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As a newborn and family photographer, January is always my favourite month to dream a bit about the year ahead – what styles will be trending, which colours will be in, and which setups will make those tiny, squishy babies look even more adorable than they already are (if that’s possible!). So, I thought I’d share my predictions for the top newborn photography themes and setups for 2026. Whether you’re a fellow photographer, a parent planning a session, or just a lover of all things baby, there’s something here for everyone. TREND 1: Bold, Colourful Statements 2026 To View More >>

Let’s be honest - life moves far too fast. One day, your kids need your hand to take their first steps, and the next, they’re off and running, leaving you wondering where the time went. It’s a little unfair how quickly time flies, isn’t it? And if you’re anything like most busy parents, family portraits tend to fall to the bottom of the never-ending to-do list. But here’s the thing: keeping your family portraits up-to-date isn’t just about getting a cute picture for the wall (although that’s a definite bonus); it’s about preserving the To View More >>

Hello, my fabulous families! 🎃 Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to get creative with your family photos. Whether you’re a fan of the spooky or the whimsical, Halloween offers endless possibilities for memorable pictures. Taking your own Halloween photos is such a fun family activity but instead of opting for the usual rushed snaps before you go trick or treating this year, why not go all out and try your own Halloween mini shoot! So, grab a cup of hot cocoa (or a pumpkin spice latte, if you’re so inclined), and let’s delve into how you can To View More >>

Congratulations on your pregnancy! As you prepare to welcome your new baby, you’re probably thinking about how to capture these early moments that, though fleeting, are incredibly precious. One of the most cherished ways to preserve these memories is through newborn photography. But when is the best time to schedule these photos? Let’s dive into why the first two weeks of your baby’s life are the golden window for capturing those adorable, sleepy newborn poses and how you can prepare for a smooth and successful photo session. Why the First Two Weeks? Newborns change incredibly To View More >>

Little Alexander was an absolute darling at his first photo-shoot with me, and I think he really liked his little elephant (hand-made by my mum!). Here are some of my favourite images from his newborn photosession. To View More >>

Christmas Mini Sessions are here... On Saturday 14th October and Saturday 11th November only, I will be offering special Christmas mini-sessions*. Bring along the matching Christmas jumpers and Santa hats, or keep it classy and go for a beautiful family portrait, the choice is yours! Each session is just £60 and includes: 30 min shoot Upto 10 images to choose from in your personal online gallery Your choice of a mounted print or 10 personalised Christmas cards. We also offer the option to purchase additional prints, frames and bamboo panels, which make fantastic To View More >>

Little Florence gave me a bit of a run around at her first photo shoot - she did not want to sleep - but with a little patience we got there in the end, and it was definitely worth the wait! :-) Here are some of my most favourite images from Florence's newborn photo session. To View More >>

As we know, newborns are very delicate, they have poor muscle control and a strong moro reflex (an involuntary response to feeling unsupported) necessitating great care and patience during a photo session. They must be carefully supported at all times and certainly never left on their own. In this series of posts, I will show you how I ensure that babies are appropriately and safely positioned and supported to create some of my more popular images, and perhaps more to the point, I will show you how supporting hands are removed using Photoshop afterwards, i.e. the baby is never left balancing To View More >>

I was chatting to another mum the other day about baby photography and during our conversation it slowly dawned on me that, having only seen the finished beautiful photos of babies on my website and across the Internet, she and many other mums out there had no idea how these images were actually created safely, so I thought a little series of blog posts might be useful. As we know, newborns are very delicate, they have poor muscle control and a strong moro reflex (an involuntary response to feeling unsupported) necessitating great care and patience during a photo session. They To View More >>

I have a very natural style with my photography and I love to use natural products wherever possible. Today I have been busy making a very special little something for my newborn photo sessions - fluff! To steal a famous retailer's catchphrase, 'this is not just any fluff ...', this is the first fleece from a very special alpaca. A little while ago, our daughter and I had a little trip out to take an alpaca for a walk with Jacki at Beacon Alpacas. It was a beautiful day and we both really enjoyed meeting these lovely animals. Their fur is incredibly soft, as "it has less scales To View More >>
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