From Click to Print: Understanding the Process of Family Photography

From Click to Print: Understanding the Process of Family Photography

As an experienced family photographer based in Milton Keynes, I've often been asked about the process that takes place behind the scenes, the journey from the initial 'click' of the camera to the final 'print'.

Today, I'll pull back the curtain and give you an insight into the magic that happens in-between to transform a fleeting moment into a memory.

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What to wear for your Spring Photo Shoot

What to wear for your Spring Photo Shoot

I’m so excited that I now have my permit to photograph families on Parks Trust Land in Milton Keynes. I’ve missed doing outdoor photo shoots since moving here in 2021 and can’t wait to get started again.

Spring is one of my busiest times of the year for family photo sessions.

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Learn To Take Better Photos of Your Family

Learn To Take Better Photos of Your Family

As a photographer, I’m always being asked by friends, families and clients for tips on how to take better photos.

Most of us carry a camera around with us in the shape of our mobile phones. In fact, you could say people take more photographs now than ever before.

Think about how many photographs you take of your family that never quite make the grade and end up being deleted. It’s not as easy as it looks to get everyone looking in the same direction, smiling and with all of their limbs in the frame!

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Hayward Family Photo Shoot | Leighton Buzzard

Hayward Family Photo Shoot | Leighton Buzzard

I first met the Hayward family back in 2015 when their son Harry was born.  They had a relaxed photo shoot in their home, which included a few studio style photos with Harry and then some relaxed family images. 

I was VERY excited to hear when Harry's little sister had arrived and we arranged to do a similar style shoot.

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Photographing my Family | Gadebridge Park

Photographing my Family | Gadebridge Park

The best thing about photographing family is that it's more like a day out rather than work.  I can try things and happily admit when they don't work and at the end you get to hang out, practice cartwheels and eat ice-cream.  (Unfortunately I was too full from ice-cream for the cartwheels otherwise obviously I would have joined in...)

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Baby Photography | Hitchin | Harper Turns 1!

Baby Photography | Hitchin | Harper Turns 1!

And just like that, little miss Harper turns 1.

Back in 2016 I met Harper and her family for her newborn photo shoot.

She was tiny little bundle of sleepiness, who slept like a dream, snuggled in the cosiness of her mum and dad's gorgeous house.  See how tiny she is in her dad's arms?  Well stick around...

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