Sussex Family Photographer

A lifestyle photoshoot is all about capturing those genuine, candid moments in the comfort of your own environment, whether it's your home, or a beautiful outdoor location.

It's less about posed, formal pictures and more about the authentic, heartfelt connections and interactions that happen naturally.

The raw emotions, smiles and giggles are all real, and the word 'cheese!' isn't uttered once. There is usually little interaction with the camera (although I will give you as much or little direction as you need) letting even the personalities of the most shy members of the family shine through. ✨

Sometimes it takes children (and grown ups!) a little time of warm up to having their photo taken.

As an experienced photographer and fellow mum, I have a few tricks up my sleeve to get a little giggle from them.

Having said that, I am a true believer that once they see the rest of the family joining in and having fun, they usually do the same out of fear of missing out!

Plus, many of the most cherished photographs are those of pure love and the natural connection between a child and those that they trust, rather than the cheesy smiley posed portraits.

If your photoshoot is planned to be outdoors and the photoshoot is likely to be a complete wash out, we will rearrange your session to an alternative date.

We will make a final decision the day before as the weather can change quickly.

That is a definite yes from me! If you have a dog and they are part of the family, then absolutely we will include them in many of the photos too.

If you have young children and a dog attending the photoshoot, (as they both tend to want to do their own thing!) I cannot guarantee that I will get a photo of the whole family plus the dog, although I will try my absolute best.

I will absolutely try my best but you may need to decide beforehand which is the focus of the photoshoot, the children or your dog.

Absolutely! If you have a location in mind that’s special to you and your family, I’d love to hear about it – we can chat and see if it’s somewhere that would work well for your shoot.

I also have a handful of tried-and-tested locations that I know photograph beautifully and suit different types of family sessions. When we book your shoot, I’ll guide you through the best options based on the time of day, the look you love, and the kind of setting you’re after.

Wherever we end up, I’ll make sure it’s somewhere that allows your family to feel relaxed and enjoy the experience.

You can book a family photoshoot at any time however I would recommend booking around 3-4 months beforehand to guarantee the time of year you would like, especially in the Summer months.

Absolutely! I know being in front of the camera can feel a little awkward at first, but I’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure you feel comfortable and confident.

I’ll guide you into natural poses, showing you where to stand or sit to make the most of the beautiful light. But more than that, I want to capture the real moments between you, those genuine connections that tell your family love story.

While I’ll be there giving gentle prompts to spark laughter, playfulness, and plenty of cuddles, I’ll also step back to let the magic unfold naturally. My goal is to create a relaxed environment where you can be yourselves, so the photos we capture reflect the love and authenticity of your family.

I require the full session fee & signed contract in order to get a provisional date booked and secured on my calendar. Your chosen photo package can be purchased following your photoshoot once you have received your gallery.

Yes! A photoshoot makes a thoughtful and timeless gift. Get in touch, and I’ll arrange a beautifully presented gift voucher for you. You can find more information on a photoshoot gift voucher here.

Yes! Definitely! Travel fees are applied if I'm travelling more than 20 miles from the area BN14, which is charged both ways.

I totally understand the anticipation of seeing your final photos. My editing process typically takes 2-3 weeks, depending on the volume of images and the complexity of editing required.

I prioritise quality and attention to detail to deliver exceptional images that exceed your expectations.

I highly recommend ordering prints through the professional printing lab that I work with, but it isn't required. The difference in quality is huge when it comes to ordering through a professional lab, so I always love to help with prints!

I have an online ordering store right within your gallery to purchase prints or albums which I am happy to help create for you with a selection of your favourite photos.