Maria’s portrait session and why she still adores the images.

Maria’s portrait session and why she still adores the images.

Maria’s portrait session and why she still adores the images.DBM team
Published on: 12/10/2026

Maria shares how a relaxed portrait session offered more variety than she expected and why she still adores the images.

Portrait sessionVenus risingdezine by MauroPortrait Photography Melboune
Catriena’s Story: Walking Through the Door Into Another World

Catriena’s Story: Walking Through the Door Into Another World

Catriena’s Story: Walking Through the Door Into Another WorldDBM team
Published on: 29/07/2026

After semi-retiring and returning to Melbourne, Katrina booked a Venus Rising session to capture who she is now — nervous at first, but soon swept into a fun, creative and deeply personal portrait experience.

Kate’s Story: Finding the Courage to Say Yes

Kate’s Story: Finding the Courage to Say Yes

Kate’s Story: Finding the Courage to Say YesDBM team
Published on: 01/06/2026

Kate almost talked herself out of doing a portrait session. But by choosing courage over fear, she created powerful images for her book and discovered just how empowering it can be to be truly seen.

Erin’s Story: A Portrait That Renewed Life

Erin’s Story: A Portrait That Renewed Life

Erin’s Story: A Portrait That Renewed LifeDBM team
Published on: 08/02/2026

At 63, Erin wanted portraits her grandchildren could one day look back on — but the session also helped her recognise her own beauty again.