The magic of Christmas is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to embrace the festive spirit, deck the halls and capture those picture-perfect family moments.

If you’re dreaming of a whimsical winter wonderland backdrop or a warm and cosy holiday scene, Sydney has a selection of photographers and studios offering beautifully styled festive family portraits.

These photographers specialise in creating Christmas card-worthy images you’ll treasure for years to come. So gather the family, pull out your favourite Christmas sweaters and get ready to strike a pose! Here are the best places in Sydney to book your festive family photoshoot and capture the joy of the season.

Where To Get Festive Family Portraits in Sydney for 2025

1. The Story Box Studio

The Story Box Studio will create festive magic for your family this Christmas, capturing the joy and wonder of the season! Among the twinkling lights and unwrapping of presents, their stunning, high-quality portraits reflect the cosy warmth of family togetherness, all beautifully frozen in time. 

Get into the holiday spirit with a festive set-up photo session that goes for 30 - 45 minutes. Then you’ll receive five beautifully edited photos, delivered within a week. Plus, take home a special souvenir print on the day, and each child will receive a fun set of stickers to add an extra sprinkle of holiday cheer!

Book your Christmas photo shoot now.

Where:   Bungarribee, Western Sydney
When:    Bookings open for November and December 2025

2. The Santa Studio

For a unique and intimate family Christmas portrait experience, The Santa Studio in Gymea Bay offers private, pre-booked sessions in a beautifully designed Christmas-themed studio. Created by an interior designer, this cosy, one-of-a-kind space sets the perfect festive backdrop for your family photos.

Sessions start at just $85 for a single session, ideal for families with young kids, and go up to $230 for a longer, triple session. Each package includes a gallery of high-resolution images, delivered straight to your inbox, ready to share your family's holiday spirit!

Bookings are open NOW!  

Where:  106 Coonong Road, Gymea Bay
When:    Open until Wednesday 24 December 2025

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3. Siempre Studio

Capture the magic of the season with a beautifully styled Christmas photography session with Siempre Studio in Lilyfield. This family-friendly experience is designed to make your festive portraits easy, relaxed and truly memorable.

The $349 Christmas Session Package includes a 15–20 minute photoshoot, all high-resolution images with professional colour treatment, a private online gallery and a speedy 72-hour turnaround. Perfect for kids and babies, it’s an effortless way to create keepsakes you’ll treasure for years to come, and just in time for Christmas cards and gifts.

Where:   1/215 Lilyfield Rd, Lilyfield
When:    Open until Tuesday 23 December 2025

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