A smiling man is putting on sunglasses for an elderly woman who is holding a young child on her hip, on a beach with sand and water in the background.
A young boy with blond hair wearing a tan T-shirt and shorts standing on a tennis court, looking to the side near a chain-link fence and a wooden barrier, with greenery in the background.

Good Folk Studio, previously Sarah Jane Photography 

We’re Sarah & Aaron, the husband and wife team behind Good Folk Studio, based on the Mornington Peninsula. Sarah captures honest, sun-soaked moments through family photography, couples and brand photography, while Aaron brings stories to life through relaxed, cinematic brand videography. Together, we create natural, story-led photo and video for families, couples and brands who want something real, not over-posed or over-produced.

10 Minute Mini Sessions on the Mornington Peninsula

One day only

Small pockets of time often hold the biggest memories.

Come as you are, soak up a few moments together and leave with photographs that feel like you.

Tucked amongst the beautiful gardens of Seawinds Gardens in Arthurs Seat, these mini sessions are designed for families, siblings and couples wanting beautiful photographs without the time or cost of a full session.

Whether you're updating the family album, capturing the kids while they’re still little, celebrating a relationship or simply making space for memories together, mini sessions are a simple and affordable way to press pause and hold onto this season of life.

These sessions are relaxed, natural and easy, no pressure, no stiff posing, just genuine connection and honest moments captured amongst the stunning Mornington Peninsula surrounds.

  • 10 minute photography session

  • 5 professionally edited digital images

  • Private online gallery

  • Option to upgrade your gallery

Book Your Session

Our work is laid-back, coastal and true to life. Whether it’s family photography on the Mornington Peninsula, brand photography for small businesses, or product photography and video that actually connects, we focus on capturing things as they feel. The in-between moments, the movement, the personality, the kind of imagery that reflects who you are and what you do, in a way that feels effortless and genuine.

A young girl with long blonde hair, wearing a patterned shirt and dark shorts, smiles while holding a stick near a brown dog in a backyard. The dog has a collar and is standing beside a black fence, with a soccer goal and green grass in the backgroun
A young child smiling and playing in shallow water at the beach, with waves in the background and a bright sky.
Child wearing a beige jacket and a black shirt with red and white embroidered letters, holding yellow flowers with green leaves, outdoors at dusk.
Aerial view of a coastline with a sandy beach, clear blue water, and greenery, including trees and bushes, along the shore and extending inland.
A woman kneeling on the sandy beach, smiling and interacting with a young girl who is reaching out to her. The sun is shining brightly, creating a warm glow around them, with the ocean and sky in the background.
A family lying on a bed with two children playing and interacting with an adult, possibly their father, in a bright room with large windows.
A family of four standing on a sandy beach near the ocean, with their backs to the camera, embracing and playing together as the sun sets.
Close-up of a young child with red hair and brown eyes, outdoors at sunset or sunrise near the water.
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, beige striped bedding, two pillows, a small bedside table with a woven lamp, and a window showing greenery outside. A textured blanket is draped over the corner of the bed.
A woman with red hair holding a young girl with blond hair at the beach, both smiling, with ocean waves in the background.
A man gently holding a sleeping baby outdoors during daylight, with sunlight shining behind them.
A family of three standing in shallow water at the beach during daytime, smiling and enjoying the sunny weather.
Three children playing and wrestling on a sandy beach, smiling and having fun.
Close-up of a tiny baby hand gripping the sleeve of a knitted sweater, surrounded by soft fabric textures in a monochrome color scheme.
A family of four playing and laughing on a bed in a bedroom. The father is holding a young boy who is smiling, and a woman, likely the mother, is holding a baby. There is a large framed picture of a Highland cow on the wall behind them.
Outdoor event setup with a long table covered in white tablecloths, decorated with pink flowers and candles, under a large beige patio umbrella on a sunny day.
Mornington Peninsula Family photography

We’re raising two wildlings here on the Peninsula, surrounded by the nature we’re so grateful for, and that shapes everything we do. We’re committed to running a low-impact, eco-conscious business, following a “leave no trace” approach in our sessions and choosing sustainable, eco-friendly practices wherever we can. For us, it’s about creating beautiful work while caring for the places we shoot in and the people we work with, good stories, told well, with intention.

  • “My family did a Mother’s Day mini shoot recently and the photos definitely exceeded my expectations! Our family of 5 got so many gorgeous images and they’ll be treasured for a life time. I look forward to doing more photoshoots with Sarah in years to come as my kids grow."

    - Rachael

  • “We were so impressed by our mini session with Sarah. Our toddler was marching to the beat of her own drum (cue swimming in her clothes, collecting shells and refusing to smile in group shots) but miraculously what Sarah captured did not look anywhere near as chaotic or tantrum-laden as it was. We thought we'd be lucky to leave with one photo worthy of a frame, and instead we could produce a mini album. Highly recommend Sarah for her ability to capture moments of magic, beautiful editing, and fast turn around. Also, a mini session is perfect for the limited attention span of toddlers!”

    -Courtney

  • “Sarah was amazing shooting our family and 2 week old newborn. She made us feel comfortable the whole time and the end result was fantastic! The photos were natural, authentic and will be cherished forever. Highly recommend."

    - Taylor

  • “Thank you Sarah for capturing my beautiful girls! I am not a poser neither is my partner and you managed to make us feel comfortable and capture beautiful moments just by hanging in the background! I will treasure this photos forever and absolutely love them!"

    - Joanne

  • "Great and professional photographer! We loved her pictures and she was able to capture our love. Highly recommended!"

    - Mari

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