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Family portraits are more than just photographs. They preserve connection, emotion, and moments that pass far too quickly. Many parents don’t fully understand the importance of family portraits until years later, when childhood has slipped by and those moments can never be recreated. As a family photographer in Devon, I see first-hand why family photos are so important. They capture not just what your family looks like, but what it feels like to be together in this exact sea

If you’re a parent booking a family photoshoot, chances are this thought has crossed your mind: “What if my children don’t behave?” Let me reassure you right now. That it is completely normal, and it is never  a problem during my sessions. As a family lifestyle outdoor documentary photographer, I work with toddlers, young children, and blended families all the time. I’ve seen it all: meltdowns, crying, screaming, running away, refusing to participate and guess what?  Those se

Emily Elizabeth Aesthetics at Aspara Sidmouth As a photographer, I spend most of my time photographing families. I capture real moments, natural connection, and people just being themselves. That same approach is exactly why I also love working with female entrepreneurs and small business owners who want branding photos that feel honest and calm, rather than staged or forced. This branding session with Emily Elizabeth Aesthetics in Sidmouth is a perfect example of that. What

Booking a family photoshoot can feel exciting… and also a little terrifying! If you’re thinking “We don’t have a clue what we’re doing , you’re going to have to tell us what to do”   take a breath. You are not alone! Almost every family I photograph feels nervous before their session. Especially the mums who organise it all. This blog will walk you through exactly what to expect during a family photoshoot in Devon with me, so you can relax, show up as you are, and enjoy the e

Choosing what to wear for your family photoshoot can feel surprisingly stressful. Especially if you’re already thinking “nothing fits me”  or “I’m going to look awkward.” I promise you, it doesn’t need to be complicated or perfect. This Blog is here to help you feel confident, inspired, and clear on what works, what to avoid, and where to start, so you can arrive at your family photoshoot in Devon feeling relaxed and ready to enjoy the experience. If you’d like a step-by-step

Booking a family photoshoot is about more than picking a date! It’s about choosing a season, location, and experience that suits your family’s energy, your children’s needs, and the type of memories you want to treasure. Devon is beautiful year-round, with a mix of coastline, countryside, and woodland that changes with the seasons (as highlighted by Visit Devon ). As a family photographer who captures a playful blend of lifestyle documentary and lightly posed moments, I alw

If the thought of having your photo taken makes you tense up, you’re not alone. In fact, I’ve never had a single client turn up and say, “I know how to pose and I’m confident.” Every single person tells me the same thing: “We have no idea what we’re doing and you’re going to have to tell us what to do.” And honestly? That’s completely normal. You are not expected to know how to pose.You are not expected to feel confident.And you are definitely not here to be judged. My job

When families ask about photoshoot cost, they often think they’re paying for photos. But family photography isn’t about files sitting on your phone. It ’s an investment in lasting family memories, especially for mums. Why Professional Family Photography Is an Investment Most families have plenty of photos of their children, and often of dads too. But mums? They’re usually missing. Time and time again, I hear from mums: “I don’t have any photos of me and my children.”  They’

As a family photographer, my goal isn’t to create perfectly posed images with cheesy smiles! It’s to capture you  and your family being yourselves. Nothing staged, nothing fake, just real moments that you'll treasure for years to come. Here’s how I help parents prepare their children for a photoshoot and why letting go of control is the best thing you can do. Let children, Be in Charge! One of the biggest challenges I see is parents trying to control their children: making th