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INTRODUCING SARAH VASSALLO PHOTOGRAPHY – SYDNEY MATERNITY & BABY PHOTOGRAPHY Welcome to Sarah Vassallo Photography, a luxury photography experience for the modern family, documenting your journey to motherhood and the early years. After much planning and anticipation, we are excited to reveal our new name and brand. This journey has been all about embracing simplicity […]

Why Family Photos Matter There are so many decisions we make in the early years of family life. What pram to buy. What school to send them to. What to cook for dinner… again (and again!). Amidst the chaos, it’s easy to let something like booking a family photo session slide down the list. You […]

There’s something powerful that happens when a woman walks into my modern maternity photography studio in Sydney and chooses to let go. She lets go of expectations, of angles, of perfection. And in its place, something raw and beautiful begins to unfold; not just a maternity session, but a quiet, moving portrait of motherhood itself. […]

There’s something timeless and grounding about holding your memories in your hands.And this newborn heirloom album, crafted for baby Callahan and his beautiful family, is the perfect example of how powerful that can be. This was their second baby, two gorgeous boys now filling their home with the kind of love (and chaos!) only siblings […]

As the weather cools and we start leaning into the cosy season, I’ve found myself swapping iced coffees for warm mugs of tea, pulling out the layers, and indulging in a few small comforts that are making this winter feel extra lovely. I’ve always loved discovering things that bring a little joy to everyday life, […]

Tiny Details That Tell a Big Story There are moments in life that feel too big for words. And then there are details—small, fleeting, almost invisible—that somehow hold the weight of an entire story. When I had my babies, I was obsessed with every little inch of them – how could their fingers be so […]

There are certain moments and the tiniest of details that deserve to be honoured, not just remembered.Those first few weeks with your newborn are a blur of sleepy feeds, quiet awe, and emotions that feel almost too big for words. Somewhere in all of that — you became someone new. So did they. This is […]

Bringing a toddler to a newborn family photoshoot? I get it—toddlers are unpredictable, full of energy, and have their own agenda! But don’t worry, I’ve seen it all before, and my goal is to make the session as relaxed as possible for everyone. Here’s how we’ll make it work: Setting Expectations Every toddler is different—a […]

I’m so excited to announce that Mother’s Day Mini Sessions are here again! These sessions are all about celebrating motherhood—those sweet snuggles, little hands wrapped around yours, and the love that deserves to be captured forever.  This year, you have two beautiful options to choose from: 📍 Sunday, April 13th – A cozy, minimalist studio session📍 Monday, April 14th – A […]

Welcoming a new little one into your family is such a special time, and every moment feels so precious. Those tiny hands, sweet yawns, and all the little details you’ll never want to forget deserve to be captured in the most beautiful, relaxed way possible. But we know that choosing the right photographer for your […]

As a Sydney children’s portrait photographer, I spend so much time capturing beautiful moments for my clients. But every January, I make sure to take time out for a personal project that is incredibly close to my heart—my January Photo A Day Project. A 15-Year Tradition of Love and Memories For the past 15 years, […]