The Face Behind Alana Taylor Photography
💅 MY KINDA RETAIL THERAPY
(WHERE PINTEREST MEETS SHEIN AND SELF-CONTROL TAKES A DAY OFF)
• Finding Outfits On Shein That Look Way Fancier Than They Cost.
• Scrolling Pinterest And Calling It “Research.”
• Adding To Cart For The Adrenaline, Not The Purchase.
• Telling Myself It’s “Market Research” While Browsing Home Décor.
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I came. I saw. I forgot what I was doing.
If it’s not slightly unhinged, it’s not my brand.
Life’s messy — I just photograph it beautifully.
Newborns nap for me. Adults? Not so much.
Cake, chaos, and cuddles — all in a day’s work.
Baby whisperer. Toddler wrangler. Chaos coordinator.
Wrangling babies and emotions since 2009.
Photography that feels like love… and mild chaos.
Not everyone gets my humour — it’s fine, I do.
Cute but capable of burning toast.
Somewhere between “hot mess” and “masterpiece.”
My life’s a limited edition — one of a kind, slightly faulty.
“Perfectly imperfect and powered by snacks.
”“Equal parts chaos, creativity, and questionable decisions.
”“Born to make babies smile and adults laugh through the mess.
”“I turn chaos into keepsakes — and sometimes into lunch.
”“If it’s not slightly chaotic, it’s probably not mine.
”“A little bit of heart, a lot of sarcasm, and one camera always within reach.”
“I’ve accepted that my life soundtrack is just me saying ‘Wait, where’s my phone?’
” Cold pizza is better than warm.
“If multitasking were an Olympic sport, I’d still forget why I started.
” “Equal parts sparkle, sarcasm, and mild confusion.”
“I talk too much, laugh too loud, and somehow make it look intentional.”
“I came. I saw. I overshared.” do me a heap of funny instagramm bio captions
(BECAUSE AESTHETICALLY PLEASING IS A VALID LIFESTYLE)
🧠 UNUSUAL TALENTS
ZERO USE IN REAL LIFE, BUT 10/10 ENTERTAINING:
• Reheating coffee at least 4 times before drinking it cold anyway.• Turning a 5-minute tidy into a full home spring clean• Know the full map of shopping centre but not where I parked.• Arguing with GPS because I “know a faster way.”• Maintaining 47 open browser tabs like it’s an Olympic sport.
• Wine Choice: Moscato - Because I’m Still Not A Grown-Up
I’ve Been Peed On More Times Than I Can Count - Still Smiling & Still Shooting
My Vacuum’s Seen Things. Sticky, Smelly, And Seriously Questionable Things
💅 IN MY SPARE TIME
WHERE PRODUCTIVITY GOES TO TAKE A NAP.
• I spend hours on Shein “just browsing” — somehow there’s always a parcel on the way.
• I scroll Pinterest and call it “creative inspiration,” not procrastination.
• I start watching “just one episode” and suddenly it’s tomorrow.
• I talk to my dog like he’s my therapist. He’s very supportive.
• I buy plants I swear I’ll keep alive this time. (I won’t.)
• I pretend to fold laundry while secretly scrolling TikTok.
• I lose my phone, my keys, and my patience — usually in that order.
• I debate redoing my website… again. For the eighth time.
• I snack like it’s an Olympic sport. Gold medal material, honestly.
• I plan early nights that never happen.
📸 SNAPSHOT OF ME
(NOT YOUR AVERAGE BIO - MORE LIKE A BLOOPER REEL IN WORDS)
• Fun Fact: I’ve Never Met A Thought I Didn’t Overthink
• Coffee Order: Skinny Cap, 2 Sweeteners
• Most Lost Item: My Phone - Hourly. I’d Call It… But See The Problem
• Daily Gamble: Empty Petrol Light - Living Dangerously On 3KM Till Empty
🛒MY LITTLE OBSESSIONS
(BECAUSE AESTHETICALLY PLEASING IS VALID)
• The Thrill Of A Perfectly Labelled Storage Container
• Rewatching TV Shows I’ve Already Seen Eight Times
• Thinking One More Pillow Will Definitely Fix My Life
• Rearranging Furniture At 11pm, “It Just Feels Off”
💅MY KINDA RETAIL THERAPY
PINTEREST vs SHEIN & SELF-CONTROL TAKES A DAY OFF)
• Outfits On Shein That Look Way Fancier Than They Cost
• Scrolling Pinterest And Calling It “Research”
• Adding To Cart For The Adrenaline, Not The Purchase
• Telling Myself that Kmart is totally “Market Research”
💬MY FAVOURITE QUOTES
(IT SAYS IT BETTER THAN I CAN)
• Just Be Yourself; The World Will Adjust
• I’m Not Arguing, I’m Just Explaining Why I’m Right
• I’m Not Clumsy - The Floor Attacked Me
• Be The Woman That Leaves Footprints In Diamonds
🛒KMART ADDICT
(ONE TRIP, ONE BASKET… SAID NO ONE EVER)
• Kmart is defiently “Market Research”
• Walking In For One Thing, Leaving With 47 Baskets
• Convincing Myself I Need Another - It’s a “Different Beige!”
• Losing Three Hours & My Dignity In The Home Décor Aisle
Pet Peeve: Glitter, Lateness, Loud Chewing, & Bad Coffee
👜WHAT’S IN MY HANDBAG
(SPOILER: IT’S 10% CAMERA GEAR AND 90% CHAOS)
• 12 Hair Ties And Somehow Not One Bobby Pin
• Two Lip Balms. Both Missing Lids
• One Sock That Definitely Isn’t Mine
• Enough Crumbs To Technically Qualify As A Picnic
📸PERFECTLY IMPERFECT - ME & MY QUIRKS
(THE FACE BEHIND THE LENS - IMPERFECT, AUTHENTIC & ALWAYS REAL)
• My Love Language Is Over-Delivering… And Snacks. Always Snacks
• I Lose My Phone 20 Times a Day But Can Find Any Headband In Seconds
• I Call It Organised Chaos. My Family Calls It “Mum’s Creative Tornado.”
• I Speak Fluent Sarcasm, Baby Babble, And Can Sing Every Baby Song Ever
Remember...
You Are The Artist Of Your Life; Don’t Give The Paintbrush To Anyone Else
🤓 I TOTALLY GEEK OUT ON
(I LOVE RANDOM THINGS THAT MAKE ZERO SENSE
• Redesigning My Website Again - It’s A Hobby At This Point
• Watching My Google Rankings Climb, Totally Obsessed!
• Convincing Myself Website Updates are Good for SEO
• Adding Emojis To Headings Because It's looks Pretty
🐝UNFILTERED RANDOM TRUTHS
(BECAUSE LIFE’S TOO SHORT TO PRETEND & HONESTY IS WAY MORE FUN)
• I Once Organised My Props By Colour… Then Forgot My Own System
• I Lose My Phone Daily, But My Screen Time Still Judges Me
• I Believe Sarcasm Counts As A Personality Trait
• My Vacuum Is Traumatised. It’s Seen Things
• I Tell Parents “Just Relax” - Then Talk So Much Even The Baby Looks Concerned
• I Talk To Babies Like Were Best Mates - They’re Less Drama & Better Listeners
💛MY LITTLE LIST OF HAPPINESS
(A REMINDER THAT JOY & HAPPINESS LOVE TO HIDE IN LIFE’S LITTLE MESSES)
• When My ADHD Brain Actually Remembers Why I Walked Into A Room
• Fresh Bedlinen - The Adult Version Of Happiness
• Baby Smiles - Gummy Grins, Cheeky Giggles, And Those Little Toothy Ones
• A Sunny Morning With Zero Traffic In Clyde For School Drop-Off
• A Freshly Cleaned House (For The 10 Minutes It Lasts)
• When The Baby Faceplants The Cake Like It’s A Stunt Scene
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Luxury Hair Salon Experience
What We Offer
What We Offer
THE HEART BEHIND THE CAMERA
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I’ve been photographing newborns, babies, and cake-smeared toddlers for over 15 years - which means I’ve mastered two things:
Creating Beautiful, Emotion-Filled Images… and Functioning on Minimal Sleep and Maximum Caffeine.
Alana Taylor
My ADHD brain runs like a browser that’s given up trying to keep up — 87 tabs open, 12 frozen, and one definitely playing music I can’t find. At any moment, I’m designing a website, replying to client emails, researching new cake smash themes, buying props I definitely don’t need (but need), and watching a YouTube tutorial about folding fitted sheets that I will, without question, never finish.
I lose my phone ten times a day, forget why I walked into rooms, and sometimes find hair ties in my camera bag that haven’t seen daylight since 2021 — but I’ll never forget the details that matter. The tiny toes, the sleepy smiles, the frosting-covered giggles — the moments that make your family’s story yours.
I’m cheeky, kind, perfectly imperfect, and powered by equal parts love, sarcasm, and mild chaos. I’ll make your baby laugh, your toddler cooperate (eventually), and your session feel fun, relaxed, and completely real.
Because at the end of the day — behind the noise, the caffeine, and the slightly unhinged energy — there’s a photographer who adores what she does, loves every baby she meets, and will always capture your chaos beautifully.
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A SNAPSHOT OF OUR STORY
Each One is a Reminder that Time Moves Fast - But Memories Don’t Have To...
In the blink of an eye, the newborn stretch becomes a toddler run, the gummy smile becomes a cheeky grin. It’s a quiet reminder of how fleeting time truly is - and how a single image can hold an entire chapter of your story. These photographs aren’t just pictures… they’re time preserved, emotions remembered, and love made visible.
15+
YEARS IN BUSINESS
PROUDLY CAPTURING LOVE, LAUGHTER & LITTLE ONES FOR OVER A DECADE
3,200+
FAMILIES CAPTURED
CAPTURING CHUBBY CHEEKS, CHAOS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
2300+
NEWBORNS CAPTURED
EVERY NEWBORN SESSION HANDLED WITH SAFETY, EXPERIENCE & CARE
4500+
CAKE SMASH SHOOTS
CUSTOM THEMES UNIQUELY STYLED. HAPPILY SMASHED. SWEETLY CAPTURED.
50,000+ PHOTOS EDITED
EDITED TO PERFECTION WITH LOVE, PATIENCE & COFFEE!
EACH NUMBER TELLS A STORY | A GIGGLE, A YAWN, AND TIME THAT NEVER ASKS PERMISSION TO MOVE ON
Celebrate Your Baby’s First Birthday With Melbourne’s Smash Cake Photography Photoshoot Experience
Capture the magic of your little one’s first birthday with a professionally styled Cake Smash Photography session in Melbourne’s South East. Held in my private Clyde studio, these sessions include everything — from a custom theme and cake to adorable props and outfits. Let’s turn cake, giggles, and messy moments into memories you’ll treasure forever.
Brianna Trainor
Alana is a talented photographer who captured our family and newborn daughter’s photos. Alana and her assistant Katrina were warm, welcoming and professional, and we felt very comfortable in her studio from start to finish. The finished photos are beyond beautiful and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience overall. Highly recommend choosing Alana Taylor Photography for all your newborn and family photos!
Steven Ula
My wife and I had a great experience with our son’s first ever photoshoot from the help of Alana and her assistant. They were very welcoming and friendly and even though our 1 year old was a bit clingy and shy they managed to entertain him with a lot of laughter and love. well prepared and a lot of toys to keep our little one occupied. Would recommend Alana as a photographer with any of my children, as she is very gentle and great with kids!
Manna Lincoln
We had the best experience with Alana! The entire shoot was a delight Alana bought out the best in our little one, kept baby engaged and smiling the whole 1 hour - which is a skill on its own! Huge selection of outfits, headbands, props, backgrounds and ideas ready to go, so time was very efficiently used. The photos turned out amazing! We are in awe of her work and cannot thank you enough Alana and looking forward to the next shoot
Calypso Barnes
I had an amazing experience with Alana! She and her assistant were so gentle and patient with my newborn, making sure he was comfortable & settled the entire session. They worked wonders getting him to sleep, allowing for the most beautiful shots. I couldn’t be happier how she captured my precious moments. Highly recommend Alana for anyone looking for a professional, caring, and talented newborn photographer!
Caroline Rizk
Such a great experience with Alana! From start to finish, everything was super smooth and clear. Alana was quick to respond to emails & made sure I knew what was needed from me and my baby. On the day of the photoshoot, Alana was incredibly friendly and cheerful, which made my baby feel right at home. The studio was cozy and spotless. I’d definitely recommend Alana Photography to all my friends and family!
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I'm Alana, and my journey into photography began back in 2010. My decision to start this business was driven by an unwavering passion for children's photography and a deep desire to capture timeless moments for new families and their precious babies. I firmly believe there's nothing quite as special as freezing those moments in time, creating stories that can be cherished for generations, and shared and enjoyed by the entire family.
My own journey into photography took flight after the arrival of my first baby girl, and I've never looked back since. My business is registered and fully insured, and I operate from a private studio attached to my family home in Clyde.
Specializing in newborn photography, maternity shoots, baby and child photography, and delightful cake smashes, my photography style can be best described as artistic, colorful, and with a touch of vintage charm.
A bit more about my family: I've been happily married for 15 wonderful years and am blessed with two adorable daughters, Indiana and Millie. They are my constant source of inspiration, motivation, and aspiration, driving me to provide exceptional service to new families in our community.
I'm endlessly curious and always seeking new and innovative ways to capture my clients' essence. I hold myself to high standards, constantly striving for perfection and growth. My love for learning is the cornerstone of my business, leading me to actively participate in photography workshops whenever the opportunity arises.
Some might say I have a prop addiction, and I can't deny it. I have an insatiable love for photography props, and I could probably fill a whole studio with them and still want more.
Ultimately, my greatest hope is to look back on my life and know that I've led the fulfilling life I was meant to. I aspire to fulfill the wishes of many families by creating beautiful, timeless photographs, while also cultivating a joyful and healthy life with my family and bringing smiles to people's faces along the way.
Melbourne Baby and Newborn Photographer
Alana Taylor Photography is the brainchild of Alana Taylor, a seasoned expert in the Newborn Photography Industry since 2010. Her journey began as a baby photographer following years of dedicated service as a nanny in both Australia and England, as well as a career as a Child Educator.
Alana's primary specialties lie in the realm of Newborn Photography and Cake Smash Photography. Her work unfolds within a purpose-built studio nestled in Clyde, Melbourne. With an inherent passion for photography and an enduring love for babies, Alana's career path has seamlessly blended her two passions into a resounding success story.
By choosing Alana as your Newborn or Cake Smash Photographer, you're selecting a professional with over 13 years of hands-on experience. Her expertise extends to the art of safely posing newborns, ensuring the utmost comfort and security for your little one throughout the session.
At Alana Taylor Photography, we're renowned for our vibrant and colorful Cake Smash sessions, establishing us as one of Melbourne's premier Cake Smash Photographers. Alana is fully registered, vaccinated, and rigorously trained in the art of safely handling newborns. Whether you seek a dedicated Melbourne Newborn Photographer or crave creative, artistic, and high-quality work, you'll find it all right here.
If you choose Alana to be your Newborn Photographer or Cake Smash Photographer, you will be choosing a photographer with over 13 years of experience and a photographer who has been trained on how to pose your newborn safely.
Alana Taylor Photography specialises in the most bright and Colourful Cake Smash sessions and I am proud to be one of the Top Melbourne CakeSmash Photographers 6 Years in a row.
I am a fully registered and fully vaccinated and have been trained how to pose newborns safely. For a dedicated Melbourne Newborn Photographer who caters to clients who enjoy creative, artistic quality work.
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