Natural Family Photoshoots in Sussex & Brighton
Candid, honest photography that tells your family’s real story.
Whether it’s a morning at home or a walk along the beach, family photos mean more when they feel real. I offer relaxed, documentary-style photoshoots for families across Sussex and Brighton—no forced smiles, just moments that matter.
These sessions are led by you: the pace, the energy, the setting. I simply help you slow down and notice the magic already there.
I offer 2 types of family photoshoots:
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Slice Of Life
This session is about capturing your family just as you are—relaxed, playful, and completely yourselves.
There’s no posing or pressure. We’ll spend around 1.5 to 2 hours either at home or somewhere meaningful to you—maybe it’s a stroll along Hove beach, a game of chase in Preston Park, or a wander around Brighton Pier. Wherever you feel most at ease is where we’ll start.
My role is simply to observe and document the natural rhythm of your time together. The result? Honest, warm photographs that reflect your family as you are right now—no filters, no fuss.
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Morning In The Life
This is for families who want to remember the real stuff—the morning routines, the quiet moments, the messy, beautiful in-between.
Over 4 to 5 hours, I’ll gently document your family as the day unfolds. No direction, no pressure—just your Saturday or Sunday morning, exactly as it is. That might mean pancakes and pyjamas, a wander through the Lanes, or a café breakfast followed by a slow walk home.
I stay in the background and photograph what I see: the way your child leans into you, the laughter, the calm, the chaos—all of it. You’ll end up with a story told in images, full of truth, warmth and connection.
EXTENDED FAMILY SHOOTS
Got grandparents visiting? Cousins in town? I also offer relaxed group sessions to document the rare times everyone’s together.
What to expect from your Family Photoshoot | The Process
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Pre-consultation
We’ll discuss your vision for your family photoshoot, location preferences, and I will tell you a bit more about how I work.
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Pencil in a date
My diary can fill up quite quickly, so together we can pencil in a date for your family photoshoot as quickly as possible.
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The Photoshoot
The fun part! Taking place at home/or a location that feels special to you, be it Hove Beach, a nearby park or the Downs.
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Viewing your images
Approx. 3 weeks after the shoot, you’ll be presented with a selection of beautifully edited photos for you to choose from.
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Print Orders
All my family photoshoots include complimentary print credit that can be used towards all kinds of gorgeous print products, from framed prints to calendars or greeting cards.
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“Irma came to do a weekend morning family photo shoot with our family, which included a reluctant teenager and a dog. She immediately put everyone at ease and it was such a calm, easy process.
Her relaxed manner made all the difference and we now have an amazing album of family photos, as well as photos of our children together, we thought we would never achieve!
It was also very easy to get booked in even though we live in London and Irma lives in Brighton - scheduling was a straightforward process. Thank you so much, Irma.” - Fionnuala
Let’s Plan Your Family Photo Session
Ready for some real, meaningful family photos—without the awkward posing?
Whether you’re picturing a quiet morning at home or a windswept walk along the beach, I’d love to help you document this chapter.
Get in touch to ask a question or book your session.
Family Photoshoot in The Lanes in Brighton with Jason and his family.