Sumico Photography

Sumico Photography Gold Coast portrait and personal branding photographer based in Main Beach. Consultations by appointment
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I specialise in magazine-style photography that helps women feel confident, seen, and authentically themselves.Professional hair and makeup available.

07/09/2026

Want to look elegant and effortless sitting in photos? ✨

Here are 4 elegant chair poses to try at your next photoshoot:

✨ 1. Edge of the chair
Sit towards the edge and extend your legs forward. Keep your knees together, then gently move them to one side while keeping your toes pointed forward. You can also cross your legs for a more elegant line.

✨ 2. Sideways & elongated
Turn sideways on the chair. Extend the front leg with a soft bend in the knee, while the back leg reaches behind. Stay lightly on your toes to create a beautiful triangle shape through your lower legs.

✨ 3. Relaxed & elegant
Turn the chair sideways, bring your knees together and extend your legs, crossing them. Place one elbow on the back of the chair and gently touch your head, with your other arm relaxed beside your body.

✨ 4. Create another triangle
From pose 3, bring the top leg down and forward to create another beautiful triangle with your legs.

The secret to elegant sitting poses?
Think about creating long lines, angles and shapes rather than simply sitting in the chair.

📌 Save this for your next photoshoot!
And follow along for more Tuesday posing tips. 💕

A professional headshot should do more than look good—it should feel right for you and your brand.I recently photographe...
07/09/2026

A professional headshot should do more than look good—it should feel right for you and your brand.

I recently photographed Roger Harwood, Director of DevOps Services Australia, for his new LinkedIn headshots.

Before the session, I had a look at his LinkedIn profile and the DevOps Services Australia website. Their branding has a strong black-and-white aesthetic, and Roger came wearing the company logo shirt.

Roger initially thought a white background would work well, so I created both light and dark options.

🤍 Light tones feel fresh, clean and modern.
🖤 Darker tones can create a stronger, more sophisticated and premium feel.

I also used more dramatic lighting for Roger to create a confident, powerful executive portrait.

He loved the darker look and chose two images with the dark background.

And it doesn’t have to be black or white.

Your headshot background can be chosen to complement your brand colours, creating a more cohesive look across your LinkedIn profile, website and other marketing materials.

Thank you, Roger, for trusting me with your professional image. It was a pleasure photographing you!

His business partner is joining me next week, and I’m looking forward to creating his headshots too.

What colour would represent your brand?

03/09/2026

✨ INTRODUCING THE PENTHOUSE COLLECTION ✨

I’m so excited to introduce a brand-new luxury personal branding experience by Sumico Photography.

Set within a breathtaking private penthouse in Main Beach, The Penthouse Collection combines stunning ocean views, sophisticated interiors, professional hair and makeup, and editorial-style photography.

Your experience also includes 30 professionally retouched images and a two-page feature in Essence Magazine—because your story deserves to be seen.

This is more than a photoshoot.

It’s an experience created for women who are ready to elevate their visibility and create imagery that reflects the level they have worked so hard to achieve.

✨ The Penthouse Collection
📍 Main Beach, Gold Coast

Enquiries are now open.

Discover more via the link in my bio.

01/09/2026


Wearing a flowy dress or skirt? Let it move! ✨👗

You don’t always need a complicated pose. Use the movement of the fabric to create beautiful, natural-looking images.

Try:
✨ Swaying side to side
✨ Twirling
✨ Changing your gaze
✨ Adding a handbag
✨ Knee slightly in + shoulder back

The secret? Keep moving and don’t overthink it.

Save this for your next photoshoot! 📸

Which look would you try first — sway, twirl or handbag pose?

VELVETElegance has whiskers.Some personalities simply cannot be overlooked.Velvet has that quiet kind of presence — grac...
31/08/2026

VELVET
Elegance has whiskers.

Some personalities simply cannot be overlooked.

Velvet has that quiet kind of presence — graceful, self-assured and effortlessly captivating.

She moves through her owner’s world with the confidence of someone who knows she belongs there. Sometimes beside her, sometimes passing quietly by, and sometimes simply watching from a distance.

But there are moments when the distance disappears — a gentle cuddle, a knowing look, and that unmistakable connection between a cat and the human who loves her.

And then, naturally, there is Velvet on her own terms… peeking out from a cosy blanket, curious and completely unbothered. 🤍

Elegant. Affectionate. Independent. Completely Velvet.

Because true character doesn't need to be posed.
It simply reveals itself.

A successful branding photoshoot starts before you step in front of the camera. ✨Tia and Craig from came to their brand...
27/08/2026

A successful branding photoshoot starts before you step in front of the camera. ✨

Tia and Craig from came to their branding session incredibly well prepared — and it made such a difference.

They didn't just bring outfits. They brought their brand.

From smart suits for a polished professional look, to their branded black shirts with the signature green Mintt Developments embroidery, black polos with dark denim for a more relaxed look, and beautifully coordinated outfits for their park and beach locations.

Their colour choices were also so thoughtfully planned — moving from strong, professional tones to softer neutrals like beige, white and light denim at the beach.

And they brought something else that made their session particularly personal: their work.

House plans, floor plans and samples of materials were spread across the desk, creating authentic images that tell the story of what they actually do.

This is exactly why I always encourage my clients to think beyond simply bringing a few nice outfits.

Bring your brand.
Bring your personality.
Bring the things that tell your story.

The more prepared you are, the more variety we can create — and the more useful your images become across your website, social media and professional profiles.

Tia and Craig were also such a joy to photograph. They trusted my direction, relaxed in front of the camera and allowed their personalities to come through naturally.

Their 5-star review made my day:

“We absolutely loved working with Sumi. From the beginning she made the whole experience feel relaxed, easy and enjoyable. This meant the photos felt natural and genuinely us.”

Thank you, Tia and Craig, for trusting me to capture both the professional and personal side of Mintt Development. It was a pleasure working with you both. 🤍

Planning your own branding photoshoot? Don't just think about what you'll wear. Think about what you want your images to say about you and your business.

Hair and makeup: Kanae

25/08/2026

4 bar stool poses 🪑✨

It’s all in the legs! Small changes can completely change the feel of your pose.

From strong and confident to feminine, elegant and effortlessly casual, these four simple variations give you different looks with the same stool.

Save this for your next photoshoot and give them a try! 📸

Which one is your favourite?

Amazing hair and makeup artist on the Gold Coast.
24/08/2026

Amazing hair and makeup artist on the Gold Coast.

21/08/2026

The moments behind the photographs. ❤️

Kelly’s husband, Paul, captured this little behind-the-scenes video while I was photographing Kelly at Main Beach—and I love seeing the story behind the final images.

From Kelly running and dancing along the beach, to having fun in front of the camera, and then sharing those beautiful moments with Paul.

This is what I love about portrait photography. The best photographs aren’t always perfectly posed. Sometimes they happen when you move, laugh, dance and simply enjoy the moment.

Kelly and Paul have been married for 29 years, and watching them dance and laugh together was such a beautiful moment to witness. ❤️

I especially love photographing at Main Beach this time of year. The weather is cooler than summer, the air is crisp, and the sky and ocean can be absolutely beautiful.

With my studio just a short walk from the beach, I often encourage both portrait and personal branding clients to take advantage of it—and if there’s someone you love, bring them along too.

Your partner, children, family or even your beloved pet. ❤️

Sometimes the photographs you treasure most are the ones you never planned.

Kelly is also now part of my 50 Over 50 project, and I’ll be sharing more of her story and portraits very soon.

Thank you, Paul, for capturing this behind-the-scenes glimpse of me doing what I love. 📹

Hair and makeup by TD - Multi Award Winner

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8B, 15 Tedder Avenue Main Beach
Gold Coast, QLD
4217

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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