What is a family lifestyle session?

A family lifestyle session is all about capturing your family naturally. No stiff poses or forced smiles. We focus on real moments, movement, and connection, encouraging laughter, play, and genuine interaction.

What happens during a newborn session?

Newborn sessions are calm and unhurried, lasting 3 to 4 hours. We let your baby settle naturally and capture those precious early moments. Tiny details, sleepy cuddles, and sweet family connections. There’s no rushing, and plenty of breaks for feeding or soothing.

Can I include pets in the session?

Absolutely! We love including pets — they’re part of your family story. Just let us know ahead of time so we can plan accordingly.

Do you provide prints or albums?

We focus primarily on delivering high-resolution digital images as we know that everyone's tastes are different when it comes to framing and wall art presentation. But we’re happy to recommend trusted local printers or help you design beautiful albums and prints as a separate service.

When are Mini Sessions held, and how can I book?

Mini Sessions are special 30-minute shoots we run at certain times of the year, often tied to the seasons or holidays. Keep an eye on our social media channels for announcements and booking details. They are very limited and tend to fill up quickly.

How long does it take to receive our photos?

Typically, you’ll receive your full gallery of edited images within 5 to 7 working days for Mini and Family Sessions, and about 10 to 14 days for Newborn and Maternity Sessions, as they require a bit more time to ensure every detail is just right.

Family Photography

Welcome to family photography by Ember Studios. No awkward poses or forced smiles here. We capture those in-between moments; the laughter, the muddy knees, the quiet glances... all in a cinematic, natural style that tells your family's story just as it is. Full of life, movement, and connection. No matching jumpers required.

Capturing Life Moments

Offering relaxed, storytelling family photography on location across Northamptonshire and Leicestershire. Whether we're chasing golden light through the fields or capturing quiet moments at home, our sessions are all about genuine connection and personality. We love the great outdoors... country parks, bluebell-filled woodlands, open skies... but there's also something timeless about photographing families in their own space. This is where memories are made and lived every single day (even if the decor isn’t what you'd call perfect). We also offer newborn and maternity sessions.

Just real life, beautifully told.

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A Relaxed Approach...

We understand that not everyone loves the spotlight. Our calm, intuitive approach is especially suited to introverts, shy folk, little ones with big feelings, and anyone who finds the idea of a photoshoot a bit overwhelming. We're all about gentle direction, creating space for you to just be yourselves. Because there's magic in that stillness. There's absolutely no pressure to perform or pretend.

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Keepsakes to cherish...

These aren’t just photos for now. They’re keepsakes for your children, and their children. A quiet (or, hey, maybe even loud), beautiful mark you leave on the world.

I love to travel. Always up for an adventure. If your family has a special place... perhaps a beach or park... I'm happy to come along for the ride. For an additional travel fee (over a 25-mile radius to my location), I'll pack my gear (and car snacks, of course) and meet you wherever your story feels most alive.

My family lifestyle sessions give you space to be yourselves while I capture your story. Whether it’s your favourite park, your home, or somewhere else meaningful to your family, you choose the location. With plenty of time for natural movement, laughter, and connection, these sessions create a rich collection of images that feel authentic and timeless.

What's included:

Pre-session consultation
1 to 2-hour storytelling session on location or at your home
Outfit guidance prior to your session
Full professional editing in my signature cinematic style
Private online gallery for choosing final images
£15 per digital file or choose a package below
Recommendations about printed products and wall art

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Investment

Investing in family lifestyle photography is like pressing pause on the beautiful, busy whirlwind of life. Capturing the little moments of magic and love. These aren’t just pictures; they’re cinematic stories bursting with laughter, connection, and the kind of realness that makes your family uniquely yours.

You might not do this every year, but when you do, you’re bottling up memories that future generations will cherish.

Session Fee

£150

Digital Packages

More memories, better value: our per-file pricing drops the more you choose to keep.

The Highlight

£50

£10 per digital image

Private online gallery
5 high-resolution digital images with personal print licence
Social-friendly edits for easy online sharing

The Keepsake

£125

Roughly £8.50 per digital image

Private online gallery
15 high-resolution digital images with personal print licence
Social-friendly edits for easy online sharing

The Full Story

£195

Only £6.50 per digital image

Private online gallery
The complete collection of digital files - no less than 30 high-resolution images with personal print licence
Social-friendly edits for easy online sharing

Mini Sessions

These 30-minute shoots are relaxed, fun, and ideal for capturing growing little ones. We run them at set times throughout the year in beautiful, hand-picked locations. Think crispy golden leaves, blooming wildflowers, or soft evening light. Keep an eye on our socials for upcoming dates and booking info — they are limited and tend to go fast!

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