Children’s Portraiture
For mothers who want life to feel a little slower – and for any parent who values what family means right now.
You’re raising your child with so much love, and yet the pace of daily life makes it easy to overlook the little expressions, the closeness, the connection that’s already there.
Based in Harlow, Essex, I help thoughtful parents pause, reconnect, and choose artwork that brings a soft smile every time you see it – a quiet reminder of what you’re building together.
No pressure. No decisions needed. Just a genuine conversation about your child and what you’d love to hold onto from this stage of life.
The Challenge
Family life moves quickly, even when you’re organised and intentional. Work commitments, the emotional load, the planning… and the days that don’t go the way you expect. All of it makes it hard to create something meaningful for your family in the way you imagined.
The real challenge is that constant rhythm – always in motion, always asking for your attention.
From the outside, you’re holding everything together.
On the inside, you may feel:
- That you meant to create something like this already, but the weeks kept rolling on.
- That childhood feels different at each stage and you want to acknowledge this chapter before it shifts again.
- That you’re rarely in the photographs, even though you’re the emotional centre of your family’s story.
- That if you don’t carve out the time soon, you might miss the chance to celebrate who your child is right now.
And it shouldn’t be this difficult for loving, dedicated parents to honour their family story.
Professional children’s photographer in Harlow, Essex – specialising in baby & child portrait experiences for parents who want artwork, not files.
Studio based near Harlow, Essex – welcoming families from Bishop’s Stortford, Sawbridgeworth, Epping, Ware, Hertford, and surrounding villages.
Meet Your Guide
You’re not speaking to someone who expects perfection – you’re speaking to a professional who understands the rhythm of early family life.
For more than twenty years, I’ve helped parents slow things down long enough to see what’s already beautiful in their family. I know the juggle between work and parenthood, the last-minute changes, the unpredictable days, and the emotional energy it takes to care for everyone around you.
This is why the heart of my work begins with listening.
We talk honestly, without pressure, and I guide you with a gentle, reassuring approach so you can simply arrive as you are.
If life throws you a curveball – a tired morning, a wobbly moment, or a little one who needs extra space – we adapt. What matters most is that the experience feels good for your family, so your artwork carries warmth and meaning.
With a child-led approach and thoughtful direction, I create a space where your child’s personality shines and you get to see the love you’ve been building reflected back at you.
Together, we create artwork that honours your family’s story – in a way that feels calm, considered and deeply personal.
No pressure. No decisions needed. Just a genuine conversation about your child and what you’d love to hold onto from this stage of life.
How it Works
How to Book your Bespoke Portrait Photography Experience
STEP ONE
Book Your Call
A simple, relaxed conversation.
We’ll talk about your family, what you want your child to feel when they see themselves on your walls, and what matters most to you right now.
STEP TWO
Enjoy your experience
This is your family’s pause – a chance to slow down, reconnect and see each other with fresh eyes.
I follow your child’s lead and guide gently so everything feels natural and unhurried.
STEP THREE
Pick & Purchase
When your artwork is ready to explore, we sit together and choose the pieces that reflect your story.
Wall Art Collections and Treasure Boxes are created with intention and designed to live beautifully in your home.
STEP FOUR
Display & Feel the Difference
Once your artwork is in place, you’ll notice it – that steady, quiet reassurance that you’re doing an incredible job.
It becomes a daily pause that centres you, even on full days.
Not ready yet? Leave your details for thoughtful emails about slowing down and noticing the little things – written for parents who want a gentler rhythm in their week. Perfect for parents who want to get to know my approach first.
Book Your Call
If you’re ready to slow the pace and create something meaningful for your family, I’d love to talk.
This first call is friendly, calm, and centred entirely on what you want your child to feel when they see themselves represented in your home.
IMAGINE WHAT’S POSSIBLE
Picture walking through your home at the end of a long day – keys in hand, mind still busy – and your artwork catches your eye.
There’s that soft smile.
That gentle breath that eases the day.
Your artwork becomes a reminder of the closeness you created together – a moment of stillness you can return to whenever life feels full.
Over time, something deeper settles in: a sense of pride, connection, and calm confidence in the family you’re raising.
THE COST OF WAITING
If nothing changes, life will continue at the same pace.
The idea you’ve had for a while may keep slipping down the list.
Your love stays the same, of course – but you could miss the chance to honour this chapter and create something that anchors you on the days that move fast and lifts you on the days that feel lighter.
My Studio at Parndon Mill
My studio sits within Parndon Mill — a peaceful, riverside creative community on the Herts/Essex border.
It’s quiet, easy to reach, and offers the headspace parents often don’t realise they need.
From the moment you arrive, everything is unhurried, gentle and fully guided.
