Because everyone has a story to tell
Moments that matter documented through the eyes of an expert wallflower
Hey there! I’m Nadja, a documentary family photographer, based in Melbourne, Australia. I’m quiet and curious, hopelessly bad at small talk and obsessed with photography. And, I hate coriander.
I’m well and truly an introvert, but I’m fascinated by people. When I walk my dog in the evenings, I often wonder what’s happening behind the windows and doors that we pass. Are they having dinner? Is someone refusing to eat their veggies? Are they telling each other about the best thing that happened today? Was there a meltdown at bath time because the youngest hates to have her hair washed? Does Dad read a bedtime story about dragons or dinosaurs? Is mum tucking her kids into bed and longing for that glass of wine or moment of quiet?
I’d love to know everyone’s story, but I’m often too shy to ask.
I firmly believe that everyone has a story to tell. Some may be short, others rather long, some give you a lot of details, others leave a lot questions, some are colourful, some are monochrome. But most importantly, all are unique and beautiful in their own right.
A few years ago, not long after my girls were born, I started telling the story of my family through photography. It soon turned into an obsession (a healthy one) and now, I’d like to tell yours!
Please don’t hesitate to contact me! I’d love to get to know you and answer any questions you might have.
Awards
Recipient of a Fearless Family Awards, Collection 6
Placed twice in the Top 10, Documentary Category, Australasia’s Top Emerging Photographers, 2022
Recipient of four Fearless Family Awards, Collection 5
Recognised by Click Community as one of the 100 female photographers to watch in 2022
Documentary Family Awards, finalist images in the categories “Nothing is better than real life” and “Siblings”, Fall 2021
Recipient of two Fearless Family Awards, Collection 4
Recipient of one This is Reportage Family Award, Collection 10
Awarded an Honorable Mention, Portrait Category, Monochrome Awards, 2021
Recipient of three Fearless Family Awards, Collection 3
Awarded a Highly Commended and Commended, People Category, The Mono Awards, 2021
Recipient of one This is Reportage Family Award, Collection 9
Recipient of two This is Reportage Family Award, Collection 7
Recipient of one This is Reportage Family Award, Collection 6
Placed in the Top 20, Documentary Category, Australasia’s Top Emerging Photographers, 2021
Awarded a Highly Commended, Portrait Category, Australasia’s Top Emerging Photographers, 2021
