The beginning of a family story worth remembering.
A baptism or christening is more than a ceremony. It is family coming together, grandparents holding hands, parents taking it all in, and a child surrounded by the people who love them most.
At CineMotive, we document these moments with the same calm, natural and cinematic approach we bring to weddings — quietly preserving the feeling of the day.
Some moments become more valuable with time.
Years from now, the photographs and films from this day won't simply show what happened.
They'll show who was there. The grandparents holding your child. The proud smiles from parents and godparents. The laughter between cousins. The people who helped shape the beginning of your family's story.
These are the moments that quietly become family heirlooms.
"The value of these memories isn't measured today. It's measured decades from now."
The sacred, the emotional, and everything in between.
Christening days move quickly. Our role is to quietly follow the flow of the day, preserving the formal moments, the family connections, and the small details that often become the most meaningful later.
The Ceremony
Arrivals, church details, family greetings, the blessing, baptism, candle, godparents, parents, and the sacred moments that define the day.
The Family
Grandparents, siblings, godparents, extended family, candid interactions, group photos, and the people who make this milestone meaningful.
The Celebration
Reception styling, cake, speeches, formalities, children playing, laughter, table moments, and the atmosphere of everyone gathering together.
Choose the amount of time that best suits your day.
Every christening has a different rhythm. Some families only need the ceremony and key family moments. Others want the full story — from arrival through to the celebration afterwards.
Up to 3 Hours
Ideal for church coverage, key ceremony moments, family photos and a short celebration afterwards. A simple, beautiful option for families wanting the essential story preserved.
Up to 5 Hours
Best for families who want a fuller record of the day, including preparations, ceremony, family portraits, reception styling, speeches, cake and extended celebration moments.
Not sure which option suits your day? We can guide you based on your church, reception location, family photo needs and the flow of your celebration.
Choose how you'd like to remember the day.
Whether you're looking for photography, film, or complete coverage, each collection has been designed to preserve the people, moments and memories that make this milestone special.
Cherished Moments
- 1 Photographer
- Edited photos delivered via private online gallery
- $500 Album and Wall Art Credit
- Complimentary 1.5 hour Zoom design appointment
Choose 3 or 5 hours depending on how much of the ceremony and celebration you would like covered.
Precious Highlights
- 1 Videographer
- 3–5 minute highlight film
- Full ceremony video
- Reception formalities video
- Online delivery
- USB drive with all edited videos
Deliverables remain the same. The only difference is whether you would like 3 or 5 hours of coverage.
Complete Celebration
- 1 Photographer
- 1 Videographer
- Edited photos delivered via private online gallery
- 3–5 minute highlight film
- Full ceremony video
- Reception formalities video
- $500 Album and Wall Art Credit
- Complimentary 1.5 hour Zoom design appointment
- USB drive with all edited videos
- Online delivery
The most complete option for families wanting both the still moments and the motion of the day preserved.
Some memories deserve more than a screen.
The photographs from your child's baptism or christening are more than files.
They're a record of the people who were there, the family connections that mattered, and a moment in time that can never be recreated.
That's why many families choose to transform their favourite images into handcrafted albums and framed artwork designed to be enjoyed for generations.
The most valuable photographs are rarely the newest ones. They're the ones that survived.
Designed to live in your home.
Transform your favourite images into statement pieces that become part of your family's story every day.
Family Serene
A clean and elegant three-piece arrangement designed for smaller spaces and intimate family moments.
Family Radiant
A balanced collection that creates a striking visual centrepiece while maintaining a timeless aesthetic.
Family Majestic
A statement arrangement designed to become a focal point within your home and family legacy.
Wall Art Pricing
Each photography collection includes a $500 Album and Wall Art Credit, which can be used towards any of the collections below.
| Collection | Standard Price | With $500 Credit | Duplicate Orders |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Serene | $1,840 | $1,340 | 15% off |
| Family Radiant | $2,140 | $1,640 | 15% off |
| Family Majestic | $2,880 | $2,380 | 15% off |
Family Serene
Includes 3 x 14″ × 11″ framed pieces. Ideal for smaller spaces, hallway groupings, bedrooms or intimate family displays.
Family Radiant
Includes 2 x 16″ × 16″ framed pieces and 2 x 20″ × 16″ framed pieces. A balanced four-piece arrangement for family living spaces.
Family Majestic
Includes 1 x 30″ × 40″ framed piece and 4 x 14″ × 14″ framed pieces. A larger statement collection for feature walls.
Available in Matted Frames, Classic Canvas Frame or Boxed Canvas Frame. Final artwork selection and layout can be refined during your complimentary design appointment.
Ready to preserve this chapter?
Tell us your date, church, reception location and the type of coverage you are considering. We’ll guide you towards the collection that best suits the flow of your family celebration.
Enquire NowPhotography, film and social content creator options can be booked separately or combined.