Mother and Father laughing and holding their toddler daughter in a feild of maize

Cherished moments that tells your unique family story

Families

Beautiful family photography

WITH DORSET FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER LOUISA JANE

Hi, I am Louisa! I am based in Gillingham, Dorset and I have been a family photographer for nine years, in fact I started getting into photography way before that when I had two of my own children. I wanted to be able to document every little moment as I knew it would go far too quickly. From awkward teens to tricky toddlers, the secret is to bring everyone together in a natural environment where they can relax, forget the camera and enjoy being in each other’s company.

I love photographing families, everything from the smiles and giggles, to the tantrums and tears. You just be authentically you and I will capture it all! You won’t get perfectly posed family images, or fake smiles and stiff poses on your family photoshoot. Instead, you’ll receive images of your family and children in their element…the chaos, the giggles and the love.

Whether it’s the leaves, the sunshine, the smiles or the wind-swept hair, they are memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

COME AND SAY HI!

family photo shoot, Dad swinging his baby in the air catching her. Photography by Louisa Jane

Two children playing in Shear water lake on a photo shoot

two children sat under a tree on family photo shoot in King Alfred's tower, Wiltshire

Granddad reading to his grandchild on a family photo shoot in Dorset photography by Louisa Jane

child throwing leaves into the air on a family photo shoot in Gillingham, Dorset

parents with their baby on the sofa on a family photo shoot. Louisa Jane

" Louisa they are absolutely gorgeous!! I don't know how I am going to choose, there are so many stunning pictures and I ADORE the colours" Emily and Will

Capturing Authentic Moments: Timeless Natural Family Photography

I find immense joy in capturing authentic family moments that resonate with genuine emotions. As a devoted family photographer, my passion lies in freezing those fleeting instances of love, laughter, and connection, allowing them to unfold naturally. I love preserving the raw, emotionally fuelled moments that tell the unique story the most but I also really love to take beautiful portraits too. With a commitment to delivering heart-warming, natural family images, I strive to capture the essence of your bonds and the beauty in your everyday interactions.

Whether you prefer to have your pictures taken in the beautiful landscapes of Dorset, Wiltshire or Somerset, or simply in the comfort of your home. I love documenting the connection between you.

My approach to family photo shoots

A Natural Approach to Timeless Family Photography

I love all the emotion that comes with documentary family photography, On a photo shoot expect us to either go out for a walk together along the stunning Dorset beaches, country woodland walks, or it may be to the park or remaining in the comfort of your own home. Wherever your choice for a shoot it is important to me that you choose somewhere that is special to you as a family. On our shoot I just want you to engage with each other and I will document the laughter, the tears, and the shared experiences that define your family.

Timeless family portraits for you to treasure forever

I love to freeze moments in time but also create a visual narrative of your family. I often have families that have come to me over the years and it is so lovely to capture them growing up. to cherish the laughter and the connection between you all providing you with something tangible in the years to come.

Not only will you walk away with beautiful images of you and your family, the experience itself will be one where you create wonderful memories of you together.

" Wow Louisa, I am blown away with the images, I am going to have to make room in the house for more pictures on the wall. I want them all up!" Katrina and Hugh

How it works

01 CHOOSE A PACKAGE THAT BEST SUITS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND CONTACT ME TO DISCUSS THE PLANS FOR YOUR SHOOT

02 WE WILL BOOK IN YOUR SHOOT AND DISCUSS THE BEST TIME OF DAY FOR LIGHTING AND THE LOOK AND FEEL YOU WOULD LIKE FOR YOU PHOTOS

03 WE WILL HAVE YOUR FAMILY PHOTO SHOOT.

04 EDIT AND DELIVER YOUR GALLERY FOR YOU TO CHOOSE THE IMAGES THAT YOU WOULD LIKE.

Preserving precious moments...

MY FAMILY PRICES AND PACKAGES

joy

Family up to six people

Online gallery for you to choose your images

Large j-peg files that you can upload and print as you wish

Includes 10 beautifully edited images

£230

smiles

Family up to six people

Online gallery for you to choose your images

Large j-peg files that you can upload and print as you wish

Includes 25 beautifully edited images

£300

cheers

Family up to ten people

Online gallery for you to choose your images

Large j-peg files that you can upload and print as you wish

Includes 45 beautifully edited images

£400

01.

What should I wear on a family shoot?

Make sure that you avoid wearing anything with large logos or prints as this will date your images. Neutral colours work best as you won't clash with other members of the family but most importantly wear something that you feel comfortable in.

02.

How to prepare for a family shoot ?

Think about the type of photo shoot that you would like; would you like to have a lovely winter's shoot with you all in hats and gloves and hot chocolate or would you love an summer's evening walk in the woods or on the beach? if you aren't fussed about the season and just want beautiful timeless images I can guide you on the best time of day for your shoot to make the most of the lighting.

03.

What is the cost of your family shoots?

My family packages start at £230 for ten images. but please feel free to explore my other packages here.

04.

What if it rains?

Unless it is absolutely pouring down with rain then the shoot can still go ahead. I am happy to make arrangements for another day if the weather is poor.

COME AND SAY HI!