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Family Photography

Natural, relaxed photography that captures your family just as you are - the laughter, the chaos, and the quiet moments in between.

From newborn snuggles to growing families, milestones and everyday memories across the North East. 

Family Photography in the North East

Relaxed, Natural photography for real life moments

Family life moves quickly — tiny hands grow, personalities change, and moments you swear you’ll remember quietly fade. My family photography sessions are about slowing things down just enough to capture who you are right now.

At SMJH Photography, I take a calm, natural approach to family photography across Gateshead, Newcastle, Durham and Northumberland. No forced smiles, no awkward posing — just gentle guidance, space to be yourselves, and images that feel warm, honest and full of connection.

Whether you’re celebrating a new arrival, a milestone, or simply want updated family photographs, your session will be relaxed, child-led, and pressure-free.

 

What Family Sessions Are Like

  • Calm, unrushed sessions with plenty of time

  • Natural interaction rather than stiff posing

  • Gentle direction when needed, space when it’s not

  • Ideal for camera-shy children (and adults!)

  • Inclusive and welcoming for all families

Sessions can take place in your home, outdoors, or at a chosen location, depending on what feels most “you”.

 

Family Photography Sessions & Pricing

Full Portrait Session – £115
Perfect for families, couples, or children
✔ Full digital gallery
✔ Printing rights included

Pet Photography – £90
Because pets are family too
✔ Relaxed, pet-led approach
✔ Full digital gallery

Milestone Session – £95
Celebrating birthdays, sitting, crawling, or special moments

Newborn & Baby Photography

Tiny details. Big feelings. Gentle storytelling. Newborn sessions are calm, baby-led, and completely unhurried. I don’t rush, force poses, or expect babies to perform — instead, I work around feeds, cuddles and comfort.

 

Newborn Session – £135

✔ All images included digitally

✔ Full printing rights

 

Maternity Session – £98

A relaxed celebration of your changing body and growing family

 

Bump to Baby Package – £165

Includes maternity + newborn sessions

 

First Year & Cake Smash

Celebrate every chapter

Cake Smash Session – £135

Splash Tub Session – £135

Cake & Splash Session – £189

First Year Package – £300 Includes:Newborn6-month milestone First Christmas Cake & splash session

Photography Enquiry Form

Family • Newborn • Maternity • Milestones • Pets • Mini Sessions

SMJH Photography

Let’s capture something special 🤍

Thank you for getting in touch! Please fill in the details below and I’ll be in touch personally to plan your session and answer any questions.

No pressure — just a friendly chat about creating memories.

What type of session are you enquiring about?
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Please select your preferred day(s) and time ranges - this will allow me to tailor my availability to suit your needs.

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Newborn Sessions Only - Baby's Due date
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This allows me to offer you my availability in the best weeks for your little one's session.

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Once you submit this form, I will:

  • Email you within 24 hours

  • Confirm availability

  • Send full pricing and session information

  • Answer any questions you may have

  • Help you choose the best session for your needs


Your session date is secured once the non-refundable deposit is paid.

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