Brighton Home Studio for Maternity & Newborn Photography
A warm, light‑filled space designed for calm, natural photography
The Studio
Your Brighton home studio for maternity, newborn and family photography
Welcome to my warm, light‑filled home studio in Brighton, Melbourne — a calm and private space designed for relaxed maternity, newborn and family photography. The studio is intentionally simple, soft and welcoming, giving you a peaceful environment to settle in and enjoy your session.
How Sessions Feel
Sessions in the home studio are calm, unhurried and fully private. A place where newborns stay settled, parents can breathe, and maternity sessions feel relaxed and natural.
This environment is ideal for:
Relaxed newborn photography in Melbourne
Natural maternity photos with soft, flattering light
Family photography that feel warm and authentic
Headshots and Branding Photography that is refined and considered
Location: A Calm, Cosy Private Studio in Bayside Melbourne
The studio is located in Brighton, Bayside Melbourne, and offers a quiet and calm experience.
There is easy parking in a quiet street and private access.
Sessions are by appointment only
Fully Equipped for All Sessions
Every part of the studio is arranged to support natural maternity photography, fine‑art newborn portraits, and relaxed family sessions and professional headshots and branding photography. Soft window light, neutral styling and professional studio lighting allow for clean, timeless images without distraction.
Natural light corner for soft, intimate maternity and newborn photography
Profoto Studio lighting setup for elegant, fine‑art photography and professional images. Also helpful for newborn sessions when Melbourne is at is feeling a little grey.
Comfortable sofa for partners and siblings to relax
Private preparation space with everything you need
Curated wardrobe collection of maternity wardrobe dresses, drapes and newborn wraps and outfits.
Fine‑art print display to explore albums and wall art: click here to view professional printing and wall art options I offer
Home Cinema screen for viewing and choosing your final images.
Designed for Real Families who want Polished Professional Imagery
Whether you’re expecting your first baby or bringing in energetic siblings, the studio is arranged to support real family moments. There’s room to create timeless maternity, newborn and family photography as well as polished professional headshots that feels genuine and connected.
Fine‑Art Finishing
Viewing sessions are made easy with a home cinema sized screen to help you choose your final image collection. Your images can then be transformed into your digital collection and into fine‑art prints, albums and wall pieces, crafted to last for generations. Every photograph is edited with care to maintain the soft, natural style you see throughout my work.
Ready to Plan Your Session?
I’d love to welcome you into the studio and create something beautiful for your family. Enquire below to begin your session planning.
Your Photography Studio Questions, Answered
I hate posing and I never look good in photos. Can you help me?
You’re not alone — almost everyone tells me this. The good news is you don’t have to do anything except show up. I’ll guide you into relaxed, flattering positions and keep things moving so you never feel stuck or “on display”. Most people are surprised by how easy and even enjoyable it feels once we get started.
Do you only shoot in the studio?
For newborn babies, I hold sessions in my Brighton-based studio. However, as children get a little older and for families, you can choose between my Brighton studio or an outdoor location within 12 km of Hampton. Before the session, we will discuss your preferences and what’s best for your family’s age, routine, and comfort. You can read more about outdoor locations for your maternity or family photo shoot here.
What should I wear?
No matter what type of shoot you are booking, I will guide you about this, as it is definitely worth investing time thinking this through for best results. I suggest simple, neutral outfits that are comfortable and timeless. Let’s chat about this in detail when you book. You can read more here about how to plan what to wear for your family photoshoot. And here for ideas for what to wear for a maternity photoshoot.
Tell me about your printed products:
These moments deserve to be printed with care, using materials that stand the test of time. At Susan Bradfield Photography, we partner with expert print labs to deliver fine art prints on archival-grade papers, canvas, aluminium, or acrylic. Read more about displaying your memories here.
The Next Steps
Let’s create something beautiful together. Whether you’re celebrating pregnancy, welcoming your newborn, or capturing your growing family, I’m here to help you preserve these moments with soft, timeless imagery. From my home studio in Brighton, I photograph maternity, newborn and family sessions for families across Bayside and Melbourne. I’d love to plan your session with you — get in touch to begin.