos to show that.


So we suggested a colour smash painting session. At this age, children love to explore, get hands-on and be a little messy. A colour smash gives them room to do all three, and the photos come out full of real expressions rather than posed smiles. Dhara loved the idea straight away.

A Princess Tea Party with Her Teddy Bear


We started the day with a princess tea party setup for some classic portraits. Veera had her own little tea party, with her best friend, her teddy bear, sitting beside her.

She settled in happily and enjoyed her party, and the photos have a sweet, natural feel because she was simply having fun. Toddlers rarely sit still for long, so when a child is comfortable and busy with something she loves, the best images tend to happen on their own.

Dhara and both grandmothers then joined Veera at the tea party setup for family photos with mum and both grandmothers. Photos like these matter more as the years go by. They show three generations together on a day that was all about the little princess.

Outdoor Family Photos with Dad and Grandpa


Dad and grandpa joined us later for the outdoor family photoshoot. This is where Veera’s fun personality really came out. She was more playful and confident, and she enjoyed having her whole family around her.


Family photos work best when children aren’t asked to do too much. Once everyone relaxes and enjoys each other’s company, the laughter, the cuddles and the little moments between family members show up in the photographs.

The Colour Smash Session


After the family photos, it was time for the part Veera had been waiting for.

In her colour smash session, Veera painted on her canvas and loved every minute of it. Then she decided the grown-ups needed some colour too. She added a few strokes of paint to mum, dad and both grandparents, and the family happily joined in.

Veera had the best time colouring everyone. Watching a two-year-old paint the people she loves most, and seeing them laugh along with her, was a joy to photograph.

A Painted Canvas to Keep


At the end of the session, the family took Veera’s painted canvas home. It’s a memory in two forms: the photographs of the day and a piece of art she made herself on her second birthday.

Years from now, Veera will be able to look at her canvas and see the photos of her tea party, her family, and her colourful birthday. We think that is what makes a colour smash photoshoot so special for toddlers.

Thank you, Veera and Family.


Thank you, Dhara, for trusting us again. It has been a pleasure to photograph your family, from your maternity session to Veera’s second birthday. We hope the photos and her painted canvas bring you many happy memories for years to come.

Planning a Colour Smash Session for Your Little One?


Every child celebrates in their own way. If you want a colour smash photoshoot for your toddler or a birthday session with a tea party setup and family photos, Awesome Possum Photography would love to create it with you.

Contact us today to book your colour smash or birthday photoshoot in Melbourne.

Megha: 0410 712 801

Ankit: 0430 777 184

Email: awesomepossumphotography@outlook.com

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