NEWBORN
NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER ESHER SURREY
Welcome to my natural light garden studio
This is a pause in your day, a calm space where your family can simply be, and the early moments of your story are recorded naturally.
My goal is to capture the small, quiet details — the tiny hands and feet, the yawns and stretches, the tender connections between you and your baby — in a way that feels natural and authentic.
In my garden studio, filled with soft natural light, time slows. It’s a sanctuary where feeds, cuddles, and gentle pauses are part of the process, and the session unfolds at your baby’s pace.
Is my newborn photography experience right for you?
My shoots are for parents who want more than a set of posed, studio snapshots.
You want to capture your baby as they truly are — curious, expressive, and full of their own little personality — and to be part of the story, too
You might be a first-time parent, a parent who’s navigated a long journey here, or simply someone who values slowing down to notice and preserve these fleeting early days.
My approach is gentle, unrushed, and baby-led — designed for families who want to be in the picture, feel at ease, and leave with images that carry the love, tenderness, and authenticity of this time.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Newborn Studio Photography Sessions
The early days with a newborn can feel overwhelming as much as they are beautiful.
You’re in it completely. The feeds, the cuddles, the tiredness, and yet, before you know it, it’s already changing.
Sometimes, when you’re in the middle of it, it’s hard to fully see what’s there. Many parents don’t realise how much they’ll want to return to this time.
These photographs allow you to hold onto this time, to return to it, and to remember the love and connection that was there.
NEWBORN PHOTOSHOOT FLOW
How We Work Together
Sessions are baby-led. We follow your little one’s cues, allowing space for feeds, cuddles, stretches, yawns, and all the tiny details that make this season so precious.
Parents are involved in the session. Whether holding your baby or simply being present on the sofa with a hot drink, you are part of the story.
I guide gently throughout, offering reassurance and subtle direction when needed, stepping back when it’s not. Everyone is welcome at their own pace. As a mum of three, with a deep understanding of newborn sleep, rhythms and cues, I’m always there to help things settle, and many parents find they pick up a few helpful tips along the way, too.
Sessions are generous, typically 2–2.5 hours, with up to 3 hours allocated. The early days between 7–14 days are often ideal for those sleepy, curled-up images, but I photograph newborns well beyond this, all the way through to around 4 months.
By the end of the session, you’ll have experienced a pause in your day, time to connect, and photographs that reflect the love and quiet magic of these early days.
Rachel captured the most amazing and special photos of our son. The shoot was really chilled and the studio is so beautiful. We had a lovely time and were made to feel very welcome by Rachel. Once we received the final gallery just a week after the shoot, we were totally blown away with the images. They were beyond fabulous and exceeded my expectations two-fold.
Thank you, Rachel.
NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY PRODUCTS
Collections & Keepsakes
My session fee, taken at the time of booking, is £150 for a weekday session including individual and family portraits. Your session fee includes pre-session consultation, beautifully prepared Session & Client Wardrobe Guide sent in advance, and access to the studio wardrobe — all designed to help you feel relaxed and prepared. After your session, you’ll choose a collection that feels right for you, from a small curated selection of digital images to full galleries and beautiful prints.
Essential Collection
£395
✦Your favourite ten images as high and low resolution for print/web use sent by download
✦Custom mobile portrait app for one year so you can keep your portraits handy to view and share with others
*most popular*
Signature Collection
£595
✦Your favourite twenty images as high and low resolution for print/web use sent by download
✦Custom mobile portrait app for one year so you can keep your portraits handy to view and share with others
✦HD Cinematic slideshow including your chosen images in a beautiful video
✦£50 print credit for use in my online shop (minimum spend of £100 applies)
Complete Collection
£795
✦All of your images (minimum fifty) as high and low resolution for print/web use sent by download
✦Custom mobile portrait app for one year so you can keep your portraits handy to view and share with others
✦HD Cinematic slideshow including all of your images in a beautiful video
✦£50 print credit for use in my online shop (minimum spend of £100 applies)
✦£50 credit towards a future session with me (to be booked within 12 months)
✦When purchased in advance Complete Collection clients are eligible for a Priority Edit, receiving your proof gallery within 7-10 days (instead of the usual 14-21 days)
Upon receipt of your final gallery, you will receive access to my personal online shop where you can purchase beautiful wall art, prints, and so much more. Additional digital images and upgrades are available, along with options to include extended family, pets, or special elements for a small additional fee.
Book a free connection call
Those early days move so quickly, and booking your newborn photography session can feel like one more thing on a long list. A short connection call gives us space to talk through how my newborn sessions work, answer your questions, and help you feel completely at ease before your little one arrives.
When you’re ready, reach out to explore a newborn photo session.
We’ll talk through your hopes, answer questions, and plan a newborn shoot that feels natural and calm for your family.
I know it can feel overwhelming — leaving the house with a newborn, worrying if your baby will settle, wondering if your toddler or partner will cooperate, or if you’ll feel confident in front of the camera. It’s okay to feel that way.
My sessions are designed to remove the pressure. This is space to simply be. No expectations, just presence.
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