Best Family Photography in Adelaide
Booking a family photo session is one of the easiest ways to capture how your family looks and feels right now, before the kids grow and everything changes. This guide walks you through what to expect, typical costs and how to choose the right photographer, and features some of Adelaide's most highly rated family photographers.
1. Paul Duan Photography
Hectorville, SA
Paul Duan Photography, based in Hectorville, SA, offers a range of photography services including family portraits and baby photos. Sessions appear to be conducted both on-location and at home. The portfolio also covers weddings, business portraits, graduation, and dance photography.
2. Lin Photography - Newborn Photographer Adelaide | Professional High Quality Photo Prints
Oakden, SA
Lin Photography is a studio-based newborn photographer in Oakden, Adelaide, specialising exclusively in newborn photography. Sessions are baby-led in a purpose-built studio with premium props, offering a natural, lightly vintage style. Family and sibling inclusions are available. Over 170 five-star reviews.
3. Kate & Co, Family Photographers
Edwardstown, SA
Kate & Co is an Adelaide-based studio (Edwardstown, SA) offering newborn, maternity, family, and cake smash photography. Sessions are held at the Edwardstown studio or outdoor locations including Blackwood forest and Port Willunga beach. Kate is an AIPP Master Photographer photographing over 250 families annually.
4. Just Believe Photography
Sheidow Park, SA
Just Believe Photography, based in Sheidow Park SA, is led by AIPP-accredited, award-winning photographer Marlize. She shoots maternity, newborn, cake smash, and family sessions across Adelaide, emphasising natural poses, warm tones, and genuine connection. Sessions are held on location. She holds a DHS Working with Children Clearance.
5. Adelaide's Family, Newborn & Business Photographer | Fable and Fig
Cockatoo Valley, SA
Fable and Fig was an Adelaide-based photography business (Cockatoo Valley, SA) specialising in family, newborn, maternity, and business photography. The studio has permanently closed. During its operation it documented families across multiple milestones, building long-term relationships with clients over many years.
6. TB Photography & Videography
Walkley Heights, SA
TB Photography & Videography is a multi-award-winning team based in Walkley Heights, SA, primarily specialising in wedding photography and videography. They also offer newborn, maternity, glamour, boudoir, engagement, and commercial sessions. Known for a relaxed, personalised style serving local, rural, and interstate clients.
7. Verity Edgecombe Photography
Balhannah, SA
Verity Edgecombe is an Adelaide Hills-based photographer offering family, maternity, and children's photography, as well as weddings and engagements. She works on location using natural light, capturing timeless and heartwarming moments in a relaxed, easy-going style across the Adelaide Hills and surrounding areas.
8. Wish Photography by Katherine Stannard
Cheltenham, SA
Wish Photography by Katherine Stannard is a full-service portrait studio in Cheltenham, SA, specialising in newborn, maternity, and family photography. Katherine offers unhurried studio sessions focused on heirloom artwork, capturing motherhood's most meaningful moments for clients to display as wall art.
9. Photography By Sarah D
South Brighton, SA
Photography By Sarah D is run by Sarah Darbyshire in South Brighton, SA. A trained Beloved Photographer with 20+ years experience, she uses gentle, guided techniques to capture authentic, unposed imagery. She offers newborn, maternity, family, and milestone photography, alongside weddings and commercial work.
10. Jackie Allender Photography
Kent Town, SA
Jackie Allender Photography is based in a studio at Kent Town, SA, also offering on-location sessions. Jackie specialises in newborn, maternity, and family photography, using professional lighting and a curated prop collection. Sessions are designed to be comfortable and authentic, capturing genuine moments in both lifestyle and traditional portrait styles.
11. Shutter Photography
Kilburn, SA
Shutter Photography, based in Kilburn SA, is run by Tracey and offers maternity, newborn, and lifestyle/family sessions. Sessions are calm, guided, and elegantly styled, blending fine art with a nostalgic approach to create timeless heirloom portraits capturing genuine family connection and emotion.
12. Photography by Carly
Hove, SA
Photography by Carly is an Adelaide-based outdoor and coastal photographer specialising in weddings, families, events, headshots, and branding. Carly shoots on location — beaches, hills, and natural environments — and also offers maternity photography. She has over 20 years of experience and is based in the Brighton/Hove area of South Australia.
13. Amy Spooner Photography | Adelaide Natural Newborn & Family Photographer
Grange, SA
Amy Spooner Photography is based in Grange, SA, specialising in natural, unscripted newborn and family portraiture. Amy documents genuine moments and fine details in a relaxed style, capturing real connections between families. She also covers motherhood/maternity sessions, as indicated by her portfolio categories.
14. Danielle Klein Photography
Adelaide, SA
Danielle Klein Photography is an Adelaide-based photographer specialising in pets, couples, and family photography. Focused on creating gallery-quality artwork for home display, the business offers family portraits alongside pet and couple sessions. Location style (studio vs on-location) is not explicitly stated on the website.
15. Rikki Photography
Torrensville, SA
Rikki Photography is run by Cherry from a studio in Torrensville, SA, with on-location sessions available across Adelaide. Specialising in newborn, family, maternity and cake smash photography, her style is relaxed and natural, focused on genuine connection, emotion and timeless storytelling.
16. Sweet Image Photography
Highbury, SA
Sweet Image Photography, run by Jess in Highbury SA, specialises in newborn, maternity, family, and cake smash photography. Sessions are held in a warm, cosy studio. Jess creates a relaxed atmosphere suited to babies and young children, delivering naturally edited, timeless images.
17. Sachin Shrestha Photography
Mansfield Park, SA
Sachin Shrestha Photography, based in Adelaide (Mansfield Park, SA), specialises in maternity, newborn, and family portrait photography. Offering a full-service, artwork-studio experience, Sachin delivers timeless, authentic storytelling images and creates printed wall art, heirloom albums, and framed prints for clients' homes.
18. Photo by Nancy | Newborn & Family Photographer
Mawson Lakes, SA
Photo by Nancy is a lifestyle and documentary photographer based in Mawson Lakes, SA, with over 12 years of experience. Nancy shoots newborn, family, and christening sessions in clients' homes or at outdoor locations across Adelaide metro suburbs. No studio; sessions are calm, natural, and unposed. Sessions start from $150.
19. Adelaide Maternity and Newborn Photography - Narelle Williams Photography
Eden Hills, SA
Narelle Williams Photography, based in Eden Hills, Adelaide, specialises in maternity, newborn, baby, and family photography. Sessions are offered in a studio setting with a client wardrobe available. Narelle focuses on authentic, natural connections, capturing genuine moments between parents and their babies in a relaxed environment.
20. Little Wood Studio
Ironbank, SA
Little Wood Studio, based in Ironbank SA, is run by Sam Liddicoat offering natural, timeless newborn, baby, and family photography. Newborn sessions are held in a home studio; family sessions take place at outdoor Adelaide Hills locations. Fixed session prices include digital images.
21. Focused on Love Birth Photography
Aberfoyle Park, SA
Focused on Love Photography, based in Aberfoyle Park SA, is an award-winning birth and motherhood photographer servicing Adelaide. Ashlyn covers maternity (bellies), birth, newborns (babies), and family sessions. She offers documentary-style on-location coverage with hands-on support during birth.
22. Little Things Photography Adelaide
South Port, SA
Little Things Photography, based in South Port, Adelaide, is run by Mandy and specialises in maternity, newborn, and family photography. Sessions appear to be both in-home and on-location outdoors, capturing natural, candid connections. The style is warm and documentary-feel, focusing on genuine moments and real family stories.
23. Little Cuddles Photography
Edwardstown, SA
Little Cuddles Photography, based in Edwardstown SA, is an award-winning studio offering in-studio and outdoor photoshoots. Photographer Jenna specialises in maternity, newborn, family, baby, children, and cake smash photography across Adelaide, South Australia.
24. Sean Cummins Photography
Adelaide, SA
Sean Cummins Photography is an Adelaide-based wedding photography business. Sean specialises exclusively in natural, candid, story-driven wedding photography across Adelaide, Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and the Adelaide Hills. No newborn, family, or baby photography services are offered.
25. Nikki Sliwa Photography
Richmond, SA
Nikki Sliwa Photography, based in Richmond, SA, offers on-location photography sessions in natural outdoor settings. Services include maternity and family photography, with relaxed, natural-style portraits. Sessions include sneak peeks within 48 hours and a fully edited gallery delivered within four weeks.
26. Embrace Photography
Enfield, SA
Fiona Whyte (Fi) of Embrace Photography, Enfield SA, offers studio and outdoor portrait sessions specialising in fine art and modern family and children's portraits, glamour portraits of women, personal branding/headshots, and wedding photography across Adelaide, Barossa, and Fleurieu. 15+ years experience; professional styling available.
27. Susie-Lotta Photography
Seacliff, SA
Suzanne Phillips is a professional portrait photographer based in Seacliff, SA, specialising in family photography, headshots and branding, and fashion photography. She captures stories and connection, working with families, professionals, actors, small businesses, and sustainable fashion designers.
28. Marina Birch Photography
Highbury, SA
Marina Birch Photography, based in Highbury SA, offers over 20 years of experience. Services include family portraits, headshots, business branding, dance photography, and event coverage. Sessions available at the Highbury studio (indoor and outdoor) or on-location throughout Adelaide.
29. Vanessa Size Photography
Norwood, SA
Vanessa Size Photography is based in Norwood, SA, operating by appointment. With over 20 years' experience and AIPP Master of Photography status, Vanessa specialises in children and family portraits, school photography, and commercial work across Adelaide and Clare Valley.
30. Dream It Photography
Summertown, SA
Dream It Photography, based in the Adelaide Hills (Summertown, SA), is led by Jared, a fine art wedding and lifestyle photographer. He shoots on location, specialising in cinematic, storytelling-style imagery covering weddings, family portraits, maternity, and newborn sessions, with bundled maternity-and-newborn packages available.
31. Treasured Memories Photography
Norwood, SA
Treasured Memories Photography (now rebranded as Seen Studio) is a family-run, on-location photography business in Norwood, SA. They specialise in newborn, baby, children, and family portraiture, maternity photography, performing arts, events, and fundraising photography.
32. That Little Moment Photography
Golden Grove, SA
Samantha Ahmed is an Adelaide-based photographer operating from Golden Grove, SA, with 6+ years experience. She shoots on-location family, newborn, baby, children, and milestone sessions in a calm, relaxed style, focusing on candid real moments. Proudly exhibited at the SALA Festival. Serves Golden Grove, Tea Tree Gully, and greater Adelaide.
33. Impressions Photography Studio
Medindie, SA
Impressions Photography Studio in Medindie, SA specialises in maternity, newborn, family, children, and cake smash photography. Sessions appear to be both studio-based and on-location, featuring posed and candid styles with warm, artistic lighting and floral props.
34. The Little Oak Studio
Banksia Park, SA
The Little Oak Studio is based in Tea Tree Gully, Adelaide (SA), offering studio photography for bumps (maternity), babies (newborn and baby), families, and pets. Their style is natural and candid, focused on crafting meaningful family keepsakes. They operate from a dedicated studio.
35. Melissa Alagich Photography
Mawson Lakes, SA
Melissa Alagich Photography, based in Mawson Lakes, Adelaide, is an award-winning studio (AIPP SA Newborn Photographer of the Year 2019) specialising in newborn, maternity, and family photography. Operating since 2009, Melissa delivers simple, natural, and timeless images in a welcoming studio environment, with flexible location options including client properties.
36. Embellish Photography
Westbourne Park, SA
Embellish Photography, based in Westbourne Park SA, is led by Gina Te and specialises in maternity, newborn, sitter (baby), cake smash, and family photography. The studio offers a structured client experience with products including wall art, framed prints, albums, and digital collections.
37. Avalon City Imaging Photographers
Thebarton, SA
Avalon City Imaging is a studio-based photography business in Thebarton (Adelaide), SA, with over 50 years combined team experience. They shoot newborn, maternity, family, boudoir, bridal boudoir, couples, engagement, wedding, portrait, glamour, pet, and commercial photography, specialising in boudoir and creating customised portrait artwork.
38. Photographyroom
Unley, SA
Photographyroom is a multi-award-winning studio in Unley, SA, specialising in dog, people/portrait, commercial, and headshot photography. They also photograph families. Sessions are primarily studio-based with backdrops, though on-location commercial work is also offered. No dedicated newborn, maternity, baby, or milestone services are mentioned.
39. Dave Pascoe Photography
Norwood, SA
Dave Pascoe is an Adelaide-based photographer specialising in wedding and family photography. He shoots on location, known for a candid, emotion-driven style that captures authentic moments. His work focuses on weddings and family portraits across South Australia.
40. Sonia Lee Photography
Flinders Park, SA
Sonia Lee Photography is a boutique portrait studio in Flinders Park, Adelaide SA. With over 20 years of experience, Sonia shoots newborns, maternity, older babies, children, and families. Newborn sessions are studio-based; family sessions can include on-location shoots. Her style is simple, beautiful, and timeless.
41. Adelaide Portrait Studios
Parkside, SA
Adelaide Portrait Studios in Parkside, SA offers fine art family and children's portrait photography in a purpose-built studio and on-location (parks, Adelaide Hills, beach). They specialise in bespoke, timeless wall art and fine art prints, with corporate headshots also available. No individual photographer names are listed on the site.
42. Bliss Baby Photography
Hope Valley, SA
Bliss Baby Photography is based in Hope Valley, South Australia, offering newborn, maternity, family, baby, cake smash, milestone, and children's photography. Contact is available via WhatsApp, phone, or email. Studio or on-location details are not specified in the available website text.
43. Accent Photography
Erindale, SA
Accent Photography, run by Oliver Toth and Carolyn in Erindale, SA, specialises in theatrical photography, headshots, weddings, family and portfolio portraiture. Oliver is an AIPP Accredited Professional Photographer known for a timeless, candid style, shooting both nationally and in Europe.
44. Black Canvas Photographers
Adelaide, SA
Black Canvas Photographers is a drive-in studio in Adelaide CBD offering family, children, newborn, and maternity photography alongside a wide range of other genres. AIPP-accredited team with decades of experience. Signature work includes custom images printed on aluminium. Studio hire also available.
45. williamstudio
College Park, SA
Williamstudio is a studio-based portrait photography business in College Park, Adelaide, operating from a heritage-listed premises. Led by Tim, with 25+ years of experience, the studio specialises in family and children's fine art portraits, offering professional retouching, framing guidance, and a satisfaction guarantee.
46. Gainsborough Studio
Collinswood, SA
Gainsborough Studio, based in Collinswood SA, offers portrait photography for newborns, children of all ages, and families. Sessions are available in-studio, at clients' homes, or on location around Adelaide. The studio also covers weddings and commercial photography.
47. Seen Studio SA
Norwood, SA
Seen Studio is a boutique family-run studio based in Norwood, SA, led by Peta Grace. Formerly Treasured Memories Photography (20+ years). Offers maternity, newborn, and family portraiture in studio or nature, alongside performing arts, events, headshots, and content photography across South Australia and beyond.
48. Private Collections Photography - David Haddy
Parkside, SA
Private Collections Photography is David Haddy's Adelaide studio, operating over 40 years. Specialising in family and children's portraits shot on location in homes and outdoor settings across South Australia and beyond. Known for hand-printed fine art styles including LightSketch®, black and white fine art prints, and custom matted works for home display.
49. VIKKI KOURBELIS PHOTOGRAPHY
Clovelly Park, SA
Vikki Kourbelis Photography is an Adelaide-based photographer offering newborn, maternity (belly), and family photography. Newborn sessions are available as lifestyle in-home or studio posed. Also shoots christenings and birthdays. Based in Clovelly Park, SA.
What a family photography session involves
A family photography session is a relaxed, guided shoot designed to capture natural connection between you and your kids. Most Adelaide photographers offer a mix of posed group shots and candid, lifestyle-style moments — think the kids piling on for a cuddle, a tickle fight, or a quiet moment with a newborn. Sessions usually run for 30 to 90 minutes depending on the package and how many little ones are involved.
The photographers featured on this page — including Kate & Co, Wish Photography by Katherine Stannard, Jackie Allender Photography, Amy Spooner Photography and Danielle Klein Photography — offer relaxed family portraits in-studio, at your home or outdoors, so you can pick the setting that suits your family.
What to expect on the day
A good photographer does the heavy lifting, so you can relax and enjoy it. Expect plenty of gentle direction rather than stiff "say cheese" posing. For families with babies and toddlers, flexibility is key — sessions are paced around feeds, naps and short attention spans.
A few things that help the day run smoothly:
- Dress in coordinated (not matching) tones — soft, neutral colours photograph well and keep the focus on faces.
- Bring snacks, a dummy, a favourite toy and a spare outfit for spills.
- Aim for a time when the kids are well-rested — late morning often works better than late afternoon for younger children.
- Let the photographer lead. If a child is having a meltdown, a calm break usually fixes it.
For newborn sessions specifically, safety should be the priority. Look for a photographer trained in newborn posing who never leaves a baby unattended on a prop or beanbag, keeps the studio warm, and works at the baby's pace. Many newborn-specific poses you see online are actually composite images stitched together safely in editing — a trained photographer will know the difference.
Studio vs on-location and lifestyle sessions
Studio sessions give you controlled lighting, clean backdrops and consistent results regardless of the weather. They're popular for newborns (warm, calm and private) and for classic, timeless portraits.
At-home lifestyle sessions capture your family in your own space — the nursery, the lounge room, the backyard. They tend to feel more personal and relaxed, and they're great for documenting a particular season of life.
Outdoor sessions at a beach, park or reserve give a natural, airy feel. Adelaide has plenty of lovely spots, though you'll be at the mercy of the weather and golden-hour light, so build in a backup date.
Many Adelaide photographers offer all three, so think about what feels most "you" before you enquire.
Typical Adelaide price and package ranges
Pricing varies a lot depending on the photographer's experience, session length, and whether prints and products are included. As a general guide for Adelaide (always confirm directly, as prices change):
- Session/sitting fee: roughly $150–$450, sometimes covering the shoot only.
- Session plus a set of digital images: commonly $400–$900.
- Full packages with prints, albums or wall art: $900–$2,500+.
Watch for whether digital files are included or sold separately, and whether there's a minimum spend on products. A low sitting fee can sometimes mean prints are priced individually, so ask for the full picture before booking.
How to choose a family photographer in Adelaide
With so many talented photographers around, it comes down to fit. Here's what to weigh up:
- Portfolio and style. Browse a full gallery, not just highlight reels. Do you prefer bright and airy, warm and earthy, or rich and moody? Make sure their editing style is consistent — that's what your final images will look like.
- Reviews and reputation. Highly rated photographers like Kate & Co (159 reviews) and Impressions Photography Studio (97 reviews) have a strong track record, but a newer studio with glowing reviews can be just as good — read what past clients actually say about the experience with kids.
- Experience with your family's age range. Newborn, toddler and big-family shoots each take different skills.
- Accreditation and insurance. Ask whether the photographer holds professional accreditation (for example through the AIPP) and carries public liability and indemnity insurance. It's a sign of professionalism and protects you.
- Clear contracts and turnaround times. Know what you're paying for, how images are delivered, and how long editing takes.
When to book
For general family sessions, book a few weeks ahead — and more if you're targeting a popular time like spring, before Christmas, or golden hour at the beach. For newborns, book during your pregnancy. Newborn sessions are usually scheduled within the first two weeks after birth, so reserving a tentative slot around your due date means you won't miss the window. Good newborn photographers book out months ahead.
Questions to ask before you book
- What's included — session time, number of edited images, prints?
- Are digital files included or extra?
- Do you have a backup plan for bad weather or a sick child?
- Are you trained in safe newborn posing? (For newborn sessions.)
- Do you carry public liability and indemnity insurance?
- How and when will I receive my images?
- Can I see a full gallery from a recent session?
Take your time comparing a few photographers, look closely at their galleries, and trust your gut on who you'll feel most comfortable with — relaxed parents make for happy photos.
Other session types in Adelaide
Or read the full family photography guide, or browse all Adelaide photographers.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a family photography session cost in Adelaide?
As a rough guide, session fees in Adelaide range from around $150–$450, sessions with digital images often run $400–$900, and full packages with prints or albums can be $900–$2,500 or more. Prices vary by photographer and change over time, so always confirm what's included directly.
When should I book a newborn photography session?
Book during your pregnancy. Newborn sessions are usually held within the first two weeks after birth, when babies sleep more deeply and curl naturally. Reserving a tentative slot around your due date means you won't miss the window, as good newborn photographers book out months ahead.
Is a studio or outdoor session better for families?
Both work well — it depends on your preference. Studios offer controlled lighting and weather-proof results, ideal for newborns. Outdoor and at-home lifestyle sessions feel more natural and personal. Many Adelaide photographers offer all three, so choose the setting that feels most like your family.
What should we wear for family photos?
Choose coordinated rather than matching outfits in soft, neutral tones that keep the focus on faces. Avoid large logos and busy patterns. Bring a spare outfit for the kids in case of spills, plus snacks and a favourite toy to keep little ones happy.
Is newborn posing safe?
It is when done by a trained photographer. Look for someone who never leaves a baby unattended on a prop, keeps the studio warm, and works at the baby's pace. Many advanced poses are safely created as composite images in editing rather than risking the baby's position.