Darwin Custom Portrait Photographer

Celebrate your people, your pets, your story — with portraits that live on your walls, not your phone.

  • Four people and a dog jumping on the beach with water, rocks, and trees in the background.
  • Pregnant woman and man with dog in forest.
  • Four people walking on a sandy beach at sunset, smiling and talking.
  • A man and woman sitting back-to-back on the forest floor surrounded by trees, wearing colorful outfits.
  • A group of nine people walking barefoot on a beach, holding hands and smiling, with a clear sky in the background.
  • Family sitting on a blanket in a forest with two children and a dog.
  • Silhouette of two people walking dogs by the beach at sunset
  • Family walking on rocks by the sea with dogs at sunset.
  • A family sitting on a bed, with a man reading a book to a young child while a woman holds a baby.
  • A couple smiling at a baby they are holding together in a warmly lit room with framed animal artwork on the wall.
  • Group of four people posing happily in front of a vehicle, with trees and cloudy sky in the background.
  • A happy couple sitting on rocky terrain by the sea, with lush greenery in the background. The woman is laughing and holding a drink, while the man is playfully covering his face.
  • Pregnant woman in orange dress holding her belly, standing on a dirt path in a grassy field.
  • Two children sitting on rocks with two Labradoodles, surrounded by trees and nature.
  • Couple smiling at each other on a beach during sunset.

Welcome

Isabella Giffard Photography

You’re not here for cookie-cutter photos.

You want something real. Something that feels like you.

Because around here, life doesn’t follow a script. It’s muddy feet and sea breezes, sandy paws and backroad drives. It’s the way your little one squeezes your hand, the grin on your dog’s face when you say “walk,” the quiet pride you feel in your car or your kids or that boat you finally saved for.

I’m Isabella—a custom portrait photographer based in Palmerston and capturing stories across Darwin and beyond. I help families, couples, pet people, hobby lovers, and memory-makers turn their everyday magic into something they can hold onto. Literally.

Because your story? It deserves to live on the walls—not lost in the scroll.

And What Happens After the Session?

This is where the magic really begins.

When our session ends, your story is just getting started.

You won’t be left with a gallery link and a “good luck.” I’ll sit down with you and help you choose the images that speak to your heart—the ones you can’t stop looking at, the ones that feel like your people, your life, your love.

Then, we’ll turn them into heirloom artwork designed to last a lifetime (and then some).

Think:

  • A custom-framed portrait of your family in that golden Darwin light, hanging proudly in your living room.

  • A handcrafted album that your kids will flip through on the couch while you tell stories about “when you were little.”

  • A gallery wall that stops you in your tracks every time you pass it.

These pieces aren’t just decoration.
They’re daily reminders of what matters most.

Because the best moments?
They deserve more than a folder on your phone.

Check out what others have purchased:

  • A framed photo of four people walking on the beach at sunset hangs on a white wall above a modern sideboard with vases, next to a large potted plant with broad green leaves.
  • Three framed photographs of a couple at the beach, displayed on a white surface with decorative plants and a wooden photo holder.
  • Modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, a marble backsplash, two barstools, and a window with trees outside. A framed photo of a couple dancing on the beach at sunset hangs on the wall.
  • A dining room with four beige upholstered chairs around a glass-top table with intricately carved wooden legs, beige carpet, and light-colored walls. Four framed photographs of a group of people on the beach are hung on the wall behind the table.
  • Photograph of a family at the beach, with an adult man holding a young child in the water, and an adult woman leaning over, all smiling and interacting near the shoreline, during sunset.
  • Living room with a beige couch, zebra print pillows, wall art including a large photo of people at the beach, and books on shelves; an open doorway leads to a bedroom.
  • Three framed family photos on a white wall above a wooden console table with a clear glass vase containing dried branches, and a white floor lamp to the right.
  • Photograph of a photo album on a dark gray fabric surface. The photo shows a family holding hands and walking across a grassy garden area during sunset, surrounded by lush, tropical plants.
  • A display of three framed family beach photos on a table, surrounded by decorative plants in vases and a picture frame. The photos show a family on a rocky beach with cloudy sky overhead.
  • Living room with light gray sectional sofa, a light gray armchair with a dark gray throw, a white rug on wooden flooring, a large green plant, and beach-themed photographs on the wall.
  • Display of three framed photos of a pregnant woman and a man at the beach, with decorative plants and flowers in vases on a white surface.
  • Modern bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, two nightstands with lamps, wall art of a beach sunset, and large window with vertical blinds revealing greenery outside.

Testimonials

  • Man and woman in pine forest at sunset

    Faranak

    “We had a photoshoot with Isabella to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, and she was absolutely amazing! Her planning and attention to detail were exceptional—from helping us choose what to wear to guiding us in selecting the photos we loved most. She even played our favourite love song during the session, creating such a heartfelt and intimate atmosphere that made us feel truly in the moment. We highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a thoughtful and professional photographer who captures not just images but emotions.”

  • Family at Casuarina Beach in Darwin at Sunset

    Alison

    “We were very happy with the whole process with Isabella and we now have some very special family photographs which have been presented wonderfully to hang on our wall.”

  • Family at Sunset Beach, Fannie Bay in Darwin at Sunset

    Rebecca

    “The most amazing experience I've ever had with a photographer especially for a family shoot, didn't tell us how to do the shoot, she said do as you like, we all did and absolutely love the outcome of the Photo's, 5 stars for this wonderful experience and I'll definitely be going back for more I the near future, I definitely recommend this amazing and wonderful photographer.”

Let’s Make Sure This Chapter Doesn’t Fade Away

Life doesn’t slow down. Dogs get older, kids grow up, love deepens, people change—and sometimes we don’t realise how much we’ll miss this season until it’s already gone.

But you can choose to press pause.
To honour the life you’ve built and the people (and pets) you adore.

Whether it's muddy feet on the back step, fishing rods at golden hour, dogs with wild eyes, the comfort of your own block, or the way your baby fits on your hip right now—this is the good stuff. And it’s worth remembering properly.

That’s what custom portraits are all about.
Real life, beautifully captured—and turned into artwork that becomes part of your story.

If that sounds like what you’ve been looking for,
you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.