Auckland Baby Photography
Experienced baby photographer with an Auckland studio
For babies 3-12 months old
Looking for an experienced baby photographer who can provide a fun experience for your little one? You've come to the right place.
Your baby is growing - fast! Long feeds and endless sleep have been replaced by gummy smiles, interactions, and milestones. Sitting up, crawling, and toddling around on their own is the new normal - everything is happening so quickly.
Baby photography is the perfect compliment to newborn photography, showing how quickly your baby has changed. These sessions are also ideal for those who skipped their newborn session but still want to capture all the cute little details.
How do I choose the right baby photographer?
Trust. Safety. Care.
Baby photography is a specialised art—one that goes beyond creating beautiful images. It requires training, experience, and a deep understanding of how to safely and gently handle your baby.
Experience.
With over a decade of experience in New Zealand and the UK, Siobhan Kelly has photographed hundreds of babies with expert care. Your baby’s wellbeing is always the top priority.
All poses are done safely and comfortably. Sessions are baby-led, allowing time for feeding, settling, and cuddles. You'll be welcomed into a calm, clean, and cosy studio where you and your baby can relax and enjoy the experience.
Our photography style
At Siobhan Kelly Photography, our goal is to create images that are timeless, personalised, and gently polished.
Clean and classic styling
Our studio offers a curated selection of natural, beautiful props and a wide range of wraps, textures, and outfits. Before your session, we’ll talk through your styling preferences—whether you prefer all neutrals or a touch of colour. Every detail is guided by your preferences, so the final gallery reflects your unique aesthetic and feels true to you.
Timeless editing
Siobhan’s editing style focuses on natural tones and subtle enhancements, ensuring each image remains true to life while highlighting the beauty and details of your baby. With an extensive editing skillset, we are happy to help touch up skin imperfections, smooth double chins, and soften tired eyes.
Capturing Milestones
When is the best time to bring baby in for baby photos? The answer depends on what you wish to achieve in your session. Some people choose to come in for mini sessions throughout the year as their baby grows, while others prefer one classic photography session when baby is sitting confidently alone (typically 7+ months) - see 'sitter sessions' below.
Both classic and mini sessions take place in our in Pt Chevalier photography studio, but classic sessions can also take place in the comfort of your own home for an additional travel fee.
If your baby is two months old or younger, see more details on our newborn photography page.
Sitter Sessions
If you're undecided on when to come in, I always recommend to do so once baby is sitting up alone and/or crawling. At this stage, we are much more flexible to play with a bunch more poses, allowing him or her to explore and play confidently. We can incorporate props, include siblings and parents, and special toys.
While studio sessions are perfect for this age, we can also take these photos outside if you want to - explore our family photography here.
Classic Session
Perfectly stylised with your taste in mind, this baby session is the full photography experience capturing milestones as your little one grows.
- Sessions up to one hour
- The whole family is welcome to get involved - we will take photos of your baby alone, and then also with parents and siblings
- Use of props and studio wardrobe
- Fully stylised to fit your taste
- All chosen images in both colour and black and white
$150 session fee + collections from $390
Mini Session
Short and sweet pop-in sessions, to document baby as he or she grows.
- Ten minute sessions
- Baby alone
- Neutral background with either a woollen or wooden floor
- On selected dates only
- One, two or three images chosen by the photographer and sent to you via email (colour + B&W)
$60 for one image
$100 for one full image + one close-up
$120 for one full image + one close up + one action shot
"Siobhan is a great family photographer, hands down. We did our family photoshoot, and all aspects we wanted exceeded our expectations. The communication was excellent, the studio was cosy, and the price was value for money. I would definitely recommend Siobhan to anyone looking for a photoshoot session."
-JB
To see if Siobhan Kelly Photography could be the right Auckland baby photographer for you, find many more reviews on Facebook or Google.
Auckland Baby Photographer FAQs
When should I book?
How long do sessions take?
What can I expect during the session?
With over twelve years of baby photography experience, here at Siobhan Kelly Photography, we know what we doing and have a tried and tested workflow. If siblings are involved, we will usually take photos with them first while they are still interested in what is going on. Family photos will follow this, and then once we have set any siblings up with entertainment, we will continue with photos of your baby alone. Don't worry at all if you're feeling nervous - we have plenty of tricks to tame babies and toddlers, and to make you (naturally) smile!
When you book in with us, we will also send you a session guide, so you know exactly what to wear, what to bring, and what to expect.
I saw this photo with a prop I love...
You do other types of photography too, right?
Sure do! If you're looking for any of the following, click on through -
I still have a question!
We would love to answer it! To find out anything about our Auckland baby photography sessions or anything else we may be able to help with, please get in touch with us. We can't wait to meet you and your family!
-Siobhan Kelly, Auckland baby photographer 🙂
