Family Photoshoots & Lifestyle Sessions

It started with a smile...

Family photography is one of those things you don’t realise how much you love until you’re holding the framed picture in your hands. I love capturing authentic giggles, a cheeky smile, the family cuddles and group shots, and all the unstaged moments in between.

After each session I sort through all the images and carefully edit them, and deliver them to you in your own private (passworded) gallery that you can share with friends and family. From the gallery you have the option or ordering prints and framed products from the exceptional quality photo lab Loxley Colour. Of course, you can choose to print at home.

I am an aunty to two seriously cool boys, one adorable girl and enjoy hanging out with all my friends little ones. Kids and adults LOVE my photoshoots, often commenting how natural and at ease I make them feel in front of the camera.

Everyone's story is different, so lets meet up and let my camera capture yours..

— Julia x

Family Photoshoots

A Summer's Evening Maternity Session
A family holding hands and playing together in a sunlit field with tall grass.
A tender moment between parent and child in golden sunlight against natural foliage.
A family portrait outdoors with sun-dappled trees and golden fields in the background.
West Wittering Beach Family Photos
Family running on beach dunes with their black dog on a sunny day.
Family relaxing together on wooden beach bench with ocean and pier in background.
Casual family beach portrait on wooden bench with ocean view.
Family East Head Sand Dune Adventures
Family and dog walking together at low tide on a misty beach.
Family relaxing on sandy beach dunes with their dog on a bright day.
A heartwarming moment captured on a beach with dune grass and soft lighting.
Sunset Sand Dune Session
A peaceful scene of people sitting among beach dunes and grass at sunset.
A beach family portrait with dunes and sea grass on a sunny summer day.
Two children playing and laughing together in sandy beach dunes.
Woodland Bluebell Photoshoot
Two people sharing a playful moment in a woodland filled with bluebells.
Friends relaxing on a fallen log in a bluebell-covered spring forest.
Playful poses around a massive old tree trunk with gnarly branches and roots.
East Wittering Beach Family Photos
Small child in polka dot outfit sitting happily on a pebble beach by the ocean.
Multi-generational family gathering for a portrait on a sunny beach day.
Family walking together along the shoreline on a bright beach day.
April Bluebell Photoshoot
A baby sits among vibrant purple bluebells in a spring garden wearing a light colored outfit.
A family group sits together on grass surrounded by springtime bluebells in a wooded setting.
A small child in a purple cardigan smells purple bluebells while standing in a flower-filled woodland.
Fun Family Photos at Bosham
A group sits together on a white wooden garden bench on a sunny summer day.
A pair poses together outdoors against a sunny yellow-green garden background.
Four children sit in a row on a log, wearing casual summer clothes and sharing laughs together.
Family Photoshoot at East Head, West Wittering
A couple sits relaxing together in coastal sand dunes on a sunny day.
A family walks hand-in-hand along a beach with ocean and blue sky in the background.
A pair share joyful laughter while sitting in tall grass on a sunny day.

Julia, the photos are absolutely gorgeous. Exactly what I wanted. Thank you so much.

— Mary

Couples & Pets

A Morning at West Wittering Beach
A couple sits together on a seaside bench with a pebble beach and ocean view behind them.
A couple relaxes together on sandy beach dunes with grass during a sunny day photoshoot.
Two people stroll along a vast empty beach with blue skies and a horse in the distance.
A Fun West Wittering Beach Hut Photoshoot
Two people joyfully jumping in the air on an empty beach with clear blue skies.
A couple shares a happy moment on a beach house porch during a sunny day.
Two people stand together watching the sunset over the ocean on a sandy beach.
Horses at Sunset on East Wittering Beach
Two riders on horseback create an arch with their arms during sunset on the beach.
A person rides horseback with arms spread wide along the ocean shore at sunset.
A person in white dress rides a chestnut horse along the beach at sunset.
Engagement Photoshoot in Bosham
A couple sits on grass with their Jack Russell terrier dog during a sunny outdoor photoshoot.
A couple shares an intimate moment leaning against a tree by the water.
Couple relaxing under a large oak tree in a serene garden setting on a sunny summer day.
A Photoshoot at Home in the Garden
Person sitting in wooden garden chair with small black dog in beautiful garden setting.
Elderly couple and small dog relaxing in their lush backyard garden.
Senior couple enjoying a colorful garden filled with blooming flowers in summertime.

Julia made our day extra special by making sure she became a part of it. The photos blew us away and she was so easy to work with every step of the way, can’t recommend her enough!

— Keshira A.

Maternity Photoshoots

Sunset Maternity Session at the Beach
Figure in flowing white dress walking along beach shoreline at sunset.
Silhouette of pregnant figure on beach at sunset casting long shadow on sand.
Close-up of pregnant belly with shadows of leaves cast across bare skin.
Bump Photos in Your Home
Maternity portrait by window showing pregnant silhouette in patterned kimono.
Artistic maternity photo showing hands forming heart shape over pregnant belly.
Ethereal maternity photo with white lace robe and natural window light.

Julia, we absolutely love the photos. You have captured some real 'magic moments.' Thank you.

— Raoul

Newborn Baby Sessions

New Baby Session at Home
Parent and baby in pink hat share sweet moment on white bedding.
Baby wearing a pink knit hat with pom pom ears lies on soft white blanket.
Parent and baby share a joyful moment together against white wall background.
Family Photos on the Farm
Family sits together in rustic hay bale setting during outdoor photo session.
Baby lying on tummy on white blanket looking directly at camera.
Mother and baby share tender moment in garden with pink flowers in background.
Baby's First Beach Photoshoot at East Wittering Beach
People stand beside yellow and white striped beach hut on grassy area.
Family sits on pebble beach watching waves crash on shore.
Family poses together against yellow and white striped wall background.

I look through your beautiful photos every single day from our shoot. We love them, you are amazing at your job!

— Alexandra

Small Events & Parties

A Family Gathering in West Wittering
A family poses together outdoors in front of lush greenery on a sunny day.
Extended family portrait in a garden with blooming cherry blossoms and spring flowers.
Family of four posing under a wooden garden pergola with green foliage.
Children running and jumping on a grassy lawn with hedges and blue sky in the background.
Large group sits on garden bench surrounded by blooming flowers and greenery.
A tender outdoor portrait with spring cherry blossoms blooming in the background.
Smash The Cake Photoshoot
A baby wearing a unicorn headband and pink tutu dress at a colorful birthday celebration.
A birthday celebration scene with a small dog exploring a smashed cake amid colorful decorations.
A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel stands on a cake surrounded by pink balloons and party decorations.
Special Anniversary Party in Chichester
Couple celebrating a 50th anniversary event with silver balloon decorations.
Two seniors in formal attire sharing drinks and laughing at an elegant indoor celebration.
Two senior ladies sharing a joyful moment while holding drinks at a social gathering.
Christening in Bosham
Family gathering inside a historic church with gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
Couple standing together inside a church with stained glass windows and stone architecture.
Extended family gathering on church steps with beautiful vaulted ceiling and organ pipes visible.
A Midsummer's Hen Party
A group of friends pose with a pink banner during an outdoor celebration.
Friends gathered for a group photo in formal attire on a sunny afternoon.
A tender moment captured outdoors with golden sunlight filtering through trees.
A group of friends in elegant dresses pose together on a sunny lawn.
Friends sharing laughter during an outdoor celebration in black dresses.
Four friends in stylish dresses pose together on a sunny lawn with trees in the background.

Julia came to our home and took some lovely photos of us for a special occasion. She was very nice to work with and got us to relax.

— John c.

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