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2 Last month I went to Hammersmith, in London, to meet this mom-to-be and capture some maternity photos.

I shared it a few weeks ago as a sneak peek from a recent maternity photography session.

Maternity Photographer Hammersmith, London

photo from above of a pregnant mum sitting within a bed of red leaves

Aren’t these red leaves stunning?

Last month I went to Hammersmith, in London, to meet this mom-to-be and capture some maternity photos.

It was a beautiful warm day with a blue sky, quite unusual for the London weather 😉 We went for a walk along the river and got some photos there before moving to the park. I love outdoor locations for couples and families. Being outside and enjoying a walk allow everyone to relax and to look more natural in the photos as well.

The best time for maternity photography is between the 28th and the 34th week when the belly is showing nicely and mum is still not too tired and doesn’t risk getting into labour! This mum was around 33 weeks. I always suggest arranging the maternity session around this time or anyway before the 35th week especially if you are planning a photoshoot in a park. When we are on location we walk quite a bit to find the best place or to get to a quiet area where there are not many people. Of course, we take breaks for mum to relax but the more pregnant you are the harder it gets 😉

Here are some photos from the maternity session.

Now I’m looking forward to meeting the little girl!!

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close up of a pregnant belly

If you are thinking about documenting your pregnancy, please feel free to check out my maternity portfolio. 

I offer both location and studio shoots depending on what your preference is. Getting in touch and booking the session after your 20th-week scan is the best time.

If you want to have a chat you can contact me via email or call me on 07577 978246.

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“Colour is descriptive. Black and white is interpretive.” — Elliott Erwitt

Sometimes, the quietest images speak the loudest.

Stripped back. Soft. Honest.

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“Colour is descriptive. Black and white is interpretive.” — Elliott Erwitt Sometimes, the quietest images speak the loudest. 
Stripped back. Soft. Honest. #blackandwhitephotography #maternityphotography #pregnancyphotos #londonmaternityphotographer #minimalportrait #timelessphotos #pregnancyphotography

Why do we close our eyes when we cry, when we kiss, when we dream?

Because the most beautiful things in life aren’t always visible.
They’re felt. Held. Remembered by the heart.

But sometimes, a photograph can bring them back,not just the image, but the feeling.
Of who you were in that moment.
What you were carrying.
What you were becoming.

That’s what I love most about this work.
Not just capturing how you looked, but how it felt to be her.

If you’re ready to remember your moment, not just see it, I’ll be here.

When you’re ready to feel, I’ll be here.

#ReflectionsBeyondTheFrame #londonpregnancyphotographer #londonpregnancyphotos#PhotographyWithHeart #MotherhoodUnfiltered #MaternityPhotography #photographyforthesoul #londonmaternityphotographer

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Why do we close our eyes when we cry, when we kiss, when we dream? Because the most beautiful things in life aren’t always visible. They’re felt. Held. Remembered by the heart. But sometimes, a photograph can bring them back,not just the image, but the feeling. Of who you were in that moment. What you were carrying. What you were becoming. That’s what I love most about this work. Not just capturing how you looked, but how it felt to be her. If you’re ready to remember your moment, not just see it, I’ll be here. 
When you’re ready to feel, I’ll be here. #ReflectionsBeyondTheFrame #londonpregnancyphotographer #londonpregnancyphotos#PhotographyWithHeart #MotherhoodUnfiltered #MaternityPhotography #photographyforthesoul #londonmaternityphotographer

Pregnancy is a strange, sacred in-between.

You’re not who you were.

Not yet who you’ll become.

And this space - the one where your body stretches to hold more than just a baby, but also new versions of you - deserves to be remembered.

Because this won’t last.

Not the exact shape.

Not the closeness.

Not the stillness before everything changes.

This is a moment that won’t return.

But it can still be held.

And that’s what I love most about what I do.

#MaternityPhotography #PregnancyJourney #HonestMotherhood #ReflectionsBeyondTheFrame #LondonMaternityPhotographer #MotherhoodUnfiltered #pregnancyjourney #pregnancyshoot #MomentsThatMatter #becomingamother

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Pregnancy is a strange, sacred in-between. 
You’re not who you were. 
Not yet who you’ll become. And this space - the one where your body stretches to hold more than just a baby, but also new versions of you - deserves to be remembered. Because this won’t last. 
Not the exact shape. 
Not the closeness. 
Not the stillness before everything changes. This is a moment that won’t return. 
But it can still be held. 
And that’s what I love most about what I do. #MaternityPhotography #PregnancyJourney #HonestMotherhood #ReflectionsBeyondTheFrame #LondonMaternityPhotographer #MotherhoodUnfiltered #pregnancyjourney #pregnancyshoot #MomentsThatMatter #becomingamother

At 44, I’ve finally realised…

The more I see myself, the more I want to

When I took these self-portraits, it felt like peeling back a layer.

Not to become someone else, but to finally meet the version of me that’s been waiting.

The creative blur, the movement, the softness… it all made space.

To explore.
To play.
To let go.

And in that letting go, I found something I didn’t expect: joy, curiosity. Maybe even tenderness.

We dread photos sometimes, maybe because we’re not used to really looking.

A mirror shows you a flipped reflection.
But a photograph?

It shows you how the world sees you.

And sometimes, you realise… you like her.

If this speaks to you, save it, share it, or just sit with it for a moment.

Let it be your invitation to see yourself, too.

#londonphotographer #londonportraitphotographer
#ReflectionsBeyondTheFrame #EmpoweredThroughPhotography #LettingGo #PhotographyAsHealing #SelfPortraitSeries #VisualJournaling #ThisIs44

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At 44, I’ve finally realised… 
The more I see myself, the more I want to When I took these self-portraits, it felt like peeling back a layer. 
Not to become someone else, but to finally meet the version of me that’s been waiting. The creative blur, the movement, the softness… it all made space. 
To explore. To play. To let go. 
And in that letting go, I found something I didn’t expect: joy, curiosity. Maybe even tenderness. We dread photos sometimes, maybe because we’re not used to really looking. 
A mirror shows you a flipped reflection.
But a photograph? 
It shows you how the world sees you. 
And sometimes, you realise… you like her. If this speaks to you, save it, share it, or just sit with it for a moment. 
Let it be your invitation to see yourself, too. #londonphotographer #londonportraitphotographer #ReflectionsBeyondTheFrame #EmpoweredThroughPhotography #LettingGo #PhotographyAsHealing #SelfPortraitSeries #VisualJournaling #ThisIs44

It’s not magic, it’s practice, rhythm, and a little bit of baby whispering.

After 14+ years photographing newborns, there are a few go-to soothing tricks I use at every session to help babies feel calm, safe, and sleepy.

Here are some of my favourites:

Swaddling for that womb-like comfort.

Gentle side holding or tummy time to ease any tension.

The classic “shhhh”, because sound really matters (apps help too!)

Rocking or soft movement (bonus if you hum)

Sucking for comfort and calm (dummy or feeding)

Ooohh want a bonus one?
A slow stroke on the baby’s forehead. Works like a charm.

Every baby is different, but these almost always help settle the mood.

Tag a parent who’s in the newborn phase (and could use a little calm today).

#londonnewbornphotographer #londonnewbornshoot #NewbornTips #BabySoothing #ParentingSupport #NewParentHack #LifeWithABaby #SoothingTechniques #FourthTrimester

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It’s not magic, it’s practice, rhythm, and a little bit of baby whispering. After 14+ years photographing newborns, there are a few go-to soothing tricks I use at every session to help babies feel calm, safe, and sleepy. Here are some of my favourites: Swaddling for that womb-like comfort. 
Gentle side holding or tummy time to ease any tension. 
The classic “shhhh”, because sound really matters (apps help too!) 
Rocking or soft movement (bonus if you hum) 
Sucking for comfort and calm (dummy or feeding) Ooohh want a bonus one?
A slow stroke on the baby’s forehead. Works like a charm. Every baby is different, but these almost always help settle the mood. Tag a parent who’s in the newborn phase (and could use a little calm today). #londonnewbornphotographer #londonnewbornshoot #NewbornTips #BabySoothing #ParentingSupport #NewParentHack #LifeWithABaby #SoothingTechniques #FourthTrimester

She didn’t come to this session unsure.

She already knew me—she’d trusted me with her maternity and newborn sessions. But this time was different.

This time was for her.

She came knowing who she is and ready to celebrate it.

In her 40s, she’s found more confidence, more clarity, and a deeper appreciation for what matters most.

She spoke of embracing self-love, shedding insecurities, and living with humour and presence.

“I decided to do something for me… I wasn’t expecting to enjoy it this much.”

And that’s what this experience is really about.
Not becoming someone else, but returning to yourself.

Playful. Strong. Present. Real.

This is what it looks like to take up space.

To honour your story.

To say: “This is me. And I’m proud of her.”

What would a session just for you look like? What would it feel like to step in front of the lens, just as you are?

If you’ve been thinking about it…this is your sign to say yes to yourself. ✨

Empowering women, London portrait photographer for women, women over 40, confidence through photography, celebrate yourself, photography as healing #ResetWithReelsChallenge3

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She didn’t come to this session unsure. She already knew me—she’d trusted me with her maternity and newborn sessions. But this time was different. This time was for her. She came knowing who she is and ready to celebrate it. In her 40s, she’s found more confidence, more clarity, and a deeper appreciation for what matters most. 
She spoke of embracing self-love, shedding insecurities, and living with humour and presence. “I decided to do something for me… I wasn’t expecting to enjoy it this much.” And that’s what this experience is really about.
Not becoming someone else, but returning to yourself. 
Playful. Strong. Present. Real. This is what it looks like to take up space. 
To honour your story. 
To say: “This is me. And I’m proud of her.” What would a session just for you look like? What would it feel like to step in front of the lens, just as you are? If you’ve been thinking about it…this is your sign to say yes to yourself. ✨ Empowering women, London portrait photographer for women, women over 40, confidence through photography, celebrate yourself, photography as healing #ResetWithReelsChallenge3

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