The 5 best newborn photographers in Melbourne to capture your baby’s softest moments
As a mom, it’s a different kind of heartbreak seeing your child grow up before your eyes, especially when you vividly remember the time when they just came out of you, then you realize — everything passes in the blink of an eye.
Looking back, it was a good decision that I decided to book a newborn photographer in Melbourne. I was able to capture those sleepy smiles, tiny fingers, and that little curled-up ball of a human — before those moments faded into memory.
So if I were you, I’d book that session now before it’s too late. If you’re interested, I have some recommendations here for you.
How much do newborn photography sessions cost in Melbourne?
A newborn photography session in Melbourne can cost between $300 and $3000+, depending on the inclusions.
1. Shmily Photography
Address: 128 Bridge Rd, Richmond
Phone: +61394216683
Business hours: Monday to Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Led by the founder Amy, who’s a mother herself, you can trust that she has the expert skills to handle your baby safely while coming up with creative poses to show the innocent cuteness of your little one.
Their package includes a 2-hour newborn photography session and can be joined by the whole family, including pets and grandparents.
And once the shoot is complete, you’ll receive a digital folder containing all the pictures taken (around 70 – 80) and 10 professionally edited images of your choice.
We are so happy that we got to work with Shmily Photography. The props and patience that went into the shoot were worth it, given how well the images turned out.
Although we would suggest booking in advance, as spontaneous or last-minute bookings may not be accommodated.
Great experience
“I had an excellent experience with Shmily Photography! Gavin was so professional and made the entire process easy with great communication from start to finish. He was patient with our family and really knew how to capture the perfect moments. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful, and we couldn’t be happier with the results.”
– Martha Torres, Google Reviews
No regrets
“Gavin’s exceptional photography skills truly captured the essence of our little one, while his partner was an amazing assistant, handling everything with care and precision. They worked together seamlessly, gently placing our baby in unique swaddle positions and creating the most adorable, Instagram-worthy poses. Their patience, professionalism, and creativity were unmatched, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free.”
– Michael John Gesulgon, Google Reviews
2. Riyansh Photography
Address: 6 Capodanno St, Point Cook
Phone: +61449690903
Business hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
If you prefer creative concepts, such as fairytales, unicorns, or floral — Riyansh is the ideal choice. The studio is run by a professional newborn photographer, Mitali.
One of the best things about her services is the at-home session. It’s very convenient, especially for parents who can’t leave home soon — Mitali will bring a complete mobile setup to your home.
And since Mitali works solo, it means that her sessions per week are limited so she can ensure quality and attention to detail.
In our experience, we can say that Mitali was able to capture the moments perfectly. She knew how to look after the baby, and it made us feel relieved during the whole session.
Highly recommended
“We had an amazing experience with Riyansh Photography for our newborn shoot! The photographer was extremely patient and calm throughout the session, handling our baby with so much care. It was clear they knew all the right tricks to soothe and position a newborn comfortably and safely. The setups were beautiful, thoughtfully arranged, and exactly what we had hoped for. The entire session felt relaxed and unhurried, giving us time to feed and settle the baby whenever needed. We were also pleasantly surprised to receive extra themes, which made our gallery even more special!”
– Hiral Desai, Google Reviews
So happy
“We had a wonderful newborn photoshoot experience with Riyansh Photography! From the moment we arrived, everything was well-prepared with beautiful setups. The photographer was very calm and patient, making sure our baby was comfortable throughout. The shoot never felt rushed—there was plenty of time for feeding and settling the baby when needed. We were really happy with the final photos, and getting extra themes was such a lovely bonus. The photographer clearly knows how to handle newborns with care and confidence. “
– Varun Patel, Google Reviews
3. Alana Taylor Photography
Address: 12 Aintree Cl, Clyde
Business hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
With over 14 years of experience in photography, Alana Taylor is one of the top newborn and cake smash photographers in Melbourne and even across Victoria.
Before anything else, parents will fill in a pre-session questionnaire so Alana will have the time to understand your needs — from the colors, theme, and backdrops, so that when you arrive at the studio on the day of the shoot, everything is ready.
Alana recommends booking early, preferably one to two months in advance, while you’re still pregnant, because apart from her booking calendar filling quickly, it’s ideal to photograph newborns within the first three weeks after birth for the best sleepy and curly poses.
When we had our session with Alana, she was super gentle and very attentive. The finished photos are beautiful as well!
I highly recommend Alana
“She truly deserves two thumbs up for both her professionalism and the beautiful moments she captured. We had a newborn shoot with her for our son Liam, and she did an absolutely wonderful job. Alana and her team were incredibly gentle and calm with our newborn, handling him with such care and patience. Even our older son Kevin is still humming the soothing tune Alana used to help calm his little brother — a true testament to the peaceful and positive experience she created for our whole family.”
– Kasun Rathnayake, Google Reviews
We had such an amazing experience with Alana
“We were recommended by a friend and travelled 1.5 hours each way. I must say she was well worth the drive. Alana made me feel at ease as a first-time Mum by treating us with care and respect, and most importantly, was so careful and respectful to our baby boy. He slept the whole time as he was so relaxed in her welcoming, homely environment.”
– Kate Sanderson, Google Reviews
4. Siobhan Wolff Photography
Address: 45 Kellett Grove, Kew
Phone: +61406065397
Business hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
With over nine years of experience in the field, Siobhan is committed to helping parents capture those precious, innocent moments of newborns.
Siobhan will sit down with you during the design consultation to ensure that she’ll be able to achieve your ideal setup.
Not only that, Siobhan also structures her packages to suit varying budgets, as she believes that every family should have the opportunity to experience a meaningful newborn photography session.
And if your baby is unsettled during the shoot, she offers a reshoot at no extra charge.
But what really impressed us the most about Siobhan is her ability to soothe our newborn into peaceful and curled poses without making a fuss. It’s like she has magic hands!
And while she does provide an impressive service and products, note that she’s only available for weekday sessions.
Thank you
“Siobhan was very warm, knowledgeable, and professional. Her space was also very comfortable for newborn parents and the baby! Our daughter’s photos are our pride to show visitors in our home. We have had so many compliments on the quality of the styling and photography.”
– Daniella Kaselji, Google Reviews
Amazing
“Siobhan was absolutely incredible to work with. She is like the baby whisperer! She took the most incredible photos of us as a family, and also our precious baby girl. That we will cherish forever. I am forever grateful for this experience and these treasured memories.”
– Resh Menon, Google Reviews
5. Always Belle Photography
Address: 61A Silverdale Rd, Eaglemont
Phone: +61483930306
Business hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Always Belle, led by Elle Payne, is a team of experienced newborn photographers who are all paediatric-trained nurses — which means a safe and stress-free experience for the parents and their little bundle of joy.
The sessions are staged in Elle’s home studio, and it’s fully stocked with props, so parents only need to bring themselves and the baby.
Right after the photoshoot, parents can view the photographs and select the ones they like. If you don’t like any of the photographs taken, a 100% money-back guarantee is provided.
Our experience with the team was nothing but wonderful. The photographers were gentle, patient, and handled the baby with so much care, which gave us confidence in them.
However, while the session fee is fairly priced, the actual package cost increases significantly once digital images or albums are added later.
Great experience
“It’s been a great experience today at Belle Photography. Very professional. Great atmosphere. Lightning and photos turned out great. Parking outside on the street is easy/safe. The train station is a few minutes walk. Would highly recommend to others and use their service again.”
– Tommy Lui, Google Reviews
Awesome
“We had a wonderful experience with Jo for our newborn photography session. She was incredibly gentle, patient, and made us feel completely at ease as new parents. The session was calm and unhurried, and Jo handled our baby with such care. The photos turned out beautifully, and we’re grateful for the precious moments that were captured. We highly recommend Always Belle Photography.”
– Samantha Beardsley, Google Reviews