Brighton Family Photographer

Natural Family, Newborn & Maternity Photography in Brighton, Hove & Sussex.

Candid natural family portraits at Brighton and Hove beach. Unposed award-winning family photography in Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Chichester and across Sussex.

Capturing Real Family Moments Across Brighton, Hove & Sussex

I’m a Brighton family photographer specialising in natural, joyful family, newborn, and maternity photography across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex.

From relaxed outdoor family photoshoots to in-home newborn sessions and authentic maternity portraits, I capture the little moments and interactions that make your family uniquely yours.

Sussex award-winning family photographer, portrait, unposed, lifestyle, of sisters throwing Spring blossom in the air in Preston Park in Brighton.

Hove family photographer capturing boy on the slide in Hove Park, East Sussex. Documentary-style family portraits in Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Chichester and across Sussex.

Sussex candid family photography, portrait of parents and their sons taken during a walk in the South Downs, West Sussex.

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Relaxed Family & Newborn Photography in Brighton & Sussex

I create a photography experience for families in Brighton, Hove, and across Sussex that feels effortless and natural.

Whether it’s a relaxed outdoor family photoshoot, an in-home newborn session, or a maternity portrait, my focus is on capturing real connection, everyday moments, and the little details that make your family uniquely yours.

Let’s be honest: being photographed can feel a little strange, especially if it’s not something you do often. But these moments matter - your people, your memories, your everyday life in Brighton and beyond deserve to be documented.

My job is to remove any awkwardness so you can simply relax. When you feel comfortable, your images become natural, honest, and true to you - exactly as they should be.

In-home newborn portrait of baby boy with mother and dog in Brighton, Hove, Sussex.

Lifestyle family portrait in black and white of girl taken by award-winning Brighton family photographer. Sussex family photography, natural, relaxed and joyful.

Meet Irma - Your Brighton Family Photographer

Hi, I’m Irma - a Brighton & Hove based family, newborn, and maternity photographer. I capture natural, connected moments across Brighton, Hove, and Sussex.

Over the past five years, I’ve documented families, creating photographs that reflect real connections and personalities.

I specialise in relaxed family, newborn, and maternity sessions, focusing on authentic moments and the little interactions that make your family unique.

My aim is simple: to create honest, timeless portraits you’ll enjoy for years.

Professional family photographer Irma Arrowsmith, based in Brighton & Hove, Sussex.

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Whether you’re celebrating the arrival of your newborn baby or want to capture the joy of family life as it grows and changes, I’ll come to you, at home, on the beach, or wherever feels most like your place.

Award-winning newborn photographer Brighton with her own daughter Ivy. Natural at home newborn photography in Brighton & Hove and all across Sussex.

WHY Sussex FAMILIES CHOOSE ME

✔️ No Studio, No Stress. I come to you, so everyone stays relaxed and real

✔️ Baby-Led & Child-Friendly. Sessions move at your pace, with plenty of breaks and play

✔️ Natural, Artistic, Documentary Style. No stiff posing or props, just honest, beautiful storytelling

✔️ Authentic Memories. Family photographs that capture feeling, not just faces

“Thank you so much for the photoshoot we had such as great time- you made us feel so comfortable throughout the session and it shows in the photos. I watched the video with Riz this morning and I just burst into tears (joyful tears!) You captured our everyday moments and made them so special- we love the photos so much! Yay I finally have some nice picture with all four of us- truly special”
Rosalind P. - Brighton
“Irma joined us at my mother's 90th birthday celebration. We wanted to capture the occasion for all of us but particularly for my mother, to remember this special day. We had family members from the ages of 1 to 90 and we couldn't be happier with Irma's photos. We had asked for a mix of informal photos and more formal groups and both are perfect. She has captured the sense of fun and celebration and we all have photos that we will treasure.”
Julia A. - Sussex
“Irma was a delight to work with. She responded quickly to our enquiry and scheduled a photoshoot that fit with our schedule. She put us at complete ease and captured treasured memories that we will cherish for a lifetime. Nothing was too much for her and we look forward to marking more milestones further down the line.”
Zaza B. - Hove

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Photography Sessions Across Brighton & Sussex

Every session is designed to feel relaxed and effortless, letting you enjoy the moment while we capture the connections that make your family special.

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Brighton family photographer capturing a young girl with long hair smiling, standing in a field of flowers and plants, with trees in the background.

Family Photography in Brighton & Sussex

Natural outdoor family photoshoots in Brighton, Hove, and Sussex. I focus on real interactions and everyday moments to create honest portraits your family can enjoy for years.

Brighton lifestyle newborn photography, a woman holding a sleeping baby close to her face, gently pressing her forehead to the baby's head in a warm embrace.

In-Home Newborn Photography in Brighton & Sussex

Relaxed in-home newborn sessions in Brighton, Hove, and Sussex. I capture the small details and natural moments between you and your baby in a calm, comfortable environment.

Brighton maternity photographer capturing pregnant woman sitting in a wicker chair, wearing a black blazer and underwear, looking thoughtfully out the window.

Natural Maternity Photography in Brighton & Sussex

Maternity sessions in Brighton, Hove, and Sussex, focused on natural, timeless images. I capture the connection and atmosphere of this special time without forcing poses.

Sussex family photographer capturing portrait of family of five in Preston Park Rocky Gardens on a Summer day. Posing on stones in water.

A woman holding a young child and giving a kiss on the lips outdoors, in black and white. Natural family photography in Brighton and Hove, Sussex.

Photography for Families Across Brighton, Hove & Sussex

Based in Brighton & Hove, I work with families across Sussex, including Hove, Shoreham-by-Sea, Worthing, Lewes, and the surrounding areas. I often photograph outdoor sessions in favourite local spots like Preston Park, Hove Park, Stanmer Park, and along Hove Beach.

Whether it’s a relaxed family photoshoot, an in-home newborn session, or a maternity portrait, my approach is always natural and relaxed. I focus on capturing real connections and the little moments that make your family unique.

From The Lanes in Brighton to the South Downs, every session is tailored to you and your family in locations that feel familiar and comfortable.