Natural, relaxed photography with a reportage feel

Family Photographer Sydney North Shore, Northern Beaches & Ryde

Family Photographer in Hornsby, Out Across the North Shore

With me your family session is easy from start to finish. I find the right spot, keep things moving at your pace, and let everyone just be together while I catch the real moments. I am a family photographer on the Sydney North Shore, working with families, kids and newborns from the Northern Beaches and Hills District to Ryde.

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  • Happy couple celebrating their anniversary with famous Sydney Opera House in the background
  • Mother and son breastfeeding moment in a flying dress on Northern Beaches
  • dad mum and two daughters smiling at Fagan Park Hornsby
  • young girl holding newborn in wicker basket
  • Mother and daughter sharing a warm moment inside a cosy cafe in Cronulla

Why choose me

Simple & Built Around Your Family

I Play With Kids,
Not Direct Them

Real laughter comes from genuine interaction. I engage your children, make them laugh, let natural moments happen. Authentic images, not stiff poses

I Know Sydney’s Best Photo Spots

Northern Beaches to Inner west β€” I know which parks have the best light, which beaches avoid crowds. I’ll help you choose the right location.

Flexible Scheduling

Kids get sick. Weather turns. You can reschedule free of charge* β€” no questions, no penalties. I work around your family’s needs

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Real Family Sessions

From major events to intimate family stories, my experience helps me move quickly, stay calm and capture the moments that truly matter.

  • Parents with son and daughter under blooming jacaranda trees in Chadstwood
  • Multi-generation family smiling under jacarandas in Hornsby
  • Family photo mum and two daughters reading book in Fagan park Hornsby
  • Mother, father, and son enjoying fall foliage at Bebeah Garden, Mount Wilson.
  • Mother and daughter in white dresses under blooming jacaranda trees in Parramatta.
  • Father holding his son with golden autumn leaves background in Fagan Park
  • Parents with toddler and baby sitting on grass
  • Child standing by blooming camellia bushes at Ryde Epping
  • mum and dad kissing baby girl on the cheek
  • family of three sitting on grass at Fagan Park during mother's mini session
  • Girl dancing up to jacaranda blossoms in Hornsby
  • dad lifting younger daughter up high above his head
  • two sisters running and laughing together on open grass
  • Extended family group sitting on ground together in Parramatta park during Jacaranda
  • Mother and daughter playing in sand on the Cronulla beach
  • parents smiling with baby girl between them
  • Extended family with three children posing under blooming purple jacaranda trees.
  • Mother holding baby son in a wrap carrier with daughter hugging her at Mount Annan.
  • Extended family posing in Royal Botanic Garden with Sydney city skyline view.
  • Little girl in purple dress wisteria bloom in parramatta park
  • A family jacaranda photo shoot with with two dogs at Hornsby
  • mum and younger daughter nose to nose smiling closely

How It Works

From Booking to Final Gallery

dad holding baby girl close smiling down

01

Consultation & Planning

We discuss your vision, family dynamics, and outdoor locations across Sydney. You’ll get tips on what to wear and how to prepare. Kids who need time to warm up? We plan for it.

02

The Session

No rigid poses. I guide gently, create space for natural interaction, and take breaks as needed. Your comfort and joy come first.

03

Selection& Editing

You review all images in a private online gallery and choose your favorites. I edit them to be timeless and beautiful.

04

Prints & Delivery

Digital files delivered via private gallery within 10 business days. Select packages include print credits toward albums, wall art, and fine art prints. I handle the printing.

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Testimonials

Happy Clients About Me

A few words from families who trusted me with their photos. Real feedback about how the session felt and what the experience was like.

  • Young family with two children sitting under blooming purple jacaranda trees
    Our family photo session with Olga was pure magic
    Dec 2024
    Our family photo session with Olga was pure magic. Set against the stunning jacaranda blooms, every moment felt natural and joyful. Olga’s creativity and warmth made the experience unforgettable, and the final images are breathtakingly beautiful. Highly recommend her for capturing precious memories!
    Oxana Kudelya
  • Olga has been our family photographer for the last 6 years…
    …or may be even longer. Over the years the has done family photo sessions for us, our love story, my pregnancy and my newborn photos. She is very diverse on her skills, yet her approach is consistent. She always strives to take the best possible photos. Also, she is great with kids and how to get the best photos from them, no matter a 1-day old or a 5 year old is in front of her.
    Natasha Stepanova
  • We had a wonderful experience and cannot recommend her highly enough.
    We had a wonderful experience with Olga and cannot recommend her highly enough. She was absolutely beautiful with our children β€” so warm, patient and engaging. Olga put so much thought and care into the entire process, both before the shoot and during it. Her advice around clothing, props and styling was incredibly helpful, and she shared great ideas that really elevated the session. During the shoot, she gave clear guidance and made thoughtful adjustments, even down to the small details like hair, positioning and angles, which made us feel completely at ease.
    Sam D’Silva
  • family of three sitting on grass at Fagan Park during mother's mini session
    Great family photographer!
    Olga was a beautiful photographer for our family. She was warm-hearted, kind, gentle and welcoming, and she readily put our 11-month-old son at ease.
    Olga has a fantastic eye for beautiful outdoor shots and captured such natural, heartfelt moments that we will treasure forever. She was professional, patient, and went above and beyond to create stunning photographs and special memories for our family.
    We are so grateful for her talent and would not hesitate recommend her to anyone looking for a gifted and genuinely lovely photographer.
    Mell
  • Great family photographer!
    Great family photographer! Easily communicate with children and with grandfathers (it is even more difficult). We had 2 photosessiins with Olga and really happy with results. Highly recommend!
    Tonya Boiko

Price List

Your investment

All sessions include a $100 booking fee payable at the time of booking.
It includes:
Your date is flexible. If the weather turns or someone gets sick, we move it, no charge.
Outfit and style consultation, with a Pinterest board for your family.
I choose and check the location for you: the light, the time of day, and a backup if it rains.
The booking fee is non refundable. It covers the time I put in before we meet, and the date I set aside for you.

You do not need to choose a collection now. You pay the booking fee, we do the session, and you choose your collection after you see your photos.

Essential

Perfect for small families: mum, dad, up to three children, and even the family pet.

  • $100 credit toward wall art or albums.
  • Professionally edited images including colour correction, skin retouching, and body adjustments.
  • Gentle posing guidance throughout.
  • Private online gallery with full printing rights.
  • Delivered within 12 business days.
  • 10 high-resolution images of your choice.
$450
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Complete

Perfect for larger families including grandparents from both sides.

  • $200 credit toward wall art or albums.
  • Professionally edited images including colour correction, skin retouching, and body adjustments.
  • Gentle posing guidance throughout.
  • Private online gallery with full printing rights.
  • Delivered within 10 business days.
  • 30 high-resolution images of your choice.
$750
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Full Gallery

For when you loved every single moment and want to keep them all.

  • $300 credit toward wall art or albums.
  • Professionally edited images including colour correction, skin retouching, and body adjustments.
  • Gentle posing guidance throughout.
  • Private online gallery with full printing rights.
  • Delivered within 10 business days.
  • Every high-resolution image from your session.
$950
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FAQ

Your Questions Answered

parents smiling with baby girl between them

Once you book, I put together a personalised styling guide and a Pinterest board with outfit ideas picked specifically for your location and the season. If you are not sure about something you already own, just send me a photo and we will figure it out together.

We choose the location based on what feels right for your family, whether that is a park, a beach, or your own backyard. Some of my favourite spots include Wahroonga Park and Parramatta Park, Fagan Park in Galston, Clareville Reserve and Narrabeen on the Northern Beaches, Balmoral Beach, Long Reef, and Kurnell for something a little more dramatic. I also love shooting on the Central Coast at Avoca Beach. If you have somewhere meaningful to your family, just tell me and we will make it work.

It really depends on the location. Golden hour, about an hour before sunset, works beautifully at open beaches like Narrabeen, Avoca, or Kurnell where the light hits without obstruction. Shaded parks like Wahroonga Park or Clareville Reserve can look gorgeous in the middle of the day because the trees do the work for you. Early mornings are magic at Balmoral and Long Reef before the crowds arrive. When we choose your location together, I will tell you exactly what time works best for it.

Yes, and there is no travel fee. While I am based in Mount Colah on the Upper North Shore, I am happy to drive to locations beyond Sydney. Whether it is Avoca Beach on the Central Coast, the Blue Mountains, or somewhere that holds a special meaning for your family, just let me know and we will plan it together.

Yes, the Upper North Shore and Hills District are right in my backyard. I regularly shoot in Hornsby, Galston, Berowra, Castle Hill, and all the surrounding areas. Some favourite spots include Wahroonga Park, St Ives Village Green, and Parramatta Park. If you have a location in mind, I most likely know it already.

It depends on your family and your package. A small family session is usually around one to one and a half hours. Larger groups can take a bit longer, and that is completely fine. If your toddler needs a snack break or your teenager needs a moment to warm up, we just go with it. There is no rush.

I never expect children to sit still. My approach is built around play and movement because that is where the real moments happen. Running, laughing, being themselves β€” that is exactly what I am there to capture. We turn the whole session into something fun for them, and the best photos always come from that.

Tell him it is just a relaxed walk in the park or on the beach. There are no stiff poses, no forced smiles, no awkward directions. We just hang out as a family, move around, and chat. Most people forget they are even being photographed after the first few minutes.

Absolutely. Dogs are part of the family and always welcome at outdoor sessions across Sydney as long as the location is dog friendly. Just let me know in advance so we can choose the right spot where your dog can move around safely.

Absolutely. You can reschedule your session up to three times, no questions asked. Sick children are just part of life. With weather, I always use common sense because nobody should stand in the rain just to take photos, and I need to protect my equipment too. Mini sessions have a separate rescheduling policy which I will share when you book.

Pricing depends on your family size and the package that works best for you. Send me an email at o.kinski@gmail.com or reach out through the contact form and I will put together the right options for you.

You can reach out through the contact form on my website, send me an email at o.kinski@gmail.com, or call me at 0413 530 049. You can also find me on Instagram at @olga_kinski. Just get in touch and we will find a date that works for your family.

All packages include a minimum of 10 high resolution digital files. You will receive a private online gallery to choose your favourites from, and you can always add more if you fall in love with them all. Full details are on the packages page.

All packages include high resolution digital files ready to print or share online. If you would love something on your wall or album, I also offer professional printing so your favourite photos become something you actually see every day, not just scroll past on your phone.

mum and two daughters sitting on blanket reading a book

Contact

Thank you for considering
me as your photographer

I focus on creating a calm, easy experience where you can feel comfortable and just be yourselves, with gentle guidance when needed. If it feels like the right fit, send me a message and we’ll plan something that works for you.

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0413-530-049