Capturing Precious Moments: Your Family Photographer Elstead Surrey

Finding the right family photographer in Elstead, Surrey is so important. It can make all the difference when it comes to preserving those special moments that pass by all too quickly. Whether it’s the giggle of a toddler, the bond between siblings, or the quiet connection between parents and children. These are the memories you’ll want to treasure for years to come.

As a family photographer near Elstead in Surrey, I specialise in relaxed, natural lifestyle sessions that let your family’s unique story shine. I believe the best photos come from genuine moments—not stiff poses or forced smiles. Whether we’re out in the beautiful Surrey countryside or capturing cosy moments at home, I aim to create a fun and stress-free experience for everyone involved.

Elstead offers the perfect backdrop for family photography. From peaceful woodland walks to open fields and charming village corners, there’s no shortage of stunning locations to explore together. I work closely with families to choose settings that suit your style and help everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera.

My approach is all about storytelling—capturing real connection, personality, and joy. Whether you’re celebrating a new addition to the family, marking a milestone, or simply wanting to document the everyday beauty of your life together, I’m here to help you turn fleeting moments into lasting memories.

If you’re looking for a friendly, experienced family photographer in Elstead, Surrey, I’d love to chat. Let’s create images that reflect the heart of your family and leave you with photographs you’ll cherish forever.

Next steps

Get in touch today to book your session or find out more about how we can work together to create something truly special.

Want to read more? Have a look at my family session information page. Want to know more about your investment? Head on over to this page.

 

 

Are you looking for a Guildford Party Photographer?  I’d love to be able to help. I photograph parties all over Surrey and beyond. From christening parties to 1st birthdays and 90ths! I’ve captured a huge variety of celebrations including of course wedding anniversaries and wedding receptions.

When you hire me as your Guildford party photographer, you can expect a personalised experience from start to finish. I like to listen to exactly what your needs are. I offer tailored packages whether you’re hosting a small family celebration or a larger event.  You’ll have access to pre-event consultations where we’ll discuss your ideas for the day, and I’ll provide expert advice on everything from potential group combinations and timing. Maybe you’re just looking for someone for an hour or two or maybe some more extensive coverage. Each session is bespoke to your needs.

On the day of your event, I’ll be there to capture every smile, every laugh, and every precious moment. My goal is to make sure you have the photos that will help you relive your celebration for years to come.

A great party photographer does more than snap photos—they immerse themselves in the event. I know when to be invisible, capturing candid moments, and when to guide families into the perfect group shot. As a seasoned Guildford party photographer, I bring an eye for detail and a passion for storytelling. I understand how important it is to create photos that not only look beautiful but tell the story of the day.

I photographed this amazing party last month for a delightful little girl’s 1st birthday. Surrounded by family and friends she had a wonderful time celebrating this milestone.

If you have an event coming up, please do GET IN TOUCH to chat more about your needs. I look forward to hearing from you.

Guildford Party Photographer // Nicola Light Photography

Family photography Peaslake Surrey.

I had such a lovely Family Photographer Peaslake Surrey session with this mother and her three beautiful daughters. The session had been bought by her brother for her birthday.

Before the session we discussed where would be the best place to shoot. This could be in your garden or somewhere special that you like to go as a family. If there are no particular places I can make some suggestions. My suggestions vary throughout the year depending on the seasonal flowers.

We will also discuss what to wear. I have a page dedicated to this on my website. Avoiding too many patterns and stripes across the group is advisable. Also choosing maybe two or three colours works best. You don’t need to go out and buy any new clothes, unless you’re looking for a good excuse!

The sessions tend to last a couple of hours usually. Sometimes slightly less for younger children. We usually have a walk around taking pictures as we go. There is plenty of time to relax and have fun.

I tend to take pictures of the whole family group. Also individual portrait if you would like and other combinations like siblings together with each parent and child. But each session is bespoke to you, so the choice is yours.

A week or so after your session. You come into the studio to view your pictures on the big screen. At this point, you can choose what you would like to purchase such a frames, canvases and digital files. There are lots of examples of frames on the walls, to give you inspiration.

Further information

Perhaps would like to see examples of other FAMILY SESSIONS or more information on PRICING. Please CONTACT ME to chat through any questions you might have or to look at availability. I look forward to hearing from you.

Family Photographer Peaslake Surrey // Nicola Light Photography

 

 

 

 

 

Do you live in the Surrey and are looking for a Family Photographer Churt? I travel all over capturing gorgeous families at home or on location. I loved this session capturing this family of seven at home in the summer.

They were great fun and their home and garden was stunning. You’re welcome to have the pictures taken at home.

Or if you prefer somewhere out and about at a special to you. If there’s nowhere in particular that comes to mind, I can make some suggestions. When I first arrive, I usually have a little walk around the garden to familiarise myself with the location. If I’m new to a park or woods that you have chosen I do the same. I’m checking out the best light, interesting backdrops, and how this will flow through the shoot. If anyone has any disabilities, this is not a problem. Just mention this when I ask before the shoot.

We had a great time taking the pictures in this beautiful garden. I soon found some lovely spots that had some natural framing. There was a gorgeous old tree stump that looked great when the children were all perched on it. The solid black garage doors were also an excellent backdrop. Clients are often quite surprised when I get excited about areas that they would never have thought about!It was a very hot day, so I suggested they all dip their legs into the pool! I have had clients in the past, who have jumped in at the end with all their clothes on!

If you would like to discuss a family photography session in Churt or other areas around Surrey or beyond, please do get in contact. For more information of family sessions, please see this page.

Family Photographer Churt // Nicola Light Photography

 

Are you looking for a holy communion photographer Surrey? I would love to be able to help. This is a lovely example of a reception which took place after their service at the very beautiful Foxhills . This is a beautiful venue, with lovely old buildings, a spa, pool and well renowned golf course.

Perhaps you would like some pictures taken during the service or only after. The choice is yours. This gorgeous little girl and family hired a room in the fabulous Foxhills Golf course to celebrate with friends and family. So I joined them in the garden, on quite a windy day to capture the family and guests.

We took some pictures of the immediate family on the lawn. Then as guests arrived I took some reportage pictures and ones of the little girl and her friends running about having such a lovely time. They were so sweet together. Far more interested in running about that eating. Although the cake looked very tempting!

We wanted to capture the detail of the day especially her exquisite dress. I am sure it is any little girl’s dream to be dressed up like this! Personally I think I would have loved it, I certainly felt very special on my wedding day.

I also cover baptisms and others milestone family birthdays.  I am usually with you for a couple of hours but I can quote for longer too.  The session fee for a couple of hours is £175. You can read more about my pricing on this page.

Further Information

If you would like to discuss a special day that you have coming up, please do get in touch. Every session is bespoke so it depends on what you needs are. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Holy Communion Photographer Surrey // Surrey Baptism // Surrey Christening

I am a family photographer Claygate and have the privilege to photograph gorgeous families all over Surrey. Sometimes families choose their garden, or a local park that is special to them. Maybe there is a woods that your children love to climb their favourite tree, or  parkland they love to ride their bikes? If there is nowhere in particular I am happy to page some suggestions local to you.

This beautiful family session in Claygate took place one sunny summer Saturday. The family chose their garden because it’s so beautiful and the boys love playing there.

We talked before about what time of day would suit the boys best, and of course what to wear. This is one of the most common questions I get asked! I have a dedicated page of advice to make this as easy as possible for you. You don’t need to go out and buy lots of new clothes, although if you’d like to use it as an excuse, you’re welcome! It’s all about choosing two or three colours that run across your family. It’s ok to have some pattern but use it sparingly on one or two people only. Try to avoid big logos or writing that can be distracting. You are welcome to send me ideas of outfits. Clients often lay different combinations out on the bed, take a photo to see what I think. Pre planning on all aspects allows you to be calm and relaxed on the day!

The family on this shoot were so lovely, the boys were great fun and full of energy for me!

Further information

If you would like further information on family sessions please see my family page. There are examples of family sessions on my blog.

Or feel free to contact me to discuss any details of your family session.

 Surrey Photography //Family Photographer Claygate

Family Photographer Claygate // Nicola light Photography

I really enjoyed this session as the Rushmoor Frensham Family Photographer for this family session in the summer. What an amazing setting! We took some pictures in the garden first then headed out to Frensham ponds via a gate at the end of their garden. Of course we took their gorgeous dog with us. He knew the walk very well! What a great place to be a dog!

The location and weather were perfect. But don’t panic if the forecast is for showers as the shoot approaches. The forecast is only really accurate about 24 hours before. That’s when I keep a keen eye on the rain radar maps. I have become an expert weather forecast in the past few weeks. See forecasts are far more accurate than others. The odd short shower is ok, but anything more substantial and we usually try to rearrange for later the same day or the nearest alternative option. Please be reassured I want you to look your best so I always leave the final decision to go ahead (or not) to you.

I didn’t know the area that well, so relied on the family to show me all their favourite places. I loved the bench they chose for some of the shots. It had the perfect lighting and composition. It’s where they are partial to a G&T some summer evenings! I am not surprised with that setting.

If you have teens in the shoot, it’s good to let them have an input in the location and what to wear. I want them to feel happy to be there and comfortable in themselves.

If you would like see more information on older children’s session please see my blog or check out my information page. Or contact me to discuss further.

Rushmoor Frensham Family Photographer // Nicola Light Photography

It has been all go with this Horsham Family photography session recently. What a gorgeous family with such beautiful boys! They were delightful from start to finish, and just so polite for such young boys. I was so impressed.

We took the pictures at home so that the family could remember their memories somewhere special to them. The garden was spacious so gave the boys the freedom to run and hide! It very important to happy with the location you pick. This can be at home or somewhere special you like to go as family. If there is no where in particular, I am happy to make some suggestions. There are lots of lovely local places.

We took lots of different combinations of the family. We also included the grandparents in a few of the shots. They were visiting for several weeks from China so were really treasuring their time with the boys.

It was lovely to take some pictures inside in the playroom too. The boys love their trains and are really into dinosaurs too. So it was important to capture them playing with these to remember what they loved at this young age.

My son was really into trains and used to play with his wooden train set for hours. I couldn’t bare to give it away when he no longer played with it. So I have put it in the loft in anticipation of grandchildren! Well hopefully not for the next 15 years at least though!

If you would like to read more about family photography sessions please check out my family page. If you would like to see other examples of past sessions, head over to my blogs. Alternatively contact me discuss ideas. I am always happy to chat about your thoughts.

Horsham Family photography // Surrey family Photographer

Hands up if you need a Birthday Party Photographer Surrey for an upcoming event!? Maybe a milestone birthday or anniversary. Perhaps a wedding or baptism.  If the answer is yes, check this out! This was from a fabulous 80th birthday party in Surrey. Doesn’t the birthday lady look absolutely amazing (pink jacket).

The family wanted to capture some reportage style pictures of the party plus a few group shots. So we started off taking some pictures outside in the garden. Thankfully the weather was lovely. We then moved inside for lunch. I took some during the meal, and during the speeches after. There was a rather wonderful cake, which I had to capture. I had a slice as well which was delicious! I then took some other pictures back outside to complete the party.

Each party is different, so I can meet your individual needs. It’s best to chat through the plan of your day and when it will be most useful to capture.

Sessions start from £175 for two hours. You’re more than welcome to add on extra hours.

Please note, I am a natural light photographer so prefer to work during daylight hours. Rather than a night time evening event.

I had a lovely email from the family afterwards.  “Thank you so much Nicola. You have captured the day perfectly. I have such a wonderful set of memories to look back over.”

If you’d like to see other examples of birthdays, weddings, christenings follow the links!

Feel free to contact me to discuss your party plans. There is a contact form or email or call me I’m happy to travel although do charge a little if it’s further than an hour from me in GU6.

I look forward to hearing from you.

 Birthday Party Photographer Surrey // Nicola Light Photography