Maternity & Newborn Photographer In Richmond -
SW London
Hi, I'm Valentina, a London Maternity and Newborn Photographer.
I help women like you to feel confident and beautiful in portraits that capture the authentic love and connection of their pregnancy and their baby’s first year—timeless images to treasure forever.
Capture the Love. Let's create Your Story
I Capture Emotions & Freeze Time.
Your baby's first year is a whirlwind of EMOTIONS.
From the moment you carried your precious little one to the early days of their life in your arms, these early days are truly special. It's when you both begin to learn and grow together - when your world starts to change.
Yet, your tiny bundle of joy won't stay tiny for long. In just a few weeks, they'll start rolling, sitting, crawling, and maybe even uttering their first words. Soon enough, you'll hear them call you "Mum," and your heart will overflow with joy.
While the first year can be challenging, it's also one of the most precious times in your life. Don't let these moments slip away. Let's document your baby's unique story and preserve your LEGACY.
As your trusted London Newborn Photographer, I'm here to help you freeze these fleeting moments, so you can relive the emotions, joys, and memories for years to come.
Simple. Real. Timeless Images.
Your baby is perfect just as they are - don't you agree?
I don't need props, flowers or buckets to show how beautiful they are. I believe that the most stunning prop a baby can have is the love of their parents. Even if you'd prefer to stay more discreet, I will capture your presence in a way that is both meaningful and heartfelt.
I focus on keeping things beautifully SIMPLE, allowing your baby's natural beauty and the love in your family to shine through.
These timeless images are meant to be cherished and proudly displayed on your walls for generations to come.
Newborn Photoshoot London
Why This Experience Is Right for You
Welcoming a new baby is a life-changing moment, and choosing someone to document that time is a big decision. Since 2010, I’ve had the honour of photographing hundreds of families across London, creating timeless portraits that are treasured for generations. I’d love to do the same for you.
That’s why I’ve created an experience that puts you at the heart of every step.
✔️ You’ll never have to worry about what to do. I’ll guide you gently through the entire process, so you can relax and enjoy the experience.
✔️ Your baby’s comfort and safety are my top priorities. With over 14 years of experience and specialist newborn training, you can feel confident they’re in caring hands.
✔️ Your portraits will reflect your story. Simple, elegant, and natural images you’ll cherish for years to come.
✔️ Your finished artwork will be thoughtfully designed. Created to complement your home and become a lasting legacy for your family.
Let’s make this an experience you’ll love from the very first conversation.
taking maternity photos with Valentina!
We're not natural "photoshoot" people,
but Valentina helped us feel very comfortable throughout.
The end result was amazing,
feels very "us" and we'll treasure the pictures forever .Client Testimonial
A Little Gift for You
I know how quickly this time flies. That’s why I’ve created a free Pregnancy Journal, a simple, beautiful space for you to capture your thoughts, feelings, and memories during this incredible journey.
No matter where you are on your journey, I’d love for you to have this keepsake.
A wonderful experience and so happy with the end result.
This was our first proper outing with our 10-day old son and
Valentina made it such a comfortable and enjoyable session.
We were very keen to have natural shots and delighted with the photos.
Very personal service,
even going as far to drop off the photos to us at home.
Can’t recommend highly enough!
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More Than Just Newborn Photos,
I Tell Your Family's Story
The first days after birth can be both joyous and exhausting, as you and your baby adjust to each other. I’ve been through this journey too, and I know how important it is to find balance, slow down, and savour these fleeting moments.
Visiting my studio might feel like another task on your busy list, but I promise it’s more than that—it’s a chance to slow down, relax with a cup of tea, and maybe even sneak a well-deserved nap while I gently create timeless portraits you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
I love observing the unique connections between parents, the tender love, the joy shared with siblings, and the quiet strength that tells your story. These are the moments that weave together your family’s legacy.
Whether you want to begin your story in pregnancy, celebrate those magical newborn days, or capture baby milestones, I’ll create an experience that makes it all easy, relaxed, and meaningful.
Let’s Tell Your Family Story - Together.
Explore the sessions I offer below and find the perfect fit for your family
Maternity and Newborn Photographer London
Wondering what to expect from your session? You might find the answers you’re looking for on my FAQ Page.
If you’re planning a newborn session, you’ll love this helpful guide: The Ultimate Guide to Booking Your Newborn Photographer. It walks you through everything you need to know to feel fully prepared and confident.
And if you’re still unsure about booking maternity photos, take a look at Unveiling the Truth: Debunking 5 Myths About Maternity Photography. I clear up some of the most common doubts and questions that many mums have when deciding whether maternity portraits are right for them.
of our little girl but she was also the baby whisperer
keeping our baby calm, happy and content
during the photoshoot
Client Testimonial
From Moments to Masterpieces
As a London Maternity and Newborn Photographer, I believe the most meaningful moments deserve to be more than just memories on a screen.
In today’s fast-paced, digital world, it’s easy for those precious photos to get lost on devices or forgotten in folders. But when you choose to print and display your portraits, they become something much more, a daily reminder of your family’s love, connection, and story.
There’s something special about holding a memory in your hands or seeing it displayed in your home.
A framed portrait of your newborn’s tiny features or a maternity photo that celebrates your journey into motherhood isn’t just a picture: it’s a legacy you’ll treasure forever.
Beautiful, printed artwork doesn’t just personalise your space; it becomes part of your family’s story, to be admired now and passed down for generations.
Every piece is designed with care to complement your home and to stand the test of time, because the moments you choose to preserve today will become tomorrow’s most priceless heirlooms.
Valentina is an incredibly talented photographer.
We’ve recently had a newborn photoshoot with her
where she handled our baby with a lot of care during the session.
She went above and beyond to capture an amazing variety of images
and the results speak for themselves.
The photos are stunning, and she offers a great selection of products.
The album we chose is of very high quality.
We’re looking forward to going back to her
to celebrate milestones with our baby.
Vale is a star! Highly recommended!
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Let's Preserve Your Timeless Moments
Together, we’ll turn your family’s most precious milestones into timeless portraits you’ll treasure for generations.
Your journey into parenthood is an incredible story, filled with joy, love, and special moments, but also big changes and challenges as you welcome a new life. Whether it’s the excitement of pregnancy, the sleepy days (and sleepless nights) of newborn cuddles, or your baby’s first milestones, these are memories you’ll want to hold onto forever.
As an experienced Maternity and Newborn Photographer in London, I’m here to help you preserve each chapter of your family’s story with heartfelt portraits that are lovingly captured and beautifully displayed, creating a legacy to treasure for years to come.
Let me tell your story through timeless, heartfelt portraits.
Got more questions?
You might find what you’re looking for on my FAQ Page or simply fill out the form below to get in touch. I’m always happy to chat and help however I can.
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We live in a world where everything is fast, filtered, automated.
Where perfection is polished and every flaw can be edited away in just a click.
But what happens when we pause?
When we slow down…
When we really look?
Not just at the photos, but at ourselves.
This is where the true power of photography lives—not in capturing a perfect image, but in creating space for reflection, for presence, for seeing yourself as you really are.
No filters. No rush. No expectations.
Just you.
In the stillness, the truth becomes louder.
In the quiet, we see what was always there.
Because the answers we’re looking for, the confidence, the worthiness, the values, they’ve been inside us all along.
This is the beginning of Reflections Beyond the Frame. A space for honest conversations. For slowing down. For seeing yourself again.
When was the last time you truly paused to listen to yourself?
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Did you know your newborn might cry, but without actual tear, for their first few weeks?
Even though they definitely make their voices heard (we know those cries well!), their tear ducts are still developing, so you might notice a lot of crying, but no real tears.
It’s completely normal and just another fascinating part of their early days.
Did you already know this? Or do you have another favourite newborn fact? Share it below, I’d love to hear it!
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Model Call: Newborn Session Opportunity
I’m looking for a newborn baby (born after 14th April) to take part in a beautiful session during my 1:1 mentoring.
This is a lovely opportunity to have some precious photographs of your little one, capturing these fleeting early days while also helping me teach and share my approach with another photographer.
As a parent you will receive
a complimentary newborn session
5 beautiful images of your choice as a thank you
the chance to create beautiful memories of your baby’s first days
A few important notes:
both parents (mum and dad) must be available on the 30th of April to be present and included in the photos.
Model release is required, which means the images might be used on my website and social media as well as on the photographer’s platforms.
The session will take place at my cosy studio in Twickenham (SW London), designed to offer a calm and relaxed experience for you and your baby.
If you or someone you know has recently welcomed a little one and might be interested, please send me a DM or an email to vale@photographybyvalentina.com
I’d love to share more details with you!
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As a small business owner, we’re told to show up, to be visible, to build a personal brand.
As small business owners, we’re told to show up, stay visible, and build our personal brand.
And on social media? It can feel like everyone else is always on: always networking, always glowing, always travelling, always achieving.
Perfect homes. Perfect outfits. Perfect nails.
Even rest has to look productive and aesthetic.
But here’s the truth I’m holding onto lately:
Not everything needs to be loud to be meaningful.
Sometimes, we need to go quiet to make space for what really matters.
I’ve been a little quieter here - not because I’ve disappeared, but because I’ve been working on something really special (my book is getting so close!!)...
And also giving myself the gift of slowing down and reconnecting with what matters most.
This is your gentle reminder that stepping back is still moving forward.
And you’re allowed to do the same.
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Coming soon to toy stores near you... not really. But imagine!
Introducing the Valentina action figure:
Wearing the classic jeans + white tee combo
Armed with a Canon camera (obviously)
Comes with accessories like a laptop, lit candle (for vibes), white orchid (because aesthetics matter), AND my real-life Labrador sidekick
Mood: somewhere between “let’s create magic” and “I need chocolate.”
Honestly, this was such a fun little thing to try and kinda hilarious to see myself as a 3D mini-me! 🙈
But behind the toy box, there’s a real woman who’s spent years telling stories through photos. Helping mums feel beautiful. Cheering on women rediscovering their confidence.
Freezing the messy, emotional, magical in-between moments that make life what it is.
And while I don’t come in packaging (thank goodness, can you imagine the plastic hair??), I do show up with camera in hand and music in the background, ready to turn your moments into something timeless.
So tell me… if YOU were an action figure, what would your accessories be?
Mine better come with a never-ending SD card.
PS. My daughter said the figurine looks like an Oompa Loompa.
I might have laughed a little too hard… mostly because she’s not wrong.
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These photos?
They were taken minutes after she told me everything she didn’t like about herself.
And yet… look at her.
Strong. Present.
Fully seen.
So many of the women I photograph say the same things before we begin
“I’m not photogenic.”
“I don’t like how I look.”
“I just want to hide.”
We’ve been taught to shrink.
To criticise before we’re criticised.
To see ourselves through the lens of judgement, instead of truth.
But what if we could rewrite that story?
That’s why I created the Women Empowering Session, to give voice to the powerful woman who’s already in you. You don’t have to become someone else. You just have to see her.
And if you want to start this journey gently,
I created something for you: The Empowered Woman’s Manifesto. A loving reminder of who you are beneath all the noise.
DM me manifesto and I’ll send you the link.
Tell me, what part of yourself are you learning to celebrate?
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