Awkward Portraits

Awkward Portraits was established in 2013 and is a special brand of intentionally daggy portraiture, based in Naarm (Melbourne) Australia.

So, how do I get an Awkward Portrait?

Markets, promotions, charity & community events. First-in-best-dressed (literally). You’ll queue up with your mates, and we’ll take 2-3 portraits of you when it’s your turn. Pop ups are always advertised on Facebook & Instagram, but you should probably join our mailing list to avoid missing our social posts.
We tend to plan and advertise studio days around special events (Christmas in July, Valentines Day, etc) that you can book into and pay for in advance, so you rock up for your specific time and bingo-bango you’re done in 15 minutes. First dibs on bookings always go to members of our mailing list!
Maybe it’s your mate’s birthday and you want to surprise them with an Awkward Portraits session with a bunch of friends. Maybe you’re having a huge anniversary/engagement/office party and you’d like us to rock up and embarrass your guests. Private bookings can be made at our studio in Brunswick West, or we can come straight to your party! Please get in touch if you are interested in booking us for a private event.

Upcoming Events

Frankston’s Christmas Festival

Kick-start the festive season and join us at Frankston’s Christmas Festival for an evening packed with fun for the whole family.

Saturday 29 November | 4:30 - 9:00pm
EVENT INFO HERE

Greensborough Twilight Xmas Market

Awkward Portraits are popping up in Greensborough for their Twilight Xmas Market - expect local market stalls, live music, roving performers and portraits by US!

Friday 5 December | 3:00 - 8:00pm
Greensborough Walk / Watermarc Car Park

Our Songs at Northcote Civic Square

Grab your chosen family and giddy-up to High Street for an evening of dancing, music, laughter, and Awkward Christmas Portraits to rival anything your family came up with in the 80s.

Thursday 11 December | 6:30 - 9:30pm
Northcote Civic Square
EVENT INFO HERE

Chuck & Sons Brewery Pop-Up SYDNEY

Join us at Chuck & Sons Brewery in Sydney’s inner south for festive Friday arvo vibes. Don an ugly Christmas sweater, strike a pose, and wash it all down with a delicious pint!

Friday 12 December | 4:00 - 8:00pm
Chuck & Sons Brewing, St Peters NSW

No bookings, first in best dressed 🎅