I’m a camera shy mum myself, and almost every parent I have ever photographed is worried about getting in front of the camera so I can assure you I am an expert at putting you at ease! My style is very informal and relaxed and I stand behind the camera with plenty of chat and laughter. Us parents work so hard and have so much love for our families yet we have hardly any photographs of ourselves holding our children. We take endless photographs of our children (I'm sure you have hundreds!) but forget how valuable we are to them, and that photographs with us in them are just as important in documenting their lives. That's what I am out to change! You deserve to have beautiful photographs of this magical (and mental) time in your life. This is your story too. I want you to feel as comfortable as possible and being really open and honest with me if you have a particular body hang-up will really help me to understand how to help you relax and I can then also be conscious of what it is you worry about. A note about skin - a lot of us worry about our skin from time to time, especially when it comes to close-up photos and a lack of sleep, parenthood, and crazy hormones don't help that! Well, I've got your back, I've become quite the pro at subtle, natural skin editing and I am always chasing flattering light that will make you look your best, so don't worry! And if you wake up in the morning with a giant pimple, don't worry either, that's a one click easy edit :) I promise we will get wonderful photographs of you and when you receive your gallery you will see how special it is to have these photographs of your children with you in them. You won’t regret it. Trust me. ❤️

'What should I wear?' is absolutely my number one frequently asked question and what you all wear does really affect the end result, mood and vibe of your images so here goes... First and foremost I want you to feel comfortable and confident, so choose an outfit that makes you feel your best (and remember - perfection doesn't exist!). My family sessions take place in the great outdoors so the first thing to consider is the time of year - we want your outfits to match the weather so no one gets too cold or too hot! Summer is obviously perfect for skirts and dresses and in Spring and Autumn you can still wear them, just team them with some cute boots, tights and jackets/knitwear. For cold winters get out the woolly hats, welly boots and warm fluffy jumpers to give a really warm, cosy feel (for you and the photographs!). Colour & Fabric Neutral colours like beige, brown, grey, navy and black create beautiful natural tones in your photographs and are wonderfully timeless. A little bit of colour contrast between each other’s outfits can work well rather than trying to get everyone to match perfectly, although if you want to match/co-ordinate then you could do that too! If you prefer something more colourful then earthy tones work really well e.g. orange/rust, sage, khaki etc. It can be a good idea to lay everyone's clothes out together to check that the colours you have chosen for each person look good next to each other. Detailed textures like crochet and lace, and fabrics with interesting textures like linen and corduroy look great in close-up shots. If you like prints, stick to something that isn't multicoloured or super bright and steer away from logos and graphics as these can be really distracting in your images. Women Loose and flowy dresses, tops and skirts are always a win as they are flattering on all body shapes, they are wonderful to photograph because of the movement in the fabric and they make you feel feminine and fantastic! Equally, if you feel confident in body-con then do it! Or, if you are more casual stick to jeans. I have some beautiful dresses and tops in my client wardrobe that you can borrow for the shoot if you'd like to - just ask (style guide and client wardrobe photographs coming soon...). Men A plain t-shirt or jumper, a casual shirt or a shirt unbuttoned and layered over a plain t-shirt worn with jeans, chinos or shorts is simple and looks great. It's nice to look a little smarter than your everyday wear for your photoshoot, but not wedding/event smart. Babies and Children Although children love unicorns and dinosaurs, picking something plain for your photoshoot gives a classic and timeless look. I love recommending H&M or Zara for finding neutral clothing options (if you enjoy second hand shopping then search on Vinted). Girls look beautiful in dresses and skirts and they especially love a flowy one that they can twirl in like a princess - but only once they are walking. Pre-walking baby girls are better in all in one outfits/rompers otherwise its very difficult to stop nappies from showing when they are sitting and crawling. Baby boys also look adorable in rompers or dungarees and older boys look handsome in a casual shirt or a plain t-shirt with an open, unbuttoned shirt layered over the top. If it is cold opt for cosy, fluffy knitwear over outfits. Once you have figured out everyone's outfits I highly recommend hanging the clothes together the week before and then not wearing them again until the shoot - that way there will be no last minute panic washing, ironing or searching! Close-up details A quick note on nails - they will be in the photos! I like to take close-ups of tiny little hands as well as photographs of your hands holding your child/children. So remember to clean under nails (I know how easily dirt and grime seems to find itself under children's nails!) and stick to no nail varnish or a very plain neutral colour nail varnish for yourself. Client Wardrobe Here's a shot of the current items in my client wardrobe, if you are interested in what I have that you can borrow send me an email/message and I can explain more/answer questions about the items :)

'What should I wear?' is absolutely my number one frequently asked question and what you wear does really affect the end result, mood and vibe of your images so here goes... First and foremost I want you to feel comfortable and confident, so choose an outfit that makes you feel your best (and remember - perfection doesn't exist!). The first thing to consider is the time of year and whether the shoot will be indoors or outdoors. We want your outfits to match the weather so no one gets too cold or too hot! Summer is obviously perfect for skirts and dresses and in Spring and Autumn you can still wear them, just team them with some cute boots, tights and jackets/knitwear. For cold winters get out the woolly hats, welly boots and warm fluffy jumpers to give a really warm, cosy feel (for you and the photographs!). If your shoot is in my studio then I keep it really warm all year round so you can dress for any season any time! Colour & Fabric Neutral colours like beige, brown, grey, navy and black create beautiful natural tones in your photographs and are wonderfully timeless. A little bit of colour contrast between each other’s outfits can work well rather than trying to get everyone to match perfectly, although if you want to match/co-ordinate then you could do that too! If you prefer something more colourful then earthy tones work really well e.g. orange/rust, sage, khaki etc. It can be a good idea to lay yours and your little one/s clothes out together to check that the colours you have chosen for each person look good next to each other. Detailed textures like crochet and lace, and fabrics with interesting textures like linen and corduroy look great in close-up shots. If you like prints, stick to something that isn't multicoloured or super bright and steer away from logos and graphics as these can be really distracting in your images. Mum Loose and flowy dresses, tops and skirts are always a win as they are flattering on all body shapes, they are wonderful to photograph because of the movement in the fabric and they make you feel feminine and fantastic! Equally, if you feel confident in body-con then do it! Or, if you are more casual stick to jeans. I have some beautiful dresses and tops in my client wardrobe that you can borrow for the shoot if you'd like to - just ask (style guide and client wardrobe photographs coming soon...). Babies and Children Although children love unicorns and dinosaurs, picking something plain for your little one/s for your photoshoot gives a classic and timeless look. I love recommending H&M or Zara for finding neutral clothing options (if you enjoy second hand shopping then search on Vinted). Girls look beautiful in dresses and skirts and they especially love a flowy one that they can twirl in like a princess - but only once they are walking. Pre-walking baby girls are better in all in one outfits/rompers otherwise its very difficult to stop nappies from showing when they are sitting and crawling. Baby boys also look adorable in rompers or dungarees and older boys look handsome in a casual shirt or a plain t-shirt with an open, unbuttoned shirt layered over the top. If it is cold opt for cosy, fluffy knitwear over outfits. Once you have figured out everyone's outfits I highly recommend hanging the clothes together the week before and then not wearing them again until the shoot - that way there will be no last minute panic washing, ironing or searching! Close-up details A quick note on nails - they will be in the photos! I like to take close-ups of tiny little hands as well as photographs of your hands holding your child/children. So remember to clean under nails (I know how easily dirt and grime seems to find itself under children's nails!) and stick to no nail varnish or a very plain neutral colour nail varnish for yourself. Client Wardrobe Here's a shot of the current items in my client wardrobe, if you are interested in what I have that you can borrow send me an email/message and I can explain more/answer questions about the items :)

'What should I wear?' is absolutely my number one frequently asked question and what you all wear does really affect the end result of your images so here goes... First and foremost I want you to feel comfortable and confident, so choose an outfit that makes you feel your best (and remember - perfection doesn't exist!). My newborn sessions always take place indoors (in my home studio or your home) so bear in mind when choosing your outfits we will be keeping the temperature very warm for your baby. Colour & Fabric Neutral colours like beige, brown, grey, navy and black create beautiful natural tones in your photographs and are wonderfully timeless. A little bit of colour contrast between each other’s outfits can work well rather than trying to get everyone to match perfectly, although if you want to match/co-ordinate then you could do that too! If you prefer something more colourful then earthy tones work really well e.g. orange/rust, sage, khaki etc. It can be a good idea to lay everyone's clothes out together to check that the colours you have chosen for each person look good next to each other. Detailed textures like crochet and lace, and fabrics with interesting textures like linen and corduroy look great in close-up shots. If you like prints, stick to something that isn't multicoloured or super bright and steer away from logos and graphics as these can be really distracting in your images. Women Loose and flowy dresses, tops and skirts are always a win as they are flattering on all body shapes, they are wonderful to photograph because of the movement in the fabric and they make you feel feminine and fantastic! They are also great at hiding a postpartum bump (if you would like to hide it!) I have some beautiful options in my client wardrobe that you can borrow for the shoot - just ask (style guide and client wardrobe photographs coming soon...). Equally, if you feel confident in body-con then do it! Or, if you are more casual stick to jeans/leggings. Men A plain t-shirt, a casual shirt or a shirt unbuttoned and layered over a plain t-shirt worn with jeans, chinos or shorts is simple and looks great. It's nice to look a little smarter than your everyday wear for your photoshoot, but not wedding/event smart. Your Newborn Baby Dress your newborn baby in something plain, without eye-catching prints, as we want all the attention to be on their natural features rather than their outfit. Even a plain onesie is fine! If you have a winter baby you could embrace the time of year by dressing both you and them in some cosy knitwear. Aim to start the shoot with them already dressed in their outfit and then have one back-up in case of a messy accident (from either end!). During the shoot, if they are happy to do so, we will undress them and wrap them in cosy blankets, so we can get some beautiful exposed skin photographs. I especially like to make sure I get close-ups of fingers and toes :) I have some plain newborn clothing in my client wardrobe in light, neutral colours that is always available to borrow on the day. Siblings Although children love unicorns and dinosaurs, picking something plain for siblings gives a classic and timeless look. I love recommending H&M or Zara for finding neutral clothing options (if you enjoy second hand shopping then search on Vinted). Girls look beautiful in dresses and skirts but only once they are walking. Pre-walking baby girls are better in all in one outfits/rompers otherwise its very difficult to stop nappies from showing when they are sitting and crawling. Baby boys also look adorable in rompers or dungarees and older boys look handsome in a casual shirt or a plain t-shirt with an open, unbuttoned shirt layered over the top. If it is cold opt for cosy, fluffy knitwear over outfits. Once you have figured out everyone's outfits I highly recommend hanging the clothes together the week before and then not wearing them again until the shoot - that way there will be no last minute panic washing, ironing or searching! Close-up details A quick note on nails - they will be in the photos! I like to take close-ups of tiny little hands and feet as well as photographs of your hands holding your newborn. So remember to clean under everyone’s nails (I know how easily dirt and grime seems to find itself under children's nails!) and stick to no nail varnish or a very plain neutral colour nail varnish for yourself. Client Wardrobe Here's a shot of the current items in my client wardrobe available for mums (I also have newborn clothing). if you are interested in what I have that you can borrow send me an email/message and I can explain more/answer questions about the items :)