The 5 best family photography services in Brisbane that capture timeless portraits
I’ve heard many parents wish they could make time stop, so their children wouldn’t grow up too fast, or they, themselves, wouldn’t age too quickly for the kids. Sadly, time only stops in stories and movies—maybe that’s why we have pictures, to remember.
Some families frame their photos, displaying them in every corner of the house; others compile them in albums to look back on together. Then there are those who share them online, pinned to their social media feeds.
This shows how we relive the good times through pictures, and the best family photography services in Brisbane on our list make that happen beautifully. Capturing timeless portraits of life, newborns, and milestones, their work becomes lasting keepsakes to treasure for years.
How much do family photography services cost in Brisbane?
Family photography services in Brisbane typically range from $150 to over $1,000. Prices vary depending on the photographer’s experience, session length and location, the number of edited digital images, and whether prints or albums are included.
1. Annie Dawson Photography
Address: Unit 6, 8 Miller St, Murarrie
Phone: +61 423 276 390
Business hours: Monday-Sunday, 24 hours
Annie Dawson, a natural light photographer, showcases a portfolio of families, couples, and expecting mothers captured in the greenery or by the beach. Fellow moms approve of her location choices, with some recalling the experience as an enjoyable and excellent one.
Those who went for maternity and newborn shoots either couldn’t stop admiring Annie’s warm, minimalist work or were eager to share their ‘amazing’ photos with friends and family. It’s no surprise her talent has also been recognized by Brisbane’s leading daily, The Courier-Mail.
Each package—Maternity/Family, Bump to Baby, and In-home Newborn—comes with a $200 booking fee, plus digital collections ranging from $550 to $1,250. Choosing a studio style, however, raises that fee to $300, which has led some clients to explore other options.
Even so, a fair share of parents said they would definitely use Annie Dawson Photography again. Much of that comes down to Annie’s friendliness, professionalism, and energy—qualities that make sessions go well, even coaxing a smile from a shy three-year-old.
Had so much fun and our photos came out amazing, I can’t stop staring at them
“Annie has been an absolute dream to work with! She did both our maternity photos and our newborn photos and both times we had so much fun and everything went so well. I’ve never had professional photos done before, so honestly had no idea what to expect but Annie made the whole experience so enjoyable and a memory I definitely won’t forget. Our photos came out so amazing, I can’t stop staring at them! Next steps are to get them framed. Thank you so much Annie!”
– Shannon Kemble, Google Review
Professional and friendly—got my shy three-year-old to smile and beautiful photos
“Annie did a maternity and newborn shoot for us and the photos are amazing! Annie was both professional and friendly. I was amazed when she managed to get my super shy 3 years old daughter to smile for photos! It was an excellent experience for our whole family and we got beautiful maternity and newborn photos to share with friends and family! Definitely will ask Annie to do our family photos in the future!”
– Nancy Yip, Google Review
2. Megan Reid Photography
Address: Brisbane, QLD
Phone: Contact form
Business hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Heartfelt and sentimental are at the core of Megan Reid Photography, capturing families huddled together in genuine smiles and laughter, as well as toddlers in their playful moments. No wonder clients feel relaxed and comfortable, with no pressure to ‘perform’ on camera.
The final photos carry the same vibe, often described by parents as effortlessly beautiful or simply stunning. That’s partly thanks to Megan’s talent, patience, and ability to weave in the golden hour for outdoor maternity shoots or portray a cozy home for newborn sessions.
If you happen to like a dress an expecting mother is wearing, chances are it’s from Megan’s own Motherhood Wardrobe, which she makes available to clients. This perk is included in her most popular $800 Heritage Collection package, along with a private online gallery of 60+ images.
Other families go all in for the $1,350 Journey Collection (maternity and newborn) or the $950 Heirloom Collection, featuring an emotive slideshow. As well-priced as they are for most, some still consider them a bit expensive and end up looking for better deals elsewhere.
Blown away by her talent—made us feel relaxed and photos were effortlessly beautiful
“I’ve had the pleasure of letting Megan capture my maternity shoot & Mother’s Day photo shoot. In both sessions she has blown me away with her talent. She really knew how to make my partner and baby feel relaxed and comfortable during both experiences and it definitely shows through the photos. Her passion is something that truly makes our photos feel like a breath of fresh air, seeming-less perfect and effortlessly beautiful in every way. She is very well priced for photography these days and has a lot to offer – her client wardrobe, locations and various themed shoots she offers. I highly recommend Megan to anyone! It’s also beautiful to support a local business in Brisbane. She has a lovely nature about her and I can’t get enough of the incredible photos she has captured for us to forever enjoy. Can’t thank you enough Megan!”
– Selena Olive, Google Review
A beautiful golden hour photoshoot—put our family at ease and simply stunning photos
“I was lucky enough to win a motherhood session with Megan. She gave us a choice of locations and we met at a beautiful spot in Upper Kedron for a golden hour photoshoot. Megan is super lovely and will put you and your family right at ease. We had lots of fun wandering through the parklands with our little boy, while Megan snapped away. We’ve just recieved the photos and they are simply stunning – I can’t wait to share them with family and get some printed for our home. Thank you Megan for the wonderful gift you have given us, we will treasure these memories forever!”
– Kimberley Vlasic, Google Review
3. Katrina Christ Photography
Address: 41 Merinda St
Phone: +61 419 159 095
Business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Many of Katrina Christ’s clients have been going to her for years—one family even for almost two decades, and another updating portraits as their kids grew from toddlers to teens. Her fun, quick photoshoots take place at her home studio, complete with makeup, coffee, and tea.
Parents say that Katrina has a way of capturing a family’s joy and cheekiness or bringing out the best in kids and even camera-shy husbands. Not to mention her kind, thoughtful approach that makes the whole process easy and results in photos proudly displayed at home.
While most appreciate the clean, classic black-and-white style, a few wished for more color shots—or at least the option to mix both. The good news is that clients can choose from framed canvases (from $655), Kodak prints (from $195), photobooks (from $2,325), and more.
The Classic Collection ($1,770) includes 10 professionally retouched digital files, the Premium offers 15, and the DeLuxe provides 20. Each package is also bundled with 8×12” printables and a one- to two-hour design consultation to pick your favorites.
Captured my girls growing up—sensational photos proudly displayed in our home
“This is my third photo shoot with Katrina to capture my girls growing up from toddlers to young adults. I was really thrilled with all of our photos. Katrina did a fantastic job amd captured the best of our family. Thank you for giving us sensational photos which we have proudly displayed in our family home, and for all the love you showed along the way!”
– Dianne Laws, Google Reviews
Photographing our family for almost 20 years, classic style, and gets the best out of us
“Katrina has been photographing our family for almost 20 years now. She is Brisbane’s finest and friendliest family photographer. Her classic style is timeless. She gets the best out of kids (and husbands) with ease. Her kindness and generosity make the whole process a wonderful experience from start to finish. Our photos show the love in our family and she has captured the best of us all. I cannot recommend her enough!”
– Rebecca Hollyman, Google Review
4. Melanie Rose Photography
Address: 82 Cressbrook Dr
Phone: +61 7 3325 5437
Business hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Parents have watched their children and families grow through Melanie Rose Photography. Starting from newborn sessions, they’ve returned over the past five, seven, and even ten years for cake smash shoots, back-to-school photos, and extended family portraits.
Among Melanie’s packages, the $295 Santa Experience is a holiday favorite—a private 15-minute session with Santa in a library-themed set, offering 15 to 20 high-resolution images. It’s limited to only one family, though, with no extended relatives allowed.
Others don’t dwell on that downside, focusing instead on how relaxed, comfortable, and fun the environment is in every appointment. Not to mention the natural-looking shots, whether indoors or outdoors, made possible by Melanie’s professionalism and warm, caring personality.
Let’s not forget the Christmas Mini Sessions, which include the $150 Jolly Package (five favorite pictures) and the $295 All The Trimmings (all images). One drawback here is the timing—since bookings open in December, parents making Christmas cards early sometimes miss out.
Been with our family for over 7 years—relaxed, enjoyable sessions and warm personality
“We have been entrusting Melanie Rose Photography with capturing special moments for our family for over 7 years. Melanie consistently creates relaxed and enjoyable photo sessions, making even my kids eagerly anticipate more. Her warm personality keeps the children engaged and happy, allowing her to capture their authentic essence. I highly recommend Melanie Rose Photography and her team, especially for events involving children.”
– Sandra Rodriguez, Google Review
Personalized Santa experience, amazing photos, and were very professional
“This is the second year in a row we have had our Santa photos here. The kids have the best time – for us, its more like a personalised Santa experience where you get amazing photos as a bonus. They worked so hard at trying to get a grumpy baby to look at the camera and be happy, and were lovely and very professional, will definitely be back again.”
– Karen, Google Review
5. Light House Studio
Address: 87 Bennetts Rd
Phone: +61 432 177 133
Business hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
At Light House Studio, puppies and dogs are treated as part of the family, so a lot of clients bring them along. Some have done so in newborn photos, others during family sessions—at prices ranging from $499 to $790 for 90 minutes, complete with outfit styling and props.
Photographers Caity and Lana earn praise for their effort in capturing playful shots and making everything feel easy—from getting a dog to look at the camera to naturally reflecting each child’s personality.
The final selection is also much loved, edited by the studio’s graphic designer.
Another highlight is communication—parents are kept informed about photoshoot details and image release dates. That said, a few mentioned slow replies to follow-ups about photo choices, with some requests for change left unaccommodated.
On the bright side, families like that whichever package they choose—Family, New Born, Pawtrait, or Generations Photo—each one includes a cinematic presentation of their photographs. Add in options for wall art, canvases, and desk blocks.
Made everything feel easy, excellent communication, and so happy with the final results
“Lana from Lighthouse Studio was amazing! She captured some beautiful family photos of myself, my husband, my 7 month old son and our 2 dogs – she definitely had her work cut out for her! She made everything feel easy and comfortable and was incredibly professional. She was excellent in communicating with us and keeping us updated on the photoshoot and details. We were so happy with the final results – the photos Lana captured for us are beautiful and reflect such a wonderful moment in time for our family, a memory we can preserve for years to come. Highly recommend Light House Studio for all your photoshoot needs!”
– Jordyn Crookston, Google Review
Got our rescue dog to look at the camera and captured beautiful photos of our son
“We had such an amazing experience with Caity and Lana. Right from the fast phone call and getting ideas for our family photo shoot. We had our three dogs and 6 months old in the photo shoot with us, Lana was very relaxed and managed to get some pretty incredible shots of all of us, including a beautiful photo with our rescue dog looking at the camera. She also captured the most beautiful photos of our son that I’m just so thankful to have these memories of him.”
– Zhaide Moxon, Google Review