Natural, relaxed family photography on Sydney’s Northern Beaches

A father throwing his young child into the air during a family photography session at the beach
A family happily playing on the shoreline of Mona Vale Beach during a sunrise family and maternity photography session

Family, maternity and newborn photography

Honest, joy-filled photography for all the beautiful chapters of family life. Based on Sydney's Northern Beaches, I capture genuine connections, big feelings and the in-between moments you'll want to remember forever. No pressure to perform. Just you and your people, being yourselves.

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Sophie Smith - a family, maternity and newborn photographer on Sydney's Northern Beaches

Hey there! I’m Sophie

PHOTOGRAPHER, MUM AND BEACH LOVER

Hey, I'm Sophie! A photographer, mum and lover of all things beachy, based on Sydney's Northern Beaches. I'm all about capturing families just as they are - the big laughs, little cuddles, sandy feet and beautiful chaos in between.

My sessions are relaxed, playful and completely pressure-free. No awkward posing or forcing the kids to smile, just hanging out, having fun and making memories you'll love looking back on for years to come.

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Documenting your most meaningful moments

a family with a little boy sitting on some rocks smiling, while at a family photography session at sunset on the beach
pregnant woman in beautiful maternity gown, posing by a giant rock at Turimetta Beach while having photos taken by a professional photographer
a toddler peeking into a basket at her little newborn sister during a newborn photography session
Extended family photography session at a park overlooking the water with grandparents, families and grandchildren

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“Sophie is absolutely amazing. She consistently captures the most beautiful photos, both posed and candid, and somehow brings out each of my kids’ personalities perfectly every time. She makes the whole experience easy and relaxed, and the results are always stunning. Couldn’t recommend her more!”

- Sophie T

A family having their photo taken by family photographer Sophie Smith at Curl Curl Beach at Sunset

A LITTLE LOCAL LOVE

Your Northern Beaches family photographer

From sandy toes at Freshwater to golden sunrises at Curl Curl, I photograph families, bumps and babies all across Sydney's beautiful Northern Beaches.

Based on the Northern Beaches, I photograph families in Manly, Freshwater, Curl Curl, Dee Why, Long Reef, Narrabeen, Collaroy, Turimetta, Mona Vale, Warriewood and beyond. Whether we're meeting at your favourite beach or hanging out at home, I'll make sure your session feels relaxed, easy and a whole lot of fun.

Ready to stop time?

i’m ready

Family Photography

A woman holding a young girl, both with their foreheads touching and eyes closed, outdoors near a cliff, in black and white.

I love photographing families of all types! I like to capture authentic moments of fun and connection and let your personalities shine. Let’s go to a relaxed outdoor session like the beach, lake or bush to create some authentic memories!

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Maternity Photography

pregnant woman posing on the rocks at North Curl Curl Beach during a maternity photography session at sunset

Capturing the experience of pregnancy so you can look back on the beautiful memories on such a special time in your life. I will help you to see the beauty of pregnancy and you will cherish your photos for years to come.

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Newborn & Baby Photography

Newborn photography - photo of baby's hand holding Mum's hand in black and white during an in-home photography session

Capturing the first few weeks and months of your little one’s life is so incredibly special, and you will cherish these photographs more and more as they grow up! My sessions are unposed and very natural and relaxed.

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