Dulwich Newborn Photographer

Award-winning in-home Newborn Photography in East Dulwich, SE22, SE21, and across South East London

Natural, baby-led newborn photography at your home in East Dulwich, Dulwich Village, Peckham, Herne Hill and across SE22, SE21.

I come to you - no need to leave home with a days-old baby.

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These aren’t just pictures, they’re memories you’ll return to again and again.

Newborns grow so quickly, and these first days are precious. I document the little gestures, sleepy stretches, and tender connections. Calm, honest, and timeless portraits in your home or favourite space.

meet your Dulwich newborn photographer.

Hi, I’m Irma, an award-winning family & newborn photographer.

I create natural, storytelling images that reflect who you are as a family.

Areas I Cover:

I regularly photograph newborns throughout:

- East Dulwich (SE22)

- Dulwich Village (SE21)

- Peckham (SE15)

- Camberwell (SE5)

- Herne Hill (SE24)

- Forest Hill (SE23)

- Nunhead (SE15)

- Honor Oak (SE23)

Whether you're on Lordship Lane, near East Dulwich station, or anywhere across SE22, SE21, I come to you.

Professional Dulwich newborn photographer Irma Arrowsmith.
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What to expect

✔️ Relaxed & baby-led: gentle guidance with plenty of flexibility, following your newborn’s pace at home or outdoors if you’d like.

✔️ Natural moments: a focus on real interactions - feeding, cuddles, settling, and the quiet moments in between.

✔️ Calm-paced sessions: around 1.5–2 hours, with time for breaks, feeds, and changes.

✔️ Thoughtful mix: mostly candid, storytelling images with a few softly guided family portraits.

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Why Choose a Lifestyle Newborn Session?

A newborn session isn’t about posing or perfection.

It’s about capturing the early days as they really are - the quiet moments at home, the way you hold your baby, and the small interactions that already feel like your new normal.

Photographed in your East Dulwich home (and nearby outdoor spots if you’d like), my focus is on relaxed, timeless images that feel natural and true to your family.

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As a newborn photographer in East Dulwich, I come to your home for calm, baby-led sessions throughout SE22, SE21, and surrounding areas.

Local Knowledge

I know East Dulwich well - from homes near Lordship Lane to quiet residential streets around Dulwich Village. Whether you're walking distance from Goose Green or near Peckham Rye, I travel throughout the area. Many East Dulwich families I work with have just come home from King's College Hospital in Camberwell. Those first days home are precious - settling into your space, learning your baby's rhythm, welcoming visitors. That's the time I document.

If you'd like to include outdoor time, we can incorporate gentle family portraits at nearby green spaces:

Dulwich Park

Beautiful in all seasons, short walk from many East Dulwich homes.

Peckham Rye Park

Open space, good for walking with newborn in the sling.

Goose Green

Local green, perfect for quick outdoor shots.

Most newborn sessions are done at home, but the option is there if you feel up to it.

Newborn Photography Across East Dulwich

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East Dulwich in-home newborn session portrait taken by award-winning newborn photographer based in Dulwich Village, South East London.
Dulwich newborn photographer capturing tiny baby feet during a newborn photoshoot at home in SE22.

“We had a great newborn photoshoot with Irma. I was 9 days post partum and when the time came about a little daunted about doing the photoshoot.

However Irma was fantastic! She totally put us at ease and it was a really comfortable experience. The photos are also great, a fantastic reminder of this time!”

Charlotte M. - Dulwich Village

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 Faqs

  • Yes! I regularly work throughout East Dulwich, Dulwich Village, Peckham, Herne Hill, and surrounding SE22, SE21 areas. I come to your home - no need to travel with a newborn.

  • Absolutely. If baby and weather allow, we can include gentle family portraits at Dulwich Park, Peckham Rye, or Goose Green. Most of the session stays at home, but outdoor time is available.

  • Not at all. If you reach out and I have a date available in the coming days, we can schedule your newborn session without any problems.

  • Sessions usually last around 2 hours, but I take as much time as your baby needs. Time is built in for feeds, nappy changes, and short breaks, there’s no rush.

  • Newborn session pricing starts at £470. You can find detailed information on my pricing page.

  • Absolutely. Older siblings often love to join in. I aim to capture natural interactions, curiosity, and connection between your children. Partners are welcome too, and family shots are always included. If you prefer just your newborn, that works too, the session is flexible to your family’s needs.

The process

Step 01: PRE-CONSULTATION

We’ll discuss your vision for your newborn photoshoot and I will tell you a bit more about how I work.

Step 02: PENCIL IN A DATE

My diary can fill up quite quickly, so together we can pencil in a date for your photo session as quickly as possible.

Step 03: the photoshoot

This is the fun part! We work at your baby’s pace, the focus is on relaxed, natural newborn portraits that reflect these first precious days.

Step 04: viewing your images

Around three weeks after your newborn session, you’ll receive a private online gallery showcasing a selection of carefully edited images.

Step 05: print orders

Once you’ve explored your gallery, you can choose from four thoughtfully curated collections to order digital images and/or printed products.

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Ready to book your East Dulwich newborn photoshoot?

Capture your baby’s first days naturally and beautifully.

Spaces in South East London are limited, so get in touch today to secure your session.