Chronicles of Jessie Ma

  • My First Beach Photoshoot!

    LocationMiami Beach, Gold Coast, QLD Australia. ModelSarah Ray Read more

  • On Time

    Ever feel like the years are getting shorter? This post reflects on some potential reasons why time speeds up as we age and considers ways to slow down and savor each moment in 2025. Read more

  • Punch Needle Project

    A few days ago, my mum wanted to buy Christmas groceries, but as always, I got distracted by Kmart. Once we reached the arts and crafts section, she offered to buy me whatever I wanted. Forever tempted by Anko’s arts and crafts kits, I settled on a three-pack of paint-by-number canvases and a punch needle… Read more

  • From Kit to Couch via Latch Hook

    Over the past two months, I’ve developed a newfound love for Anko’s DIY arts and crafts kits. So far, I’ve completed a textured painting, a paint-by-numbers project, and, most recently, a 40x40cm latch hook cushion cover. While I bought the first two kits to keep me occupied during my husband’s trip, this latest kit caught… Read more

  • Lessons from My First Maternity Shoot

    LocationCedar Creek Estate Vineyard & Winery, Mount Tamborine, QLD Australia. Models Rachel and Aaron This post is about the lessons I learned from shooting one of my best friends, Machy, and my old friend, Aaron. While I wanted to introduce them many years back, neither of them were interested. Fast forward several years, however, and… Read more