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Toddlers 2021 is something very special. 66 AMAZINGLY different Toddlers ventured into the Zanzo Studio in Hobart over the course of a few months and had their portraits made. There was lots of snacks, a few tears (but really toddler tantrums were what we signed up for and make surprisingly great photos) and lots of dribble to be cleaned.
The result…. A beautiful book full of stories and bios about all these beautiful kids. Plus 60 happy families with gorgeous Family Portraits on their walls.
This project booked out super fast and is now complete.
To get your name down for our next project, get in touch here :)
Do you have a Toddler with loads of personality?
A bubba with killer attitude? or one oooozing with cuteness? 😍
Always wanted some professional portraits that capture all of that character?
We’re looking for Tassie Toddlers (aged 6 months to 4 years) to be photographed for what is probably going to be the cutest coffee-table book the world has ever seen!
For a $50 participation fee, you’ll be able to have your bub (and the whole family if you like) photographed by Dean (every Toddlers new best friend) at the Zanzo studio where you’ll be encouraged to be yourselves, have as much fun as possible and embrace the chaos that is life with a toddler!
At least one EPIC image of your Toddler will be included in the Tassie’s Other Little Devils Book and YES, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase photographs as artwork to display in your home. No obligation to do so but we promise you’ll want to!
If this sounds like your jam, fill in the application via the messenger button and we’ll be in touch soon!
All participation fees will be donated to help save the other Tassie Devils… you know… the real ones 🤗
Here’s some examples of the type of artwork our clients LOVE to display.
Can you imagine something like this at your place? 🤔
Hey this is also a great opportunity to finally get some Family Portraits which we can totally do at the same time. The more the merrier is our philosophy! Here are some awesome Tassie families creating memories in the studio during their natural fun family photoshoots 😍.
Applying for the project takes about 2 minutes and is done through a fun little automated Messenger conversation. Try it!
We’ve had the privilege to photograph thousands of beautiful Tasmanian children and their families over the years! Some are energetic, some are timid at first, some are curious, some a super cuddly and some are just downright CRAZY but the one thing we always hear is how much our clients love the results we make for them!
Jemma Morgan
“We loved meeting with Dean and having photos taken, creating memories to last a lifetime. Dean made it fun, flowy, non stressful (at all- literally none) and was great with my 2 year old and dog. His personality and people skills are second to none whilst holding that professional space. The whole experience from initial phone booking, to our consult, to the photo shoot day, the in-between communications, photo viewing day (and with a toddler in tow for all of it), Dean was great, and saying great just feels like such an understatement. The overall experience was an experience I’d definitely not only highly recommend but would also take up again, and of course to create more beautiful memories.
Thank you so much to Dean and his amazing team at Zanzo. You are incredible and I cannot thank you enough for the experience and memories from our visits with you.”
Carly Coleman
"I couldn't recommend Dean and the team enough. The experience is so fun, Dean had my girls in fits of laughter from start to finish, even our pet pooch was almost obedient for him. So SO happy with the final photos and service throughout. 😍”
Amina Verrall
“Dean, Katie and Jamie were brilliant throughout the whole process. Dean was great working with our one year old, he was able to capture her character in a natural and fun way. The photo shoot was an enjoyable and relaxed experience for everyone. Jamie was excellent communicating with us about the presentation. The Zanzo team were really friendly and professional from start to finish. We are really happy with the quality and appearance of our framed photos and photo album. Thanks again Zanzo!”
Imogen Pryer
“Absolutely loved our newborn shoot with our dog Louis the mini labradoodle and the photos taken by Dean. It was an easy process and he was able to move things along quickly so we didn't miss out. It was great to be able to include our dog, and Dean was able to calmly navigate the challenges of babies and dogs to create some beautiful pictures. We were delighted to return 6 months later and have Louis and baby Audrey have a new shoot for the CHAOS Project.”
FAQ:
What is this “TODDLERS” project all about? We love kids. They are sooooo much fun to photograph both on their own and in the context of their families. At this age (sitting to 4 years old) they are often raw and unguarded, unpredictable and just super fun really. We thought why not take on what some people might think is a CRAZY idea and make a book showcasing the most notoriously difficult demographic we can think of? … Still not sure it’s a great idea but we’re strapped in a ready for the ride!
We are all about photographing people and their pets in a way that represents who they are without the confines of 'perfect posing'. This often means shoots can get a little bit hectic - never more so than when toddlers are involved. This isn't a daunting prospect for us though - it’s actually super fun! We are donating all the participation fees with the aim to raise $3,000 for the saving the actual Tassie Devils.
What is in it for me? Your $50 participation fee is a direct donation to help raise much needed funds for the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program. You will also have (at least) 1 image of your Toddler in the book, you’ll have a series of priceless portraits made by one of Tasmania’s premier portrait artists, AND you’ll also have the opportunity to purchase photographs from your photography session and get some amazing wall art for your home. Additional costs are very likely - if you love the images we make for you, you’ll probably want to buy them! Doing so isn’t compulsory though. We can chat more about this at your obligation-free planning appointment which is the first step to getting involved.
When can we have the shoot? During normal studio operating hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30-5:00 or so. REALLY importantly, we’ll schedule your shoot for the most predictably happy time of day for your toddler i.e not crashing into nap time 😜. We also have a couple of after hours sessions each week to try and make it easier for everyone to get along. If you would like our school holiday sessions times best get in quick - they book out super fast! First step is your planning appointment where we get to meet you and find out a bit more about the personalities in your family. You also get a chance to have a look through the studio and ask any questions you might have. This means on the day of the shoot you’ll all be super relaxed.🙂
Who is the photographer? Dean Mansbridge is the owner here at Zanzo and will be your photographer. He's long been known as a 'child whisperer' for his innate ability to make BFFs with pretty much every child that comes to visit the studio. He's pretty handy with pups too. The pet focused project - POOCH! won an International Gold award and the best Not-for-Profit calendar at the World Calendar Awards. It also raised over $4000 for Brightside Farm Sanctuary. We’re a little bit proud of that!
Can I have all the family photographed? Absolutely! We will be happy to photograph the whole family at no extra cost, we recommend you take full advantage of the photography session. More pets or more people = More fun for all of us!
Can I purchase photographs? Yes, of course we will give you the opportunity to purchase photographs. Chances are we’ll make heaps of great images at your shoot to try and get a single great image for the Book… Personalised, photographic wall art of your family would make an AWESOME addition to your home. At your planning appointment (before the actual photography session) we'll discuss all of our products and pricing with you to figure out what might suit you best. There is more info about this on our general FAQ page.
Will my photograph definitely be in the book? Yes! All those who pay their participation fee, are photographed (obviously), and return for their slideshow presentation/ordering appointment will be in the book. 🙌
Do I get to choose the photograph to be included? Our graphic designer gets the final say in which images go into the book, but they will choose from YOUR list of favourites which you will create at your ordering appointment. This just ensures that the design of the book is balanced.
When will the book be available for purchase? We expect that this project will be finished in time for Christmas presents so let’s cross our fingers for November 2021. We will keep in touch with all participants to let them know where we are up to in the design and publishing cycle.
How much will the actual book cost? Gotta be honest… we’ve never done this project before so there are a few unknowns… It will really depend on how many pre-sales we get. Like most things, they become cheaper the more you buy. Probably somewhere between $85-$125.
Note - if you are under the age of 18 you must find an adult to apply for you and they must be present at all of your appointments.
Rebecca Brougham
"This is at least our 3rd family session over many years. Dean relaxes us all and gets the perfect faces out of the kids. You know the ones... the funny faces, the silly faces and also the heart felt smiles that I want captured and on my wall.
Memories that, absolutely last forever. The ones we think we can never forget but somehow slip from our memories. Capturing moments as I watch my little people grow into big people. Priceless!”
Helynn Meyer
“My son and I had an absolutely amazing experience! Dean knew just how to capture Taylor's personality and how to get him to come out of his shell. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to do family portraits. We will be back for more :)”
