Couple and Dog Photo Session in Greenwich Park
This was a really special couple and pet photo session as it was a surprise birthday present. We arranged to meet early in the morning in beautiful Greenwich park, to avoid the crowds. It was an overcast day in the middle of autumn, so the autumnal colours were on full display - the perfect setting for couple and dog photoshoot. I was eager to capture the bond between this couple and their dog, and also to showcase the stunning backdrop that is Greenwich park.
Couple and Dog Photoshoot
We started the session by taking a few formal portraits on the steps. I use the first 5-10 min of the session to assess the overall energy of the people and animals I am photographing. If everyone has calm energy, we can take it easy and do quite a few sitting down shots. If the energy is on the opposite side of the spectrum, I would change things around and start the session with action shots. This is particularly useful when a high energy dog, like this cheeky cocker spaniel is one of my subjects. I took a few frames of the couple sitting down, but then quickly moved to action photography.
Dog Photographer Taking Action Shots
Photographing dogs in action can be done in many ways, using slow shutter speed or fast shutter speed, dogs running, swimming or jumping. This little lady was really keen to run so I decided to take a few shots of her running right towards me, tongue out and ears flapping in the wind. I love the resulting shots - they are fun and showcase her high energy and fun-loving spirit.
Family Photography with a Dog
Once the dog had a good run around, it was time to regroup. We spent a bit more time in the park, walking around and finding a few more backdrops, initially in the park itself, then next to the cafe. I have really fond memories of this photoshoot, and Greenwich is quickly becoming my new favourite place to photograph couples and their dogs in.
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To see some more photos from this amazing couple and dog photo session, please visit the gallery below.
Family Photo Session with Dog in Kingston
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it is easy to overlook the simple joys that bring us together as a family. One delightful way to create lasting memories is through a family photo session, and what better way to make it extra special than by including our four-legged family member? This blog post is about one such family; it was a gorgeous autumnal family photo session with their beloved dog.
Family Photoshoot With a Dog
The day began with a mix of excitement and anticipation. I arrived at the family home to be greeted by a very excited cocker spaniel, and a very excited one year old. As we prepared to go outside to a park the family frequents, I took out my camera and started photographing the family getting ready. This enabled me to capture a few genuine expressions, as no one was focusing on me being there. I love the above photo of the girl looking at her dad while her mum was dressing her up - such intensity in one look!
Outdoor Family Photo Shoot
Selecting the right location for this family photo session was crucial. We opted for a scenic park with lush greenery, providing a natural backdrop that beautifully complemented the family's dynamics. The wide-open spaces allowed the dog to run around freely, while a few more formal areas provided some colour and a nice backdrop.
The Unpredictable Joy of Pets
One of the most heartwarming aspects of the photo session was the unpredictable joy that the dog brought to the experience. She brought an infectious energy into the session, creating candid moments that I hope the family will cherish forever. The genuine smiles and laughter captured in these images are a testament to the joy this little furry bundle brings to the family dynamic.
Indoor Family Photography Session
After we spent about an hour outside, it was snack time so we headed back home. After a bit of a rest and recuperation, it was time to take a few family portraits at home, as well as some children’s portraits of the little girl, in her home.
This was one of my favourite family photography sessions with a dog. It was filled with laughter, love, and the unpredictable charm that pets bring to family life. It was a day of creating cherished memories, both in front of and behind the camera. As I look back at the images, I am reminded that the essence of family lies not in perfection but in the genuine moments we share, and including our furry friend made those moments all the more special. So, the next time you plan a family photo session, consider inviting your dog along for the ride—you may just capture the magic of your unique family dynamic. Please have a browse through the gallery below and contact me if you would like to arrange a family photo session with your pet.
Family Photographer in the Surrey Hills
Autumnal Family Photo Session in beautiful Surrey HIlls.
Family Photography: Capturing Family Connection and Timeless Moments
Family photography is more than just taking pictures; it's about freezing a moment in time, creating a visual legacy, and telling the unique story of a family's journey. Whether it's a candid shot of a child's laughter, a serene family portrait, or a dynamic action shot, family photography has the power to evoke emotions, preserve memories, and celebrate the bonds that tie us together.
Surrey Family Photographer
I photographed this family on an a crisp and sunny autumnal day, in their garden in the beautiful Surrey Hills. We started the session with some playful action shots of the boys going on their swing and playing football. Having worked as a family photographer for nearly a decade, I learnt that my sessions get off to a nice relaxing start if we start a session with some kind of a game. This creates a playful atmosphere, children tend to relax and trust me as they see me as one of their buddies. This in turn enables me to capture genuine moments which show real bonds, emotions and laughters shared between family members.
Autumnal Outdoor Family Session
What I also like to encourage in my sessions is families playing a game together. These natural interactions are a perfect setting for capuring the laughter, playfulness and spontanious expressions which make each family unique. In this particular session, the family started gathering leaves from the lawn so I incorporated that activity, and created an action shot with everyone throwing leaves up in the air. We then found great big yellow leaves, which I thought would be perfect to incorporate into creative portraits of the children.
Give a Gift of Family Photography
The beauty of family photography lies in its ability to freeze moments in time, creating a visual legacy that can be passed down through generations. Perhaps you would like me to capture the magic of your family this holiday season? Or you know a family who you think a photography gift voucher might be the perfect gift for? Either way, get in touch - I would love to hear from you!
London Dog Photographer in Bushy Park
This was a fun session, photographing three Black labs. Well…Two Black labs and a lab-hungarian viszla cross. I photographed one of the labs a few years ago when she was only a puppy so it was really nice to be reunited and photograph this lovely lady enjoying Bushy park with her friends.
Autumnal Dog Photo Session
It was a sunny autumnal day, the sun was out but not too harsh and the dogs were happy, energetic and loving the camera! Autumn is a really nice season to be taking dog photographs. Days are still not too cold, the colours are gorgeous, the sun is lower in the sky so there is less glare and occasionally, if you are really lucky, there is mist and fog which add to the atmosphere. It is one on my favourite times to have dog photoshoots.
Photographing Multiple Dogs
I really enjoyed getting to know this little band and seeing their characters come through - the sensible one, the energetic one and the cheeky one - can you spot them all? Below are some of the photos from the shoot, I hope you love them as much as I do!
Outdoor Dog Photography
If you would like to arrange a multiple dog photo session, please give me a ring or send me an email. I love photographing dogs - the more the merrier!
Newborn Photo Session in the Surrey Hills | Surrey Family Photographer
A Relaxing Outdoor Newborn Photo Session
This newborn photo session took place entirely at an outside location. We arranged to meet in the beautiful Surrey Hills, in an area covered with pine forest. My clients and I spent a wonderful morning taking photographs in a gorgeous spot which looked more like the Pacific North West coast of Canada than Surrey. It was an overcast day which provided beautiful even lighting.
Outdoor Family Photography
It is so rewarding photographing families with their new family additions. I love hearing about members of the family getting to know the baby. It is great to hear (and remember!) all those routines and early stages. But most of all, it gives me great joy and satisfaction knowing I am capturing those magical early moments, so often missed or unappreciated due to demands of looking after a tiny baby.
Natural Baby Portraits
I work with natural light to capture portraits of your newborn baby, but also their little features, their tiny noses, eyes, little fingers and tiny toes. I also put quite a lot of emphasis on photographing you with your baby, documenting the spacial bond developing between parents, siblings and grandparents with the little one.
Book A Newborn Photoshoot
If you are expecting a baby, and would like to discuss hiring me to photograph your newborn baby, please get in touch - I would love to hear from you. I work across Surrey, London and the surrounding areas and can always travel further afield at a small travel cost.
Richmond upon Thames Wedding Photographer | Summer Wedding at York House
I was commissioned to photograph an intimate summer wedding at York House in Twickenham. It was the hottest day of the year, perfect for a drink at the beautiful York House Gardens and a boat ride on the Thames to the reception venue in Richmond. Read more in the blog post.
An Intimate Summer Wedding at York House
York House in Twickenham is one of those rare places that feels like a secret. Nestled beside the River Thames and surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens, it is a venue that offers the perfect backdrop for an intimate summer wedding. It is also one of my all time favourite London wedding venues. This 17th century stately home in the heart of Twickenham is one of London’s hidden gems, offering several rooms for private functions, including weddings. Tucked away from the busy town centre, the house feels calm and welcoming.
I photographed this small wedding at the peak of summer - on what turned out to be the hottest day of the year, and everyone (including myself) were melting in the heat. The kind of day where even in the shade, you could feel the warmth radiating through the stone walls and across the lawns. Guests fanned themselves with orders of service, laughter echoed through open windows, and despite the heat, there was a wonderful sense of joy and celebration in the air.
London Wedding Photographer at York House
The day began with couple portraits in the peaceful, well kept gardens tucked behind the house. We didn’t really plan this with waeather in mind - it was more about the couple wanting to have that time together so they could enjoy the post-ceremony drinks with friends and family. However, it turned out to be a great decision, as even at 10 am the temperature was in the high 20Cs.
We wandered slowly through the garden, letting the morning unfold naturally and stopping where we found areas we all liked. There were so many beatiful corners to stop by - the Japanese gardens, the bridge overlooking the sunken garden and by the river. Each spot felt like a small moment of calm before the excitement of the day began. Of course, we couldnt walk past the The Oceanides fountain without stopping for a quick photo.
Wedding Ceremony at Loggia Room, York House
After a calm and sun-soaked morning in the gardens, we returned to the house for the final preparations before the ceremony. A brief conversation with the registrar and a few deep breaths, all was set for the start of the wedding ceremony. The ceremony took place in the beautiful Loggia Room — one of York House’s most beloved and popular spaces, filled with soft natural light and a sense of quiet grandeur. Surrounded by their closest family and friends, the couple exchanged vows in a ceremony that was both intimate and deeply moving.
Stepping outside onto the patio in front of Loggia room, the couple was welcomed with a shower of flower confetti - a moment of pure joy, captured against the back drop of York House. The joy on everyone’s faces and the timeless feeling of this image always puts a smile on my face.
Following a quick round of relaxed group photographs and a gentle wander through the gardens, the couple along with a small group of loved ones, made their way to the river. Waiting for them was a boat (curtesy of Richmond Bridge Boat Hire), a personal touch that added so much charm to this already perfect day. The wedding party boarded the boat which took them downstream towards Richmond. The breeze off the water was a welcome relief from the heat, and the sunlight danced across the surface of the Thames. It was a quiet, reflective part of the celebration - a chance to simply be together and take in the joy of the morning.
Richmond Wedding Photographer
Hi, I am Mina, a wedding and family photographer with a love for natural, minimally posed wedding photography. My approach is simple: I work unobtrusivelly to capture your day unfold using documentary-style photography. I want you to feel at ease, be fully present, and enjoy the day. I am here to capture the tender moments, the big feelings, and everything else in between that make your story uniquely yours. Based in Surrey, but photographing love stories all over (including London, Surrey, the South East and abroad).
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If you are planning your wedding and are looking for someone to document it in a relaxed and genuine way, I’d love to hear from you! You can contact me by email or phone at:
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Family Photo Session with Dog at Fulham Palace
A few years ago, I went to an open air cinema event at Fulham Palace, a gorgeous estate on the banks of the river, right next to Putney Bridge in West London. It was a warm summer’s evening and the palace grounds were the perfect backdrop to “When Harry Met Sally”.
Family Photoshoot with Dog
Fast forward several years, and I was back at Fulham Palace to photograph a lovely family with a dog. The grounds were even more beautiful than I remembered with lots of varied backdrounds for family portraits and dog shots. The dog was so sweet, resembling a real life nanny, looking after the baby and checking in on him.
London Children Photographer
The baby (or toddler!) was around a year old, he was finding his feet and loved crawling and walking. This made it difficult to position him at times but I’ve learned over the years that with children you have to go with the flow, and adjust your working style to suit their needs. Therefore, I was on the go a lot!
Dog Photography in Fulham
During this family and pet photo session, I worked fast to photograph the family in various locations, and get a variety of shots for my client. Here are some of my favourite images from this London family and dog photo shoot, hope you like them too!
Get In Touch
If you would like to arrange a family photoshoot with your pet, please do not hesitate to get in touch. I love working with families and pets and I look forward to working with you!
Senior Dog Photo Session in East London
I recently photographed several senior dogs who were nearing the end of their life. Their owners wanted to document a few precious moments with them in their old age. They also wanted to celebrate their long life as well as the long friendship they had together.
Senior Dog Photography
This is Daisy, a black labrador who’s health was rapidly deteriorating. Her owners wated to have a few photographs of all of them together as a memory of their time. We arranged to meet at Dagenham in East London, and photograph Daisy at the Chase Nature Reserve where she loves going for walks. It was important to capture the couple together with Daisy, but also to photograph Daisy on her own, to capture her character and personality at her old age.
Meaningful Dog Photography
Senior dog photography sessions (or end of life dog photography sessions) are incredibly meaningful. As we strat to think about our pet nearing the end of their life, we revisit the journey we had with them from the moment we met them through all the big milestones and little moments in between. Some pets have been with us and members of our family for a very long time so naturally saying goodbye is hard and painful, and can feel devastating. From my own experience dealing with grief of a death of a pet, having some photos taken before you say your last goodbye is not only a nice memory but also the start of the greaving process.
End of Life Dog Photography
If you are interested in booking a senior dog photography session with me, please get in touch. I have photographed a few senior dogs recently and they were so special that I decided to make them available to more people. I am now offering free local one hour senior dog photo sessions (travel outside of my local area will be charged) which are well suited for one pet with their owner. Should you wish to extend the photo session to 2h and have your partner/family/other dog join in, a top up fee will be charged. Prints and digital files will be available to purchase. For more information, please email me through my website.
Forest Hill Family Photoshoot
I have photographed this loving family on their favourite nature walk in the Forest Hill / Dulwich area. We spent the first hour or so outside, enjoying a mild spring day, then went back home for a cup of tea and some more indoor shots.
I don’t often photograph older children so I wasn’t quite so sure how this photo session will go. However as soon as I met everyone I realised that this was going to be a relaxed, fun family photo shoot! Since this was a family photo session with a dog, the kids had lots to tell me about their dog which was a great starting point for a conversation. I subsequently found out all about their interests and hobbies, which enabled me to build a trusting connection with them needed to be able to capture genuine moments on photographs. The boys and the whole family were absolute stars and made my work on the day a dream.
I love this set of family portraits, especially that some of the photos captured the closeness of their relationship and a few really geniune moments.
If you would like to arrange a family photo session in your local area, please get in touch, I would love to hear from you!
Couples photo session with dog in Wimbledon Common
Spring Photo Session with Dog In South London
Pets add a different dimension to a photoshoot, and it is no different with couples photography sessions. Whenever there is a dog involved, people and children tend to relax much quicker in front of the camera than in situations without a dog. So, during this spring couples and dog photography session in Wimbledon, we got straight into some loving and relaxed moments. It was an overcast day, which provided even lighting for all my subjects.
Dog and Couple Photography
I quite like to start the session with a together image of the couple and their four legged friend. This can be with a couple having a cuddle with their dog, or walking along a path. I try to observe the interaction and capture genuine moments which grab my attention and catch my eye. This path by a pond with trees scattered around appeared like a great setting for a walking (or running!) shot so we spent some time exploring different angles. This was my favourite image of the lot - I like how the trees in the foreground and background frame the dog and the couple in the distance.
Dog Portrait Photography
After the initial group shot, I move on and take several different dog portrait photographs. During this shoot, a lovely patch of sand by a pond in Wimbledon common caught my eye, so I decided to photograph the dog here. I love how the dog is contrasted by the sand in this portrait, no distractions but looking strait into her beautiful hazel eyes.
Surrey Dog Photographer
I work all across the South East, and have been to many beautiful locations. Surrey offers great locations for pet and couple photoshoots - it has beautiful towns, nature reserves and wooded areas but also has great countryside in the middle of urban areas - like Wimbledon common. This time of year, common gorse is in full bloom and Wimbledon common has plenty of gorse shrubs - a perfect backdrop! Incorporating nature into photoshoots gives a sense of place but also a sesnse of time as you will always be reminded of the time of year the photoshoot took place.
Photographing Dogs In Action
A dog photoshoot wouldn’t be complete without some fun action shots. Photographing dogs in action is great fun and reveals another layer of dog’s personality. Here - a head on action shot taken from a low angle, with three legs in the ear and ears flapping high, it shows the dogs love of running and makes for a really fun image.
Dog Photography Gift Vouchers
If you are thinking of having a couples photography session with your dog, or a family photo session with your dog, get in touch, I would love to hear from you! Alternatively, you can purchase a gift voucher as an alternative gift idea for your friend or loved one. I look forward to hearing from you!
If you’d like to view more photographs from this spring couples with dog photo session, check out the gallery below.
