Portrait Artist · Mackay · Queensland

Where your story becomes
fine art.

A boutique portrait experience — designed around you, your concept, your vision. Timeless wall art you'll love living with every day.

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Boutique
Limited sessions
End‑to‑End
Consultation to delivery
Fine Art
Print & wall art focus
Mackay
& surrounding region
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About Marty

I take my image‑making seriously.
Not myself.

"I understand what it's like to put yourself in front of a camera. That's exactly why I do it too."

I'm relaxed, encouraging, and genuinely curious about your story. Over years of practice — including plenty of light tests where I'm the subject — I've learned that the best portraits come from a space where you feel safe enough to be real.

In my sessions, you're allowed to be whoever you want to be without judgement. That might mean a bit of nerves at the start. That's completely normal. My job is to walk alongside that and turn it into something you'll be proud to hang on your wall.

I work with a limited number of clients so I can give each one my full energy and attention. This isn't a volume game. It's a craft.

Based in Mackay, available across the region and beyond.

The Experience

This isn't a shoot.
It's a collaboration.

Every session is built around you — your concept, your story, your space. From the first call to the artwork on your wall, nothing is rushed and nothing is generic.

01
Concept & Planning

We start with a real conversation. I want to know your ideas, your vibe, what you'd like to achieve — and where the artwork will live. Then we design the session around that.

02
The Session

Unrushed. Guided. Creative. Whether it's a single individual with a bold concept or a family with a story to tell, I work with your energy — not against it.

03
Your Wall Art

The reveal appointment is where it gets real. You see your images, choose what resonates, and we design art that belongs on your walls. Then I deliver it — and hang it if needed.

Collections

Find the experience
that fits your story.

Each collection includes a personal consultation, styled session, private reveal appointment, and artwork credit toward printed fine art. You're not locked into anything until you see your images.

These are starting points — I'm always happy to design something custom around exactly what you need.
Essence
$1,278
  • $600 artwork credit
  • 10 digital images
  • 1–2 hour session (location or studio style)
  • Pre-session discovery call
  • Styling guidance
  • Private artwork reveal appointment
  • 90 × 36cm framed 3-image collage
  • 15% off additional artwork
The starting collection — other print options can be added on.
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Classic
$1,978
  • $1,400 artwork credit
  • 25 digital images
  • 2–3 hour creative session
  • Pre-session discovery call
  • Styling guidance
  • Private artwork reveal appointment
  • 80 × 80cm framed 4-image collage or presentation box
  • 15% off additional artwork
The most popular choice for wall art print sizing.
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Legacy
$3,578
  • $3,500 artwork credit
  • All digital images
  • Full-day, unrushed session
  • In-depth consultation & planning
  • 5-image collection covering 188 × 76cm wall space
  • Leather-bound album (20 spreads) or presentation box
  • Hair & makeup coordination available
  • 15% off additional artwork
For those who want the full, generational heirloom experience.
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In-house payment plans available — no third-party signups, no credit checks. Just a plan designed around your life. Deposit of $200 to secure your date, credited toward your collection.

Giving someone a portrait experience?

Gift vouchers are available for any collection — a genuinely special gift for the people worth celebrating.

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Wall Art & Prints

Art that outlives
the digital age.

Phone photos get forgotten. Printed fine art gets passed down. I specialise in helping you create pieces that belong on walls, in albums, and in boxes that will be opened by people who weren't born yet.

How It Works

From first conversation
to art on your wall.

1
We Talk

Fill out the form or call/text directly. I'll get back to you fast and we'll have a real conversation — your story, your ideas, who's involved, what you want to achieve.

2
Planning Call

I'll send a follow-up with what we've discussed. Then we'll do a planning session — in person or over Zoom — to lock in location, styling, date, and how the wall art will sit in your space.

3
Deposit & Prep

$200 deposit locks in your date. I'll follow up before shoot day to make sure nothing's been missed — styling, location, timing, and anything else we need to nail down.

4
Shoot Day

Arrive ready. We'll have an unrushed session exploring what we planned — guided all the way, with room to be creative. You'll get a live preview on the back of the camera.

5
The Reveal

The next day, I'll show you the best images. We'll select the ones for your wall art in a private reveal — together in person or over Zoom. No pressure, just good images.

6
Final Payment

Once you've chosen your art, I'll invoice the balance. Payment plans are available — just ask. All digitals are sent once the order is placed.

7
Order & Delivery

I order your printed artwork from the finest labs. Once it arrives, I deliver it personally — or send it if you're further out. I'll even hang it on the wall if you need a hand.

8
Your Legacy

You now have fine art on your walls and images in your hands that will outlast phones, hard drives, and social media platforms. That's what this is all for.

Who This Is For

There are a hundred reasons
to do this.

Here are a few. If yours isn't listed — it's probably still a good reason.

The Individual

Because you've earned it. A creative, concept-driven session built entirely around your vision — from fashion and avant-garde to quiet and editorial.

The Family

Things are changing. The kids are growing. This is the moment to capture — not just a photo, but an artwork that means something in twenty years.

Avant Garde & Creative

You have a concept. Something bold, unusual, or completely your own. Let's build it. Sets, styling, props, themes — I love this kind of work.

A Milestone

A birthday, an achievement, a life change. Any moment worth marking is worth printing. Formals, graduations, personal milestones — whatever matters to you.

Personal Branding

Your face is your brand. If you're a business owner, speaker, or creative — your headshots and profile images need to actually reflect who you are.

A Gift

A portrait experience as a gift is genuinely unforgettable. Gift vouchers available for any collection — for people who deserve something real.

What Clients Say

Real experiences.
Real reactions.

Your first client testimonial goes here — a genuine reaction to seeing their portraits for the first time.
A second testimonial about the experience — the consultation process, the reveal, the artwork on the wall.
A third testimonial — could be about a specific type of session, a family experience, or a creative collaboration.

Frequently Asked

Good questions
deserve real answers.

Everything you need to know before reaching out. If something's missing, just ask.

How much does it cost?

Collections start at $1,278, which includes $600 in artwork credit and 10 digital images. Most people spend around $2,000–$2,500. Everything is discussed openly before you commit to anything.

Do I get all the unedited photos?

No — and that's intentional. Unedited images are the ingredients, not the recipe. I carefully select the best of what we capture and hand you images that are properly finished and ready to print as art.

How far in advance do I need to book?

I'm sometimes booked months out, so earlier is better. That said, I can often fit something in within days if there's a gap. Saturdays go fast — Fridays and weekdays have more flexibility.

What do I wear?

Whatever feels like you — comfortable, classic, timeless. Avoid busy patterns and think about outfit changes if you're after multiple looks. We'll talk through all of this in the planning stage so nothing's left to chance.

Do you offer hair and makeup?

Yes — I can coordinate a hair and makeup artist to come to you or your location. Or if you have your own person, just arrive ready. Either way, we make it work around your shoot.

What if the weather turns?

We reschedule. Simple as that. If the conditions don't suit what we're trying to create, we pick a day that does. Dramatic weather can be beautiful — but it has to work for your vision, not against it.

Can I bring props, pets, or a bestie?

Absolutely. Snakes, horses, cats, props, costumes — if it's part of your story I want it in the session. A support person is always welcome too. Just no partners in the changing room.

Do you travel outside Mackay?

No travel fee within Mackay, Northern Beaches, Mirani and Sarina. Beyond that, we work out a value together. I'm happy to go further afield — the shoot goes where you need it to.

Will you retouch or Photoshop my images?

I adjust exposure, colour, and depth — and I'll remove anything that shouldn't be there (a scratch, a stray lead). I don't smooth you into an AI version of yourself. The natural, real look is what makes these images timeless.

What's the cancellation policy?

Life happens — if you need to reschedule, give me 24 hours and we'll sort it. You can do this twice. No-shows and cancellations don't receive a refund of the deposit.

Ready to see if we're a good match?

No obligation. Just a conversation about your story and what you'd like to create.

Get the Ball Rolling

Get In Touch

Let's start
your story.

Fill out the form and I'll call you — usually within a day. Or reach out directly below. No sales script, just a real conversation.

Phone 0448 236 485
WhatsApp 0448 236 485
Email martystreckerphotography@gmail.com
Based Mackay, Queensland — available across the region

I'll call you — not email you a generic reply. Usually within a business day.