Our mission is to rid the world of boring school portraits

School Photography Reimagined

Modern school photography made simple for parents, teachers, and students.

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The school photography industry has been stuck in the same routine for over 40 years, producing the same tired, uninspired photos that neither students nor parents look forward to.

Schools want a hassle-free process

Kids want to have fun

Families want photos that capture their child’s true personality

It’s time for a refresh!

Based locally in Mudgee our mission is to rid the world of boring school portraits. At Feather & Birch, we believe that school photos should be an exciting experience, not just another checkbox on the school calendar. Our goal is simple: to capture the genuine spirit of each student and create photos that your school community will love to display and share.

Bek Miles

I’m absolutely blown away at the quality of the photos and your ability to catch Henry’s personality. They are the nicest photos I have of him to date.
Amy Ravenscroft

These photos are so gorgeous I love them! Definitely more exciting than a usual sterile school photo!
Kate Ashworth

Thank you for these absolutely gorgeous photos of our little Adaline! They will be treasured for years to come!
Stephanie Munks

This is the first time I’ve ever actually looked forward to ordering school photos. They’re just stunning.
Kathleen Jonsson

I don’t know how you did it, but you captured our daughter exactly as she is — cheeky grin and all. These are hands down the best school photos we’ve ever received.

HOW IT WORKS

Photo Day, Made Easy

We coordinate with your school to schedule a day that suits — then we take care of everything from setup to the final shot.

Private, Online Galleries

Each student receives their own password-protected gallery. No paper forms. No mix-ups. Just beautiful images, ready to view online within 72 hours.

Simple, Flexible Ordering

Parents can browse, choose their favourites, and order prints or digital files directly from the gallery.

Hey There, I'm Matty!

Your School Photographer

With over a decade behind the lens, a love for storytelling, and a talent for putting kids at ease.

I’ve spent the last 10 years photographing weddings — capturing big emotions, fleeting moments, and the magic of human connection. Now, I’m bringing that same storytelling spirit into the world of school photography.

I’ve photographed thousands of faces across the globe, but there’s something extra special about freezing a moment in a child’s school journey. Whether it’s their very first photo day or their final yearbook shot, I’m here to make it fun, easy, and unforgettable.

I’m all about the real stuff — the toothy grins, the quiet confidence, the untamed curls and cheeky smirks. Think of me as part photographer, part chaos-wrangler, and full-time memory maker.

Unscripted. Unfiltered. 100% Real.

Based in Mudgee, serving NSW & beyond.

School photos aren’t just pictures—they’re milestones. Tiny time capsules of who they are right now. And as a school photographer, I’m here to capture those real smiles, cheeky grins, and proud little moments you’ll want to remember forever.

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Why Choose Feather & Birch?

Locally based in Mudgee, NSW - We’re part of the community — not just passing through.
Real smiles, not forced ones - We know how to make kids feel comfortable, and it shows in every shot.
Modern delivery - No more paper forms or missing envelopes. Everything’s online, simple, and seamless.
Private and secure - Each gallery is password-protected. Only parents can access their child’s images.
Fast turnaround - Most galleries are live within 72 hours — no long waits.
Teacher-approved - We’re calm, professional, and know how to work around busy school days.
Personal support -No call centres. Just real, responsive help when you need it.