About Janet & Hyggelig

Janet was born in Denmark, but only spent a couple of years there before moving to Australia with her family.  She has always had a soft spot for her “homeland” which has inspired her business adventure of “Hyggelig”.  Janet speaks fluent Danish and travels whenever possible to visit family and friends
Janet currently lives in the western suburbs of Melbourne with her Husband Michael. Janet established a career in the travel industry; photographing the world as she went.  As her skills and interest grew, Janet broadened her subject matter; seeing the perfect opportunity to combine her love of children with photography.  It was photographing children that made Janet realize photography was more than just a weekend hobby. She has always held a great interest in people including children. Using photography as a creative outlet to record memories and moments, she soon established herself as a professional photographer, building her clientele purely from referral and recommendation.”"

“My first memory of photography was going to “Dad’s Zoo” with a pink plastic barbie camera, I remember all the prints had a magenta wash! From then on there has always been a camera in my life, whether it was a handmedown pocket camera, or borrowing Dad’s SLR… Now I’m never without one… I hope you enjoy my website and my photography as much as I do… Best part of my job is being able to share my love and passion with others..  Janet :o xx ”

Janet was born in Denmark, but only spent a couple of years there before moving to Australia with her family.  She has always had a soft spot for her “homeland” which has inspired her business adventure of “Hyggelig”.  Janet speaks fluent Danish and travels whenever possible to visit family and friends

Janet currently lives in the western suburbs of Melbourne with her Husband Michael. Janet established a career in the travel industry; photographing the world as she went.  As her skills and interest grew, Janet broadened her subject matter; seeing the perfect opportunity to combine her love of children with photography.  It was photographing children that made Janet realized photography was more than just a weekend hobby. She has always held a great interest in people including children. Using photography as a creative outlet to record memories and moments, she soon established herself as a professional photographer, building her clientele purely from referral and recommendation.

Hyggelig (pronounced Hew-Ger-ly) is a Danish term used to describe a moment or a feeling.  Without a direct translation into English, the best example would be you know that moment that brings a happy sigh and big smile?

Hyggelig Photography sets out to take those little Hyggelig moments in your life and create them into your own little piece of art.

To achieve this; Janet likes to photograph using natural light, in locations most comfortable to you and your family.  This means it is not unusual for the sessions to be casual and fun!

Janet loves the idea of creating lasting images for you to remember how precious your loved ones are; whether its your sleeping newborn, the chubby smile your 6 month old or maybe just their hand on yours.  Family sessions are great to capture your family just as they are.  For these reasons, Janet recommends simple and plain clothing… Jeans and a basic t shirt are always a great start.  Avoid logos, but stripes and spots can be fun.  If we are photographing more than 1 family member at a time Janet recommends choosing similar styles or colours not necessarily exactly the same.

Don’t forget your furry family members, whether its a new puppy or your 20yr old friend, Janet would love to photograph them too!

Janet also has a great passion for music, and is available to photograph your band whether it be at a live show or for band images.

We Looking forward to photographying you!