Elegant Studio Aesthetics Matched to Your Home
Located centrally in Ermington, just a short drive from Ryde and Parramatta, our Chalk & Cheese Studio offers a variety of high-end aesthetics to match your home’s decor:
The Modern Minimalist: Timeless and clean portraits using our professional roll-down backdrops. Choose from Crisp White, Sophisticated Grey, or Baby Blue to make your family’s personalities pop.
The Parisian Elegance: Add a touch of luxury with our stunning French-style wall panelling, perfect for an editorial, high-end portrait feel.
Warm & Authentic: Our studio features wooden floorboards and a collection of cute furniture props, creating a cozy, "lifestyle" atmosphere that is perfect for toddlers and young children.
Our Signature Family Portrait Packages
We offer two distinct portrait experiences to capture your family's story, combining professional studio lighting with the natural beauty of the outdoors.
The Pure Studio Experience
Location: Our Boutique Ermington Studio.
Vibe: Timeless, Art-Gallery, Controlled.
Best For: Families in Ryde, Parramatta and Greater Sydney seeking classic portraits.
Style Options: Wall panelling, 3 colour backdrops, & furniture.
What's Included:
- Up to 60 minutes studio session
- Up to 6 family members
- 2 outfit changes
- Professional guidance and natural posing
- A mix of family portraits and individual portraits
- Edited high-resolution digital files and print options available
$500 (inclusive of GST)
The Studio + Riverside Dual Session
Location: Studio + Meadowbank Reserve.
Vibe: Classic Studio + Natural & Candid.
Best For: Active families wanting variety and nature views.
Style Options: All studio options + the nature backdrop.
What's Included:
- Up to 90 minutes studio + outdoor session
- Up to 6 family members
- 2 outfit changes
- Professional guidance and natural posing
- A mix of family portraits and individual portraits
- Edited high-resolution digital files and print options available
$600 (inclusive of GST)
Why Choose Chalk and Cheese Studio?
Finding the right family photographer near Parramatta or Ryde is about finding someone who understands the "Chalk and Cheese" personalities of your children. We pride ourselves on a patient, fun-filled approach that ensures even the shyest family members feel like stars.
Convenient Location:Our Ermington studio is easily accessible for families across the Northern Suburbs and Western Sydney.
Artistic Vision: We focus on soulful storytelling, not just stiff posing.
High-End Finishes: We turn your favorite moments into stunning wall art and heirloom albums.
Your Journey from Moments to Masterpieces
What to expect when you book with Chalk and Cheese
We know that professional photography can feel like a big event, especially with kids! That’s why we’ve refined our process to be as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. Here is how we turn your family’s connection into lasting art:
1. The Planning
Once you book, we’ll have a quick chat (by phone or email) to plan your session. We’ll talk through the vibe you’re after for your family, whether that’s French wall panelling or the clean, modern look of our white, grey, or blue backdrops, as well as the option of taking portraits on the bed. We have a queen-size bed styled with neutral pillows and soft throws.
We’ll also share our What to Wear guide to help your family look coordinated while still feeling natural.
2. The Creative Session
3. Delivering the Magic
About two weeks after your session, you’ll receive a private online gallery of your edited images. This is the exciting part, where you get to see the laughter and love captured in high resolution.
This is where we’re different from many other studios. We don’t offer a free photoshoot followed by pressure to purchase prints. Instead, you’ll receive all edited high-resolution images via a downloadable link.
There’s no return visit to the studio and no sales pressure. You can view and choose your photos in the comfort of your own home, at your own pace, and print them wherever you like, including your local photo kiosk.
Optional Extra
Only if it suits you, you may choose to upgrade to one of our wall art collections.
Your online gallery is powered by Queensberry in New Zealand. Queensberry is also our wedding album printer and my trusted supplier for enlarged prints. They offer beautifully printed, handmade photo albums, photo boxes, frames, and prints.
If you’d like high-quality enlarged prints, you can order directly from your online gallery and Queensberry will mail them straight to you. If you’re keen to create a photo album, you’re welcome to contact me and I’ll design it for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get our photos back?
What happens if my child is uncooperative or incredibly shy?
Don't worry at all! We build extra breathing room into our sessions. We never force rigid poses. Instead, we use games, play, and a relaxed environment to let children warm up naturally at their own pace.
What happens if it rains during a Studio + Riverside Dual Session?
If the weather doesn't play nice for the outdoor portion, we can either pivot to an extended, beautiful lifestyle session entirely inside our Ermington studio using the styled bed and backdrops, or reschedule the entire session for a clearer day.
Can we order physical prints and custom wall art?
Absolutely. While you receive all high-resolution digital files to print wherever you like, we also partner with Queensberry in New Zealand to offer premium, museum-grade wall art collections. You may order the prints directly through the online gallery.
