Hello, and a warm welcome from the Alie family!
When you choose me to capture your memories, you’re inviting me into a deeply personal part of your life. That trust means so much to me. I’d love to share a little about the family behind Make Believe Photography so that, when we meet, you already feel like you know me.
Scott and I met in 2011, and ours really was a love at first sight kind of story. From the beginning, we knew that becoming parents was something we both wanted more than anything.
Having one of my ovaries removed when I was 14 meant we knew our journey might need a little help. With the support of wonderful specialists, we welcomed our first daughter, Sophie, in April 2013. Scarlett joined our family in 2017, followed by Saige in 2021. Our three girls are everything we had hoped for, and being their mum is the greatest privilege of my life.
Becoming a mum also gave me the courage to follow another dream. In July 2013, just a few months after Sophie was born, I started Make Believe Photography. What began as a passion grew alongside our family into the business you see today.
In 2015, we purchased our first home in Pakenham, which also became home to my first photography studio. So many beautiful families have walked through its doors over the years. In 2026, we transformed the studio into a fresh, welcoming space, creating another special chapter in a place that holds so much of our story.
Scott and I married in March 2020 at the beautiful Hidden Grove in Noosa, just before the world changed with COVID. Our wedding was small and intimate, surrounded by the people closest to us, and it was absolutely perfect for us.
As a family, we love being outdoors, going on adventures and finding happiness in the simple things. Our girls bring plenty of dancing, singing, creativity and dress ups into our home. Scott works in heating and cooling, and he’s also the person who can turn so many of my ideas into reality. His practical skills and attention to detail have been a huge part of bringing the studio to life.
Our life is full, sometimes messy and always changing. Being a mum has taught me how much meaning lives in the everyday moments, alongside the big milestones. The cuddles, the familiar expressions and the little details that quietly change as our children grow.
That’s what I love preserving for you. Photographs that bring you back to how it felt to hold your baby, hear your children laugh or have everyone together.
From our family to yours, thank you for trusting me with your memories. I can’t wait to get to know you and help you tell your own family’s story.
Hi, I’m Brooke, the founder, photographer and memory keeper behind Make Believe Photography.
I’m a wife to Scott, mum to three beautiful girls and someone who feels deeply, loves a good chat and will probably get a little emotional hearing your story. Helping people feel comfortable, cared for and seen has always been at the heart of who I am.
Before making photography my full time career, I spent around 15 years as a nurse. Caring for others filled my cup, and that nurturing part of me is still woven into everything I do. These days, it might look like settling your newborn, reassuring you when you feel nervous in front of the camera or helping you see yourself with a little more kindness.
Being a mum was always my dream. My own experiences with infertility and loss have made me deeply grateful for the family I have and the memories we get to make together. It’s also why your family will never be just another booking to me. I know how much the people in your photographs mean to you.
I love capturing the little things you might not even realise you’ll miss one day. The way your baby fits into your arms, your child reaching for your hand, the laughter and the closeness. Then we turn those memories into beautiful artwork you can enjoy in your home and pass down through your family.
A little bit about me… I love coffee, donuts, journalling and meditation, although I am definitely not a morning person! I danced for 15 years, love finding joy in the little things and feel happiest when I’m connected with the people I love. I’m also a bit of a clean freak. Just ask Scott and the girls!
Make Believe Photography is such a personal part of my life, and welcoming you into my studio means so much to me. I want you to feel at home, enjoy being with your family and trust that I’ll take care of you throughout your experience.
I can’t wait to meet you, hear your story and help you preserve the chapter you’re living right now.
Hi everyone,
I’m Tahlia, the new studio and client experience coordinator and Brooke’s right hand girl.
I am SO excited to officially be joining the Make Believe Photography team and working alongside the amazing Brooke!
I’ve actually had the privilege of being on the other side of the camera with Brooke as a client many times, and every single experience has made me feel so comfortable and welcomed.
We have always chatted like we’ve known each other for years, so being able to now step into her world, support her behind the scenes and be part of everything she is creating feels incredibly special.
Watching Make Believe Photography continue to grow has been amazing, and I’m so excited to now be part of that journey. I can’t wait to meet so many of you, help guide you through your experience and play a little part in helping preserve some really beautiful memories for your families.
A little bit about me… I’m a very social, energetic person who loves meeting new people and having a good laugh. I spend most of my time with my son and my family, but I am also very happy curled up with snacks binge watching a good TV series! I have qualifications in Beauty Therapy and I’m currently working towards becoming qualified in fine line tattooing as well. I love music, driving around on beautiful sunny days, cheeky jokes, making memories and probably drink far too much Red Bull and coffee!
I’m genuinely so excited to be here and cannot wait to get to know you all and become part of your Make Believe Photography experience
I have an ongoing project called the “motherhood project – be the change for our children and embrace you.” It helps mum’s to feel confident and comfortable in their changed bodies after child birth. Every mother that has participated in this project said that they felt changed after this. They accepted their bodies and had a new found love and respect for themselves even long after going through the experience. Giving women this power is such a strong passion of mine it is seriously life changing. If you are interested please feel free to reach out to me.
