The Sassy Mama Guide To The Best Photographers In Hong Kong

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Have a birthday party planned for your little one? Or are you celebrating a milestone with your family? While it’s true our smartphone cameras are getting better and better, some memories are just too precious not to require a special photo shoot. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of Hong Kong’s best family photographers. From cake smashes to underwater photoshoots, these photographers’ skills will leave you oohing and aahing with nostalgia for years to come. 

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Rosa & Daniel Photography

This husband-wife team are quite the power couple in photography! Rosa founded the studio back in 1999, then 10 years later Daniel joined the ranks when they were expecting their first child. For the last 20 years, this modern portrait studio has been constantly evolving, shooting different genres including children and family, maternity, newborn, headshots, personal branding, wedding and contemporary beauty portraits. Besides photography, the studio creates innovative and beautiful ways to display your images with archival fine art albums, tabletop pieces and wall art. They are known for shooting large families, often straddling multiple generations. They have an innate understanding of how to bring out and capture the best expressions and reactions from different members of the group.

Mamas will also be pleased to know that they recently also launched their contemporary beauty portrait line. Rosa and Daniel will have their trusted makeup artist, hairstylist and lighting assistant on hand for a Vanity Fair style inspired photo shoot to capture the most stunning version of you (we all deserve a bit of glamour after all!).

Rosa & Daniel Photography, Room 801, Union Commercial Building, 12 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, 2294 0481, [email protected], www.rosaanddaniel.com. Find them on Facebook here and Instagram here.

Jules, Baby!

Jules, Baby! (headed by Julia Broad) captures your families’ priceless memories. Bumps to babies, toddlers to cake smashes, reunions to farewells – Jules, Baby! has you covered. You will feel right at home in Julia’s studio which is set in her spacious apartment, or you could have her come over to yours (perfect if you’re still recovering from giving birth, or even if you just want to feature your lovely home!). If you’d rather get a feel of the city, an urban shoot in the bustling streets of Hong Kong (or at one its beautiful parks and beaches) might suit your family better.

Julia’s speciality is documenting precious pre and postnatal moments, combining her fine portraiture training with her knowledge of newborn and early childhood development. Jules, Baby! is pleased to offer maternity clients a $500 discount on their newborn session, when booked together. Maternity shoots are an opportunity to feel fantastic and feminine (whether in a ball gown or t-shirt and jeans). Every Jules, Baby! session promises to reflect the real heart of your family, giving you and your loved ones personal art to treasure for years to come.

Jules! Baby, Shiu Fai Terrace, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 6483 5956, [email protected], [email protected], www.julesbaby.com

By Janelle

Now in her sixth year of business in Hong Kong, Janelle is a specialist in maternity, newborn and lifestyle family photos. Her style is to keep it clean and minimal, with a focus on shooting the subject in natural light and environment. Adopting a fly on the wall approach, Janelle observes, then documents her subjects’ daily lives. She’s proud to have been rewarded for her efforts with repeat business, as happy customers often call on her again to record other special moments (including pregnancy, newborn shoots and major milestone birthdays). Janelle is careful to limit her bookings every month so she can focus on producing the best quality work for each client – you’re sure to get close personal attention! You can get a luxury photo album (complete with a fine Italian linen cover) and box to keep your precious snaps safe, and all photos are printed on US archival paper. Contact directly to learn more about the fees and packages available.

Mention this article when you book a session before Saturday, 31 August to receive a free fine art canvas print on select photography packages.

By Janelle Photography, Wan Chai, 9177 8186, [email protected], www.byjanelle.net

Bettitude Photography

Betty of Bettitude Photography knows a thing or two about keeping her clients happy. Bettitude operates mainly on word of mouth referrals and repeat customer orders, so you can rest assured knowing she comes well recommended. The studio is in Kwai Chung, but Betty also shoots outdoors and at her clients’ homes. Specialising in unique picture compositions, shooting angles and adding a creative touch to the frame, the results often show images capturing raw human emotion or a precious memory making them a great keepsake.

She offers maternity, newborn, infant, cake smash (yep!) and family photography (she even does underwater shooting, since she started diving in 2008). The team knows just how to set everyone at ease. In fact, after having photographed over 900 babies, parents are given a handy preparation checklist and tips before every infant and newborn photo session. Get in touch to find out how about the packages available and rates.

Sassy Mama readers can use the code SASSYBETTITUDE/LG300 to get $300 off Bettitude’s Infant photography service Little Giggles (for 1 to 9-month-old babies) for on location shoots. Valid from Saturday, 1 June to Saturday, 31 August 2019.

Bettitude Photography, 6082 3199, [email protected], www.bettitudephotography.com

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DRF Photography

Delphine Riche-Franz is originally from France, and after working in Austria, Germany and Shanghai, she has now settled down in Hong Kong. She loves the city and uses it as her muse, capturing natural expressions and precious family moments across its wide and wonderful locations. A mother of three herself, she is a natural at putting shy toddlers at ease. Delphine offers special discounts for shoots in and around Discovery Bay.

DRF Photography, 9703 0576, [email protected], www.drf-photography.com

Cheeky Monkey

The name says it all! This studio specialises in family and child photography, offering year-long packages to capture the baby’s first year, as well as standalone maternity, newborn and party shoots. It also offers personalised birth announcements, invitations and greeting cards, in addition to the standard photo albums and wall mounted frames. Prices vary, check here for more details.

Cheeky Monkey, 9031 0366, [email protected], www.cheekymonkey.com

DFN Studios

With studios in Central, TST and Tung Chung, DFN Studios is one of the better-known family photographers in town. The head photographer is a mother herself, which she believes helps her to understand and recognise a timeless moment that deserves to be captured. DFN Studios specialises in stylised kids’ photos, family portrait sessions and boutique birthday parties. Check out its rates and packages here.

DFN Studios, Unit 1104 Crawford House, 70 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2961 4579/2886 5292, [email protected], www.dfnstudios.com

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Lucky Fish Photography

Jenna from Lucky Fish Photography aims for a balance between natural portraits and candid photojournalism. Originally from South Africa, she moved to Hong Kong in 2010 and has been photographing families, babies and children in a fun and modern way ever since. Though based in the 852, she is happy and excited to travel anywhere for a shoot. Check her pricing info here.

Editor’s note: Many of our That Bump, That Mama and That Papa shoots are taken by Jenna. So naturally, we’re big fans!

Lucky Fish Photography, 5129 4265, [email protected], www.ohwhataluckyfish.com

Nestology Studio

Samantha and her team have won the hearts of many mamas with their event styling, graphic design, floral arrangements and photography skills. A complete package for many important occasions like milestone birthdays for adults and children, family reunions and graduation ceremonies, they help create a memorable event and capture it beautifully for posterity.

Nestology Studio, [email protected], www.nestologystudio.com

Daniel Tam Photography

Well-known wedding photographer Daniel Tam has an impressive celebrity clientele, with many of the local stars and models choosing him for their big day. He is also very popular for his family, maternity and newborn photo shoot services, which he does at his studio in Kowloon or at a location convenient to the family.

Daniel Tam Photography, Flat C, 1/F Block C, Chin Fat Factory Building, 3 Tsat Po Street, San Po Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 8102 8989, 6274 2878 (WhatsApp), [email protected], www.danieltam.hk

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Sophie Rouillon Photography

A high-powered investment banker during the week and passionate photographer at the weekend, Sophie Rouillon has been balancing her passion and profession in Hong Kong for the last 14 years. She freelances for the prestigious French Harcourt Studios in the city and also contributes to Getty Images. She loves photographing children and also offers customised illustrations added in by Paris-based artist OxyJenny. Her latest line is Belle, where she photographs women in their rawest form, with the scars, stitches and smiles that come with being a mother. Prices start at $5,000 for a 75-minute shoot, which gets you 45+ edited images.

Sophie Rouillon Photography, sophiero[email protected], www.sophierouillon.com

Sakshi Verma Photography

With an eye for detail, Sakshi loves to shoot photos in natural light with care and attention. Her portraits strive to capture the beauty of children and the love within families (we can vouch for that!). Private events and birthday party photo shoots start at $1,500. Click here for the different packages and fees.

Sakshi Verma Photography, 6626 5525, [email protected], www.sakshiverma.net

Ali G Studios

With a celebrity clientele including actors and high-powered businessmen and women, Ali G Studios is one of the most preferred photographers for high-profile weddings in Hong Kong (also approved by the Four Seasons and Grand Hyatt for weddings in their properties). Having been mentored by the portrait photographer of Her Majesty the Queen of England, Ali Ghorbani has been using his skills to document birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and family portraits. He’s travelled to 30 countries (so far!) and lived in six of them, and his passion for candid photography makes him treasure each moment he’s allowed into client’s lives to capture their most precious memories.

Ali G Studios, Suite F, Floor 9, Tower 125, 11 Po Yan Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 6110 0569, www.aligstudios.com

Michelle Proctor Photography

Michelle has done collaborations with many brands and her extensive portfolio includes shots with Grana, Charlotte London, HULA, Sponge and Retykle, as well as with models Irina and Ruby Kwan and fashion blogger Cindy Ko. She is also a natural with family and kids with the final product looking stylised, and yet natural (incredibly beautiful, of course!). Though based in Hong Kong, Michelle is willing and happy to travel for any shoot!

Editor’s note: Michelle is no stranger to Sassy Mama! She has done many amazing photoshoots for our That Mama, That Bump and other interview features.

Michelle Proctor Photography, 6479 4167, [email protected], michellejproctor.com

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Ayelen Alcover Photography

Argentina-born Ayelen grew up in a family that breathes art, with music, drawing and painting being part of her life. She prefers to use natural light, look and feel for her photos. Because she likes to keep things simple, she offers two basic shoot packages (lifestyle portrait and stylised studio) to allow you to choose the format and treatment that suits you better.

Ayelen Alcover Photography, [email protected], www.ayelenalcover.com

Kim Bacon Photography

Covering portraits (on land and underwater!), parties and events, Kim Bacon Photography specialises in a wide range of children and family portraiture. Her many packages allow clients to choose what suits them best and how they would like to have the prints delivered or developed.

Kim Bacon Photography, 6681 1105, [email protected], www.kimbaconphotography.com

Keith C. Gallery

Keith believes that the customer is king and promises that the final photos delivered will reflect your personality, memories, emotions and therefore your style and not his. He specialises in newborn, baby, family and pregnancy photos and has found a wide range of local and expat clients.

Keith C. Gallery, A5, 10/F, Efficiency House, 35 Tai Yau St, San Po Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 9359 5284, [email protected], www.keithcgallery.com

Other favourites

This list would not be complete if we didn’t mention a few more favourites with HK Mamas. Little Stories -The Moment by Amy, Venture Studios, Brian Jala Photography, Mariella Amitai, Melanie Aldridge and Speedycat Photo Studio are some of the better-known and well-loved family photographers in the city.

Now that you have the comprehensive list, you can get ready to capture a slice of your family life for keeps!

Editors note: This post was originally written by Sassy Mama on 4 July 2017 and updated by Anita Balagopalan on 14 May 2019.