Sydney family photographer capturing a mother and daughter smiling together at the beach at sunset

Moments
carved in light.

Family, Maternity & Portrait Photography in Sydney's Hills District

10+Years of Experience
Bollywood Lens Credits
10+ Stars
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Cinematic family, maternity and corporate photography across Sydney's Hills Shire.

10+
Years experience
300+
Happy clients
40+
Events captured
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What Clients Are Saying

5.0(58 reviews) on Google
Google Review

"We had the pleasure of working with Shekhar for two of our events, and we couldn't be happier with the results! He has an incredible eye for detail and managed to capture the most beautiful candid moments that truly reflect the emotions of…"

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Shekhar Jay, photographer

About the Artist

Behind the lens

My journey with photography began in 2001 when my sister gifted me my first camera, and I have been passionate about it ever since. Today, I bring cinematic, magazine-style storytelling to families, couples, and professionals across Rouse Hill, Kellyville, and Sydney's Hills District.

I'm Shekhar Jay, a photographer inspired by light, emotion, and authentic human connection. What first drew me to photography was the ability to capture genuine moments that might otherwise fade with time. From natural smiles and laughter to quiet, emotional expressions, I love preserving memories that feel real and timeless.

Over the years, I have worked with models, actresses, brides, families, and brands across Australia and internationally, including editorial publications and exhibitions. My experience with fashion and portrait photography has shaped my cinematic style, focused on confidence, personality, and storytelling.

For me, photography is more than creating beautiful images. It is about capturing moments that become meaningful reminders of the people, emotions, and experiences that matter most.

I hope you enjoy my work as much as I enjoy creating it.

Bringing a fine-art commercial eye to local lifestyle sessions. Having worked with international publications and high-profile branding campaigns, I bring that same magazine-quality lighting, direction, and timeless narrative depth to family portraits, maternity sessions, and executive headshots right here in North Kellyville and the broader Hills District.

Bollywood Lens Credits
10+ Stars

Investment

Crafted collections

Portrait collections from $495, each including your session, styling guidance and professionally retouched images delivered in a private online gallery.

Essential

$495

For families who want beautiful, natural portraits without committing to a longer session.

  • ✦ 45-minute outdoor session
  • ✦ One location
  • ✦ Pre-session wardrobe guidance
  • ✦ 1 outfit
  • ✦ 8 professionally retouched images
  • ✦ High-resolution digital files
  • ✦ Private online gallery
  • ✦ Personal printing rights
  • ✦ 2-week delivery
Book Essential
Most Popular

Signature

$695

The complete portrait experience, with more time, variety and a beautiful collection of finished images.

  • ✦ Up to 75-minute session
  • ✦ One carefully selected location
  • ✦ Pre-session wardrobe and styling guidance
  • ✦ Up to 2 outfit changes
  • ✦ 15 professionally retouched images
  • ✦ High-resolution digital files
  • ✦ Private online gallery
  • ✦ Personal printing rights
  • ✦ $75 print credit
  • ✦ 2-week delivery
Choose Signature

Heirloom

$995

For families who want a more comprehensive portrait experience and a substantial collection to preserve this chapter.

  • ✦ Up to 90–120-minute session
  • ✦ Up to 2 locations
  • ✦ Pre-session styling consultation
  • ✦ Up to 3 outfit changes
  • ✦ 25 professionally retouched images
  • ✦ High-resolution digital files
  • ✦ Private online gallery
  • ✦ Personal printing rights
  • ✦ $150 print credit
  • ✦ Wall-art guidance
  • ✦ 2-week delivery
Create Your Heirloom Collection

Professionally retouched images, carefully selected from your session, delivered through your private online gallery. Celebrity, press and commercial bookings are handled directly and confidentially — please get in touch.

Enhance Your Collection

  • ✦ Additional image — $50 each
  • ✦ 5 additional images — $225
  • ✦ Full gallery upgrade — $550
  • ✦ Fine-art prints — from $150
  • ✦ Framed wall art — from $400
  • ✦ Heirloom albums — from $700

Let's Create

Tell me your story

Whether it's a portrait session, an event, or a fashion campaign, I'd love to hear what you're dreaming up.

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Let's connect and design your session. Based in North Kellyville, NSW, I photograph sessions across the Hills Shire, including Rouse Hill, Kellyville, Norwest, and surrounding Northwest Sydney suburbs. Complete the form below, or reach out directly via email or WhatsApp to check availability.

PR teams and talent managers, reach out directly via WhatsApp for fast-turnaround bookings.

Free Consultation

Book a Free Consultation

Email me for a relaxed 15-minute call — we'll talk through your session, locations, and timing.

Where we shoot

Photography Services Across Sydney's Hills District

From the heritage paddocks of Rouse Hill and the leafy parklands of Kellyville to the polished business hubs of Castle Hill, Bella Vista, and Norwest, I photograph weddings, families, professionals, and brands across the Hills District and greater Sydney — including Blacktown, Parramatta, and beyond. Every session is built around the best natural light your suburb has to offer, with magazine-quality finishing and a calm, unhurried experience for the people in front of the lens.

Rouse HillKellyvilleCastle HillBella VistaNorwestBeaumont HillsThe PondsBaulkham HillsBlacktownParramattaGreater Sydney

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm based in Rouse Hill and regularly photograph clients across the Hills District — including Kellyville, Castle Hill, Bella Vista, Norwest, Beaumont Hills, The Ponds, Baulkham Hills, Blacktown, Parramatta, and greater Sydney. Destination shoots across Australia and internationally are also welcome.

Yes — I cover engagements, pre-wedding shoots, ceremonies and receptions across Sydney, the Hills District and beyond. From intimate ceremonies in Castle Hill to multi-day celebrations in Bella Vista and the wider Sydney region, every wedding is captured with a cinematic, editorial approach.

For weddings, 6–12 months ahead is ideal. For family, maternity, and portrait sessions in Rouse Hill, Kellyville or the Hills District, 4–8 weeks is usually enough, though peak seasons (spring and autumn) book out earlier. Corporate headshots can often be scheduled within 1–2 weeks.

Yes. I provide modern corporate headshots and LinkedIn profile photography for individuals and teams across Norwest Business Park, Bella Vista, Castle Hill and throughout Sydney. On-location and studio options are both available, with fast turnaround.

Coordinated but not matching — choose a palette of 2–4 complementary tones in neutral, earthy or muted colours. Avoid large logos, neon, and bright white. Every Hills District family session includes a personalised styling guide so the outfit decision feels effortless.

Yes — Godh Bharai, naming ceremonies, Sagai, Diwali family portraits, Karva Chauth and other cultural milestones are sessions I photograph often across the Hills District. Visit the South Asian family photography page for more detail.

Absolutely. You don't need any experience in front of the camera. I guide posing gently and naturally throughout the session so families, couples and professionals feel relaxed and look like the best version of themselves — not staged.

Private portrait, family and maternity galleries are delivered within 2–3 weeks. Wedding and event galleries are delivered within 4–6 weeks. A small set of social-media previews is usually shared within a few days.
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