I cover all of West Sussex, Surrey and surrounding counties. I have been capturing happy families for over 10 years now. I am very proud to love the job I do! I really enjoyed capturing this West Sussex family. The pictures were especially poignant because the family will be moving house over the summer. So it’ll be important for the boys to have captured these memories in their first childhood home.

The garden is lovely, with plenty of spring colour still. As you can see, the boys are very active. So it was important to capture what they love most about their home. So lots of jumping, running, swinging, trampolining, cricket and piggybacks. In addition playing with their excitable spaniel who was absolutely gorgeous! This was all interspersed with cuddles from their parents. The family are so lovely, I thoroughly enjoyed capturing them at home.

The location for your shoot is up to you. Perhaps you would like to have the photographs taken at home? Or maybe a favourite park or local gardens. It’s best to think of somewhere that is special to you. But don’t worry, if there is nowhere in particular, I can make some suggestions.

Before your session I will send you a guide to preparing for your session. This will also include the all important ‘what to wear‘ guide! I’ll also talk about what to bring with you and what to expect on the day. Of course we will run through how to choose your favourites for the viewing session too. I do lots of examples of frames, like the ones you can see below.

More examples

If you would like to see more examples of family sessions please see my information page or blog. Want to chat further, please do contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.

Nicola Light Photography //Rudgwick Family Photographer

I do headshots and also product photography in the studio and lifestyle. I also do personal branding sessions to tell the story behind your brand.

This session is a lovely example of a relaxed family session that focused on the sweet relationship between grandparent and granddaughter.

The family live in Shere, Surrey so they wanted the photography session to include some of their favourite places they enjoy going together. We started off in their garden. This is a very important place for the two of them. The little girl enjoys helping her Granny out when she is sowing and tending to her vegetable patch. We then took a loop around the village incorporating the places they love most. Of course we had to include a fabulous ice cream from Shere delights! She definitely deserved it! As did granny her coffee!

I was so pleased to read this lovely email from my client following her session.

“Thank you, Nicola. AMAZING photos. You have captured them perfectly and they had such fun in the process. We are so pleased we trusted you to capture our family memories.”

Thank you so much, it really was my pleasure to capture you again. I am looking forward to delivering your beautiful portrait book that includes all your favourite memories.

More information

If you are looking for a photographer Surrey please do get in touch.  If you’d like to see more examples of family photography or commercial sessions or headshot‘s please see the appropriate links. I look forward to hearing from you.

Nicola Light Photography // Family Photography Shere //Photographer Surrey

It was so exciting to see how much the children had grown up. It’s always such a treat to be chosen to document your children’s lives. Of course the children didn’t remember me, but it was so lovely playing with them and getting to know them again. They are both very cheeky, in a good way!

As always we took time to take lots of different combinations of the family. I always take some whole family shots. Of course some single portraits of each of the children. Some of the children together which usually includes some fun running races and piggyback rides if they’re up for it!

These children brought some of their favourite toys with them so it was great photographing them with them. I couldn’t believe how quickly the little boy solved the Rubik’s cube. I think it would take me hours, and probably still wouldn’t solve it!

They also each brought a book with them. One of them was one of my children’s favourite. The dinosaur that pooped a planet! Do you know it? It’s hilarious!

Summer Sessions

My summer diary is looking pretty full now. Especially for weekends. So if you are looking for a session this summer please get in touch soon. If you’d like to see some examples of previous sessions see my blog. There’s plenty more information on my family page too. Want to chat further, fill in the contact form or just call me. I look forward to hearing from you!

Nicola Light // Family Photographer Surrey //Family Photographer Horsley

I really loved being the Godalming family photographer for this fabulous family a couple of weeks ago.

I first met the family five years ago for a family shoot at Winkworth Arboretum. It’s always lovely to see people again. It’s amazing how quickly the children grow up. It’s a real honour to capture their journey through childhood. We got on really well for their first shoot so I was so excited to meet up with them again. This time they had the addition of their gorgeous dog Etti! She was very good fun, but not let off her lead because they were worried she may not return! Etti has her own page on Instagram, she is a much loved beagle!

As always we enjoyed a relaxed walk seeing where the mood took us. We took the pictures in one of my favourite (secret!) spots for bluebells. The carpet of bluebells was looking amazing. I always think they look so magical, as if fairies might appear at any moment!

The family wanted some really fun pictures so we did some action and quirky ones. I don’t think we stop laughing! I was so excited for them to come in and see their pictures too. I always love it when they see the big reveal of how their pictures turned out!

I had a lovely five star Google review after their session:

“Fabulous experience with Nicola. Full support and guidance from start to finish ending in a truly memorable and fantastic result. The time taken at viewing after the photo shoot is so critical to the outcome and Nicola is there to advise you with her expertise and passion every step of the way. She is so fun to be with too”

Thank you so much guys, I loved it too!

More information

If you like to read more about family sessions or contact me I would love to chat to you further about what I can do for your family.

All pictures taken from Nicola Light Photography // Godalming Family Photographer

 Godalming Surrey children’s photographer

Gorgeous little Ella kept us on our toes for a couple of hours during her photography shoot at home in Godalming in Surrey.

We had such fun exploring her garden, running, jumping, feeding the fish and giggling! Can you believe her Grandfather made the gorgeous willow fox on a course earlier this year! The garden looks spectacular. I particularly liked the rhododendrons. That pink colour is totally fantastic!

We have been working on our garden over the last few months. It’s looking so much better now that we have really thought about different heights in the garden and seasons.

I think if I hadn’t been a photographer I may well have been a gardener. I would love to do some courses like the ones they offer at Wisley Gardens. Which of course always look fantastic! We have planted up our vegetable patch now too. We are hoping for a bumper crop of beans and tomatoes. We are also trying out courgettes and cucumbers although one of them is looking rather tired already so I’m not that hopeful!

Further useful information

If you’re thinking about a family photography session this summer please get in touch soon. My Saturday dates are now very limited. I look forward to hearing from you.

Nicola Light photography//Godalming Surrey children’s photographer

If you’d like to see some recent portraits, please do view the galleries of bumps and babies, younger children, older children or families.Or have a look at some past blogs featuring recent sessions. If you’d like to know more about me, information on family sessions, or baby sessions, what to wear or pricing follow the links.

There is also a page on my past Clients kind words so you can hear for yourself what it’s like to capture your precious memories.

The process

From your initial enquiry I will talk you through exactly how a session runs. This usually takes about 1 1/2 – 2 hours to shoot. The time of year will depend on you. Maybe you like beautiful spring flowers, roses in the summer months or the dazzling array of autumn colours. The choice is yours. Once we’ve decided on the date, we can talk about location. This might be somewhere that is special to you for example your garden or where your family enjoy spending time. If there is nowhere in particular I’m happy to make suggestions.

Once we’ve sorted the date, time, and location, we can talk about what to wear. I have a great guide to help you decide what to wear. Some people also take up my offer of a video call prior to the session to go through your wardrobe ideas. You don’t need to go out and buy more clothes (although some people love the excuse!). But rather looking at your existing clothes and how they coordinate together.

As we do quite a bit of planning before the session (I send you a guide to preparing too) we’re all set to go for a relaxed time on the actual day.

After the session you choose a time that suits you to come and view the pictures on the big screen in the studio. I tend to offer these appointments weekday mornings or evenings. This takes a couple of hours to choose your favourites and decide how best to display your portraits. All the framing options are bespoke so you can choose something that’s perfect for your home, style and budget.

This is a lovely example of a family shoot that I took last autumn. The woods were a special place for the family. After the session I had a lovely email from them.  “Thank you for the lovely photos.”

It was my pleasure.

Next steps

If you’d like to discuss further please do get in touch or check out my family page for more information.

All images taken by Nicola Light photography// Family photographer Surbiton Surrey

Relaxed Portrait Photography

I adored this portrait photography Guildford session last autumn. It was so delightful to see the family again. I have photographed them many times over the last few years capturing the children as they grow up. I love the autumn colours and those rich golden tones. On a sunny day it really does feel quite magical.

This shoot took place at Winkworth Arboretum near Guildford in Surrey. The arboretum is a favourite of mine especially in October and November. The Acer trees in particular are absolutely spectacular. The red glow can be seen from the top of the hill looking down into the valley.

The girls had a great time playing with the leaves and exploring the area. It’s a beautiful National Trust property that is cared for so well. If you’re not already a supporter, do consider charities such as these that rely on our membership.

I think this was my last session before we went into lockdown in November. I can’t wait to get back out there in April. It’ll have been five months without seeing families for sessions. It seems like such a long time and I’ve really missed it.

I’m so pleased there are lots of lovely family sessions going in my diary for spring and summer now. I can’t wait to get out and reconnect with families I’ve met before, and meet new ones. My sessions are filling up fast. This is especially the case for Saturdays. So don’t forget to give yourself plenty of time to book in.

Further information

If you’re considering a family photography session in the future you may wish to look at my family page. There is lots more information about how I run the sessions.

Or contact me to discuss further. I look forward to hearing from you.

Portrait Photography Guildford // Nicola Light Photography

Kind reviews

Next steps

I was excited as I’d never been there so I had a bit of a history lesson too! Brooklands was a 2.75 mile motor racing circuit and aerodrome opened in 1907. It was the world’s first purpose-built motor racing circuit. In addition it was one of Britain’s first airfields. Sadly the circuit hosted its last race in 1939. But today part of it forms the Brooklands museum. You can clearly see the sweeping banks of the old race track in the pictures!

The kids were great, and we had a really fun time! I had a lovely email from Mum Hannah after:

Kind words

“Thank you Nicola for your patience, creativity and professionalism. Your advice and expertise throughout the whole process were greatly appreciated. Not only do we have those precious family moments captured in so many beautiful photos, but also wonderful memories of a morning that all four of us enjoyed! Your bag of toys and distractions kept the kids thoroughly amused and smiling at all the right times – not an easy task but you managed it! I will be highly recommending you to anyone considering a family photo shoot!”

Thanks Hannah, you are very kind, it was my pleasure! x

If you’re looking for pregnancy, newborn baby, children’s photography or family portraits. I’d love to hear from you. If you’d like to see some recent portraits, please do view the galleries of bumps and babies, younger children, older children or families, or have a look at some past blogs featuring recent sessions. If you’d like to know more about me, information on family sessions, or baby sessions, what to wear or pricing follow the links. There is also a page on my past Clients kind words so you can hear for yourself what it’s like to capture your precious memories. If you’d like some further information please contact me –  I look forward to hearing from you…

Nicola Light Photography // Weybridge Surrey family photographer

The session took place at home in their beautiful garden. Of course it was the perfect place to capture their childhood memories. The boys showed me all their favourite places around the garden. The spring flowers looked stunning, and we managed to capture the end of the daffodils and full colour of the bluebells.

I love including pets big and small! I have photographed most animals that can be kept as pets (except a snake I think – please don’t ask unless I can stay at least a few metres away from it!). For this shoot it was their beloved dog Stanley who has been a welcome inclusion on all their shoots. In addition this time we got a few shots with their fancy chickens! I was rather taken by their feathery ‘shoes’! These were no ordinary chickens! I bet their eggs are delicious! It was great to have some pictures on their swing, it really adds a sense of fun, which is what this family is all about.

After their viewing the parents wrote: ‘You’re so clever, they’re all gorgeous, thank you so much. Thanks for everything and all your advice.’

My pleasure, it was a honour to capture your family for the third time. The frames you ordered are going to look amazing, I can’t wait to deliver them!

Further information

If you would like to read more about family sessions, see my information page. Want to see examples of other sessions, check out my blog. Or contact me to discuss further. I look forward to hearing from you.

Horsham Family Photographer // Nicola Light Photography