London vacation photographer - visiting London with a Baby
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London vacation photographer - visiting London with a Baby

Babies need freedom to explore and a quiet pace to take in new environments. That’s why I like to combine urban locations with a more relaxed setting - a local park or a hotel room. For this winter session, we knew the park option is out of question. The lovely January sunshine always comes with chilly winds so we decided to walk back to the AirBnb flat. An indoor setting allows parents to engage with their baby in a meaningful way - it’s definitely easier to play silly games when you’re warm and a hot cup of tea is brewing nearby.

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Family Photography with Teenagers in Wimbledon
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Family Photography with Teenagers in Wimbledon

As an artist it takes a lot of mental and physical energy to be constantly present and open to the people you meet. And you need this vulnerability to be able to create art. Honest art.

And why would anyone put themselves in a situation of being vulnerable over and over? Maybe because the urge to create art comes from a need that needs to be fulfilled. The need is bigger than the constant second guessing. It fulfils but most importantly it heals. Family shoots…

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London Graduation Photographer - Hyde Park Graduation Photoshoot
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London Graduation Photographer - Hyde Park Graduation Photoshoot

A graduation photoshoot is the perfect gift for your children, not only providing them with lasting memories of their graduation day, but also giving them a tangible reminder of the love and support of their family. It's a gift that will be treasured for a lifetime.

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How to Say Goodbye to London with a Landmarks Family Photoshoot
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How to Say Goodbye to London with a Landmarks Family Photoshoot

It might be my experience alone, but it feels that post-covid so many families are either leaving or thinking about leaving London. This year I photographed at least five families that left London for good to be closer to their extended family. The pandemic showed the importance of having a community, especially when you have young children.

So you lived here for a number of years, you had your baby here, this is the place where you became a family. How to say goodbye to London in a way that would honor the amazing time you had here?

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London Kid Friendly - Make Memories Together with a Family Photoshoot
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London Kid Friendly - Make Memories Together with a Family Photoshoot

London is a great destination for a family vacation, with plenty of kid-friendly activities and attractions. Whether you're looking for indoor fun on a rainy day or outdoor adventures in the city, London has it all. One way to make lasting memories of your trip is to schedule a fun and relaxed family photoshoot. This will allow you to capture all of your adventures together in the city and create beautiful keepsakes that you can treasure for years to come.

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Newborn Photographer in Highbury and Islington
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Newborn Photographer in Highbury and Islington

I have done many newborn photoshoots over the years, but this must be the first time capturing the baby’s first day home from the hospital. Baby coos, lullabies, non-stop feeding sessions, the crackling every of falling in love with this tiny new person. I call my newborn shoots New Love Sessions and they definitely feel that way. Taking it slow…

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London family photographer in Wanstead - First birthday baby photoshoot

London family photographer in Wanstead - First birthday baby photoshoot

If you are like me and prefer quiet celebrations instead of parties, I am here for you. First birthday shoots are all about capturing the love that shook your life in the last year and the beautiful routine which makes family life so wonderful.

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Hampstead Newborn Photography
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Hampstead Newborn Photography

Golders Hill Park is a true underrated gem. I wish I could shoot here more often. What other park boasts wonderful ancient woodland, a pond bursting with wildlife, an adventure playground, wildflower meadows, grassy areas with plenty of space for chasing games and an open air zoo! It’s perfect for family photos too, just ask any toddler. Add the sweetest newborn to that mix and you have…

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Family Photographer West Finchley
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Family Photographer West Finchley

‘‘The house is a mess, could we shoot only in the living room?’’ Well, don't even think about the mess, don't hide things, don't stress and don't try to impress your photographer. I promise you that no one cares, especially your photographer. Tons of toys and hanging laundry, it's all part of life with young kids. Plus I think it's wonderful to include their creative "mess” and imaginative play areas. It tells the real story and that's always worth capturing.

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Maternity and Family Photographer in Greenwich, South London

Maternity and Family Photographer in Greenwich, South London

The reason I love and I capture family photos is because I needed to (re)write for myself a new definition of WHAT IS FAMILY. So the photos I capture are not about how childhood is carefree and wild or about how hard and fulfilling parenthood can be. No, what deeply motivates me is to show that despite everything that goes on in our daily lives, LOVE is at the base of it.

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