FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
HONEST AND BEAUTIFUL STORY TELLING PORTRAITS BY SYDNEY PHOTOGRAPHER
Clients often contact me concerned that their photos will never end up like the ones they see of mine. They don't feel like they are as glamorous, or their kids won't behave, or their moments can't possibly be as beautiful - and generally leave the session asking if managed to get anything. But once they receive their gallery there is generally a sigh of relief as it is often impossible to notice your own tiny moment of magic and beauty within your family.
Your kids will probably not behave, and you will likely feel like it was a disaster and end the session apologising, but you will soon realise when you see the images, that it didn’t even matter.
My sessions are studio and wardrobe free. I only uses natural environments and natural light. I intentionally do not have a client wardrobe as I don't want to prescribe to you what a beautiful family session looks like. For some it's an urban street stroll, for some it's an afternoon beach session, and for others it's simply staying home.
Call me today to chat about what kind of session is best for your family x
Invite me to spend an hour in your world, and I'll show you the beauty that I see.
Family Package 1
- One Hour Photography Session
- Home or Outdoors
- 20 Digital Images
- Selected from full gallery of 100+
- Delivered via online gallery
$750
Family Package 2
- One Hour Photography Session
- Home or Outdoors
- Unlimited Digital files (100+)
- Delivered via online gallery within 7 days
$900
Family Package 3
- One Hour Session
- Home or Outdoors
- Unlimited Digital files (100+)
- Delivered via online gallery within 7 days
- One FRAMED PRINT; Fine Art Paper, Victorian Ash Frame (673x938mm) with 3 colour options.
$1,350
Family Package 4
- One Hour Session
- Home or Outdoors
- Unlimited Digital files (100+)
- Delivered via online gallery within 7 days
- Beautiful Linen Album with Fine Art Paper + Metallic Embossing
- 2 Sizes Available (8 x 8 or 12 x12")
SML $1400 / LRG $1550
* All return clients are entitled to $100 off
Family Session FAQs
How do we get our photos?
Your photos are delivered via an online digital gallery. If you have selected the Unlimited package, download instructions will be sent immediately, otherwise you select your 20 images from that gallery.
How many photos do we get?
You will come away from a 1 hour session with around 100-150 digital images, all edited. Usually around 2/3 colour and 1/3 black and white.
Do you edit all photos?
Yes all photos you will receive will be edited and treated to look a certain way.
Whats your turn around time?
Within 7 days.
How do we book you?
It is best to drop me an email at hello@martinepayne.com to chat about what you are after and what location and timing works best. I will then send you an online booking form to complete.
Can you help us with planning?
Absolutely. I will advise you on how to achieve the best photos for your session, what locations work best and what time of day will give you the best light.
How far out do you book?
If you are after a weekend only, it's better to book at least a month ahead of time. Weekday sessions are more flexible with availability as a few days each week are left for last minute maternity and new born sessions.
My kids are lunatics, how can I be sure they will behave?
They won't, so let's get that disappointment out the way. And that's ok. You will likely end the session apologising for someone behaviour but in reality all those playful, silly moments add a great energy to your photos. But I will do my absolute best to make sure everyone feels comfortable and may even enjoy the session!
Should we have it at home or outdoors?
If you have a home you love, that is filled with lots of natural light, or have a young baby or children that are more comfortable at home, then let's do it at home.
We can use the bed for snuggles and jumping and also might even want to jump in the shower or bath.
Home sessions create a wonderful sense of comfort and intimacy and also lovely warm tones.
Outdoor sessions are great for maternity sessions or families that enjoy the outdoors and running free. Ideally these should be done in the last hour or two of daylight to really achieve the best light. This often means feeding the kids before hand. If this sounds all too difficult for you then maybe a home session will suit best.
Enquire below to chat to Martine about creating the right Family session for you
Servicing eastern suburbs, inner west, north shore and northern beaches, sydney
Feeling a bit unsure of how to prepare for your family session? Head to the guides below for a few pointers.
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AVAILABLE ADD ONS
Victorian Ash Framed Prints
From $350
High quality timber frame: Ash, White or Black
- 310gsm Cotton Rag Paper
- Archival Giclée print
- 5mm Acid free Foamboard
- 3mm Museum UV Plexiglas
Sizes available:
MED 450 x 300mm $350
LRGE 600 x 425 mm $450
XL 900 x 635mm $550
Premium Print Box
$180
Select 30 favourite images received on fine art paper.
5 x 7" with white boarder.
Linen Album
SM $350 LRG $500
High quality Linen Album with metallic embossing.
Available in 2 sizes:
SM 8 x 8" / LRG 12 x 12"
12 spreads / 24 pages
Select your images and a PDF will be emailed to you for approval.
NATURAL, BEAUTIFUL PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY FOR Family, Maternity, + LifestylE, SYDNEY Based
Best Family Photographer Eastern Suburbs, Sydney