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love letters to your children…

**For me, photographs aren't there simply to capture a memory, they are there to capture a feeling. They are love letters to your children and I believe my job is to help you write them.**

maternity | newborn | Family photography

my style…

My photographs are packed with your family’s unique story - the joyful, giggling moments; the quiet, cuddly moments; the perfectly imperfect moments.

You should be able to look back at your photographs in years to come and be transported back to this moment in time. So I’m not led by the latest photography trends and edits; my photos are beautifully timeless.

Real moments and genuine connection are at the heart of what I do so that when you look at your photos, you don’t just see the emotion but you feel it too.

On a family photo shoot in Cheltenham, a dad sits on a door step with his three children cuddling him and laughing

On a sunset family photo shoot in The Cotswolds, two children run around their parents

The photo is a close up of a newborn baby's feet while he lies on a bed during a newborn baby photoshoot in Cheltenham

you…

…are looking for photos which capture your family just as they are - whether that’s loud and energetic, adventurous and inquisitive or quiet and gentle. You love to play and dance with your children, taking every opportunity for quality time together. You are always happy for just one more cuddle, one more kiss and you just can’t help a quick ruffle of your kids’ hair as they walk past. You are looking for beautiful photos which will adorn your wall and which your children will love to pour over when they’re older. You prioritise real, genuine moments and emotions over forced smiles and awkward poses. You want photographs which are unique to you and tell your family’s story.

on a family photoshoot in Cheltenham, a mum and daughter lie on a bed holding hands

On an in-home family photoshoot in The Cotswolds, two boys lie on their back on a bed laughing while their dad tickles them

On a newborn baby photoshoot in Cheltenham, a mum sits on a yellow chair. cuddling her newborn baby to her chest

On an in-home family photoshoot in The Cotswolds, a mum and daughter sit on their windowsill laughing — Where?

One of my favourite locations to shoot family photography is the place where you create memories every single day - **your home.**
Not only does this help everyone stay relaxed, calm and confident (exactly what we need to create those love-soaked images) but I strongly believe in the need to document ourselves in our current homes.
Using your home as the backdrop, I'll freeze time for you, in the most beautiful of ways. I'll give you memories that you didn't even know you needed. Let's give your children the memories of the dining table they did their homework at, and the bed they all piled into on Sunday morning. Let's create stunning, stylish, joy-filled images of your family in your own special places.

Heart of Home

photos in the place most unique to you - your home.

On a sunset outdoor photoshoot in Cheltenham, a mum and son cuddle together with their eyes shut — Where?

Perhaps you're a family who feel most at home in **the great outdoors** with space to run and play? Or you love the architecture of Regency Cheltenham or the quaint cottages of The Cotswolds?
We meet in a location in the Cotswolds area and capture your beautiful family in a beautiful setting.
I tend to shoot at sunset to capture that gorgeous golden light which is so flattering and pretty.
We'll play games & explore; you'll have quality time together as a family - and I promise, you'll come away with beautiful memories as well as beautiful photos.

The Great Outdoors

Photos in beautiful locations making the perfect backdrop for your family

How does it work on the day?

I’ll show up with a big smile, warm welcome and head straight to get to know your children….they’re the ones I need to get on side after-all! We’ll then spend a few hours just having fun and relaxing, whilst I capture memories for you. There is no pressure, and nothing forced. I do ‘direct’ you, in that I’ll place you in great light, and maybe ask you to look at certain people, hold hands a certain way or suggest some little kisses here and there. And I’ll use a few games and tricks to get you relaxed and capture the real ‘you’. I always get one shot of everyone smiling at the camera (what I call the grandma shot), but other than that, this session is about your family interacting and enjoying themselves, and I’ll barely have any others with you all looking at the camera.

On an in-home family photoshoot in Cheltenham a mum and toddler lie on a bed cuddling and smiling

What’s the process?

We chat when and where and I answer any questions you have;
You’re booked in with a deposit and signed contract;
You have full access to ‘The Client Area’ which includes lots of advice to help you prepare for the session, choose your outfits and get the best out of the experience;
The remaining balance is due the day before the session;
We make magic!
You receive a ‘sneak peak’ within a few days;
You receive the full gallery for viewing within 3 weeks;
You choose your images or upgrade packages and I offer advice on printing options
You get to enjoy your beautiful photos and memories forever