Horse Photoshoot in Surrey / London and Surrey Pet Photographer

The owner of these two lovely horses won a photography voucher and wanted a few prints of his beloved horses. I travelled to his yard in Surrey on a chilly November morning, on an overcast day when the sun was slowly starting to come out. Some trees still had leaves and proviced a magical automnal backdrop.

The horses were quite curious and kept coming close to check me out - this was great for close ups but a bit difficult for portrait shots of the two of them together. I had to keep moving backwards trying to take a wide angle shot! I went into a far corner of the field to get some distance and stood under an oak tree to get some autumnal colour into my frame. Then, like magic, both horses came right in front of the tree, perfectly framed by the low branches.

I really enjoyed this equestrian photoshoot, and I hope you enjoy viewing some of my favourite photos from the session.

Surrey equestrian photography

I offer horse photography across London, Surrey and the South East. I will travel to your yard and take photos of the horses in their yard when they are just chilling out, we can go out on one of your favourite rides and take some photos in nature or I can take photos of you riding - totally up to you! If you would like to discuss your equine photoshoot, please get in touch!

Photography gift vouchers

Know someone who loves horses or owns a horse? My photography gift certificates make a great birthday, anniversary or Christmas gift. You can purchase a gift voucher by visiting my on line store here, or you can contact me to arrange purchasing a horse photography gift voucher with added credit for digital files and/or prints.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Couples Photoshoot | Surrey Wedding Photographer

Professional couple photoshoot

I really enjoy photographing couples. A professional couple photoshoot is a great way of exploring a part of town, a park or woods, and getting to know the clients. I strive to provide my couples with a set of beautiful photographs which they can use as part of wedding planning, or simply as a memory of a special time in their life.

Pre-Wedding Photoshoot London and Surrey

Whether you are celebrating your anniversary, you recently got engaged or married, or you are moving to a different country, a couples photoshoot will capture this special time in your relationship.

Natural Couples Photo Sessions

My couples photography sessions take place outdoors and last roughtly 2h during which time we can take photos at a variety of locations. I try to arrange photographing couples in their faviourite locations, as well as using nature and natural elements as backdrops. I try to keep the sessions relatively informal to create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere during the photoshoot. I will work with you to suggest poses and suitable backgrounds, but will also seek to capture more 'spontanious' moments which have a candid feel.

Surrey and London Engagement Photographer

I work across Surrey and London and can suggest different locations, depending on your personal preference and style. I have photographed couples on the streets of Dulwich and Peckham, as well as in more natural settings like Richmond park.

If you are planning a wedding, and would like to arrange an engagement photoshoot, please get in touch. My wedding photography packages start from two hours and go up to full day photography coverage. Have a look here for more information.

Surrey Family Photographer | Location Family Photoshoot

Indoor baby photoshoot

I am so incredibly lucky to have many wonderful returning cusomers who have been with me since the beggining of my photography career. That kind of support means everything to me. This photo session was my third session with this couple, and the first family photoshoot since the birth of their gorgeous baby.

The family photoshoot took place both at the family home and outside. As Surrey baby photographer, I find that baby photoshoots work well in two locations; babies tend to be more active and engaging in the comfort of their own home, and more relaxed and intrigued outdoors. So the combination of the two creates a nice veriety of situations which allow me to capture different set of shots for my clients.

The first part of the session was mainly focused on baby photography, capturing the character, actions and interactions of this little inquisitive girl. Playtime in her bedroom, interactions with her dad, mum and their pet dog, crawling and standing. Here are a few photos from the first part of the photo session.

Outdoor family photography

Following the indoor baby photoshoot, we headed outside for some fresh air, family time and family portraits. It was an amazing day, with lots of sunshine and automnal colours - perfect working conditions for a family photographer. I love shooting this time of year, the sun is lower and softer than in the summer months and colours are warm. I try to find many different backdrops during my family photo sessions, I work using a combination of unobtrusive documentary-style photography, and giving families gentle direction on posing, where to stand or what to look at. The result is a set of candid lifestyle photographs which my clients can cherish in years to come. This was such a fun, feel-good photoshoot, it is one that is very dear to my heart and I love the colours in the atmosphere in the final photos.

If you are considering having professional family photos done or organising a baby photoshoot, please contact me, I would love to hear from you!

Surrey Family Photographer | Professional Family Photoshoot

December is wizzing past and Christmas is just round the corner. I have had a busy year with lots of wonderful photoshoots. Some of these have been with my existing, loyal clients who have supported me from the very beginning. Others have been with new clients who I hope to see again and again in years to come.

Relaxed Family Photo Sessions

My year has been marked by a variety of different commissions - a post-wedding photoshoot, newborn photo sessions, pet photography, christening event photography, wax figure photography. However, the majority of photoshoots have been family photo sessions. I absolutely love photographing families - I enjoy meeting and getting to know a family. The kids always bring fun and games to a photoshoot - there is never a dull moment! I like to keep things as natural as possible when I work, this keeps the whole family relaxed which in turn makes photos and people in them look natural. I occasionally give a suggestion for a game or activity but I often find that kids are the ones who beat me to it, and spontaneously come up with a new creative game.

Indoor and Outdoor Family Photography

The two photographs below were taken at a photoshoot a couple of months ago (I am a bit behind with my blog posts!), where I was commissioned to take photos at a big family get together. After a couple of hours taking photos of everyone outside in the garden, I came inside to pack up and take a few last shots of the kids. They started dancing and playing, and I managed to capture a few of these candid moments. These ended up to be some of my favourite photos from this session. Completely unposed, just kids playing, showing me their moves and toys, having the best time!

If you are having a family get together, or you would like some photos of your immediate family, please get in touch to discuss your requirements. If you would like to find out more information about my family photoshoots, head over to my family photography page.

London Family Photographer | Baptism in St James Church in Twickenham

One of the things I really love about my job is the constant variety of jobs I get exposed to. Whether it is a wedding, a newborn baby photoshoot, a family photo session or a pet photography session - they each represent a set of different challenges which I enjoy tackling and learning from.

Baptism and Christening Photographer

I really enjoy photographing baptism or christening services. As a christening photographer, I draw from my experience photographing weddings, and families. Similarly to a wedding ceremony, a baptism service has its own pace, and a set of rituals, all of which happens quickly and without repeat. So there are no second chances! I therefore have to work quickly, moving around to find the best angle and making sure those special, fleeting moments are captured. I draw from my family photography experience to capture those little smiles, glances, and connections between family members. This experience also comes in handy when I have to direct larger groups for those very important group shots at the end of the ceremony!

London Christening Photographer

I was recently commissioned to photograph a Baptism in St James Church in Twickenham. This is a beautiful Roman Church, set in a quiet residential area. The baptism ceremony was a part of the Sunday mass, and so the main challenge was to photograph descretly and only the family of my client, which involved identifying the area of movement which gave enough coverage but was not obtrusive to others.

The church was beautiful inside, with exposed wooden beams, and stained windows letting in lots of light through.

My clients whom I photographed at St James Church in Twickenham asked me not to post their photos on my website and social media, to respect their privacy. So, I apologise for not being able to share those particular photos. However… You can see below a selection of photos from a different christening service, to give you a flavour of the types of moments captured during a ceremony.

If you would like to see more photos, please visit my recent blog posts here and here.

Fees

My fees for baptism or christening photography services are £195 per hour with 2h minimum booking. The fee includes:

• A pre-consultation. I am happy to give you a call or arrange FaceTime to meet and discuss your requirements

• My time on the day

• A selection of 100+ professionally-edited photos on a beautifully presented memory drive

• My travel costs. I work across London, Surrey and the South East. I travel free of charge 30 miles from where I live, and I am happy to go further afield for an additional travel fee

I also provide album-design services which are charged at an additional cost.

Booking

Booking for a christening or baptism service is easy! Contact me by email at info@minamilanovic-photography.com, call on 07793 677 867 or use the contact form on my website, and tell me a little bit about yourself and when you would like the photoshoot to take place.

Surrey Newborn Photographer / Newborn Photoshoot in Epsom

I have had a really nice variety of work this summer. Family photography sessions, pet photography, christnening photography and quite a few newborn sessions in London and Surrey.

Natural Newborn Photography

My approach when photographing newborn babies is to allow plenty of time for photography and to keep things as relaxed as possible for both the parents and the baby. I give gentle direction when it comes to posing, mainly to position clients where the good light is, where to stand, look or hold their hands. Over the years, I found that this level of direction-giving produces more natural and candid looking photographs. I am able to capture a special look, a little touch, a private moment whilst maintaining natural looking body language which fits the mood of the photograph.

Surrey Newborn Photoshoot

Photos below are from a recent newborn photoshoot in Epsom, Surrey. This was one of my favourite recent newborn photoshoots, as the baby was awake and alert for most of the time, it was engaged and it made the cutest little sounds when swaddled! I also enjoyed experimenting with family poses a bit more which produced some lovely shots of the new family. Finally, this photo session was for return clients of mine - I did a couples photo session, and a post wedding photo session for Paulina and Chris before, so it was great to catch up and see their family grow.

Surrey and London Newborn Photographer

As a newborn photographer, I work across Surrey and London photographing babies and their families. Often this is to mark the arrival of the first or the second baby into the family, but occasionally my clients want me to photograph the extended family meeting the new arrival. If you or your partner are expecting a baby, and are thinking of documenting this special time in your life with a set of beautiful, fine art newborn photographs, please contact me to discuss your ideas. I would be dlighted to capture this special time for you!

Pet Photographer Surrey / Leith Hill Dog Photography

Surrey Dog Photographer

It was a gorgeos day which I spent in the company of this fun, energetic black labrador called Pippa and her lovely owners. Her owners received a wedding gift voucher for a pet photoshot, and decided to go for a walk and some photos around Leith Hill. Energetic dogs mean lots of action shots and Pippa was well up for ball chasing and going for a long hike! As Surrey dog photographer I try to capture a dog’s personality but also the bond between dog owners and their pets. There was no doubt that Pippa and her owners were totally in love with each other, and I thoroughlly enjoyed whitnessing and capturing that bond.

Location Pet Photography

My pet photo sessions take place on location - either your home or your favourite walk! I also offer pet photography gift vouchers for anyone who would like to gift a beautiful set of photographs to their family or friends. If you would like to purchase a gift voucher, please visit my store or drop me an email. If you would like to discuss an idea or photographic commission - please contact me, I would love to hear from you!

Surrey Family Photographer / Family Photo Session in Coulsdon

I remember really enjoying taking photos when I was a kid, using my dad’s SLR camera to take photos (mainly) of my dogs. Much has changed since then, most significantly the transition from film to digital, and easy access to high quality photographic equipment, and information on how to use it.

I got my first DSLR camera as a birthday present from my parents, I would say roughly 12, or 13 years ago. It was a Canon 400D with a 24-85 mm f3.5-4.5 USM lens. It was a great little camera to learn on, as it wasn’t overly complicated for the beginner but had enough features to keep me occupied for a while. Several courses, a couple of cameras and many blurry photos later, I was ready for an upgrade. My dear friend Michael and I spent many hours talking about cameras and lenses when both him and I were deciding on buying a new camera. I went for a Canon 5D mk III, a camera which I love and still use today. I chose this particular camera because at the time I was toying with the idea of furthering photography and exploring the possibility of working as a photographer. A few months later, the same friend Michael and his then fiance Susan, asked me to photograph their wedding. If not the beggining of my photography career, this was definitely a defining moment. Soon after that I left the world of science and embarked on a journey to becomming a professional photographer, specialising in family portraiture, children, newborn and pet photography.

Family Photoshoot in Surrey

Six years, and two children later, we arranged a family photoshoot in Coulsdon, Surrey. We went on an adventure walk around Farthing Downs, exploring spring blossoms, secret paths and looking for ladybirds. It was a joyous afternoon spent with friends who have supported me from the very start. And for that I am forever greatful. Here are a few photos I took, some of them my new favourites!

Family Photo Sessions in Surrey and London

I love exploring the countryside and visiting London parks with clients, but I also work in the comfort of my clients homes. My family photo sessions are playful, relaxed and centred around kids and what they like to do. If you would like to discuss a family photo session, or to make a booking, please get in touch using the contact page on my website.

Surrey Family Photographer / Family Photo Session in Sutton

Surrey Family Photo Session

It gives me great joy doing photoshoots for return clients. Not only do I get to meet up and catch up with people who continue to support me, but I also get to see their families grow. A couple of months ago I did a family portrait session in Sutton, for a lovely family who has grown from four to five (including the family dog!).

Surrey Children Photographer

I have spent a part of the morning getting reacquainted with the older sibling who I photographed a few years ago (there was a lot of Lego talk when I first arrived), and getting to know the one year old who was on the move and ready for action! Working as Surrey children photographer, I enjoy getting to know the children who I will be photographing, finding out what their interests are and being let into their world, at least for a couple of hours.

Family Location Photography

Once the introductions were over, it was time to take some photos. We stayed around the family home and garden as the weather was unpredictable on the day. This was a great opportunity for me as a photographer, to challenge myself and find interesting backdrops and angles indoors. There were lovely splashes of colour and personal touches throughout the house and garden which I wanted to capture for the family. And the photoshoot wouldn’t have been complete without some action on the trampoline, and a few family portraits.

Here are some photos from this session - I hope you enjoy viewing them.

Family Portraits in Surrey, London and the South East

If you would like to discuss having family portraits done, in a relaxed setting, at home or outdoors, please get in touch to discuss your requirements. I offer location sessions for newborn, children, family and pet photography, and I am happy to travel around Surrey, London and South East. Photoshoots which are further afield are charged a travel cost. I hope to hear from you!

Richmond Family Photographer / Kew Family and Newborn Photoshoot

Newborn Photoshoot in RIchmond-upon-Thames

This newborn photoshoot was organised to mark the arrival of the second baby into this lovely family. I really enjoyed getting to know, and to photograph this family. The location for the photoshoot was the family home in Kew, London. We discussed splitting the photo session and doing a part of it indoors, and (weather permitting) doing the second half in the garden. Luckly, the weather gods were with us on the day, so we were spoilt for choice.

Natural Newborn Photography

At the beginning of my photography career, I tried a few different setups when photographing newborns. I found these to be quite awkward and un-natural, and I think I have finally set on photographing newborns in quite a natural way; being adored by their parents, having a curious look during their awake time, sleeping in their cot, interacting with their older sibling(s). This little baby boy was only 5-6 weeks old during this newborn photo session but very much awake and alert nearly the whole time I was there (he eventually dozed off just before I left). I was therefore able to capture a few sweet looks, and tender moments with his parents. We spent some time in the sunshine taking family photos, where I was able to not only photograph the newborn but also the older sibling, and to take a few family photos. After all those family portraits, and outdoor time, it was time for the baby to sleep and what better way to go to sleep than with a gentle kiss from your big brother. The photo, at the very end of the slide show, melts my heart!

Surrey and London Newborn Photographer

If you are interested in having some baby or family photos taken, please contact me to discuss your ideas and requirements. I work across London, Surrey and the South East photographing newborns, babies, children, families and pets!