PORTFOLIO Derryn Schmidt

Couple shoots

Photography that focuses not on a specific style, but pays attention to the character and connection of the couple in front of the camera.

For my most recent work, visit Instagram @derrynschmidt

DERRYN

WARM. NOSTALGIC. SINCERE.

It’s pillow fights with the kids, followed by tickles and cuddles. The way their little faces snuggle tightly into the nape of your neck and how they look at you when you laugh. It’s your life – in all it’s natural beauty.

🎄Christmas - but make it colorful ⭐

I don’t know about you, but my family will spend the entire Christmas holiday in cozzies by the water, eating litchis and watermelon. Which is why I’ve decided to lean into the bright and colorful for this years Christmas mini sessions.

Raquel from @the.studio_at_27 will be doing the Christmas set up, so you’re guaranteed an absolute treat!! We’ve discussed the theme at length and I just KNOW it’s going to be perfect.

On one wall we’ll have a vibey, fun, Christmas themed set up, and the other wall will be left blank. That way, I can still deliver the classic close up portraits that can hang in your home year round.

If you’d like to book a spot, head to the link in my bio. The info is all there.

#christmasmini #christmasmini2026 #christmasminikzn #christmasphotoshoot

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This is just a reminder that you don’t need to have kids to have a family shoot. All relationships deserve to be celebrated. Jamie booked this shoot to celebrate her graduation and she invited her parents, brother and sister-in-law along. ❤️❤️❤️

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Gosh how I love a branding shoot. We go into it with a very rough mood board just to get us started, but inevitable veer off in a different direction - but it’s always one that reflects the clients personality. Not knowing exactly what the outcome will be and just vibing together until we create something we both love is what makes these shoots so much fun.

This particular client happens to be my sister. She has created a new brand for kiddies wallpaper, off the back of her established business @houseoftan.decor

Please give her some love by liking and commenting on a few posts, so the algorithm Gods push her content. I’d really appreciate it, and I know she will too. @littlehouseoftan

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I’ve been incredibly fortunate to have been busy lately. So busy, in fact, that I’ve been forgetting to update my portfolio.

Here are some sweet tender moments between my friend Claudia and her precious family. ❤️

#ballitophotographer #ballitofamilyphotographer #saltrockphotographer #familyphotos #beachphotos

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These are FAST becoming my favorite shoots. 15 minutes is ample time to form a connection and to get a good group of photos. If early morning beach shoots are not your thing - pls reach out so we can slot you in for the next shoot date.

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Ashlyn & Henry - Oxford, England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Part 2

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Ashlyn & Henry in Oxford, England. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Part 1

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I really REALLY enjoy personal branding shoots. They’re a chance to get creative, for collaboration and most importantly, connection. I’ve yet to do a shoot like this where I haven’t thoroughly enjoyed meeting and getting to know the person I’m working with. So many of my friendships have begun like this. If you’re looking for personal photos - pls pop me a message! I’ll include extra time for a coffee and chat ;) @_hayleylombard_art

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