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Natural Family Photography
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CAPTURING THE MAGIC IN EVERY MOMENT

NATURAL FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY IN ESSEX

Offering natural, honest and timeless family photography in Essex and London with a documentary approach, I'll use light and composition techniques to document your loved ones in your favourite locations. Your family session can be either at your home or at a lovely location of your choice.

 

Life goes by in a flash and it's easy to let those magical childhood memories pass without capturing the innocence, the authenticity and the adoration you feel for your children before they grow up. From your toddler taking their very first steps, to your grandparents proudly surrounded by their loved ones, there are so many significant moments that deserve to be documented in a family photography session. My family photoshoots are relaxed, fun and an excuse to spend time with your favourite people. There's no awkward posing – it's just you, your family, children and the unconditional love that is shared between everyone.

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Danielle Smith Natural Photography Essex & London Candid Photography Essex
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I cover Essex, the South East and London for family photography sessions on location. The beauty of having your family photo shoot on location is that your little ones generally feel more comfortable either in their own home or outdoors somewhere fun, where they can be themselves and be playful without being too conscious of the camera. I have lots of lovely locations up my sleeve if you need inspiration or it's always really nice if you have a special location in mind.

Natural Family Photography & Newborn Photography in Essex

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Family sessions start from £250 and Newborn sessions start from £300.

Fine art books and framed wall art are just some of the beautiful printed photo products I offer.

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NEWBORN SESSION

INVESTMENT £300

From those delicate newborn details to the heartfelt interactions between you and your baby, we will create a collection of timeless images that authentically reflect the joy and love surrounding your little one.

 

- Newborn photoshoot at your home.

- 5 high-resolution digital images in an online gallery.

- Parents, family & sibling photographs.

- Option to upgrade to more digital images and order prints and artwork via your online gallery.

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FAMILY SESSION

INVESTMENT £250

Celebrate the love and connection within your family with a natural and heartfelt family photoshoot on location. Whether it's a sunlit meadow at golden hour, a sandy beach, or a cozy park, your chosen location will serve as the backdrop to your family's unique story.

- 1 hour family photo shoot at your home/on location.

- 5 high-resolution digital images in an online gallery.

- Parents, family & sibling photographs.

- Option to upgrade to more digital images and order prints and artwork via your online gallery.

 

THE FINE ART

ARTWORKS & KEEPSAKES

Indulge in the beauty of fine art keepsakes and timeless wall art. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted to elevate your cherished photographic memories into works of art that will adorn your home and stand the test of time. From gallery-quality prints that capture the depth and richness of each image to carefully curated albums and keepsakes that encapsulate the essence of your story, our offerings serve as a lasting testament to the love and joy shared in your life. Embrace the opportunity to adorn your walls with your family photography session art that is truly meaningful and invest in these timeless pieces that will continue to bring you joy and nostalgia for years to come.

 

Wall art begins from £190, and I also offer a variety of keepsake products that you may want to explore here.

""Danielle is both a talented photographer and a lovely person to work with. Look no further for a family photographer!""

"I can’t recommend Danielle enough. She worked with us to create the most beautiful photographs of our newborn baby which we absolutely love. Her friendly, clear direction ensured the shoot went smoothly (not easy with a newborn)! and the end result is just perfect. Her kind, gentle approach to handling our little one really put us at ease! Danielle is both a talented photographer and a lovely person to work with. Look no further for a family photographer!"

- LAURA & RICHARD
Natural Family Photography & Newborn Photography in Essex
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  • IN WHICH AREAS DO YOU PHOTOGRAPH WEDDINGS?
    Everywhere! I'm based in Essex, and have photographed weddings at many local venues, including Gaynes Park, Baddow Park House, and many more. I also love to photograph London weddings at venues like The Gherkin, Kimpton Fitzroy and The Langham. I work at Old Marylebone Town Hall and Chelsea Old Town Hall regularly too. I have even been lucky enough to photograph destination weddings in various countries too such as Italy, Spain, Portugal and France! So if you’re planning to tie the knot overseas please contact me for a bespoke quotation.
  • WHAT IS YOUR STYLE OF WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY?
    Documentary wedding photography is a big part of my work and involves me working quietly, taking natural, storytelling shots as all the wonderful moments of the day unfold. As for creating beautiful portraits together with the two of you, I feel it’s important to take some time to create slightly more guided shots as well. Some gentle direction can create pure, elegant and truly romantic images. I want your photographs to be an authentic and sincere reflection of the day.
  • WHAT HAPPENS BEFORE AND AFTER THE WEDDING DAY?
    There's a lot more to natural wedding photography than just taking beautiful photos on the day. Firstly, we will arrange a pre-wedding meeting so that we can discuss your wedding ideas and photography aims, and so that I can gain more understanding of how your wedding day will pan out. You can rest assured that from the pre-wedding meeting to the post-wedding process of selecting and editing photos and designing a beautiful wedding album, you have my full commitment.
  • DO YOU OFFER ENGAGEMENT/PRE-WEDDING PHOTO SHOOTS?
    Yes! For an additional fee, these sessions are a really good way for us to get to know each other a bit more before the wedding. It also helps to give you more of an understanding of how I work and offers you the chance to become comfortable with me taking photographs with the two of you. It also gives me more of an understanding of how you guys work and what you are comfortable with before the big day. This session can take place at a location of your choice and can reflect your personalities or hold a significant meaning for the two of you.
  • WHAT IS YOUR AIM WHEN PHOTOGRAPHING A WEDDING?
    Documenting wedding stories is by far the most challenging and rewarding thing I know, which is why I love it so much! I want to discover the real you, your characters, your personalities in a beautiful yet honest way, creating sentimental images that will last a lifetime. I work in a relaxed manner, helping you to feel completely at ease, ensuring your photographic story is natural and true to your emotions of the day. I love to work with natural light and combine traditional elements of photography with a modern essence.
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Let’s capture some family magic!

THE PUREST MOMENTS OF LOVE AND JOY WITH YOUR FAMILY. 

From the tender snuggles of your toddler to the laughter-filled moments shared with siblings, get in touch today and let's capture the essence of your family's story with a family photography session.

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