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I’m an observer, a listener, and a feeler.

I’m an introvert, and I see that as one of my unique strengths as an artist. I document sacred stories with quiet presence and deep intention, gently capturing the moments that often go unseen , the glances, the stillness, the raw emotion in between the rush. I don’t direct or interrupt. I hold space. My work is about honoring your truth as it unfolds, creating images that reflect the depth, beauty, and power of your experience.

Maternity, Birth, & Motherhood Photographer in Sunshine Coast, AU

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My Story of Motherhood

When I became a mum at 21, I was thrown heart-first into motherhood. I had three boys within three and a half years, and by 25, I found myself navigating life as a single mother. It was a hard season but it was also full of love, growth, and the kind of strength you only find when you have no other choice but to rise. Now that my children are grown and parents themselves I’ve stepped into this new chapter doing something just for me, something I truly love.

This is my why.

I want to give other women what I never had, the chance to be truly seen in their power, strength, and beauty as they bring life into the world. To feel supported, held, and honoured in one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. I want to create honest, artful images that reflect the truth of their story not posed or perfect, but raw, emotional, and deeply real. Photographs that will become part of their legacy, treasured by their children for years to come.

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Testimonial

“ Vicki is amazing. She did my maternity and motherhood photos and they are amazing beyond words to say the least. Vicki made it so easy to just be myself with my maternity phot0s, she captured my pregnancy in a way that made me feel beautiful and sexy. When Vicki took my motherhood photos with my daughter it was fantastic, she just let myself and my daughter play at the beach, and she even took some of me breastfeeding and I absolutely love them. Vicki has taken photos that will last a lifetime and I can’t thank her enough. The photos are hung on my walls, I love looking at them every day and having those beautiful memories and it’s all thanks to Vicki and her amazing photography

Jessica

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Certifications, Memberships, and Artist Features.

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Certificate of recognition for Vicki Cardlini, acknowledging her as the Highly Commended Photographer of the Year 2022, presented by Camera House, with details of judges and signature of Mike O'Connor, Editor, Australian Photography.
Certificate recognizing Vicki Cardlini as one of the top 30 people of 2021 in the Photographer of the Year awards, presented by Nokia, with signature of Mike O'Connor, editor of Australian Photography.
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If any of this resonates, I’d be honoured to document your story with the care, honesty, and heart it deserves.


Let’s book a free consultation and see if we’re the right fit.