Business Details
Central Coast Newborn & Maternity Photographer
Captured by Karmel is a professional photography studio specialising in newborn, maternity, and baby portraiture. With over a decade of experience, we prioritise creating timeless, clean imagery using curated props and natural lighting. Our Wamberal-based studio offers a welcoming environment for families, focusing on safety and comfort during sessions. We provide full-service experiences including in-studio consultations, custom heirloom artwork creation, and printed products handmade in Australia.Our approach emphasises emotional connection over trend-driven content, ensuring photographs become cherished family legacies. Clients from Sydney, Newcastle, and the Hunter region travel to our coastal studio for bespoke sessions tailored to individual family dynamics.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Photography
Baby Milestone Sessions
Portrait Studio
Heirloom Artwork
Highlights and features
- We offer 12 years' experience in newborn photography safety
- Our studio provides client wardrobe with maternity dresses
- We guarantee handmade Australian-made wall art products
- Our sessions include professional baby handling and soothing techniques
- We provide location flexibility across Central Coast, Sydney & Newcastle
What people say
Highly professional
Quality is amazing
Made them laugh
Beautiful meaningful photographs
Expert baby handling
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialised newborn photography sessions focusing on safe posing and emotional connection. Our Wamberal studio provides a temperature-controlled environment with curated props for timeless imagery. Sessions include parental involvement and professional baby soothing techniques to ensure comfort.
Maternity Photography
Maternity sessions celebrating pregnancy with flattering natural lighting and professional styling. Clients access our studio wardrobe collection for elegant outfits. Both indoor and outdoor location options available across the Central Coast region for customised storytelling.
Baby Milestone Sessions
Documenting baby's development through personality-focused photography. Sessions capture key milestones from first smiles to walking steps using age-appropriate props and interactive setups. Designed to showcase individual character and family bonds.
Heirloom Artwork
Handmade Australian-produced display products including custom framing and photo albums. Our design process ensures artwork complements home interiors while maintaining archival quality for generational preservation of important family moments.
Full-Service Experience
Comprehensive photography service including pre-session consultation, wardrobe assistance, and in-studio ordering appointments. From initial concept to final artwork delivery, we manage every detail to create stress-free, memorable photography experiences for families.
People
Karmel
Principal Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 12 years' experience specialising in newborn and family portraiture. Recognised for safe baby handling techniques and timeless aesthetic. Studio owner-operator based in Wamberal since 2012.
Questions
What's included in the newborn photography package?
Our packages include studio session time, professional baby posing, parent/sibling inclusion, one digital image, and print credits for handmade Australian artwork.
Can we bring extended family to the session?
Yes, grandparents and other family members can join for a $40 fee per additional person to accommodate extra posing requirements.
How long do photography sessions last?
Newborn sessions typically take 2-3 hours allowing for feeding breaks, while maternity and milestone sessions average 1-2 hours depending on complexity.
What safety measures are used for newborns?
All sessions follow strict safety protocols with trained spotters. We use composite imaging techniques rather than risky poses, prioritising baby's comfort and wellbeing throughout.
Do you offer outdoor photography options?
Yes, we provide location shoots at scenic Central Coast settings as well as our fully equipped Wamberal studio for flexible portrait options.
