About me
The most beautiful photos don't happen when you're trying to look perfect.
They happen when you forget the camera is even there.
Ciao, I'm Elena — the purple-haired, Your Melbourne-based lifestyle & family photographer
I capture the beautiful details of your story — your individual personality, your kids' playfulness, and the unique dynamics between the people you love most.
Whatever brings you here — a family session, a fairy garden adventure, or a portrait just for you — I'll bring the energy, the warmth and the patience to make it feel less like a photoshoot and more like a really good day out.
The spontaneous smiles, candid glances, and genuine delight — these are the pictures you'll cherish forever. Not because you look flawless, but because they're authentic and speak of life lived in full colour.
Testimonial
"I had my maternity photoshoot at 34 weeks with Elena and I enjoyed every second of it! She guided me (I am usually very awkward in front of cameras) throughout the whole session and made sure I was comfortable and happy. I could see that she was as excited as my partner and I were about capturing an unforgettable moment in our lives and I honestly cannot stop scrolling through the beautiful photos. You won't regret working with Elena, especially if you appreciate bubbly and passionate personalities! "
Jae Park
Behind the lens
Growing up in Italy, I was surrounded by hard-working parents who did what everyone does — work, pay bills, stay inside the box. There was no space for dreams. No one ever said "what do you want to be?" — only "what do you need to do."
So I did the same. Office jobs. Practicality. Existing.
Photography was my escape room. The one place where I could look at the world differently — not through a lens of obligations, but through one of wonder and beauty. After five years studying photography, something cracked open inside me. A dream I never knew I had finally had a name.
And that’s what life
should be about, right?
Finding Joy ?
Then came the love of my life — my husband and my two boys.
Watching them dream freely, explore fearlessly and believe in magic made me realise something I had missed my whole childhood — that life is precious, and it is beautiful, and we are allowed to want more from it.
They didn't just give me a family. They gave me permission to dream.
The message I carry into everything I do — as a mother and as a photographer — is this: hold onto the small moments. The giggles, the curiosity, the love between the people who
matter most. Because those moments?
Today,
I document life as you live it.
So, each time you see your photos, you'll rediscover the richness of your experiences -
in the ordinary and extraordinary moments.
Unfiltered. True. Meaningful.
Through my lens, I want families to keep those memories alive — forever held in their hearts.
In a Snapshot
Why I'm the photographer
for you?
Speciality
Worried about how your little ones will behave during a session? Don't be. With over 14 years working with children as a swim coach and childcare teacher, I know exactly how to work with fussy, bouncy, shy or full-of-energy kids. You'll walk away with beautiful images — no matter what mood they arrive in.
Approach
I create a warm, lively and relaxed environment where even the shyest person feels comfortable to just be themselves. Before long, the awkwardness melts away and what's left is genuine laughter, real connection and photos that actually look like you — at your most authentic and joyful.
Style
Natural. Vibrant. Warm. My photos are full of candid emotions, honest moments and genuine love. Nothing posed, nothing stiff — just your story told in a way that feels real, playful and alive. Rich in colour and full of heart, these are the images you'll want to display on every wall of your home.
Testimonial
“My fairy garden experience with Elena from Dream Catcher Photography was absolutely magical from start to finish. I was looking for something creative, whimsical and unique, and this exceeded every expectation. The attention to detail was fantastic. Elena created such a warm, comfortable atmosphere that I felt confident, relaxed and so happy that I was genuinely able to enjoy the experience. The final photos were stunning, capturing not only the beautiful setting in nature but also my personality and joy in every shot. If you are looking for a one of a kind experience that makes you feel beautiful, playful and completely transported into fantasy, I cannot recommend this enough! "
Despina
Ready to see your story through my lens?
Let's create something beautiful together.
A heartfelt thank you to my remarkable personal branding photographer Ksenia Belova,
for capturing my true self in every single shot.
To Yulia Sprenger, my talented video producer, for bringing the magic of the Fairy Garden Experience
to life through his beautiful films.
To my husband and boys — thank you for your endless patience, your love and for being my greatest inspiration every single day.
And to Sharon Tal— thank you for believing in me and helping me build the courage to bring this dream to life.
— Elena
Dream Catcher Photography Melbourne
Family and lifestyle photographer, Elena Tasso, captures genuine connections,
candid interactions and meaningful moments in a vibrant and natural style.
From individual portraits to group photography, your session is a fun and relaxed experience.
As for the photos — you'll love showing them off, now and always.