Did you know I am BANPAS member?

I’m so excited to share this news with you! From today I’m officially a member of Banpas as a newborn photographer London

BANPAS stands for Baby and Newborn Photography Association.

If you are expecting  a little baby (many CONGRATULATIONS!!) I will suggest browsing through their website because there is a lot of useful information about finding a photographer, the right time to book, what you could expect from a photography session  . . . and more.

This association promotes safe working practices in newborn photography and is dedicated to ensuring that the baby’s comfort and safety take priority whilst the photographers create beautiful images for parents to treasure.

BANPAS members are amongst the leading baby and newborn photographers.

You have to submit a number of photographs to prove the quality of the work and also multiple photos used for composite images.

BANPAS really helps its photographers in the business by providing continuous training and seminars and I am proud of been a member of this association for the past 2 years. You can see my personal profile by clicking here.

What does this mean for you?

Well, you can rest assured that I will handle your little baby with all the care and knowledge I learnt through the years. Photographing babies requires several skills that go beyond photography itself.

I think finding the right photographer is really important. It’s an essential step towards building a strong rapport and achieving stunning photo results. I highly recommend sitting down for a coffee together before the session. It’s an excellent opportunity for us to connect on a personal level, fostering a sense of relaxation and comfort that truly shines during the actual shoot. You are welcome to visit my studio in Twickenham, West London, so you can see the environment and we can get to know each other.

banpas newborn photographer London- collage of newborn photos

If you are interested in a newborn shoot, start looking at my newborn photography page to check my work. If you fill out the form you find there, I can give you a call and we can start to chat.

If you feel social, please connect with me on Instagram.

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I’m looking for a newborn (born after 1st July) to model for a 1:1 training session in my studio on Wednesday 16th July – morning only.

Both parents need to be available at the session and comfortable signing a model release, as the images will be used for portfolio and promotional purposes. (No siblings, pets or extended family on this occasion, it's just baby and parents)

This is a lovely opportunity to enjoy a complimentary professional newborn session (value £290) and receive some beautiful photographs of your new baby.

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 DM me or email vale@photographybyvalentina.com – I’d love to share more details with you!

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    07577 978246

    LONDON NEWBORN & MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

    BASED NEAR RICHMOND - TWICKENHAM