Guides for families, newborns and the wall.
Practical, honest guides from the photographers at TZ Portraits in Epping: what to wear, when to book, what it costs, and how to turn the photographs into something you live with.

What to Wear for Maternity Photos
What to wear for maternity photos: why fitted beats flowing, which fabrics hold a bump, what goes underneath, and the partner's outfit. From a…
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Family Photography Prices in Sydney: What to Expect
What family photography really costs in Sydney in 2026 — session fee bands, why the photos are priced separately, and how to compare two…
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When to Book a Newborn Session (and What If Baby Is Late)
When to book newborn photos in Sydney: reserve a window at 28-34 weeks, shoot at days 5-14, and what actually happens if your baby…
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Will a Printed Photo Fade? Archival Printing Explained
Archival photo printing explained for Sydney homes: pigment vs dye inks, cotton rag vs RC paper, UV glazing, and why direct sun beats every…
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Digital Files vs Prints: What Should You Pay For?
What "all images included" really means, the resolution you need to print big, and six questions to ask a Sydney photographer before you pay…
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Cake Smash Photography Sydney: A First-Birthday Guide
Cake smash photography in Sydney: what a session costs, why sponge and buttercream photograph best, and how to pick icing that suits the backdrop.
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100-Day Baby Photos: A Guide for Chinese Families in Sydney
100 day baby photos in Sydney: what the hundredth day means, what to photograph, and how to plan the shoot around grandparents visiting from…
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When to Book Maternity Photos: The Best Week
Weeks 30-34 is the best window for maternity photos, earlier for twins. A Sydney studio explains the timing, the exceptions and when to reserve…
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The Best Time of Year for Family Photos in Sydney
The best months for family photos in Sydney, month by month — why autumn wins, why we avoid January, and when to book to…
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Why a Newborn Session Takes Three Hours
How long a newborn session takes and why: an hour-by-hour breakdown from a Sydney studio, where the time really goes, and when a short…
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