The Recognition Project
Each year, Rochelle Swift Photography quietly gifts a small number of portrait sessions to a mother or family within our community who could use a moment of recognition.
This is not a competition.
It is not a giveaway.
It is a gesture.
A chance to pause.
To be seen.
To have something tangible that says — you mattered here.
For the mother who deserves to be recognised.
Parents carrying a heavy season quietly
Families experiencing financial hardship
Mothers navigating illness, grief or recovery
A heirloom print collection
including one 8x7 and five 5x7 fine art prints.
A curated set of 30 hand-edited, high-resolution images
ready to print and preserve.
A private online gallery
to select your collection.
A 75-minute portrait session
with full preparation and gentle guidance throughout.
A Gifted Portrait Experience
Whats included?
how it works
from nomination to fullfillment, this is how it unfolds.
Complete the short nomination form below. Share a little about the mother or family you’re putting forward, and the season they are walking through.
Nominations are open twice per year.
01 nominate
Each nomination is read carefully and privately.
Selected families are contacted directly by Rochelle.
Not all nominations can be chosen, but every story is held with care.
02 REVIEW & SELECTION
Once confirmed, we’ll arrange a time and location that feels right — your home, my Doreen studio, or a thoughtful outdoor space.
A simple agreement and short questionnaire finalise the details.
03 CONNECTION
You’ll receive a concise preparation guide and gentle support throughout.
Nothing complicated.
Nothing performative.
04 PREPARE WITH EASE
Sessions are calm and flexible.
Children lead. Parents breathe.
There is room to pause, reset, and simply be.
05 THE SESSION
Within three weeks, a curated gallery will be delivered. Your gifted experience includes a collection of images and a small heirloom print set, professionally produced and delivered to your door.
06 GALLERY & PRINTS
