Natural Family Photography in Clapham, SW London
Unposed Family Moments in the Heart of Clapham
Family photography that captures your real life—unposed, relaxed, and true to how things actually feel.
This is family photography without the performance. No matching outfits, no forced smiles—just honest images of your family as you are.
Candid Family Sessions, at Home or Outdoors
I’m Irma, a Clapham-based family photographer specialising in natural, documentary-style sessions. Whether we're at home, wandering Clapham Common, or exploring the bandstand, my goal is to quietly capture the moments you’ll want to return to—unplanned, wholehearted, and real. I don’t direct you or set up scenes; I follow what’s happening, blending into the day.
Quiet, Natural Family Photography in Clapham
I regularly photograph families in Clapham and know the area well—from quiet homes to weekend strolls on the Common. Whether it’s your home in Clapham Old Town or a morning walk through the Common, I focus on capturing genuine, unfiltered moments that reflect your family as it is—no posing, no props, no pressure.
A Relaxed, Documentary Approach
My sessions are built around your pace. I don’t set a script or try to make kids perform. Instead, I work quietly in the background, photographing the connections, routines, and tiny in-between moments that often go unnoticed. We might spend time at home, step outside to a local green space, or just follow wherever your children want to lead us.
Photographing Families Across Clapham & SW London
From Clapham North to Abbeville Road, I’ve photographed families in townhouses, flats, gardens and public parks. My work is rooted in familiarity with South West London—its light, rhythm and lived-in beauty. If you’re near Clapham Common, I’ll likely suggest letting the children explore while I document freely in the background.
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 central London, a nearby park or at your house.
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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.
Kind words from families
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“I had a great experience with Irma for a photoshoot with my newborn and four year old. She was really personable, put us all at ease and got us some great shots of the early days of our life as a little family of three. Thank you!” - Nieve
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“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
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“Irma is so talented. Her photos are snapshots of real family life and I couldn't love them more. She made us feel completely relaxed and made normal family life beautiful. I can't wait to share the photos with our loved ones.” - Sara
Booking a Session in Clapham
If you're looking for a family photographer in Clapham who takes a natural, observational approach, I’d love to hear from you. I book a limited number of sessions each month to keep things calm and flexible. Get in touch to check availability, especially during spring and autumn when Clapham’s parks are at their best.