Battersea Family Photoshoot in Peckham Rye Park. Mother looking at daughter during a natural family photoshoot. Award-winning natural lifestyle family photography Battersea Park and all across South London.

Siblings playing in trees in Battersea Park, South London. Family lifestyle photography in Battersea.

Battersea Family Photographer

Natural lifestyle Family Photography in Battersea and across South London

Award-winning family photography across Battersea.

Sessions are calm, unhurried, and unposed, whether at home, walking through Battersea Park, or along the Thames. Every image captures honest, personal moments, reflecting the genuine connection, character, and warmth of the family just as it is in the moment.

Serving Battersea, East Dulwich, Clapham and families across South London.

meet your family photographer.

Hi, I’m Irma, a family photographer working all across London. I create natural, storytelling images that reflect who you are as a family.

I’m a mum to Ivy, a lover of the sea and beaches, and always thinking about the next camera. Documentary photography has been my passion for many years, and since having my daughter, photographing family life has become my greatest love.

My goal as a family photographer is simple: to capture real connections as they happen. I aim to create heartfelt images that show love, emotion, and genuine feelings in a natural way.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of photographing hundreds of newborns, children, and families across London, and I look forward to capturing your family’s story too.

Professional family photographer Irma Arrowsmith, based in Battersea.

Watercolor illustration of a eucalyptus branch with multiple light green oval-shaped leaves on a transparent background.

Black and white photograph of a person sitting on a bench, wearing a coat and hat, with trees in the background.

As a mum myself, I know how quickly those early newborn days pass by in a blur, which is why it feels so important to have them documented.

Award-winning newborn photographer with her own daughter Ivy. Natural at home newborn photography in Battersea and all across South London.

“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.
“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.
“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.

Family Photography

Natural family photography in Battersea. Just be yourselves, and I’ll capture the moments, connections, and emotions that make family life special.
I photograph families at home and outdoors, usually without posing, but I might give gentle guidance for authentic shots.
As a Battersea family photographer, I enjoy exploring South London and often include local parks in my family photoshoots.

Family Photoshoot
Newborn Photography

Capture your newborn’s growth during their first months. I enjoy newborn photo shoots and feel honoured to be part of new families' journeys.
If you want natural newborn photography with a documentary style, I’m your Battersea newborn photographer!
I take my time during the shoot, focusing on your baby’s needs. We can mostly do the session at home, but we can also go outside if you prefer.

Newborn Photoshoot

Maternity Photography

Are you pregnant and considering a maternity photoshoot but feel uneasy about posing for the camera? A maternity session can be relaxed and enjoyable, with very little posing needed.
I would love to capture this special moment naturally for you. I work all over South London, including Battersea, Clapham, Wandsworth and Tooting.

Maternity Photoshoot
Childrens Party Photographer

I can capture special moments like first birthdays, small weddings, anniversaries, and family milestones.
My photos have a documentary style, and with my photojournalistic approach, you don't need to worry about anything.
I shoot spontaneous moments, so there's nothing to prepare.

Birthday Party Photographer

My sessions are relaxed and unposed, focusing on the small, real moments that show what life truly feels like with your children - right now, just as it is.

Whether at home in that quiet early newborn bubble or out in Battersea Park on a weekend family walk, my aim is always the same: to document connection over perfection. There’s no posing, no performance, no need for special outfits or planning, just show up as you are, and I’ll take care of the rest.

Having worked with hundreds of families across London and Sussex, I’ve learned that the most meaningful photographs come from unforced moments: the way a baby rests in your arms, a child reaching for your hand, the messy, beautiful in-between.

If you live in or near Battersea, or simply love this part of London, I’d love to create honest, personal images that celebrate your family just as it is.