The moment the Baileys drove into the carpark at Bulli, it felt like the wind decided to crank itself up just for us — not in a gentle, romantic way, but in a “hold onto your children” kind of way. Instead of slowing them down, it only seemed to fuel the kids, who treated the whole beach like their personal adventure zone.

The moment we hit the sand, the kids took off like tiny beach tornadoes — racing to the waves, chasing each other, and shrieking every time a gust tried to push them sideways. Mum and Dad were right there with them, half laughing, half trying to keep the family from blowing into Wollongong. It was wild, unpredictable, and completely delightful.

What made the whole evening magic was how the Baileys leaned into it. Instead of fighting the weather, they played with it — letting the wind whip through their hair, scooping up the kids for cuddles, and turning every gust into another reason to laugh. Their connection was so natural and easy, the kind of bond that shines brightest when things don’t go to plan.

And then came the sunset. Despite the wind (or maybe because of it), the sky put on a show — streaks of golden haze stretching across the water, waves catching the light just right, the whole scene glowing like it had been painted for us. By the end, everyone was sandy, windswept, and happily exhausted — the perfect ending to a session that felt more like an adventure than a photoshoot. The Baileys brought humour, heart, and a whole lot of energy, and Bulli gave us the wildest backdrop to match.