Meet Valentina: Your Maternity and Newborn Photographer
"Yesterday's the past, tomorrow's the future, but today is a gift.
That's why it's called the present"
Hello, and welcome to my world of capturing beautiful moments.
My name is Valentina, and I'm more than just a London Maternity and Newborn Photographer; I'm your Partner in preserving the extraordinary journey of Motherhood.
MOTHERHOOD is a journey filled with ups and downs, joys and sorrows. It's a path that unveils your superpowers, and yes, you are a MUM now, with a remarkable strength that deserves to be celebrated every day.
For me, a photograph is more than just an image. It is a memory, a story, an emotion, a moment that would otherwise fade into the past. Capturing the most precious moments in YOUR family life is not just my profession; it's what fills my heart.
I believe in Love and Family.
Perhaps it's my Italian heritage, but I firmly believe in the power of love and family. That's why I adore working with families like yours when emotions are at their peak. It's why I'm so passionate about my work.
Through my lens, I seek out the beauty in REAL EMOTIONS: the enchantment of your expecting belly, the connection with your partner, the pure love as you gaze at your newborn, the pride in your growing family, and the simple joy of being with your baby. A baby that in just a few weeks won't fit in your arms in the same way.
Your Worries, My Expertise
I understand your worries - the fear that your baby won't sleep, the concern about accidents without nappies, or the toddler who won't sit still.
Please, let me shoulder those concerns for you. With over a decade of experience, I know how to soothe fussy babies, my studio is equipped for any little accidents, and I have a few tricks up my sleeve to engage even the most energetic of siblings.
And yes, I know the weight of self-consciousness you might carry, but being in these photos with your baby is a gift you're giving to your future self. In 20 or 30 years, these photos together will be priceless, and it's my mission to ensure you look and feel fabulous in them.
I PROMISE I will take good care of you all.
So, after feeding your baby, all you need to do is settle down with a cup of tea, sink into your favourite spot on the sofa, and relish this emotional experience.
I am a portrait photographer and I freeze the time for mums.
Allow me to do the same for you by capturing the most incredible photos of you and your baby.
Let's embark on this journey together and create lasting memories that will forever adorn your home and heart.
AWARDS
I'm a maternity and newborn photographer based in the vibrant heart of London, near charming Richmond.
With over 13 years of experience, I've honed my craft and collected accolades along this beautiful journey.
My photographic style is all about simplicity. I believe in capturing the pure essence of your little one without distractions or over-the-top props. It's about emotions, connections, and genuine moments that tell a story.
In my studio, we embrace white backdrops and minimal props to keep the focus where it matters most—on your beautiful newborn and the love that surrounds them.
Sept 2023 - Image feature in Photo Vogue - part of breastfeeding project
July 2023 - Image feature in Photo Vogue - part of breastfeeding project
June 2023 - Image feature in Photo Vogue - part of breastfeeding project
June 2023 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Pregnancy & Baby
April 2023- Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Children
Jan 2023 - The Portrait Masters - Bronze with Distinction - Contemporary Portrait
Jan 2023 - SWPP - Image award - Highly commended - Newborn
Sept 2022 - The Portrait Masters - Bronze - Newborn Portrait
Sept 2022 - The Portrait Masters - Bronze - Maternity Portrait
2022 - Most Innovative Newborn & Baby Photographer - Greater LondonEnterprise Awards 2022
2021 - Best Maternity & Newborn Photography Specialist London - UK Enterprise Awards 2021
2020 - Best Newborn Photographer - London awarded by European Enterprise Awards
November 2020 - Most Compassionate Newborn Photographer - London awarded by LuxLife Magazine
May 2020 - SWPP - Image award - Highly commended - Family and Group Portrait
2019 - Parent & Baby Awards by Lux Life- Best Natural New Family Photography Services - London
Jan 2018 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Children
Dec 2017 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Pregnancy & Baby
Nov 2017 - Image award by the NPS - Gold - Pregnancy & Baby category
May 2017 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Pregnancy & Baby category
May 2017 - The Baby and Newborn Photography Network - Pro Member
May 2017 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Children
Feb 2017 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Pregnancy & Baby
Feb 2017 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Children
Jan 2017 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Children
Dec 2016 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Pregnancy & Baby
Dec 2016 - Image award by the NPS - Highly commended - Portrait
Nov 2016 - SWPP - Image award - Highly commended - Newborn
Nov 2016 - SWPP - Image award - Gold - Digital art
Sept 2016 - SWPP - Image award - Gold - Maternity
Sept 2016 - SWPP - Image award - Gold - Bump to Baby
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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!
#FunFact #NewbornLife #BabyFacts #NewbornPhotography #MumLife
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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#femaleentrepreneur #fentrepreneur
#behindthescenes
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.
#womenwithcameras #photographerlife #empoweringwomen #londonphotographer #smallbusinessfun #actionfigureenergy
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?
#theempoweredwoman #selfworth #bodyimagehealing #over40andfabulous #photographyforwomen #youareenough #confidencejourney #womenempoweringwomen #londonportraitphotographer
