Hi, I’m Nyssa
The heart and lens behind Portraits by Nyssa 📷

My love for photography started young — I still remember the joy of picking up my dad’s old Nikon SLR at age 11, completely mesmerised by the way a single photo could freeze time.

Coming from a close-knit family, some of my fondest memories were spent gathered around my grandmother’s living room, flipping through photo albums after Christmas lunch or a big backyard BBQ. We’d laugh, point out our funny faces, and help her choose which moments made it onto her ever-growing gallery wall.

Those photos weren’t perfect — they were real. Sand between our toes, messy smiles, baby steps, sun-soaked hugs… each frame told a story.

I believe the most meaningful photos are the ones that reflect life exactly as it is — not staged or polished, but full of warmth, emotion, and connection. My passion lies in capturing the essence of your family right now — in this season, however chaotic, beautiful, or fleeting it may feel.


Whether it’s the way your toddler scrunches their nose when they laugh, the newborn rolls you already know will disappear too fast, or the soft quiet of your baby snuggling in your arms after a sleepless night — these are the moments that matter. And these are the ones I want to freeze in time for you.Now, as a new mum to a happy, cuddly 6-month-old, I see this all in a deeper way. I get it — the long nights, the nap battles, the mess of introducing solids, the wild ride of parenting. Some days I wish I could fast-forward, and others I wish I could hit pause forever. I find myself scrolling back through photos constantly, reliving those newborn days and soaking in every detail I never want to forget.This is my why — and I’d be honoured to help you hold on to yours. 💛

FAQ

How much do you charge for travel outside of 20kms from Croydon
I charge $3 per km after 20 kms to cover mileage cost & travel time.
What is the best time to start my booking
In general, mornings between 9-10am is the best window to start time as we are capturing children after a long stretch of night sleep.
If your younger children/babies have more predictable schedule, I recommend to start 1 hour after their typical morning wake to allow time for feedings and dressing.
For newborns, mornings will work bes for the same reason but there is more flexibility as their wake windows are typically short and we take advantage of their sleepy period to capture those sweet sleepy newborn photos.
Can I include grandparents / aunts / uncles / cousins in the photoshoot?
Yes, I offer Extended Family pricing for Family Photos. For all other services, it will only cost $50 per person to include extended family members.
Do you offer photography in outdoor locations?
Yes of course! Melbourne is blessed with many scenic locations that will look spectacular at the right timing i.e. picturesque towns in The Dandenong are gorgeous during autumn colour changing season, some privately run garden are beautiful in spring or Yarra Valley wineries are excellent backdrop at any seasons. I can help you pick a location that will suit the style that you want.